The Connie Gotsch Foundation will close its doors after 11 years of supporting and encouraging local artists and arts programs in San Juan County. Make sure to pick up the 2024-25 sculpture guide, with the 11 new sculptures that have been installed across Downtown Farmington. Mark your calendars for the presentation of the 2024 Paddling Film Festival, taking place May 26th at the Totah Theatre. And at a recent visit to the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council, Senator Michael Bennet and Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Touton announced $2.3 million in funding for the Pine River Indian Irrigation Project. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Three Rivers Brewery.
San Juan County officials rededicated the old Cedar Hill Bridge for pedestrian use 110 years after the bridge was first built on April 30th. The bridge was installed by residents in 1914, and for much of its life, the bridge served as the area’s main Animas River crossing. The bridge now connects a two-mile walking loop in Cedar Hill. By Connor Shreve. This Story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.
Four Corners Economic Development and the Alliance for Navajo Broadband are hosting a conference on broadband planning and development efforts in Farmington and San Juan County. Join the Outdoor Recreation Industry Initiative and Desert River Guides for a clean-up along the Animas River Corridor, and with the weather warming up, San Juan County Sheriff’s Office reminds you to keep your furry furriends safe and cool. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Distill Beer Wine Spirits and Durango Motor Company.
Fraudulent tax letters are being sent out to property owners, and the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department warns property owners to be careful about responding to notices in letters. The historic Cedar Hill Pedestrian Bridge re-opens after seven years and restoration work, and there is still time to submit photos for the Visit Farmington 2025 vacation guide. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and Northern Edge Casino.
The Farmington High School Scorpions can extend their season with a win against New Mexico’s number-one team, La Cueva High School. La Cueva is 19-2 coming off a 17-2 win over Sandia. With five games remaining, FHS needs wins to guarantee a postseason berth. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Home 2 suites and Boons Family Thai BBQ.
