Farmington is entering a year of growth and transition, with a new Exceptional Community Hospital set to open early this year and plans underway to celebrate the city’s 125th anniversary in 2026 through a yearlong “Farmington 125” community celebration. The city will also see a leadership change, as City Manager Rob Mayes retires in June 2026 and Deputy City Manager Shaña Reeves is expected to step into the role, pending City Council approval. By Paige Sparks. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.

On December 13th, M&R Service hosted “The Corndog Classic” charity event. The purpose of this annual competition is to raise money to purchase hoodies for the children of the Boys and Girls Club of San Juan county. Formerly known as “Lift for Gifts”, previous M&R Service sponsored competitions followed a simple powerlifting format of Benchpress, Barbell Squat, and Deadlift. This year, however, the competition evolved into a Sanctioned United States Strongman (USS) event. All proceeds generated by the event were donated to the Boys and Girls Club of San Juan County. Thanks to this event, and the many sponsors from around the community, M&R service was able to purchase over 750 hoodies for the Boys and Girls Club of San Juan County. By Tanner Waite. This story is sponsored by Boon's Family Thai BBQ and Home2 Suites.

“Best of Farmington” award nominations are open! The Dave and Friends Polar Plunge at Farmington Lake returns for its fifth year on Thursday, January 1st. And the City of Farmington seeks artist applicants for the 2026–2027 Art in the Heart Downtown Sculpture Exhibit. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and SunRay Park and Casino.

A world-renowned shadow dance company will perform in Farmington this December. The City of Farmington invites community members to celebrate the new Piñon Hills Boulevard extension. And experience a mix of tradition and innovation at San Juan College’s stained glass exhibit. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer Wine and Spirits and Four Corners Regional Airport.

On Friday, November 21, 2025, San Juan College (SJC) opened its doors to the community to celebrate craftsmanship, competition and career education. The Skills USA Regional Competition brought together students from across the Four Corners region to test their automotive and diesel expertise in one of the premier training facilities in the country, right here in Farmington. By Tanner Waite. This story is sponsored by Graff Orthonics and San Juan Regional Medical Center.