National touring film & arts fest Equus will visit the four corners for the first time on July 26 - 28 in Aztec, New Mexico. In addition to film & arts, the event will include panel discussions, visiting clinicians and a mustang summit to discuss management of the Jicarilla Mustangs. Local artists, filmmakers, policy managers and veterinarians will be on hand for Q&A sessions and panel discussions. The accompanying mustang summit will focus on management strategies for New Mexico’s Jicarilla Mustang herd, and will feature the film “RAMBO of the Carracas Mesa” by local filmmaker Laura Harper. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Northern Edge Casino.

After a family trip, Rosalyn Fry was inspired by public pianos out in the open for anyone to play. A donated piano and an artist friend later, and the first of what would become nine painted pianos was displayed in Aztec. Artists volunteer their time to paint a piano donated to Fry - upright pianos are surprisingly easy to come by - and the City of Aztec puts on events to highlight the pianos and local musicians. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Northern Edge Casino.

The City of Farmington has begun work on the Boundless Journey Adventure Park, an all-abilities park at the old Tibbetts Middle School site, with phases one and two already underway. The project, developed in partnership with local organizations, aims to create an inclusive multi-generational community space and is still seeking donations through the Tibbetts All-Abilities Park Foundation. The Riverside Nature Center is looking for volunteers for Wednesday morning clean-ups. Farmington Area Single Track has opened sign-ups for the fall programs - with a handful of summer program opportunities left! By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Traegers Bar.

Pagosa Springs-based company Voormi embodies Southwest Colorado. Its equipment is developed in a local warehouse, then tested in the San Juan Mountains. With a background in guiding, co-founder Dustin English wanted to get more performance out of less gear, so he decided to try to change the textile industry. Voormi weaves locally developed technology into traditional textiles to create some of the most versatile gear available. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

San Juan County Fire and Rescue has been nationally recognized for its Septic Safe San Juan program, which aims to prevent child drownings in septic tanks. Four local high school softball players have been honored by the New Mexico High School Coaches Association for their outstanding performance. Aztec's summer schedule is bustling, featuring the Equus Film and Arts Fest from July 26th to 28th, highlighting the bond between humans and horses through various films and events. Additionally, the Feat of Clay gallery is calling for art submissions for its "Beat the Heat" event, with a focus on cryptic and fantastical creatures. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Durango Motor Company.