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August 1, 2025
The baton has dropped. The overture nears its end, but you still have time to catch the musical magic that is the 39th annual Music in the Mountains Festival through Aug. 3. By Deborah Uroda. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and Dunkin Donuts.

Music in the Mountains Crescendos Toward Aug. 3 Finale

August 1, 2025
Micah Fiske has reopened 550 Brewing in Aztec after eight months of renovations. The brewery originally opened in 2013 but closed ten years later when Fiske’s father, Mike Paschall fell ill. Now, 550 Brewing is back open as a community hub in downtown Aztec. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.

550 Brewing Reopens After Closure

August 1, 2025
KSUT in Ignacio is one of three Colorado public radio stations to join a federal lawsuit challenging President Trump's Executive Order to freeze public media funding. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Dunkin’ Donuts and FLC Center for Innovation.

Public Radio Stations Face Uncertain Future

August 1, 2025
Farmington officially opened its river wave on the Animas River at Gateway Park. The wave is controlled by three underwater gates that can be adjusted to account for the rivers’ flow rate. The feature is the first-ever river wave in the Four Corners region. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by M&R Plumbing and Distil Beer Wine and Spirits.

Animas River Wave Opens At Gateway Park

August 1, 2025
Farmington is planning five days of events to celebrate the July 4th holiday, including a fireworks display on July 3rd. Farmington Freedom Days is a collection of independently organized events that are marketed by Visit Farmington. Bloomfield also hosts a fireworks display on July 5th. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and Sunray Park and Casino.

Celebrate July 4th at Farmington Freedom Days