Advocates for victims of child abuse gathered at Orchard Park in Downtown Farmington, to bring light to the magnitude of child abuse in San Juan County. The “Save Jane” event, hosted by Childhaven, gives a voice to the thousand or so abused children who come forward yearly. By Donna K. Hewett. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer Wine and Spirits and Pop’s Truck & RV Center

The Colorado Grain Chain is awarding four grants statewide to brewers or distillers who craft a beverage using exclusively Colorado grown grain. One grant will be awarded to businesses in each of Colorado’s major watersheds. The non-profit hopes the microgrant improves awareness for Colorado’s grain community. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Serious Texas BBQ

Three students from local schools are headed to represent Farmington and Aztec as part of the National Civics Bee competition. San Juan Regional Medical Center welcomes its new CEO and president, and two local elementary schools have received $50,000 grants to help plan community school concepts. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Traegers Bar and Boons Family Thai BBQ

The Strater Hotel has recognized the Blue Moon Ramblers for working as the hotel's Sunday house band for over thirty years. Room 223 is now dedicated to the band. The suite includes a plaque on the door with the band's name, and portraits of the band and its founding members inside the room. The Blue Moon Ramblers are the first musical act to join more than 40 individuals or entities who have rooms dedicated at the Strater. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and The Payroll Department

Durango’s Shimmy Mob belly dance troupe is ready to showcase its new choreography for National Belly Dance Day. On Saturday May 13th, the group will dance at multiple stops in downtown Durango. The team's mission is to raise awareness and money for Alternative Horizons, a local non-profit that provides resources for domestic violence victims. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Serious Texas BBQ