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Cody and Ryan Dudgeon are the owners and operators of Desert River Guides, the only rafting company in Farmington. Flows on the Animas River may not be record-breaking this year, but Dudgeon is still optimistic about good times on the water. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Sunray Park & Casino and M&R Plumbing.

Free summer concerts begin in Aztec, the Kiwanis Club raises funds at its Forks and Corks event, and construction delays are expected on U.S. Highway 550. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College and Boon's Family Thai BBQ.

Joey DeMartino won $10,000 in Fort Lewis College’s Hawk Tank business plan competition for his business, Noise Hub, a recording studio for musicians and audio production in Farmington. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Northern Edge Casino and San Juan Regional Medical Center.

Construction is underway on several San Juan County roads, it’s National Small Business Week, and the Music for Masada benefit concert is this Saturday. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Three Rivers Brewery.

Construction is underway on a whitewater river wave feature in the Animas River at Gateway Park in Farmington. Once completed, surfers, rafters, and kayakers will be able to enjoy the wave this summer. It’s one of many recreation initiatives that seeks to attract residents, tourists, and businesses to Farmington. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer Wine Spirits and M&R Plumbing.

San Juan County imposes fire restrictions, the Board of Trustees increases fees at San Juan College Board of Trustees, and Farmington Pride Week takes place June 12-14. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and SunRay Park and Casino.

Boaters who want to cool off from the summer heat will benefit from upgraded amenities at the Navajo Lake Marina at Navajo Lake State Park. An August storm brought 80 mile per hour winds that damaged existing docks at the marina and spurred $4 million in improvements this off-season. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College and Boon's Family Thai BBQ.

What will the future hold for McGee Park Fairgrounds? View Native American art at the Farmington Museum, and become a registered organ donor. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Three Rivers Brewery.

Campers and outdoor enthusiasts from the Four Corners and beyond are flocking to Farmington to purchase rugged pull-behind camp trailers from Sasquatch XC. Initially based in Colorado, the company now makes the trailers right here in Farmington. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and M&R Plumbing.

Freight rail connection that would connect with the rest of the state may become a reality; new real estate data is in, and a new trail running race will be in June. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Distill Beer Wine and Spirits and Northern Edge Casino.

Last fall, Avery Hightower founded the Glade Runners Motorcycle Club to organize and advocate for recreational and competitive off-road motorcycle opportunities in the Farmington area. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Big Idea Makerspace and Northern Edge Casino.

A new law protects Native American students’ rights to wear Tribal regalia, San Juan College is hosting a college preparedness workshop for high school students, and the Easter Bunny is hopping its way to Farmington. By Ryan Simonovich This story is sponsored by Boon’s Family Thai BBQ and Sunray Park and Casino.

San Juan County moves forward with plans to develop a 190-acre industrial park that it acquired in La Plata in 2007. The county hopes to attract businesses that will provide high-paying jobs in the wake of the San Juan Generating Station’s closure. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Durango Motor Company.

Travelers will be able to fly from Farmington to Denver starting in May, the San Juan Regional Medical Center has been designated as a Baby-Friendly hospital, and veterans can get property tax exemptions on April 2. By Ryan Simonovich. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Boon’s Family Thai BBQ.

San Juan College has opened a new student health center that offers students health care free of charge. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.

Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village will offer paper flower craft for kids during spring break week. Network with business experts from across New Mexico at the San Juan County Small Business Forum. And dust off your dirt bikes or cheer your favorite riders during the Four Corners Championship on Saturday, March 22. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer Wine and Spirits and Northern Edge Casino.

Bi-partison legislation would eliminate barriers that kept government from awarding full claims in 2015, 2016. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and M&R Plumbing.

Piedra Vista, Farmington set to face Four Corners baseball foes. Celebrate Pi on March 14th. And Northern Edge Casino adds to its workforce. Correction: Last week the Local News Network published a story indicating the Community Compass Navigation Center is part of San Juan Regional Medical Center. In fact, San Juan Regional Medical Center is not affiliated with Community Compass. Community Compass is operated by Presbyterian Medical Services and houses Community Compass. The Navigation Center is operated by San Juan County. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Boon's Family Thai BBQ.

On President’s Day weekend, Silverton turns Blair Street into a high-speed, high-stakes race course that includes fast horses and skilled skiers who negotiate hair-raising jumps and obstacles to compete for a total of $15,000 in prizes. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea and Tafoya Barrett & Associates.

Learn about the array of A.I. tools at your disposal at a professional conference. Enjoy a week of Dr. Seuss-themed events at the E3 Children's Museum. And the Farmington Chamber wants to hear from small-business owners. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by San Juan Regional Medical Center and Three Rivers Brewery.