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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.

Riverglo lights up Berg Park for its 27th annual holiday celebration. San Juan Symphony invites you to support live music and music education at its Christmas-themed fundraiser. And the Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce will host a Christmas parade and seeks gift donations for local children. Watch for more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Boon's Family Thai BBQ and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.

While the government shutdown has ended, food pantries continue to face high demand. The Good Food Collective helps them meet needs. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy's Pizza & Wings and Kroegers Ace Hardware.

A newly renovated childbirth center at San Juan Regional Medical Center is expanding care for moms and babies across the region. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Kroegers Ace Hardware.

San Juan County and the Cities of Aztec, Bloomfield, and Farmington hosted a competition to collect food for local families in need. The Aztec Chamber of Commerce presents Sparkles 2025: A Very Abominable Christmas. And Riverside Nature Center appointed a new Facility Manager and Educator. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Ace Hardware of Farmington.

The City of Farmington invites community members to share their feedback on the draft Arts and Cultural District Economic Development Plan at a public input workshop on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Farmington’s Art in the Heart Sculpture Program received an award from the New Mexico Recreation and Parks Association. Watch for details! And Thanksgiving Day is the top reported day for home cooking fires. Learn how you can stay safe this holiday season with tips from the National Fire Protection Association. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and Dr. Graff Orthodontics.

SunRay Park and Casino petitions to leave Farmington. The Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village launched a lunch and learn series during the museum’s off season. And the Farmington Chamber of Commerce partners with J.A. Jewelers & Co. for their annual coat drive. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Boon's Family Thai BBQ and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.

Phase one of the Boundless Journey Adventure Park is now open to the public. Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Farmington Museum’s Native Arts and Crafts Fair. And Heather McGaughey Youth Theatre will hold auditions for A Charlie Brown Christmas, funded by a new nonprofit. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and SunRay Park and Casino.

Greyhound expanded its services in the Four Corners Region with a new bus route. The City of Farmington fixed a pump malfunction that was causing excess chlorine in the city water supply. And early voting for the 2025 local elections is underway. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Three Rivers Brewery and Four Corners Regional Airport.

Celebrate spooky season with Four Corners Musical Theatre Company’s production of the Addams Family Musical and the City of Farmington’s Boo-Palooza. And the San Juan Regional Medical Center will offer free flu vaccines for adults on Saturday, Oct. 25 and Nov. 1. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College.

Aztec’s Riverside Park passed back in time to become home to the Aztec Highland Games & Celtic Festival. Athletes, vendors and musicians from throughout the Four Corners gathered to celebrate Celtic Culture. By Tanner Waite. This story is sponsored by Boon's Family Thai BBQ and Three Rivers Brewery.

Join Neighborfest 2025 to support accessible hospice care. Acton Academy’s Kids Business Fair invites youth to learn business and entrepreneurial skills. Applications are due Oct. 18. And the New Mexico Hospital Association recognized the San Juan Regional Medical Center as a top-tier hospital at its Quality Awards Luncheon. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and SunRay Park and Casino.

The Farmington Fire Department’s annual cancer-awareness fundraiser began October 1. An estimated 7 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease. Learn how you can promote Alzheimer’s awareness and support research efforts. And grab your fishing pole and tackle and join the River Reach Foundation’s free Fishing Derby. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Dr. Graff Orthodontics and Four Corners Regional Airport.

Kilts, cabers, and celtic festivities return to Riverside Park at the annual Aztec Highland Games and Celtic Festival. The City of Aztec will experience an eight-hour, planned power outage. Find out when! And Swing dancers from across the Four Corners are invited to learn from champion-level dancers at Durango’s Swing Days Ablaze. Watch for details! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and San Juan Regional Medical Center.

The New Mexico Health Department issued a new health order to increase accessibility to the covid-19 vaccine. The longest-running mountain bike race returns to Farmington for its 44th year. And celebrate the change of seasons at the Aztec Fall Festival. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College and Distil Beer Wine and Spirits.

Hot air balloons will take to the sky at the Four Corners Balloon Rally in Farmington. San Juan Regional Medical Center will offer free sexual health classes for youth and young adults. And Basin Home Health was ranked as a top service provider nationwide. Learn more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and Ace Hardware of Farmington.

During the 2025 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals on Sept.5-7 in Chokecherry Canyon at Brown Springs, competitors from across the country tackled rocky ledges, massive drops, and boulder-strewn ascent courses in their specially made rock-crawling machines. Watch their courageous driving. By Paige Sparks. This story is sponsored by Sunray Park & Casino and Three Rivers Brewery.