New Bar, Lounge Opens in Former Sow's Ear

A local Girl Scout wanted to inspire other girls to reach for the stars, so she wrote a book about today's women stars of San Juan County. Sponsored by Boons Family Thai Barbecue and Express Employment Professionals

The Riverside Nature Center fosters an avid local birder community. Nestled along the trails and banks of the Animas River, the facility also offers several different guided attractions throughout the year—for all ages. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Traegers Bar

At the start of the summer, Durango-La Plata Airport announced two new carriers, Frontier and Delta, would start offering regular flights out of Durango. Although Delta has announced they will no longer be flying out of Durango beginning November 1, the summer had higher-than-usual numbers of people traveling to and from Durango, and it looks like the trend will continue into the holiday season. Interview with Tony Vicari. Sponsored by Service Master Restore and Ace Hardware

When Barbara Hill began researching her family history twenty years ago, she had no idea that her great, great grandfather, Levi McCoy, was part of the posse to track down the most notorious outlaws in San Juan County, Porter, and Ike Stockton. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Boon’s Family Thai Barbeque and Distill Beer Wine and Spirits

This year, Fort Lewis College has launched a new interdisciplinary program that combines river studies, river management, and engineering to help set up the next generation of river management officials. Interview with Dr. Gigi Richard. Sponsored by ServiceMaster Restore by Restoration and Big O Tires

The Farmington Chamber of Commerce brought their annual chile cook-off back to Berg Park this year, along with a beer garden and live music. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and SunRay Park and Casino

When David and Marcia Arnold passed the reins of their winery, Wines of the San Juans, to their youngest son, Joshua Arnold realized that being a vintner is more than a job, it’s a way of life out in lovely Turley, New Mexico. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Boon’s Family Thai Barbeque

Tired of the isolation from working at home? Want to work independently, but crave spur-of-the-moment stand-up meetings that generate your best ideas? Connect Space has a desk for you. Sponsored by Traeger's Bar and Three Rivers Brewery

The third annual Professional Women's Summit in Farmington, N.M., will provide participants with solid tips for successful networking as well as inspiration to overcome the adversities of the previous year. Sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware, Choice Building Supply, Ace Hardware of Farmington

San Juan Regional Medical Center announced that the Reverend Linda Broom Stetter is the hospital’s new Chaplain, and Manager of Spiritual Care. While spiritual support deals with end-of-life decisions, it can also be something as simple as passing out water or providing a warm blanket. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Boons Family Thai Barbecue and CMIT Solutions

Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit that helps build affordable houses in San Juan County. Their new fundraiser, Cars & Canvases Art Show in Downtown Farmington, will help fund their 12th house. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Farmington Play Day Trampoline Park and Ace Hardware of Farmington

San Juan Country Sheriff, Shane Ferrari, is three years into the job. He talks about the challenges of law enforcement at a time when it’s being demonized, to the reasons why he loves it. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Distill Beer Wine Spirits

After performing virtually during last year's pandemic shut down, the San Juan Symphony returns to live concerts in Durango and Farmington for its 36th season under the direction of Maestro Thomas Heuser. Sponsored by Alpine Bank

Sponsored by the World Extreme Rock Crawling Championship Series, 50 of the best off-road vehicle drivers from across the country competed for the National Championship across the steep boulders of Chokecherry Canyon in Farmington. By Donna K. Hewett

Ask a green or red chili cook how they make a savory stew with New Mexico chiles, and you'll get as many answers as there are cooks. But who has the best-tasting chili? Find out during the Farmington Chamber's annual Chile-Fest Chili Contest. Sponsored by Farmington Play Day Trampoline Park and Ace Hardware of Farmington

The 32nd annual Totah Festival & Indian Market returned to the Civic Center over the Labor Day weekend after a one-year absence. Because of the continuing pandemic, it was scaled back, but with 54 artist booths, native dancers and comedians, the event was well-attended. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and CMIT Solutions.

When the oil and natural gas industry literally shut down in the San Juan Basin, Farmington lost 8,000 residents. But Mayor Nate Duckett wasn't about to lay down and let the town die. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Express Employment Professionals

A mushroom farmer in Aztec grow several kinds — from Shitake to the Elm Oyster, and he has to patience to nurture the long, tedious process that leads to a meaty, earthy, mouth-watering local product. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Ace Hardware in Farmington and Three Rivers Brewery

Scientists continue to learn more about what causes Alzheimer's Disease and are slowly nearing a cure. Your participation in the Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease on Sept. 9 can help make a difference. Sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware in Durango and Choice Building Supply Ace Hardware in Cortez

Losing weight doesn't have to be a miserable experience, but it does take support and a mindful commitment to changing your eating habits. Sponsored by PHD Weight Loss