Why Exercise Alone Can't Take Off Weight

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

A neurologist’s treatments are pharmacological and behavioral. A neurosurgeon’s are invasive and require surgical procedures. Enter Dr. Christopher Payne, new neurosurgeon at San Juan Regional Spine Center in Farmington. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Traegers Bar

For the first time since 1884, New Mexico’s largest county fair didn’t occur because of the pandemic. This year, the San Juan County Fair was “Back in Saddle,” with a full carnival, lots of fun food; fattened pigs, chickens and kids. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Boons Family Thai Barbecue & Farmington Play Day Trampoline Park

Learn about the Farmington Chamber of Commerce's next big special events scheduled for October, including the annual Chili Contest and the 3rd annual Professional Women's Summit. In addition, the chamber plans to revive the Focus on Farmington Free Coffee networking events.

Outdoor recreation is the life line to Farmington’s economic survival. Endeavor New Mexico is the state’s first outdoor business alliance to help outdoor businesses and organizations thrive. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Farmington Play Day Trampoline Park

Farmington Grower’s Market celebrated National Growers’ Market Week in early August. Shopping from local farmers reduces our carbon foot print and supports the local economy. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by Boons Family Thai Barbecue and SunRay Park and Casino

That thick layer of fat around your belly is almost an independent organ that seems as if it never shrinks, no matter how much you diet. Learn what kinds of food you should eat to reduce that dangerous layer of fat. Sponsored by PHD Weight Loss

The 4th annual American Indian Cultural Artsfest was held at Aztec Ruins National Monument in late July. Painters, potters, weavers and jewelers came from various Southwest nations, including the ancient Pueblo Acoma in mid-western New Mexico, to sell their work and share their techniques. By Donna K. Hewett. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and Three Rivers Brewery

Excavating for 20 years on Tommy Bolack’s B-Square Ranch in Farmington, Linda Wheelbarger and her students have found multiple Puebloan sites, including a great kiva. By Donna Hewett. Sponsored by Farmington Play Day Trampoline Park and Traegers

Meet the likes of Eli Rufus Cline whose bakery caught on fire and destroyed several businesses in downtown Farmington. Or find out more about the notorious cattle rustler and murderer Ike Stockton.. These two and others will tell their stories during the popular Dining with the Dead event on Sept. 11 in Farmington. Sponsored by SunRay Park and Casino and CMIT Solutions

If you or am loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, you have local resources and support available to you. Learn more. Sponsored by Whole Health Family Medicine Clinic and San Juan Basin Public Health

Outdoor concerts, a chance to win a Viking River Cruise for two, and an Elton John impersonator are a part of the post-pandemic Music in the Mountains Festival schedule as it returns to live performances this year. Sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Choice Building Supply Ace Hardware

First Tee Four Corners brings life skills and character values to young people through the game of golf. By Donna Hewett. Sponsored by Traegers and Boon’s Family Thai Barbecue

Crisp and refreshing wine connoisseur Mark Duggan at Distil Beer Wine and Spirits in Farmington entertains wine tasters while teaching them that quality is better than quantity, and that quality wine can be affordable for nearly every wallet. By Donna Hewett. Sponsored by CMIT Solutions and Express Employment Professionals

The historic Totah Theater in downtown Farmington has undergone a huge facelift, and with it comes expectations and excitement for the return of live theater on stage, and perhaps an increased role for the city in future film and television production. By Steve Bortstein. Sponsored by Traegers and Distil Beer Wine Spirits

Traditional diet management programs include recommendations to lower your fat intake. But that doesn't always take off the fat. Sugar is the culprit. PHD Weight Loss founder, Dr. Ashley Lucas, explains why. Sponsored by PHD Weight Loss

Farmitonians finally have the opportunity to get the full Bisti Bay at Brookside Park experience with two new water slides in operation. By Donna Hewett. Sponsored by Distill Beer, Wine & Spirits and Boon’s Family Thai BBQ

The Community Concert Hall opened the summer concert season with their first in-person concert since March 2020 on June 10. Concerts in the park and a full fall line-up are set to follow. By Hannah Robertson. Sponsored by FASTSIGNS and The Timbers at Edgemont Highlands

Business and community leaders, as well as health-care providers find themselves answering many questions about the sometimes confusing standards of whether mask-wearing is still a necessity across San Juan County. Health-care professionals and city leaders find conflicting information. Sponsored by Boon's Family Thai BBQ and CMIT Solutions

The Farmington Chamber of Commerce prepares to reinstate its popular special events this summer and fall. Go to https://www.gofarmington.com/