Small Business Saturday Cookie Crawl

November 13, 2024

Farmington Public Library is encouraging children to learn about finances and money management at its Smart Money Junior Market on Thursday, November 21st from 4:30 to 6:30 P.M. The Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month on Saturday, November 16th with the grand opening of the Dibé Bíghaa exhibit. The City of Farmington is holding a Cookie Crawl on Saturday, November 30th from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Small Business Saturday. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park & Casino and Ace Hardware of Farmington.

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Farmington Public Library is introducing a new program to educate children on financial literacy. November is Native American Heritage Month. See how you can participate at the Farmington Museum. And save the date for Farmington's biggest day to shop small. You're watching the local News Roundup brought to you by Sunray Park & Casino and Ace Hardware Farmington. I'm Connor Shreve. Farmington Public Library is encouraging children to learn about finances and money management at its Smart Money Junior Market on Thursday, November 21st from 4:30 to 6:30. Children can participate as either shoppers or workers, learning basic budgeting and the value of earning and saving in a fun, interactive environment. Visit the Farmington Public Library website or in person at the front desk for more information. The Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Visit the museum on Saturday, November 16th from noon to 3:00 PM for the grand opening of a new exhibit, featuring weavings, Native American flute music, and a presentation. Then on Saturday, November 23rd, the museum is hosting an arts and crafts fair. The city of Farmington is holding a cookie crawl on Saturday, November 30th for Small Business Saturday. The cookie crawl is scheduled from 11 to one to encourage shopping small and supporting local business this holiday season. Some businesses will be offering free cookies, so make sure to pick up a cookie container at CONNECT SPACE or bring your own. Learn more about these and other stories online at farmingtonlocal.news. Thanks for watching this edition of the "Local News Roundup." I'm Connor Shreve.

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November 13, 2024

Small Business Saturday Cookie Crawl

Farmington Public Library is encouraging children to learn about finances and money management at its Smart Money Junior Market on Thursday, November 21st from 4:30 to 6:30 P.M. The Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month on Saturday, November 16th with the grand opening of the Dibé Bíghaa exhibit. The City of Farmington is holding a Cookie Crawl on Saturday, November 30th from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Small Business Saturday. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by SunRay Park & Casino and Ace Hardware of Farmington.
November 6, 2024

Local Writers Win Awards

Writing, for many, is a way to transcribe experiences lived or imagined - and for three San Juan County writers, their writing received recognition in a recent Southwest Writers Contest. Roberta Summers, Kathleen Holmes, and Terry Nichols all received awards for their word in the short story, poetry, and travel categories. Summers will be signing her books at Feat of Clay on Saturday, Nov. 23. More good news for the freight line project - San Juan County and the Navajo Nation received $4 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Rail Administration’s Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement through the infrastructure law for the planning and development of a freight rail line connecting Farmington and Gallup. The funding will help complete the planning part of the freight rail line project. November is Native American Heritage Month - and Farmington Museum invites you to come celebrate and learn all month long with activities ranging from music to gallery openings to arts and crafts. All activities are free and open to the public. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Boon's Family Thai BBQ and Home2Suites.
October 30, 2024

Arts and Culture Opportunities in the Southwest

The Fall Student Art Exhibit at San Juan College opens Friday, Nov. 1st. The exhibit features art from students and art instructors and will run through December 9th at the Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery. Piedra Vista High School ceramics teacher Travis Jensen is the 2025 President’s Award of Distinction recipient from the New Mexico Art Education Association. The award honors Jensen’s dedication to his students and his contributions to art education. An open call to artists in the Four Corners from the Durango-La Plata County Airport went out last week for three installations in the new baggage claim area. The selection committee will be looking for artwork featuring the Four Corners region's cultural, geographical, and historical diversity. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. Dec. 17. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Distill Beer Wine Spirits and Durango Motor Company.
October 30, 2024

Halloween Fun for Everyone!

Activities abound about San Juan County for Halloween. From Masquerade Carnivals to a variety of Trunk or Treat options, there’s bound to be something - or many things - for everyone starting the week of Oct 27th. Stay safe and have fun this spooky season. Aztec Municipal Schools will start rolling out a new school safety and pickup platform over the next couple of months. The program will have staggered starts across all three elementary schools, so keep an eye out for communications from your child’s school with instructions on how to sign up for the PikMyKid program. San Juan Regional Medical Center has welcomed a new member to its cleaning team - the Tru-D IQ System will aid SJRMC in its mission to provide high-quality care for patients and visitors. The first of its kind in New Mexico hospitals, Tru-D uses UVC light to break down microbes at a cellular level to provide the highest level of hygiene possible. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Northern Edge Casino and Traegers Bar.
October 17, 2024

New Foundation Focused on Tribal & Rural Communities

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October 17, 2024

Get Outside and Help San Juan County’s Outdoors!

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October 4, 2024

Legends on the Animas 

Professional boxing is making its return to Durango with the Legends on the Animas event on Saturday, Oct. 18. Many of us recognize the mural of heavyweight boxer Jack Dempsey on the side of El Rancho Tavern, where he fought back in 1915. Durango’s wild western history is well-known, but this will be the first professional boxing event since Dempsey’s time. On October 12th at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, professional boxers Hector 'Macho' Camacho Jr. and Andrew 'Hurricane' Hernandez will fight for the Legends Boxing Foundation world championship. The day will be packed with food, fights, and family-friendly entertainment. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Dunkin' Donuts and San Juan Regional Medical Center SJRMC.
October 3, 2024

Family-Friendly Fall Festivities

Aztec Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them at the Fall Festival and Car Show Oct. 12 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Minium Park. With over 70 vendors showcasing food, drink, art, and more, there’s something for everyone. Don’t forget to pick up your big raffle tickets before the final drawing at the end of the day! Three Rivers Estate is hosting Trunk or Treat again this year on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. If you have a company vehicle and would like to participate in the event, make sure to dress to impress (the vehicle, and you!) for the Best Decorated Vehicle contest. Three Rivers Estate is also looking for candy donations - drop off any time before the event. Sneezes and snuffles here, there, everywhere! Cold and flu season is back - protect yourself, friends, and family with two free drive-through vaccine clinics from San Juan Regional Medical Center. The drive-through clinics are Saturday, Oct. 26, and Saturday, Nov. 2nd at the north visitor parking lot, beginning at 9:00 a.m. until all vaccines are gone. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Boon's Family Thai BBQ.
October 3, 2024

Kicking Off Weekend Fun with Games, Music, Stomping

Celebrate where the Southwest meets the Scottish Highlands at the Aztec Highland Games and Celtic Festival. From Saturday, Sept. 28 through Sunday, Sept. 29, pack your kilt and participate in a variety of games, listen to live music, and find your clan tartan at the fair. Join the River Reach Foundation at the Anima River Jam, Saturday, Sept. 28 from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Farmington Museum Terrace and All Veterans Park. Featuring live music and a Free Fishing Derby, there will be something for everyone at the event. Wines of the San Juan invites you to the Great Grape Stomp at its Harvest Festival this weekend, Sept. 28-29. Sign up in teams of two to compete who can stomp the most juice out of 30 lbs of grapes, and enjoy live music, food, and drink from local farms and breweries. San Juan Regional Medical Center has moved its Health Information Management Department (HIM) to a new location at 300 West Arrington Street, Suite 101. The move enables patients to access both billing and their medical records in the same place, facilitating a better patient experience. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Durango Motor Company and SunRay Park and Casino.
September 18, 2024

Navajo Dam’s Lost Communities Panel at Aztec Museum

Four Hispano communities were uprooted and displaced during the construction of Navajo Dam and almost lost to history. Farmington historian Patricia Bobby Tharp made sure the families were remembered, and you are invited to learn about their history at the Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village Free Smithsonian Day on Saturday, Sept. 21, at the 2:00 p.m. special panel. Build back up that TBR at the Farmington Public Library Foundation book sale Friday and Saturday, Sept. 20 and 21 from 9:oo a.m. to 5:00 p.m. With books starting at $1, there’s sure to be a great find (or several!). What better way to enjoy a weekend than with grit in your teeth and a bike below you? Aztec Adventure’s Holy Grit trail ride Saturday, Sept. 21 offers three rides along the Old Spanish Trail, with music, food, and cycling camaraderie to round out the event. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Northern Edge Casino and Traegers Bar.
October 3, 2024

Indigenous Arts Festival Returns

The 2024 Aztec Indigenous Arts Festival features local Indigenous artists, performers and culture on Saturday, September 14. This version of the festival features the largest variety of entertainment in its history. With headlining acts scheduled throughout the day, the 2024 Aztec Ruins Cultural Indigenous Arts Festival plans to move attendees in all manner of motif. Featured performers include renowned hoop dancer JaiP’o Harvier, musician Levi Platero and Diné storyteller Sunny Dooley, among others. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Distil Beer Wine Spirit and M&R Plumbing.
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Senator Hickenlooper Tours New Nursing Training Facility at Fort Lewis College

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Aztec Releases MRA Plan Draft for Review

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Bike Bash Brewing

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August 29, 2024

Combat Hunger in San Juan County

San Juan County is hosting several events in September, starting with a county-wide competition to combat hunger as part of Hunger Action Month. Local businesses can participate in a food drive organized by ECHO Food Bank to support those facing food insecurity. The community is also invited to celebrate the end of summer with a free concert at the Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village on September 13th. The City of Farmington will observe National Day of Service on September 7th with various volunteer opportunities, including park clean-ups and landscaping projects. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Ace Hardware of Farmington and Durango Motor Company.
September 11, 2024

ORII Hiking Series Launches

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September 11, 2024

Aztec Development Gets Grant Funding

The Northwest New Mexico Arts Council is one of 100 nonprofits nationwide to earn a grant from Lowe’s Hometowns to invest in the community. The money is being used to develop the outdoor space at the newly opened historic Leanor Hotel. The space will be used to teach underserved teens service industry skills. The Leanor Hotel aims to be a safe gathering space for teens across the county. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Home2Suites and Traegers bar.
September 11, 2024

Four Corners Professional Women’s Summit Returns

Tickets are now available for several exciting events in Farmington, including the 2024 Four Corners Professional Women’s Summit, on November 6th-7th. Registration is also open for the Road Apple Rally, America’s longest-running mountain bike race, taking place in October, with new race options and community activities. The beloved "Dining with the Dead" event is returning on September 7th, allowing participants to explore Farmington’s history through cemetery tours. And Chili in October-Fest is seeking vendors and participants for its annual cook-off on October 5th, featuring spaces for both home cooks and restaurants. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Distill Beer Wine Spirits and Traegers Bar.
September 11, 2024

Small Business Networking Opportunities

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