San Juan County NM is improving its services to newly released detainees from the adult detention center. A new reentry resource center at the detention facility includes a phone charging station, informational video and a brochure wall with relevant services. The center was a joint project spearheaded by Leadership San Juan. By Connor Shreve.
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Road work season has begun, with San Juan County NM repaving Road 6480 thanks to a $2 million grant. The project, which started two weeks ago, will proceed in three phases, each lasting 2-3 weeks, with detours and closures from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Join the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village's summer concerts every second Friday, starting June 7th and continuing through October 8th. For dog owners, the Durango Kennel Club offers a rattlesnake avoidance clinic on June 1st, teaching dogs to identify and avoid rattlesnakes. By Hannah Robertson.
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The Connie Gotsch Foundation will close its doors after 11 years of supporting and encouraging local artists and arts programs in San Juan County. Make sure to pick up the Historic Downtown Farmington, with the 11 new sculptures that have been installed across Downtown Farmington. Mark your calendars for the presentation of the Paddling Film Festival, taking place May 26th at the The Totah. And at a recent visit to the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council, Senator Michael Bennet and Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Touton announced $2.3 million in funding for the Pine River Indian Irrigation Project. By Hannah Robertson.
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San Juan County NM officials rededicated the old Cedar Hill Bridge for pedestrian use 110 years after the bridge was first built on April 30th. The bridge was installed by residents in 1914, and for much of its life, the bridge served as the area’s main Animas River crossing. The bridge now connects a two-mile walking loop in Cedar Hill. By Connor Shreve.
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Four Corners Economic Development and the Alliance for Navajo Broadband are hosting a conference on broadband planning and development efforts in Farmington and San Juan County. Join the ORII - Outdoor Recreation Industry Initiative and Desert River Guides LLC. for a clean-up along the Animas River Corridor, and with the weather warming up, San Juan County Sheriff's Office, NM reminds you to keep your furry furriends safe and cool. By Hannah Robertson.
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Fraudulent tax letters are being sent out to property owners, and the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department warns property owners to be careful about responding to notices in letters. The historic Cedar Hill Pedestrian Bridge re-opens after seven years and restoration work, and there is still time to submit photos for the Visit Farmington 2025 vacation guide. By Hannah Robertson.
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The Farmington High School FHS Scorpion Baseball can extend their season with a win against New Mexico’s number-one team, La Cueva High School. La Cueva is 19-2 coming off a 17-2 win over Sandia. With five games remaining, FHS needs wins to guarantee a postseason berth. By Connor Shreve.
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Lake Farmington has kicked off its summer season, offering opportunities for boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily, with the beach opening on May 25th. New this year is an inflatable aqua park at the beach, set to open on Memorial Day weekend. Fort Lewis College will host the Four Corners Climate Summit on April 27th, featuring presentations by climate experts, including a keynote by environmentalist Terry Tempest Williams. Additionally, San Juan County NM is renewing efforts with Septic Safe San Juan County to educate residents about the dangers of unsecured septic tank lids, aiming to prevent accidents, especially among children, during the warmer months. By Hannah Robertson.
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Girls with G.R.I.T. is a program initiated by the San Juan County Sheriff's Office, NM, focusing on empowering women with essential skills while fostering connections between law enforcement and the community. Led by experts, the program covers a range of topics, from firearms and defensive tactics to recognizing personal safety and investigating crimes. Participants report heightened confidence and awareness, contributing to a safer and more connected community. By Sadie Smith.
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This Weekend: Home & Garden Expo and Farmington Jazz Festival
San Juan County’s 28th Annual Home & Garden EXPO, brought to you by the San Juan County Home Builders Association, is this weekend, April 12th and 13th, at McGee Park Convention Center. The Farmington Jazz Festival is this Saturday, April 13th, with workshops, live music, and an after hours Jazz Jam. Theater Ensemble Arts production of Almost Maine opens Friday, April 19th, and runs through Sunday, April 28th at the The Totah. New Beginnings is holding its second annual Poker Run on Saturday, April 20th for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. By Rachel Hughes.
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Aztec Adventures three-race gravel series runs from April through October featuring the unique terrain outside Farmington, Aztec, and Blanco. The Galactic Grinder opens the action on April 6th with three distance options for riders of all abilities. Reliant on the energy sector for decades, the sandy washes and windy ridges surrounding Aztec and Farmington offer a scenic and challenging cycling arena easily accessible from a large portion of the Four Corners region. By Connor Shreve.
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High school students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply for paid internships this summer with San Juan County NM. The Farmington City Council recently approved plans for the revitalization of the Animas District part of Farmington, which includes the Health Hub area, and it’s not too late to sign up for the 100% Community San Juan County Summit this month. By Hannah Robertson.
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FHS Theatre Department takes us back to Rydell High for a 50’s joyride through one of musical theatre’s favorite high school love stories. Grease runs from March 29th through April 6th at Farmington High School’s Spotlight Theatre. Troupe 381 has grown into a thriving youth theatre program serving around 50 FHS students who participate in all aspects of the production process. Tickets for Grease are available online. By Jessica McCallum.
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The San Juan County Assessor’s Office is offering in-office assistance to veterans and surviving spouses for filing tax exemptions on April 2nd. San Juan County Commission is seeking letters of interest from eligible citizens residing in District Three to fill the open seat due to the resignation of Representative T Ryan Lane. And the San Juan County Sheriff's Office, NM has received $90,000 for a new virtual reality simulator to enhance use-of-force training, providing dynamic scenarios for officers to better prepare for real-life situations. By Hannah Robertson.
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