State seeks to fill vacant positions

A four-day rapid hire event kicks off at 9 a.m. Dec. 11 in Albuquerque. Local residents can also apply for jobs at the Workforce Connections office.

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Mother of AHS shooting victim talks lawsuits

The mother of Casey Jordan Marquez was disgusted as she found text messages between her slain daughter and a former Aztec High School teacher.

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Mother of AHS shooting victim recalls daughter

Jamie Lattin, Casey Jordan Marquez's mother, talks about her daughter's death in the 2017 Aztec High School shooting and the life she lived.

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City to discuss contract for Complete Streets

The City of Farmington has received a single bid for the Complete Streets project. It will discuss that bid during a closed session.

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County program focuses on housing homeless youth

San Juan County has received grant funding to house homeless youth and is now asking the community to donate furniture.

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AHS shooting wrongful death lawsuit filed

The family of the teenage girl killed in the 2017 Aztec High School shooting is filing a wrongful death lawsuit against Aztec schools and police.

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Floats lit Main Street during Christmas Parade

Colorful floats and holiday lights delighted crowds during the annual Christmas parade Dec. 5 in Farmington.

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Video: Farmington’s Christmas Parade

Here are some scenes from Farmington's Christmas Parade on Dec. 5, 2019.

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The Voice winner performs at Christmas Lighting ceremony

The winner of 'The Voice' season 15, singer Chevel Shepherd, performed Dec. 5 at the 2019 National Christmas Lighting Ceremony in Washington, D.C.

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Man accused of shooting at occupied truck

A San Juan County man faces an attempted murder charge for allegedly firing a handgun at a vehicle occupied by a man and a child on Thanksgiving.

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Fruitland man sentenced for assault charge

Harry Jim Jr. was sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury in federal court.

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Man, deputy exchange gunfire during argument

An argument between a Farmington man and an off-duty San Juan County Sheriff's deputy over an irrigation ditch led to an exchange of gunfire.

Calendar

Luminaria displays, Christmas parades and a jazz concert to benefit three charities are among the many activities and events planned this week.

College gets two business startup grants

San Juan College has received a new state grant to help its Enterprise Center facilitate business-start-ups in the outdoor recreation industry.

What to know about upcoming SJGS hearings

A hearing starting Dec. 9 will focus on the future of the San Juan Generating Station. Here's a look at some of the central issues in the case.

Small Business Saturday celebrates local stores

County to discuss Huerfano Substation

San Juan County built a substation to reduce emergency response times. Now it may enter into an agreement with the Navajo Nation for the building.

Community cleanup includes dilapidated homes

Code compliance officials and police chiefs say abandoned or dilapidated homes can harm economic development and increase crime.

Native culture featured in new coloring book

Ms. Indigenous San Juan College Marie Nickoli developed the coloring book for children to learn about Native American and Alaska Native culture.

Anthology by local writers sold in Farmington

"Into the West" features 14 short stories by eight Farmington and Aztec authors. The Connie Gotsch Arts Foundation helped with a grant for $2,400.

Two holiday lighting contests to check out

The Farmington Noonday Civitans and the City of Aztec both have lighting contests this year. Here's how people can participate.

Many served at annual Thanksgiving lunch

Volunteers served an estimated 800 to a thousand people on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, during The Salvation Army's annual Thanksgiving Day luncheon.

Three arrested on robbery, kidnapping charges

Three people were arrested on robbery, kidnapping and extortion charges after allegedly robbing a man at his home and then taking him to an ATM.

Changes are coming for Airbnb-type rentals

Short-term rentals in Aztec and Farmington may soon be required to pay lodgers tax as the cities remove the minimum room exemption.

Need groceries for T-Day? Shop early in the day

If you need last-minute groceries, or stocking stuffers at retail stores, check before you go. Some stores are closed, or close early on Thanksgiving.

PNM releases new carbon capture evaluation

After a new analysis of carbon capture technology at the San Juan Generating Station, PNM says that it would not provide reliable, affordable power.

Farmington’s locally-owned radio stations

Three locally-owned radio stations, KNDN, FHS Live/Scorp Radio and KSJE, all bring unique perspectives and locally-focused programming to Farmington.

Local radio stations offer unique programming

Three locally owned radio stations; KNDN, FHS Live/Scorp Radio and KSJE all bring unique perspectives and locally focused programming to Farmington.

Farmington restaurants open Thanksgiving

Many restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, but these seven are among the restaurants open in Farmington.

Growing as poets: Newcomb welcomes poetry slam

Newcomb Middle School held a student poetry slam on Nov. 22. "With poetry, for some reason, they got enthusiastic," Principal Ethel Manuelito said.

Two men allegedly robbed man at knifepoint

A man told deputies two men robbed him and stole most of this clothing, abandoning him south of Farmington. They also allegedly took a stolen truck.

Council raises pay for city manager, attorney

City councilors say Rob Mayes and Jennifer Breakell played critical roles in Farmington's efforts to keep the San Juan Generating Station open.

New business brings esports to Farmington

With a planned opening on Nov. 22, 2019, Nemesis 5 Esports is set to bring the exciting world of competitive video games, esports, to Farmington.

Navajo Nation OKs lease agreement for NAPI farm

Although NAPI was established in 1970, it has been lacking a lease for the land it has developed to grow crops.

Frackers to cease operations for 2020 season

The Farmington Frackers , a collegiate summer league baseball team, announced it will cease operations for the 2020 season due to a lack of money.

Bloomfield works to get trails on the map

There are trails dotting Bureau of Land Management lands around Bloomfield, but they often don't show up on maps and only locals can find them.

City may add more swimming options at lake

The city has struggled to enforce the current limits on where people can swim at Lake Farmington. This has prompted possible rule changes.

Farmington City Council adopts Outdoor Pledge

The city's 10-part pledge encourages safe and courteous recreation, as well as protection of outdoor amenities through efforts like "leave no trace."

Woman allegedly filed new false insurance claim

Brittany Lanier of Farmington faces three new criminal cases, including filing a second false insurance claim related to an Aztec apartment fire.

NEE files documents with PRC alleging pollution

After visiting the San Juan Generating Station and its associated mine, New Energy Economy filed documents highlighting contamination concerns.