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This week in Durango, the Durango-La Plata County Airport is collecting non-perishables, hygiene products, and infant supplies for TSA workers who have been without pay during the federal government shutdown — drop off donations at the airline ticketing lobby inside the main entry doors. On Wednesday, March 25th, Durango Comedy brings March Sadness to the Durango Arts Center — doors open at 6:30 w...

Durango artist Matt Clark of Little Bud Designs and mural artist Parker Ledford created Ebb and Flow — a public mural along the Animas River trail pulling from Clark's collage and illustration work. Clark says he wanted the piece to have something for everyone in the Durango community. By Sadie Smith Watch this story at durangolocal.news . This story is sponsored by the Payroll Department and...

On Friday, March 20th, local artist Shanda Akin invites the community to a free evening of art and conversation at Four Leaves Winery starting at 6 p.m. — drinks, light bites, and an artist talk are all included. Also opening March 20th, the Durango Arts Center presents Trey Parker's Cannibal: The Musical, a darkly comedic retelling of the true story of Alferd Packer, running through March 29...

The City of Farmington's Bonnie Dallas Senior Center has launched the High Desert Games , its annual Senior Olympics program, with opening ceremonies marking the start of a multi-month competition schedule running through May. The event series, organized through the city's Parks and Recreation Department, features activities including shuffleboard, cornhole, table tennis, pool, picklebal...

Durango wasn't always the tree-lined community it is today — in the late 19th century, the landscape was largely barren — but now, climate change and rapid development are threatening the 12,000-plus trees that define it. The DurangoScape 2026 Climate Conference, hosted by the Durango Botanic Gardens brought together local and regional experts to help residents understand how to protect their...

What happens when one woman's curiosity about disappearing birds grows into a global movement? For Kelly Miller, founder of Follow the Birds , a simple question about winter silence along the Animas River trails became a three-day gathering connecting scientists, artists and storytellers from across the world. The Bird Migration Gathering — held each March and October — drew participants from...

This week on Local NEWS Network, we're rounding up three events happening in Durango between March 11th and 17th. Rocky Mountain PBS brings its Mini-Film Fest to Fort Lewis College on Wednesday night — a free screening of short films exploring identity, belonging, and community, followed by a facilitated discussion. On Friday and Saturday, the Friends of the Durango Public Library hosts its a...

Farmington Parks and Recreation is making spring break one to remember with a lineup of family-friendly events across the city this week. Whether you are looking for something fun for the kids or the whole family, there is plenty happening around town. Head to the link in the show notes to watch the full story and get all the details. By Paige Sparks. Watch this story at farmingtonlocal.news This...

On Wednesday, the Cortez Public Library celebrates Women's History Month with a free author talk from local author Margaret Kirk, presenting her book "They Persisted" — a historical nonfiction collection about empowering women from the past. Then on Thursday, the Sunflower Theatre hosts its Spoken Word Open Mic at 7 p.m. — bring original poetry or writing and share it with a welcomi...

Arenacross racing returns to the Four Corners region for the fourth consecutive year as Finish Line Promotions brings the Parnall Law Xtreme Arenacross back with Aztec Motocross , drawing amateur and professional riders from across the Southwest while offering roughly 40 classes for all skill levels, from toddlers on balance bikes to seasoned pros. Organizer Andrew Gallegos says the event's e...

West Coast Swing is more than a dance style — it's a lifestyle for members of West Slope Westies , Durango's nonprofit swing dance community. Known for its fluid, elastic movement and ability to complement almost any genre of music, West Coast Swing has drawn a growing and passionate local following. When the group began outgrowing their rented rooms at the Smiley Building, leadership ma...

Durango has a full lineup of events this March. Our Own Lives presents its Second Annual Disability Art Show at the Durango Arts Center , featuring more than 30 artists. The McDonald’s Cardboard Derby returns to Purgatory Resort with creative downhill fun. And the Durango Bach Festival, presented by the San Juan Symphony , brings a week of “Mostly Mozart” performances to St. Mark’s Episcopal Churc...

The Durango Independent Film Festival is celebrating its 21st year with the tagline "We're Legal," bringing independent films from over 50 countries to southwest Colorado from March 4–8, 2026. Known as a "Filmmaker's Festival," DIFF showcases adventure, documentary, native cinema, shorts, features, and more — creating a rare space where audiences are elbow to elbow wi...

A longtime Durango tradition is evolving. Southwest Colorado Rocks celebrates community leaders, organizations, and businesses making a difference across the region. Formerly known as Durango Rocks, the event expanded this year to include Ignacio and Bayfield, highlighting the impact of leaders throughout La Plata County. Organizers say the celebration is about recognizing the people who are stren...

The Durango Women's Leadership Conference returns February 26 at Whalen Gymnasium with panels, breakout sessions, and talks supporting women’s athletics at Fort Lewis College . Comedian Olivia Carter performs in Durango February 27 after appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and the Durango Independent Film Festival returns March 4–8 with screenings across Durango. By Sadie S...

This week in Farmington, local professionals have a chance to sharpen their skills at the Four Corners Conference for Professional Development on Feb. 26, while music fans can catch One Night in Memphis — a high-energy tribute to Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis — at the Farmington Civic Center on Feb. 28. San Juan College is also hosting a free Health and Wellness Fair...

Every February, volunteers walk the banks of the Animas River counting American dippers — small, bold birds that dive headfirst into rushing rapids and spend their entire lives along river corridors. Because dippers feed on the aquatic insects that can only survive in clean water, they serve as a living indicator of river health. The American Dipper Project launched in 2016 following the Gold King...

 Colorado U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet made a stop in Durango this week to discuss his campaign for governor, touching on some of the most pressing issues facing the state. Bennet, who has represented Colorado in the U.S. Senate since 2009, shared his vision for Colorado's future and what he says sets him apart as a candidate. Watch the full interview to hear where he stands. By Paige Sparks. Wat...

For over two decades, the Center for Snow and Avalanche Studies has been monitoring Colorado's snowpack from weather stations on Red Mountain Pass. Their team digs snow pits every few weeks documenting dust layers, measuring snow crystals, and tracking how the snowpack reflects sunlight. This year they're recording unusually low snow conditions across the state while studying how dust pa...

This week's Farmington bulletin features the return of the High Desert Games at Bonnie Dallas Senior Center with registration open through March 2nd for athletes 50 and up, a citywide job fair February 24th at the Farmington Civic Center with positions in Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Police and Fire, the Parnall Law Xtreme Arenacross and Stunt Show February 28th at McGee Park Memorial...

This week in Durango highlights community leadership, small business support, and winter competition on the mountain. Southwest Colorado Rocks will host its Annual Awards Ceremony on February 19th at 5 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall , honoring outstanding businesses and leaders from across La Plata County. On February 20th, the Seeds of Success DFM Summit takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at t...

Durango's warming shelter is providing a lifesaving refuge for unhoused community members during the coldest winter nights. After years of discussion, the City Council unanimously approved the shelter following overwhelming neighborhood support with 88% of residents surveyed backing the initiative. The shelter opens when temperatures are forecasted to drop to 15 degrees or below, operating wi...

KDUR, Fort Lewis College's radio station now in its 52nd year, hosts an annual cover night that has become a cornerstone event for Durango's music community. The tradition began when musicians from different genres came together to celebrate local talent by covering Neil Diamond songs, adopting the motto "local musicians unite." The event has grown so popular that tickets sell...

San Juan College's Native American Center brought the community together for two special evenings celebrating Késhjéé, the traditional Navajo Shoe Game. The learning session on Wednesday, Jan. 28, was led by Kevin Belin, Navajo language teacher at Navajo Preparatory School , who guided attendees through the game's rules, strategies, songs and cultural meanings. On Thursday, Jan. 29, team...

This week in Farmington brings cultural exploration, comedy, and theatrical entertainment.  On Thursday, February 12th from 3:00 to 4:30 pm, San Juan College Global Studies hosts a Chinese New Year Immersive Culture Experience at the Merrion Rooms in the School of Energy, where Qinqin Schoser will lead a welcoming introduction to Chinese culture and the Lunar New Year with presentations, hands-on...