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Comprehensive local news coverage for San Juan County, New Mexico. Stay informed about government decisions, community events, business developments, and civic matters affecting residents of Farmington, Aztec, Bloomfield, Kirtland, and surrounding communities.
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San Juan County drivers question why fuel prices stay high

San Juan County drivers question why fuel prices stay high

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San Juan County commissioners discuss data center proposals

San Juan County commissioners discuss data center proposals

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San Juan County man sentenced to 61 years in child porn case

San Juan County man sentenced to 61 years in child porn case

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Farmington man faces seven felony child sex contact charges

Farmington man faces seven felony child sex contact charges

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Lightning storms strike San Juan County, more than 600 hits recorded

Lightning storms strike San Juan County, more than 600 hits recorded

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Farmington events calendar spotlights what’s happening across San Juan County

Farmington events calendar spotlights what’s happening across San Juan County

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Farmington Chamber highlights summer events and upcoming women’s summit

Farmington Chamber highlights summer events and upcoming women’s summit

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Farmington High alum and Blue Jays reliever Duane Ward dies at 62

Farmington High alum and Blue Jays reliever Duane Ward dies at 62

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Flash flooding hits Aztec, cleanup underway after storms damage city
Community

Flash flooding hits Aztec, cleanup underway after storms damage city

West Chaco Street took on about a foot of water and Aztec Park was left with debris after July 20 storms, while county alerts warned more flooding could follow.

Sarah Chen2m read
Farmington man faces seven felony child sex contact charges
Community

Farmington man faces seven felony child sex contact charges

Court records say a child recorded evidence of abuse in a Farmington case now charging a man with seven felony child sex contact counts.

Lisa Park2m read
Lightning storms strike San Juan County, more than 600 hits recorded
Community

Lightning storms strike San Juan County, more than 600 hits recorded

Strong thunderstorms hit Aztec, Bloomfield and Farmington, with more than 600 lightning strikes countywide and one Farmington viewer reporting a close call.

Lisa Park1m read
Police say Farmington deputy shot man holding lighted drill
Community

Police say Farmington deputy shot man holding lighted drill

Farmington police said a deputy shot Beau Wilson after finding him with a lighted drill, and the case adds new scrutiny to San Juan County deputy-involved shootings.

Lisa Park2m read
San Juan County man sentenced to 61 years in child porn case
Government

San Juan County man sentenced to 61 years in child porn case

Jacob Marriott was sentenced to 61 years after pleading guilty to four child-pornography manufacturing counts, ending a Farmington case that began with a 2025 arrest.

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San Juan County commissioners discuss data center proposals
Government

San Juan County commissioners discuss data center proposals

Sam Gonzales said San Juan County had no data center projects pending as residents pressed for a slowdown over water, power and transparency.

James Thompson2m read
San Juan County drivers question why fuel prices stay high
Business

San Juan County drivers question why fuel prices stay high

San Juan County drivers are paying $4.261 for regular gas, about 38 cents more than McKinley County, as state investigators and local leaders revisit why.

Sarah Chen2m read
San Juan County assessor values property, treasurer collects tax bills
Government

San Juan County assessor values property, treasurer collects tax bills

The assessor values your property, the treasurer collects the bill, and San Juan County gives you 30 days from a Notice of Value to protest a bad valuation.

James Thompson4m read
Farmington man charged in 2024 Kelsie Todacheeny homicide case
Government

Farmington man charged in 2024 Kelsie Todacheeny homicide case

A Farmington man was charged in Kelsie Todacheeny’s 2024 death after detectives reopened the case and reviewed evidence, turning a long-unsolved death into a homicide arrest.

Marcus Williams1m read
Farmington man arrested after knife threat at Berg Park
Community

Farmington man arrested after knife threat at Berg Park

Jason Blackie was booked on aggravated-assault charges after police say he pulled a knife and threatened a couple at Berg Park, where patrols were increased after past violence.

Lisa Park1m read
Farmington man charged after teen girl suffers severe facial injuries
Community

Farmington man charged after teen girl suffers severe facial injuries

A Farmington man was charged after investigators said a 14-year-old girl suffered severe facial injuries. The case adds to San Juan County's child-abuse record.

Sarah Chen2m read
Farmington man faces felony shoplifting charge after retail spree, patrol car damage
Business

Farmington man faces felony shoplifting charge after retail spree, patrol car damage

Tyler R. Beletso, 33, was charged after police alleged thefts at multiple Farmington stores and damage to a patrol vehicle.

Sarah Chen1m read
New Mexico Justice task force to hear public records concerns in Farmington
Government

New Mexico Justice task force to hear public records concerns in Farmington

San Juan County residents will get a July 21 chance to press state officials on delays, redactions and denials as the IPRA Task Force comes to Farmington.

Marcus Williams2m read
Farmington Chamber highlights summer events and upcoming women’s summit
Business

Farmington Chamber highlights summer events and upcoming women’s summit

Jamie Church previewed Aug. 3 ticket sales for the Professional Women’s Summit and a Sarah Elkins breakout, alongside Lauter Haus networking and summer Chamber events.

Sarah Chen2m read
Two San Juan County students win U.S. Eagle scholarships
Education

Two San Juan County students win U.S. Eagle scholarships

Two San Juan County students landed U.S. Eagle scholarships tied to service and grades, and the 2026 application window is already closed.

Lisa Park2m read
San Juan Regional offers public demos of robotic surgery system
Healthcare

San Juan Regional offers public demos of robotic surgery system

San Juan Regional’s da Vinci robot has already been used in 1,000 surgeries, and the new demos show how some care may stay closer to home in Farmington.

Cara Whitfield2m read
San Juan County honors fallen Bloomfield officer in solemn procession
Community

San Juan County honors fallen Bloomfield officer in solemn procession

Officers escorted Timothy Ontiveros home through San Juan County after a traffic-stop shooting. Bloomfield and state agencies marked his death with flags, memorials and public grief.

Sarah Chen1m read
Farmington pilot sends repeat alcohol offenders to inpatient treatment
Government

Farmington pilot sends repeat alcohol offenders to inpatient treatment

Farmington will start a 28-day inpatient pilot Aug. 1 for up to five repeat alcohol offenders who do not enter the Joint Intervention Program.

Marcus Williams1m read
San Juan County updates emergency alerts page for active hazards
Government

San Juan County updates emergency alerts page for active hazards

San Juan County’s emergency office at 209 S. Oliver Dr. in Aztec keeps active hazard alerts in one official place. Residents can call (505) 334-7700 for countywide notices.

Marcus Williams1m read
Kirtland Central Broncos ranked among New Mexico’s top football teams
Education

Kirtland Central Broncos ranked among New Mexico’s top football teams

Kirtland Central’s place in NMPreps’ updated rankings puts Bob Shuttleworth’s Broncos on the statewide watch list as district play approaches.

Lisa Park2m read
Farmington High alum and Blue Jays reliever Duane Ward dies at 62
Community

Farmington High alum and Blue Jays reliever Duane Ward dies at 62

Farmington High alum Duane Ward, a two-time Blue Jays World Series champion, died at 62 as Toronto honored its 1992 and 1993 title teams.

Sarah Chen1m read
Aztec manufacturer Jack’s Plastic Welding builds boats, gear and prototypes
Business

Aztec manufacturer Jack’s Plastic Welding builds boats, gear and prototypes

From Main Street in Aztec, Jack’s Plastic Welding builds rescue rafts, dry bags and NASA recovery gear for missions where failure is not an option.

Sarah Chen4m read
Glade Run offers shared trails and open OHV terrain near Farmington
Community

Glade Run offers shared trails and open OHV terrain near Farmington

Glade Run gives Farmington a rare mix of marked bike trails, open OHV ground and campable public land. Growth is testing how BLM and San Juan County keep it usable.

Sarah Chen4m read
San Juan County explains landfill life span and transfer station network
Government

San Juan County explains landfill life span and transfer station network

San Juan County’s trash network runs from a 160-acre landfill to 12 transfer stations, with free dump days, posted fees, and a $1,000 illegal-dumping penalty.

Marcus Williams5m read
Farmington events calendar spotlights what’s happening across San Juan County
Community

Farmington events calendar spotlights what’s happening across San Juan County

Farmington's event pages point to the county's biggest draws, from August fair weekends at McGee Park to Bloomfield's seasonal festivals and Aztec's Celtic games.

Lisa Park5m read
BLM opens comments on Chaco Canyon mineral leasing proposal
Government

BLM opens comments on Chaco Canyon mineral leasing proposal

BLM has opened a 14-day comment window on a plan that could reopen about 336,000 acres near Chaco Canyon to mineral leasing. San Juan County residents have until July 29 to weigh in.

Marcus Williams2m read
Todacheene says bonding updates will help San Juan County plug orphaned wells
Government

Todacheene says bonding updates will help San Juan County plug orphaned wells

Tighter bonding rules could shift orphaned-well cleanup costs off San Juan County taxpayers and onto operators. State estimates put about 5,000 wells in the risk pipeline.

Marcus Williams2m read
San Juan College planetarium offers free astronomy shows in Farmington
Education

San Juan College planetarium offers free astronomy shows in Farmington

San Juan College’s planetarium gives San Juan County a free place to see astronomy up close, with year-round shows, school visits, and public stargazing in Farmington.

Lisa Park5m read
Home destroyed in San Juan County fire, no injuries reported
Community

Home destroyed in San Juan County fire, no injuries reported

A San Juan County home was destroyed by fire on July 13, and no injuries were reported. The loss comes as summer heat and dry vegetation keep fire danger high.

Marcus Williams2m read