Come check out the 1st exhibition of Art in the Heart, featuring sculptures from local artists scattered around downtown. Riverside Nature Center is looking for volunteers to assist with its xeriscape garden clean-up, and stay safe this holiday cooking and baking season with tips from San Juan County Fire and Rescue. By Hannah Robertson.

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Daniel Seddiqui, titled the “Most Traveled Person in America” by Rick Steves, finally crossed Southwest Colorado off his list of places to visit. As of this fall, Seddiqui had visited every pinpoint on the U.S. map except for four. As part of his motto to “live the map,” Seddiqui makes it a priority to emerge himself in the culture and community of the places he visits: connecting with locals, working jobs, and participating in various activities. A career counselor by profession, Seddiqui also does public speaking and encourages teens and young adults to be curious and step outside their comfort zones. By Rachel Hughes.

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The local P.E.O. Chapter BA held its first “Tablescape” fundraiser in Farmington. P.E.O. stands for Philanthropic Education Organization. It’s a U.S.-based international women’s association of about 230,000 members from across the country and 6,000 local chapters. Their singular mission is to promote higher education for women through grants, loans, and scholarships. By Donna K. Hewett.

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Aztec Adventures invites everyone for the Holy Grit gravel bike ride this weekend. Explore your money story with WESST Farmington Women’s Business Center, and give back this holiday season with the Aztec Public Library. By Hannah Robertson.

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Fox Fire Farms Winery has been producing wine commercially since 2010. Every year since then, it has relied on the efforts of volunteer grape harvesters. The group comes from around the region to make sure Fox Fire gets the most out of its fruits. The group comes from around the region to help the winery end its season. By Connor Shreve.

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Cyclist Sepp Kuss played an integral role in Jumbo Visma’s historic dominance of the sport’s three grand tours. He topped it off by winning the Tour of Spain. Durango honored its native son with a party, including live music, a downtown bike parade, and a live Q&A session. American cycling fans flocked to Durango for the event. By Connor Shreve.

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Celebrate Halloween safely with family-friendly events in Aztec and Farmington, including Trunk or Treat at the First Baptist Church Aztec and Aztec Safe Treats, as well as a pumpkin carving contest and Boo-Palooza in Farmington. The Farmington Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business to Business Expo on November 9th to learn about local businesses and their offerings. The Rio Del Sol Kiwanis Club's annual Clothes for Kids event is looking for sponsors to raise $10,000 for this year’s event. By Hannah Robertson.

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The Theatre Department at Farmington High School, players of the Spotlight Theatre, have produced its biggest production ever: the murder mystery Clue. Based on the cult classic film and the popular game board, 70 or so students participated. The impressive stage set cost a whopping $7,000 dollars, all paid for through ticket sales, and included two stories, two side stages, stained glass and trap doors. By Donna K. Hewett.

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San Juan College and San Juan Regional Medical Center celebrate their nursing program partnership with the Commitment to Community award from the New Mexico Hospital Association. Phases One and Two of the Boundless Adventures All-Abilities Park were presented at a September city council meeting, and the Enterprise Center at San Juan College has received a $50,000 grant for new technology and training. By Hannah Robertson.

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