Animas High School released a seven-episode podcast titled, “Beyond the Bell.” The Durango Arts Center’s Annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival returns for its 31st year. And low-income residents may receive free, 12-month passes for Durango Transit. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by FASTSIGNS Durango and Dunkin’ Donuts.

Sustainable economic development requires a workforce that can afford to set down roots, raise their families, and grow their businesses. That's the premise of the 18th annual Alliance Summit theme, “Rooted in Community,” the La Plata Economic Development Alliance's annual conference on Sept. 11 at the Sky Ute Events Center in Ignacio. By Deborah Uroda. This story is sponsored by La Plata Economic Development Alliance.

Durango School District kindergarten reading proficiency jumped 39% in just one year thanks to the Orton-Gillingham literacy approach, with students of all ages showing impressive gains. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Durango Gelato, Coffee & Tea and Tafoya Barrett & Associates.

The Women’s Resource Center will host its 2025 Chocolate and Wine Tasting at Animas Chocolate. The Washington Post published an opinion piece by Four Corners resident Maddy Butcher. The City of Durango seeks volunteers to count bicyclists and pedestrians. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino Resort and San Juan Regional Medical Center SJRMC.

As a fund-raising organization, United Way has a powerful reputation and international name recognition. So why would the United Way of Southwest Colorado sever ties with a philanthropic behemoth to become Team Up? President and Chief Executive Officer Lynn Urban explains, and donors like the change. By Deborah Uroda. This story is sponsored by Crystal Mart Durango and Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation.