In 1990, the Union Cycliste Initernational held the inaugural world mountain bike championships in Durango. In 2030, the world's best mountain bike riders will once again return to Purgatory for the UCI World Championships 40 years after the inaugural event. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Dunkin Donuts and Crystal Mart.

La Plata County operates on revenues based on a tax rate set more than 40 years ago. With rising costs of services and supplies, the county commissioners say it’s time for an update and have asked voters to consider a yes vote for a proposed one-cent sales-tax increase. Without it, the county faces significant service cuts that will affect every county resident. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Payroll Department and Serious Texas Bar-B-Q.

Greyhound expanded its services in the Four Corners Region with a new bus route. Best of Fest 2025 showcases the best short films from the Durango Independent Film Festival. And celebrate the start of ski season at Purgatory Resort with opening day activities. Watch to learn more! By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Kroegers Ace Hardware and Sky Ute Casino Resort.

San Juan Circus is a Durango aerial studio that offers classes for acrobats of any skill level as well as performances at public events, private parties, and local venues. Owner and coach, Cynthia Bae, leads the development of this new aerial community. By Zachary Marqua. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy's Pizza and Wings and FLC Center for Innovation.

In 2022 voters passed proposition FF, the Healthy School Meals for All program, which funded free school meals for all students regardless of household income. The program became increasingly popular and has reached a funding shortfall. The program’s continuation relies on voter approval of Proposition LL and Preposition MM on the November ballot. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and FASTSIGNS Durango.