Life in San Juan
Monticello native Kirk Hoggard’s earliest memories of music date back to when he sung the Unicorn Song by the Irish Rovers and won accordion lessons at the age of seven.
During high school Hoggard was involved in music programs, was twice awarded all-state tuba player, and received jazz band honors...
by Sally Jack
Recently we were enjoying a breakfast buffet in the sunroom of a motel in New Mexico, when a truck pulled into the parking lot and backed up near the window. “Orkin,’ it said. ‘Pests, mosquitoes, termites, and cockroaches,’ followed by the ominous ‘and more,’ (meaning bedbugs, which...
For the past two years, Gordon has been the driving force behind Recovery Day in Monticello, dedicating his time and heart to creating a celebration of healing, hope and second chances.
His commitment to individuals in recovery goes far beyond a single event – he works year-round to ensure that no...
Ann has served in her community, in various aspects, for many years.
Helping many as the President of the San Juan Credit Union.
She was instrumental in starting “Bountiful Baskets” so families could have access to fruits and vegetables at an affordable price.
She and her husband, Clark, run the...
ATV’s will be all over San Juan County this weekend as the annual San Juan ATV Safari is back.
Rides throughout all of San Juan County will give visitors and locals alike an opportunity to enjoy great views in perfect weather.
The 23rd annual safari starts on Wednesday September 17 concluding on...
Car enthusiasts and reminiscing area residents will congregate in Monticello on the evening of Saturday, September 13 for an epic “Drag Main” Extravaganza!
Look for lights, treats and more at the new headquarters of Westcott Motors on South Main.
Cruise to the sounds of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s...
by Kara Laws
Contributing writer
All business owners should be creating a business they can sell later. This is especially true in our small towns where we see too many Main Street businesses closing up shop.
One day you will want to retire. And you only have two options: 1) Close down and walk...
Dr. Kent Lyman, concert pianist and Blanding native, will be Kigalia Fine Arts’ first performer of the 2025-2026 season on Friday, September 19 at 6 pm at the San Juan High Auditorium in Blanding.
Kent Lyman is a Steinway Artist, and was inducted into the Steinway & Sons Teacher Hall of Fame...
Through the Silence: A pop-up augmented reality experience exploring the Aniknuche Incarceration of 1923 will bring local history and art to life in Blanding over Labor Day weekend, commemorating the Aniknuche Incarceration of 1923.
The exhibit will explore hidden layers of Ute (Nuuchu) local...
by Richard Lynn Perkins and Beverly Gayle Perkins Shumway
Richard Perkins has a rich San Juan County heritage. His parents, Hyrum Corry Perkins and Mary Kisten Adams were both born and raised in Bluff, Utah.
When they were 16 years old, they each finished an 8th grade education, which was the...
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