Kelly Gregory waited more than 20 years to realize her dream of owning a food-service business or a restaurant. The pandemic gave her the opportunity to just that when she began operating out of the Dolores River Brewery kitchen two nights a week. By LNN News Director Deborah Uroda; Editor Zach Marqua

Liane Jollon, executive director of San Juan Basin Public Health, received national recognition from the American Medical Association for her work to mitigate the pandemic in Southwest Colorado and her advocacy for public health agencies across the state. Footage courtesy of American Medical Association, San Juan Basin Public Health & The Durango Herald

Given the changes across the country in how college’s operate, how is COVID affecting the way students apply to colleges, and how are colleges working to help them? Written by Hannah Robertson

Durango School District 9-R is one of only eight school districts in Colorado to be awarded a Regional Air Quality Council grant to purchase an electric school bus. Find out how it will benefit the district’s sustainability goals and financial bottom line. Written by Deborah Uroda and Edited by Zach Marqua

Durango Police Officer Jonathan Mizner grew up in Florida and worked as a Manatee County sheriff’s deputy before hiring on in Durango, and he relishes the differences between the two environments.

If Cortez could have a cultural motto, town leaders may want to consider City of Murals. Find out how artists transformed walls, even houses, into works of art.

With today’s housing shortages in Southwest Colorado, many homeowners are turning to building their houses-to-be. But COVID-induced shortages are affecting building supplies — and the cost of building your own home.

Nolan Stowers, describes the importance of Chapman Hill for the community. Chapman hill serves as a training ground for young athletes, a family environment, and a healthy way for people to enjoy the outdoors.

Stress can contribute to weight gain. PHD Weight Loss and Nutrition founder Ashley Lucas explains how controlling your stress can help you lose weight.

José Madrigal wants to rebuild residents’ trust in the City of Durango through transparency in the city’s finances and decision-making processes, and he wants and expects accountability for meeting the goals that the community wants accomplished.