Officials want you to be ready for flooding. An event for livestock producers interested in learning about finishing livestock, meat quality and the business of meat production. Cortez needs employees to keep Playground Days running this summer. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Keesee Motors and FASTSIGNS

SunRay Park & Casino has unveiled its 24th annual racing season with a national assembly of young, majestic horses. Ten races are held every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday until May 21st. SunRay Park also offers year-round simulcast horse racing, and over modern 400 slots. Margaritas and Tex-Mex are popular, as are the large-hearted staff. By Donna K. Hewett.

Dolores Bike Hostel Owner Jacob Carloni hopes the hostel can help the local economy and add an unserved hospitality niche. Carloni believes the project also serves the county's economic development goal of increasing the length of stay in our county to promote local businesses. The Hostel will have a capacity of 25 people, with prices starting between $35 - $40 per bed, per night. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Blondies Trophy Room and Keesee Motors

An early childhood festival and fair is scheduled for the last Saturday of April at the Cortez Recreation Center. McPhee Reservoir has announced new summer hours for boating. The seventh annual Hoedown fundraiser at the Mancos Opera House is back. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Big-O Tires and Southwest Health System

Wolves, in their haunting beauty and untamed wildness, are both a source of adoration and fear among people. At WolfWood Refuge, Paula Woerner and her team of volunteers provide experiences and opportunities for people to get up close with the animals that call the sanctuary home - ranging from full wolves and coyotes to animals that had to be surrendered due to inhumane conditions. One such educational event takes place annually at Purgatory Mountain Resort. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings

Staffers at the Durango-based Adaptive Sports Association are reflecting on a memorable winter as the organization readies for its summer season. The association, which provides outdoor experiences for people with disabilities, hosted about 600 lessons this winter, as it trends back to pre-pandemic demand. Upcoming summer programming includes river trips, cycling tours, camping trips and more. The Adaptive Sports Association also offers programming that caters to disabled military veterans such as Team River Runner. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy’s Pizza & Wings and Kroegers Ace Hardware

The City of Cortez seeks applicants for Colorado Grand college scholarship. Durango-La Plata airport is adding air service to Houston begins in June. A fundraiser for Grace’s Community Kitchen is set for April 28. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by TruWest Auto and Choice Building Supply

Author Mark Stevens makes his first foray into the world of baseball with his latest release: The Fireballer. The Fireballer is a novel about Frank Ryder, a tortured hero who grapples with talent, change and loneliness. Ultimately Ryder must come to terms with his circumstances to find peace off the diamond. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by the Lor Foundation and Big O Tires

Spring means it’s time for landowners to start protecting property from fire risk. Jobs, resources, and training are part of a job fair at the Montezuma County Annex. Burrofest is looking for artists. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story and more at www.montezumalocal.news/newsstories/learn-best-fire-mitigation-practices This story is sponsored by @Kroegers_Ace_Hardware and @HappyPappysPizza

Gardening in Southwest Colorado takes more patience and preparation than in many other warmer and wetter states. The area is susceptible to unpredictable frosts, drought, smoke, and a shorter growing window, yet it is still possible to have a highly productive garden. Mountain Roots Food Project has a spring gardening guide to help better understand the challenges and planning needed to succeed in our gardens this summer. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Serious Texas BBQ