Daily
Farmington
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Farmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, gas prices in New Mexico surged to their highest level in four years after a gallon of unleaded gas reached $4.39 at Maverick Gas Station. AAA linked the spike to rising crude oil costs amid uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting local drivers and businesses. KOAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Transportation Department warns drivers to avoid drowsy driving and take breaks on long trips because tiredness can lead to crashes on rural roads, especially between midnight and 6 a.m. or late in the afternoon. KOAT
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2026 Four Corners Energy Conference
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — San Juan County McGee Park — Lunch tickets available — An engaging conference with expert speakers and exhibitors from the energy sector.
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Riverfest Fine Art Show & Plein Air Celebration
10 a.m. to 7 p.m. — Berg Park — Free entry — Celebrate local rivers with music, art, races, and family-friendly activities along the Animas River trails.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Andrew Carnegie
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