Public Forum – Do We Want A Data Center in Raton?
Many Ratonians are concerned about the proposal for a data center project in our community (aka Advanced Digital Hub Infrastructure). A citizens’ action group has formed with the working title of Protect Our Resources (POR). (The word “por” in Spanish can refer to “means of accomplishing something.”) We are hosting

Miners Colfax Medical Center Prepared for City-Wide Power Outage on March 16th
Miners’ Colfax Medical Center wants to assure our community that we are fully prepared for the planned citywide power outage scheduled by the City of Raton beginning Thursday, March 12 at 6:00 p.m. and expected to last until Friday, March 13 at 6:00 a.m. Our hospital has a dedicated emergency

Raton High School Senior 2026 Spotlight – Hector Olvera
Hector Olvera, son of Honorio Olvera and Patricia Alvarez What do you think you want to be when you grow up? Artist What is your favorite color? Black What is your favorite meal and who cooks it for you? Pozole made by my mom What is your favorite song and

Raton High School Senior 2026 Spotlight – Nakota Phoenix Allen
Nakota Phoenix Allen, daughter of Jennie Montgomery What do you think you want to be when you grow up? Cosmetologist What is your favorite color? Purple What is your favorite meal and who cooks it for you? My Uma’s Ribs What is your favorite song and why? Xerces by Deftones
Raton PD Police Blotter for March 10th
ARRESTS Kymbra Pacheco (41-Raton) arrest warrant residential burglary x 2 counts, Conspiracy to commit tampering with evidence 2 counts CALLS FOR SERVICE (March 9) Animal call – 1 Disabled- unattended vehicle – 1 Frequent patrol – 3 Guns – 1 Traffic stop – 3 Miscellaneous – 6
Letter to the Editor From G Michael Lopez
Letter to the Editor The recent legislative session in New Mexico produced many bills—some good, some questionable. But one action stood out as particularly troubling. During this session, the legislature approved a proposed constitutional amendment that would provide legislators with an annual salary of roughly $66,000. Considering that the legislature

Grants for Nonprofit Start-Ups Deadline to Apply March 31st
Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures Accelerator Deadline: March 31, 2026 Award Size: Approximately $150,000 grants for nonprofits (startups will be awarded with equity investments). Purpose: To support early-stage nonprofits and startups developing scalable solutions addressing environmental sustainability, health and wellbeing, economic empowerment, and education or workforce development. The program provides funding, mentorship, networking opportunities,

The Gates of Whiteclay is Coming to the Shuler Theater on March 21st
For More than 114 years, this was the place people came to ….. DIE, but a handful of visionary souls had a different idea! Showing at the Shuler Theater in Raton on Saturday, March 21st, from 2:00 to 4:30 pm.
Colfax County Health Council to Meet on March 18th
Here is the Zoom link if you want to attend online – https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89937022243?pwd=6Mi6zaaVFoA1EV8wG4FQheW2KBC6it.1 Below are the Minutes from the meeting on January 14, 2026.

MCMC Miners Outreach Services
Miners Colfax Medical Center is proud to provide outreach and free health screenings for miners across New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. Our mobile outreach unit brings important respiratory and occupational health services directly to communities.If you are a current or former miner for any length of time you qualify for

2026 Ralph R. Solano Memorial Photography Exhibit & Show Drop-Off Deadline March 27th
Call to Artists We are accepting all original photography for our 20th Annual Ralph R. Solano Memorial Photography Exhibit & Show at the Old Pass Gallery, 145 South 1st Street in Raton, New Mexico. Show Schedule March 31 – May 1, 2026 Show hangs on March 30 Drop Off Friday, March