Raton City Pulse

New Mexico restores a toll-free hotline on July 1 for reporting abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with intellectual and developmental...

The afternoon session recording of the Raton City Council budget meeting cannot be accessed due to a 403 error.

Primary Election Day

• 🔥 Polls Open Today: New Mexico primary election polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on June 2, marking the state's first...

• Polls opened statewide at 7 a.m. and closed at 7 p.m. on June 2
• This marked New Mexico’s first semi-open primary, letting independents participate...

• Presbyterian ends most Medicare Advantage plans in 2027, affecting 30,000 New Mexico members who must find new coverage
• About 150 health plan and...

An elected New Mexico official is reportedly collecting two lucrative government paychecks. No details on local Raton or Colfax County ties appear in the report.

New Mexico's expanded Health Professional Loan Repayment Program now offers physicians up to $75,000 annually for four years—totaling $300,000—in...

This Arizona National Guard marksmanship event at the NRA Whittington Center falls outside Raton's local focus on government, politics, safety, and economic developments.

Rural hospital funding bill would extend cost-based Medicare reimbursements for five years to help small facilities stay open and deliver emergency care. This targets hospitals too large for critical access status but still struggling financially.

Weather Alerts

• ⚡ Severe Thunderstorm Threat: Severe thunderstorm threat continues today for parts of Eastern New Mexico including spots around...

Raton High School's Class of 2026 marked a proud local milestone as 44 seniors received their diplomas during the graduation ceremony streamed live...

Raton has entered the high-speed fiber era with installations across most areas.

• Bacavalley leads with fiber from Canyon Road south to MCMC, west...

New Mexico has no single statewide home kennel law — rules come from city, county, and sometimes HOA codes.

• Dog limits typically start at 2–4...

Healthcare hiring is strong in Raton with local and travel roles available.

• Certified Nurse Aide: Part-time at Ambercare for $18/hour
• Caregiver:...

Severe thunderstorm risk continues today for areas around Raton, though the threat zone is smaller than yesterday. Residents should stay alert for updates as conditions develop.

New Mexico's new $100,000 planning grant will train young adults as peer health navigators for placement in schools statewide, creating both mental...

City Council Updates

• 🔥 May 19 City Council Meeting: Video recording of the May 19, 2026 City Council meeting is available, covering roll call,...

Raton residents can connect with community service by attending the Raton Rotary Club every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. at K-Bob's, 1228 S. 2nd St....

Raton residents should prepare for cooler air arriving overnight and possible thunderstorms with gusty winds Friday as the cold front passes through. Watch for large hail, lightning, and strong gusts under a marginal severe weather risk.

The full recording of the May 20 2026 Raton City Council regular meeting is now online for residents to review proceedings and decisions at their convenience.