It is with deep sorrow and profound faith that we announce the peaceful passing of John D. Vigil of Aguilar, Colorado. Surrounded by his loving family and friends, John was called home to the Lord in Fort Collins, Colorado on May 17, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on…
Posts published in May 2026
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media The Raton City Commission convened a special meeting to continue work on the FY27 budget which found the city with over a $300,000 deficit that the commission will have to look for cuts to balance the budget. Last year the commission was fortunate enough to…
By Robby Armijo Raton Baseball Head Coach The Raton Tigers baseball team wrapped up a memorable 2026 season with a 12-13 overall record, a third-place finish in district play, and a playoff victory that showcased the heart and determination of the program. After battling through a competitive regular season filled…
Obituary Frances Sanchez Born May 11th, 1942 Frances was a source of love, compassion and strength. She left us on March 23rd, 2026. She lived on the family farm outside of town and went to school in Clayton, New Mexico. In her later years she moved to Colorado to be…
AGENDA CITY OF RATON REGULAR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Thursday, May 21st, 2026-6:00 PM Raton City Commission Chambers Savage Avenue, Raton, New Mexico Call to Order. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum. Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag. Items from Citizens’ Present. Deliberate and Act on the approval…
AGENDA SPECIAL WATER BOARD MEETING IN LIEU OF REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 224 SAVAGE AVENUE Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes of April 21, 2026, Water Board Meeting 1. Budget Workshop 2. Consideration of Resolution 2026-03 for Records Destruction 3.…
Keith Scott Medina was born on June 19th, 1974, in Raton New Mexico. Keith passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on May 6th, 2026 at Parkview Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado at the age of 51. He was a beloved son of Orlando and Marleen Medina. Keith was preceded in death by…
A special meeting of the City Commission of the City of Raton will be held on May 20, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. to hold a workshop to discuss the FY27 Budget. A quorum of the Commission will be present, and this meeting is open to the public pursuant to the…









