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Raton, New Mexico Patch AM: a 4 min readHey there, Raton! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How will Colfax County’s budget priorities take shape in Raton?
- How every dollar of Raton’s taxes actually gets spent this year
Also on today's calendar: NEA Big Read - Walk, Read, Play.
Today's riddle: What has 3 feet, but can not walk... 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 58 and low of 39 degrees.
- Monday: Sunny and pleasantly warm, temps: high: 76, low: 49.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 79 and low of 44 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Colfax County Board of Commissioners Budget Workshop Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Following Regular Commission Meeting (krtnradio.com) — Colfax County residents can attend a budget workshop on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, immediately following the regular commission meeting at the Colfax County Building in Raton. The county offers accessibility accommodations and can provide agendas and documents in alternative formats if you contact the County Manager’s Office in advance. 
• Limited Income Limits Expenses (krtnradio.com) — Raton’s budget relies heavily on gross receipts tax, with the local rate rising to 8.675% on July 1 and the city ultimately keeping just over 4%. City officials explain how GRT, property tax, lodgers’ tax, grants, and state funds support police, fire, streets, parks, and other services, and why limited income forces tough choices on projects and staffing.
📸 Around Raton
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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NEA Big Read - Climax Canyon Nature Hike: Live and Let Live: Co-Exist with Cougars and Bears! →
Arthur Johnson Memorial Library, 244 Cook Ave, Raton
1:00 pm
Saturday May 16
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Other local events
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NEA Big Read - Walk, Read, Play →
Arthur Johnson Memorial Library, 244 Cook Ave, Raton
1:00 pm -
NEA Big Read - Film & Media Camp: Storytelling Through the Lens →
El Raton Media Works, 800 S 3rd St, Raton
1:00 pm
Saturday May 30
Monday June 8
📣 Raton Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Pursuit of Happiness: GI Bill in Taos →
Harwood Museum of Art, 238 Ledoux St, Taos
9:00 am -
10am Chair Yoga →
Red River Community House, 116 E Main St, Red River
10:00 am -
$5 Beer Tuesday →
DALEEE KTAOS, 9 NM-150, Taos
4:00 pm -
Family Music — Twirl Taos →
Twirl, 229 A, 225 Cam De La Placita, Taos
11:00 am -
Angel Fire Bike Park | Opening Day! →
Angel Fire Bike Park, 10 Miller Ln, Angel Fire
9:00 am -
STEAM Play at Questa Public Library — Twirl Taos →
Questa Public Library, 6 1/2 Municipal Park Rd, Questa
1:00 pm -
PlayLabz at Twirl — Twirl Taos →
Twirl, 229 A, 225 Cam De La Placita, Taos
11:00 am -
Desert Dwellers →
Taos Taproom, 201 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos
7:00 pm -
Taos Desert Spring Market Festival →
Taos Plaza, N Plaza, Taos
10:00 am
Sunday May 10
Tuesday May 12
Wednesday May 13
Friday May 15
Friday May 22
Saturday May 23
Sunday May 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Join us for Raton High School’s Science Share-a-thon on May 13, 2026, at the RHS Gymnasium!
Students will showcase exciting science demonstrations. Families are encouraged to attend and support our young scientists. Open to the public from 9… (Nextdoor Raton)
- McDonald's Restaurants posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Raton. Apply here.
- Domino's Pizza, Inc. posted a job opening for Delivery Driver Store (09308) in Raton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Raton here.
🗞 Nearby News
Taos
- Up close and spectacular (taosnews.com)
- Summer's on its way — Albuquerque returns to 90-degree heat (abqjournal.com)
- A Reflection on Sophomore Year: Side Quests and Slumps (thecatalystnews.com)
Las Vegas
- NMHU men's basketball coach says he is in limbo at the school (krqe.com)
- Big Art, Hidden Vault, and More Tales from a Storied Strip of New Mexico Highway (southwestcontemporary.com)
- Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses immigration policy and land protection on social media (newmexicosun.com)
Ok Raton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A yard Stick... (Thank you Dan S. for sending it in!)
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