El Raton Media Works Receives $1.1 Million from the State of New Mexico
By Sharon Neiderman- The World Journal RATON — Thanks to $1.1 million in legislative capital outlay money, the re-purposing of Raton’s...
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Raton Commissioners hear exciting news about marketing
Geoff Peterson and Jessica Barfield told Raton commissioners about the work they have done on the ExploreRaton.com website and projects...
Facade Improvement Grants Available
Raton Businesses eligible to receive a summer facelift by Brandon Waller RATON — In coordination with Raton Mainstreet, GrowRaton!, and...
Outdoor Recreation Takes Front Seat to Economic Development Efforts
Impact of new CO state park on City of Raton by Brandon Waller RATON — As previously reported in World Journal, plans have been announced...
City Creates COVID Micro-Loan Program: Contribution- Created, Managed and Implemented Loan Program
Raton City Commission to consider small business micro-loans by Sharon Niederman RATON— City of Raton Economic Development Director...
Hemp Processing: A Missed Opportunity
It is easy to celebrate the big wins, but quiet away from stalled projects. The article below from The World Journal highlights a...
$625K In CARES Funds Granted to the City: Contribution Wrote & Managed Grant + Awarding of Funds
Raton awards CARES Act funds by Sharon Niederman RATON — According to Raton director of Economic Development Jessica Barfield, the city...
Zia Youth: Status - Business Match, Made! Subsidized Lease Negotiated, Tenant Established & Open
ZIA Youth seeks empowerment for Raton’s young folks by Sharon Niederman RATON — Not even Jeff McClean can explain how his 1,204 mile walk...
Jessica Named Economic Development Director of Raton, NM
by Brandon Waller - The World Journal RATON — Recognizing the need for the City of Raton to have dedicated resources for Economic...
Co-Brewing & Distilling Facility: Status - Contract Signed, Tenant Occupied & Operations Near Launch
Finding new uses for old buildings or assets is something Jess enjoys and it shows through her record of bringing unique, innovative...
In Development: Ramel Family Farms Wins Raton RFP
The article below from KRTN Radio explains the intricate details of the Ramel Farms Construct-to-Suit project. Jess was the Economic...
Cricket Farm & Comm. Greenhouse Project: Status- Business Recruited, PPA Signed, Limited Operations
Ramel Family Farms choosing Raton, NM was no coincidence, it was a successful match made by Jess. One of the Farms' owners, Kayvan, was...
Bringing Film to Rural New Mexico: Status- School Obtained, EDA Grant & Restoration Pending
Bringing film to rural New Mexico is a passion project with the possibility of impacting the future of Northern New Mexico. Through her...
Run to Raton a Resounding Success
Run To Raton a resounding success by Colette M. Armijo Miss Run to Raton 2017 was Jenny Baca Mills, who is a Raton High School graduate...
Raton lays the foundation today for a sustainable future
October 19, 2016 by Colette M. Armijo Jessica Barfield, associate director of distance education; Liz La France, sustainability partner;...
Sisters blossom at the Enchanted Grounds café in Raton
Sisters blossom at the Enchanted Grounds café in Raton RATON — Jessica Barfield and Katie Feldman are sisters who have teamed up to...
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