February 2022

Former Chronicle-News editor publishes debut novel

February 10, 2022

— Editor’s note: It was so good to hear from former Chronicle-News Editor Bruce Leonard and learn that he has published the first of what is hoped to be many novels. By his own account, it is onward and upward for this man of many words, who has, with this tome, achieved a lifelong dream. We wish him much success as he continues his “novel adventures” and thank him for checking in and sharing with all of us this refreshingly honest look into his life since leaving Trinidad.

Richard T Baca

February 10, 2022

Richard T Baca known by most as “Chief” passed away unexpectedly in his home on February 6, 2022. He was born August 11th, 1959, in Trinidad Colorado to Richard and Nadine Baca. “Chief” attended Pueblo and Trinidad area schools graduating Trinidad High School in 1979. He loved music, especially Pink Floyd, fly fishing, cooking, playing sports and being outdoors with his family and friends. He met the love of his life Virginia at 8 years old ultimately making her his in 1985. Together they proudly raised 6 children, attended many concerts, and enjoyed taking their children numerous places making memories. “Chief” was so proud of the family he and Virginia created and will be greatly missed.

Melissa Nicole Binder

February 10, 2022

Melissa Nicole Binder (34) of Raton NM passed away on January 30, 2022, in an automobile accident in Trinidad, CO. She is survived by her fiancé Farren Greathouse, her parents Dawn Salyards(Joseph Grantham); Kevin Binder(Lynn); her sister Christina Peterson( Brandon); her stepbrother John Grantham, her beautiful children Ava, Styles and Isabella; her grandparents Willard and Ginger Burch, Theresa Beinemann, Patricia Picard; her niece and nephew Brook and Tanner Justi and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Thomas Robert Valentine

February 10, 2022

Thomas Robert Valentine of Aubrey, Texas passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022 at the age of 89. He was born in Raton, New Mexico on October 15, 1932 to Giacomo Valentine and Amelia (Tomasi) Valentine.

Tigers tumble, Bulldogs rebound, Lady Farmers defeat all comers

February 10, 2022

In the topsy-turvy world of local high school basketball, anything can happen, and it seemed like everything did last week, as some teams suffered shocking losses, others picked up unexpected victories and the best of the best extended their winning streaks.

Scholarships: Trinidad State students can save thousands

February 10, 2022

Trinidad State College tuition is already the lowest around, and nearly all students are eligible to apply for scholarships that can save them even more. “We know one of the biggest challenges for students is how to pay for college, and we’ve come up with many ways to make college more affordable,” said Trinidad State College President Dr.

Local charities top $42.9M in 2021 revenue

February 9, 2022

A report released by the Colorado Secretary of State shows among 21 Las Animas County-based nonprofits some $42.9 million in revenue was reported in 2021 — some 2.5% less than in 2020. The 2021 report on charitable solicitations in Colorado compiles registration documents filed by charities and paid solicitors in Colorado in an effort to “protect the public’s interest in making informed choices when donating to charity.” Colorado’s Charitable Solicitation Act requires charities and paid solicitors that ask for contributions in the state to file registration with the state and for the state to compile an annual report of the data.

February 9, 2022

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency DENVER — On Wednesday, Jan.

In memory of Timothy Sean Garcia

February 9, 2022

You gave no one a last farewell, Nor ever said good-bye. You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why. In our hearts you hold a place No one else can ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didnʼt go alone, for Part of us went with you, The day God took you home. We thank God he made You our brother, while you Were here on earth.

Richard D. Bradley (Rikardo)

February 9, 2022

Happy 5th Birthday in Heaven to a very special angel. That empty void in our hearts can only be filled by you. We miss your smile, your humor, your love. Our only comfort is knowing you are celebrating with God and eating lots of birthday cake. You are and always will be loved & missed.