Eye On Columbus, NM

Eye On Columbus, NM A true American story called Columbus, New Mexico. Established in 1891. In short, the last time the Continental U.S.

EYE ON COLUMBUS
by BigAddison - Resident reporter

Hidden in plain sight at the prophetic
intersection of Interstates 9/11, lies the
Historical Village of Columbus, New Mexico

Where Pancho Villa Made His Mark

Where the Wild Wild West is STILL Wild! Hidden in plain sight at the seemingly prophetic intersection of Interstates 9/11, lies a historical little town nestled firmly in the footprints

left by the dramatic events that transformed the United States at the Turn Of The 19th Century. Nine out of ten people will recognize the name of our most famed figure, Pancho Villa, but few will know who he is, or how his name made history. was invaded by a foreign army prior to the Sept 11th, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, was the March 10th, 1916 raid on Columbus by Pancho Villa. (Columbus was the largest city in New Mexico at the time.) The official military response by the United States Army further marked Columbus a place of transition. It's where the soldiers in what's recognized as "The Last Ride Of The United States Calvary" witnessed the first military use of mechanized transportation, and tank divisions. (Led by a young George Patton) Those Calvary men also saw the maiden flight of the newly formed 1st Aero Squadron, (To become the U.S. Air Force) featuring the "Jenny" airplane made infamous by its upside-down image misprinted on what is now the world most prized and valuable postage stamp. C'mon America, join us in rediscovering Columbus, we're anxious to meet you and share our Southwestern hospitality, fresh air, clean water, healing weather, and our inspiring desert twilight hour. Come visit our lazy little village, where many of the citizens might tell you is the "Center of the Universe", a vortex of a sort, a place in the wilderness where the past and the future mix to bring alive each new day on the border of the Land of Enchantment.

06/04/2026
Picked up Phil (from Virginia) at eh El Paso airport, brought him to the Hole-Tel where he set up his bike and the next ...
06/04/2026

Picked up Phil (from Virginia) at eh El Paso airport, brought him to the Hole-Tel where he set up his bike and the next morning I escorted out to the GDMBR route to Hachita.

RIDE ON PHIL!

Start, finish, or layover on your quest in comfort and convenience at the Hole in the Wall Getaway Biking and Hiking Hole-Tel at the Southern Terminus in Columbus, New Mexico
https://www.holeinthewallgetaway.com/bikershikers.htm

Matt & Doug Start From Columbus, NMStart, finish, or layover on your quest in comfort and convenience at the Hole in the...
06/04/2026

Matt & Doug Start From Columbus, NM

Start, finish, or layover on your quest in comfort and convenience at the Hole in the Wall Getaway Biking and Hiking Hole-Tel at the Southern Terminus in Columbus, New Mexico
https://www.holeinthewallgetaway.com/bikershikers.htm

Lee takes on the GDMBR from Columbus, NM! Lee is from Ireland. We shuttled him from El Paso Airport to Columbus and he c...
06/04/2026

Lee takes on the GDMBR from Columbus, NM! Lee is from Ireland. We shuttled him from El Paso Airport to Columbus and he chose to camp on my campsite, set-up his bike, and head out in the morning from the Hole-Tel. RIDE ON LEE!

Start, finish, or layover on your quest in comfort and convenience at the Hole in the Wall Getaway Biking and Hiking Hole-Tel at the Southern Terminus in Columbus, New Mexico
https://www.holeinthewallgetaway.com/bikershikers.htm

Any chance we can keep the basin full and call it "Columbus Lake"?
06/04/2026

Any chance we can keep the basin full and call it "Columbus Lake"?

Phase 3 ribbon cutting marks progress on $30 million flood mitigation project protecting Columbus Port of Entry, Luna County and surrounding border communities COLUMBUS, N.M. (June 2, 2026) — A major flood mitigation project in southern New Mexico has reached a key construction milestone with the ...

What's that buzzing noise?
05/31/2026

What's that buzzing noise?

People in southeast New Mexico are concerned about a data center that will add 10 million tons of carbon emissions to the air.

05/29/2026

It's not like there's a million available trails around us to pick from. Oh wait, there IS about a million other trails to pick from!!!

Sing along errbody "Taking Care of Business Everyday!"
05/29/2026

Sing along errbody "Taking Care of Business Everyday!"

📢 BUSINESS LICENSE NOTICE – VILLAGE OF COLUMBUS

The Village of Columbus would like to remind all businesses and contractors operating within Village limits that a current business license is required.

✅ Annual Business License Fee: $35 per year

Licenses are available at Columbus City Hall during regular business hours:

🕒 Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Lunch Hour Open)
🕒 Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 Noon

Your cooperation helps us maintain accurate records and continue providing services to our residents, visitors, and local business community.

For questions or assistance, please contact Columbus City Hall.

❤️ Thank you for supporting Columbus, New Mexico!
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📢 AVISO DE LICENCIA COMERCIAL – VILLA DE COLUMBUS

La Villa de Columbus desea recordar a todos los negocios y contratistas que operan dentro de los límites de la Villa que se requiere una licencia comercial vigente.

✅ Costo anual de la licencia comercial: $35 por año

Las licencias están disponibles en el Ayuntamiento de Columbus (Columbus City Hall) durante el horario regular de oficina:

🕒 Lunes a Jueves: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Abierto durante la hora de comida)
🕒 Viernes: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (mediodía)

Su cooperación nos ayuda a mantener registros precisos y continuar brindando servicios a nuestros residentes, visitantes y comunidad comercial local.

Para preguntas o asistencia, comuníquese con Columbus City Hall.

❤️ ¡Gracias por apoyar a Columbus, Nuevo México!

Address

363 West Orlin Street
Columbus, NM
88029

Website

https://www.holeinthewallgetaway.com/, http://www

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