‘Continuum: Blindfall, First Strike’ Vladem Contemporary Presents Immersive Exhibition By Virgil Ortiz, Eric F. Garcia
NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary presents Continuum: Blindfall, First Strike (Continuum), an immersive exhibition by visionary artists Virgil Ortiz and Eric F. Garcia.
The exhibition explores the enduring spirit of the Pueblo people through a dynamic convergence of clay, painting, fashion, film, and installation, from June 20 through Oct. 18, 2026.
Rooted in the history and legacy of the Pueblo Revolt of 1680—the first successful Indigenous uprising against European colonization in what is now the United States—Continuum reimagines the past as a living Read More
LAHS World Language Students Earn New Mexico Bilingualism-Biliteracy State Seal
Students receiving the bilingual seal for French include (back, left to right) Madalyn Baily, Irina Maiorov, James Thomas, Eric Fenimore; (front, left to right) Noelle Judd,, Matthea Fung, Maddalena Mereghetti and Adia Fortin. (Not pictured: Lance Metcalf)
Emily Xu, Ian Sandborgh, Levi Kuykendall, and Malin Eidenbenz completed requirements for the bilingual seal in German. (Not pictured: Helena Welch)
LAPS News:
Twenty-four Los Alamos High School seniors were recognized at a ceremony for earning the New Mexico Bilingualism-Biliteracy State Seal. This seal will be printed on their Read More
‘Creating A monster’ And The History Of Zozobra
NMDCA News:
“Zozobra: A Fire That Never Goes Out” closes June 7 at New Mexico History Museum and co-curator Hannah Abelbeck will give a final presentation from 2–3:30 p.m., about one of Santa Fe’s favorite traditions.
Zozobra’s emergence is deeply entwined with happenings in 1920s Santa Fe. Join Hannah Abelbeck, co-curator of “Zozobra: A Fire That Never Goes Out,” as she reveals collaborations, historical moments, and folk traditions that inspired Zozobra. In particular, she will dive into how Zozobra was cooked up by Santa Fe artists who wanted to inject a sense of playfulness into things Read More
County To Host Community Meeting On Mesa Trail Improvements June 24
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County invites community members to attend the second community engagement session for the Los Alamos Mesa Trail Rehabilitation Project at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, at Fuller Lodge.
This initiative focuses on creating a safer, more accessible, and welcoming trail experience for users of all abilities. The project will rehabilitate approximately 2,500 linear feet of the Los Alamos Mesa Trail to bring it into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG). Planned improvements include Read More
Commissioner Garcia Richard Seeks Partners For Housing, Economic Development Projects In Albuquerque
NMSLO News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard is seeking partners for affordable housing or other economic development projects on four well-positioned state land parcels located in the Albuquerque metro area to help meet community needs and generate revenue for New Mexico’s public institutions.
The State Land Office has issued a Request for Interest (RFI) to solicit proposals from developers on the best uses of the parcels for long-term leases. Proposals are due to the State Land Office by 5 p.m., Monday, July 6, 2026.
The team has also launched a new web page Read More
New Mexico High Schoolers Explore College Programs Through GEAR UP Bus Tour
Courtesy/NMHED
Courtesy/NMHED
NMHED News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Fifty New Mexico high school students learned about New Mexico registered apprenticeships and other postsecondary credentialing opportunities at the biannual Workforce Development Bus Tour during National Apprenticeship Week late last month.
The bus tour, organized by GEAR UP New Mexico in conjunction with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) and state apprenticeship program managers, gave students the opportunity to visit and learn about some of NMDWS’ 58 registered apprenticeship programs across Read More
Leger Fernández Landmark Bill To Protect Historic Land Grant Communities And Traditional Uses On Federal Lands Advances In House
Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández
U.S. CONGRESS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández secured a major legislative hearing in the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands for her bill to strengthen the relationships between New Mexico land grant-mercedes and the federal government and protect their ability to practice centuries-old traditional uses on federal land. Rep. Leger Fernández and U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) introduced the New Mexico Land Grant-Mercedes Historical or Traditional Use Cooperation and Coordination Act (H.R. 2785) Read More
Seven LAHS Seniors Sign Onto NMSU eSports Team
Jasmine Heft, Philip Smith, Sirena Quezada, Astra Vigil, Alice Thieme, Mars Brunette, and Freddy Broyles are headed to NMSU after successful high school Esports careers. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Seven members of the Los Alamos High School Secret City Esports team signed letters of intent to attend New Mexico State University as members of their Esports team.
Jasmine Heft, Philip Smith, Sirena Quezada, Astra Vigil, Alice Thieme (previous player), Mars Brunette, and Freddy Broyles are headed to NMSU after successful high school Esports careers.
Jasmine was the captain for Marvel Rivals, Read More
Los Alamos Medical Center Names Michael H. Covert As Chief Executive Officer
Michael H. Covert
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) announced that Michael H. Covert, FACHE, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective June 15. Covert will replace Bob Singletary, who has been serving as interim CEO since March.
Covert brings decades of healthcare leadership experience with a strong focus on community access, quality of care, and collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and local partners. He has led hospitals and health systems across the country, helping organizations grow services, strengthen operations and quality, and meet the evolving Read More
County Website Improvements Begin This Month
Screenshot of new County website homepage. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Starting this month, Los Alamos County is rolling out a series of improvements to the County website to make the site the digital hub of County information.
As of May 21, there is a new design for the website with all information categorized under five main topics: Community, Business, Visit, Government, and Services. Over the next couple of months, the pages under those topics will be organized to make it easier to navigate.
The fresh new homepage highlights County news and events, as well as timely information on the strategic Read More
New Documents Added To Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Electronic Public Reading Room On Behalf Of EM-LA
LANL News:
New documents have been added to the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room.
All legacy cleanup documents required to be posted after April 30, 2018, are available on the site linked above.
For legacy cleanup documents that were posted prior to April 30, 2018, please visit the LANL electronic public reading room.
- Approval, Phase II Investigation Report for Threemile Canyon Aggregate Area, Revision 1
https://ext.em-la.doe.gov/GovFTPFiles/api/GetFiles/GetFile?fileName=EMID-704335_NMED_Approve_Threemile_PhII_IR_Rev_1_052026.pdf - Review,
LAPS Board Selects Jovita Mowrer, Christa Saenz For 2026 NMSBA Excellence In Students Achievement Awards
This year’s NMSBA Excellence in Student Achievement Award nominees were recognized at the May School Board meeting. Jovita Mowrer (left) and Christa Saenz (not pictured) were selected as the recipients of the 2026 New Mexico School Boards Association (NMSBA) Excellence in Student Achievement Award. Also pictured are Miel Rim, Michelle Rosette, Ashley Schmiedicke, Courtney Smith, Amanda Ferran, Haley Gayner, Reagan Hall, Rebekah Butcher, Minesh Bacrania and Matthew Bohlen; (front, left to right) Alisa Rolfe, Kim Vo and Michela Ombelli. Courtesy photo
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public Read More
Currier: Voting Shapes NM’s Future—Your Voice Matters
By MISSI CURRIER
President & CEO
New Mexico Oil and Gas Association
Every election cycle brings debates about candidates, policies, and politics. But at its core, voting is about something much bigger: shaping the future of New Mexico and ensuring your voice is heard on the issues that matter most to you, your family, and your community.
Primary elections are now underway across New Mexico, and this year’s races will help determine decisions about our economy, education system, healthcare, infrastructure, public safety, energy policy, and job creation for years to come. Those choices Read More
Ten Los Alamos High School Native American Seniors Recognized At 2026 Sash Ceremony
Ten LAHS Native American students received their 2026 sashes during a Sash Ceremony attended by family, friends, LAPS staff members, tribal representatives and other dignitaries. Pictured with Santa Clara Pueblo/Jicarilla Apache Cris Velarde are Hannah Waldschmidt, Alessandra Valencia, Hailey Duran, Laila Muller, Graeme Martinez, Liliana Griego, James Gurule, Abegail Brown, River Sheppard and Steven Romero. Courtesy/LAPS
Santa Clara Pueblo/Jicarilla Apache Weaver Cris Velarde tells the story of the sash. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Ten Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Native American Read More
Unemployment Insurance Operations Center To Close Monday In Observance Of Memorial Day
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — All New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) offices, including the Unemployment Insurance Operations Center, will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
The Unemployment Insurance Tax & Claims System (www.jobs.state.nm.us) is available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Customer Service Agents in the Unemployment Insurance Operations Center will be available when business hours resume at 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 26. The business hours of the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Operations Center are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Read More
Daily Postcard: Fence Lizard Lives Up To Name
Daily Postcard: A fence lizard lives up to its name on Richard Court in White Rock. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Sacred Space: New Mexico Museum Of Natural History & Science Hosts Astronomy Lecture By Vatican Researcher
Br. Guy J. Consolmagno, S.J.
President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation
Area of Research: Asteroids and Meteorites
NMDCA News:
The community is invited to attend a lecture from Brother Guy Consolmagno, Director Emeritus of the Vatican Observatory, from 6-7:30 p.m. on June 8 at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science.
The lecture, titled “Discarded Worlds: Astronomical ideas that were almost correct”, looks at the long history of ideas about the cosmos—from Ptolemy in Ancient Rome to the 19th century astronomers Schiaparelli and Pickering—that proved to be almost correct. Read More
United Way Northern New Mexico Announces New Executive Director Donna Milanovich
Retiring UWNNM Executive Director Cindy Padilla, left, and incoming Executive Director Donna Milanovich, who has served as the organization’s Director of Corporate & Community Engagement for the last three years, pose for a photo at the annual Appreciation Dinner on May 14 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A crowd gathers for the 2026 Donor Appreciation Dinner held on May 14 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Aamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
The United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) Board of Directors has Read More
McQuiston: The Hill On The Way Down From Los Alamos … How To Save Your Brakes And Your Nerves
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
You’re heading down the truck route or the main hill out of town, the road drops away in front of you, and you can feel the car wanting to pick up speed. So you do what feels natural: you ride the brake the whole way down. By the bottom, there’s a faint burning smell and the pedal feels a little soft. You made it, but something didn’t feel right about how you got there.
If you live in Los Alamos, you make this drive constantly, and the descent is steep enough and long enough that it asks something real of your car. It’s easy to treat it like Read More
County Opens Online Platform For Local Businesses
A screenshot of the Visit Los Alamos homepage. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
In February, Los Alamos County hit the button to make the business and events directories on the Los Alamos County website as well as Visit Los Alamos website go live, providing a platform for local businesses and nonprofits to promote themselves and events at no charge.
Economic Development Project Manager Anita Barela said there are 71 businesses registered on the site, but hopefully more will take advantage of the opportunity.
“We have this great thing for people Read More