This Week In Sports: April 8-11, 2026
SPORTS News:
This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers Girls and Boys Softball and Baseball, Track and Field and Tennis teams have games and meets at home and away.
Los Alamos High School Hilltopper games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team of John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.
April 8 Wednesday
- Softball vs Pojoaque Away – 4 p.m.
- Baseball vs Pojoaque Away – 4 p.m.
- Girls Tennis vs St. Mike’s (Mesa) Home – 3 p.m.
April 10 Friday
- Girls/Boys Track and Field at Cleveland Storm Relay – 3 p.m.
April 11 Saturday
- Softball vs Española Home – 10 a.m.
- Softball vs Española Home – 12 p.m.
A Handsome Moth Visits Western Area Home
Attention-getting sites occur in the Western Area of Los Alamos, such as this lepidoptera moth seen flying by a pond. It is outside of a home and has a wingspan of about three feet. Photo by Robert Dryja Read More
High School Students From Across Nation To Compete In Poetry Out Loud National Finals
ART News:
WASHINGTON, D.C.—After months of competitions in classrooms and communities nationwide, the 2026 Poetry Out Loud National Finals will take place April 28–29 in Washington, DC.
Reciting poetry from an anthology that celebrates historic American voices in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary, state and jurisdictional champions will compete for the national champion title and a $20,000 cash prize.
Poetry Out Loud is a dynamic poetry recitation competition for high school students that is designed to improve public speaking skills, build confidence, and teach about literary Read More
Video: Councilor David Reagor Discusses Broadband Project
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor discusses the County’s broadband project during a visit to the newsroom this week at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Obituary: Christopher (Chris) Gallegos July 17, 1949 – Feb. 21, 2026
CHRISTOPHER GALLEGOS July 17, 1949 – Feb. 21, 2026
The family of Christopher (Chris) Gallegos will celebrate his life and patriotism to country with a service at noon, April 16. The Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish will host the service. His family will host a small reception prior to the funeral at 10:30 a.m., at the Betty Ehart Senior Center, 1001 Bath Tub Row.
The burial with full military honors will take place following the service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2 p.m.
Chris was born July 17. 1949 and left this Earth far too soon Feb. 21, 2026, after a brief bout with pneumonia.
Chris was born Read More
Daily Postcard: View Of El Santuario de Chimayó
Daily Postcard: The view during a visit to the El Santuario de Chimayó. Photo by Shari Mills Read More
Obituary: Timoteo ‘Tim’ P. L’Esperance Sept. 25, 1967 – March 27, 2026
TIMOTEO ‘TIM’ P. L’ESPERANCE Sept. 25, 1967 – March 27, 2026
Timoteo “Tim” P. L’Esperance, 58, passed away on March 27, 2026, following a long and admirable fight against cancer.
Tim was a remarkable father, husband, brother, and friend. Remaining to remember him are his loving wife of 31 years, Denise L’Esperance; his children, Timoteo J. L’Esperance and Julia L’Esperance; his daughter-in-law, Sierra L’Esperance; his mother, Velma L’Esperance; his siblings, Celina Trujillo, Manuel L’Esperance, Christina Jay, Catalina Sander, Carolina Nishimoto, Jennifer Beadle and Cheryl Atma; Read More
La Acequia, Nuestra Madre: Art And history Of New Mexican Waterways Opens May 2 At Millicent Rogers Museum
Erin Currier. Courtesy/Artist Steve Chavez
Tres Graces de La Acequia (After Picasso) Mixed media collage, acrylic on panel. Photo by Erin Currier
Millicent Rogers Museum:
The Millicent Rogers Museum is proud to present La Acequia, Nuestra Madre: Art and history of New Mexican waterways. Co-curated by artist Toby Morfin and Claire Pelaez Motsinger, this exhibition explores the rich topic of water stewardship through the work of contemporary artists of New Mexico, many of whom have parallel working practices in art making and care of the land.
Rooted in the Indigenous practices of gathering Read More
Obituary: Richard Rolston Sept. 23, 1960 – March 27, 2026
RICHARD ROLSTON September 23, 1960 – March 27, 2026
Richard Rolston, 65, passed away March 27, 2026 after a battle with cancer.
Richard was born September 23, 1960 in La Mesa, California to Frank and Pat Rolston. He was raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He was one of five siblings- Dan (deceased), Tom, Doris (Phil) Logan and Mary. He also leaves behind his nieces Kate, McKenzie and Jazmine, nephews Aaron and Alex, and many beloved cousins.
Richard worked at Smith’s meat department for 10 years. He had a special bond with animals and pets were always drawn to him. Dick loved fishing, had a passion Read More
New Mexico Forestry Division Hot Tip: Pack your go bag
NMFD News:
No one wants to have to evacuate. But the state has already seen wildfires force evacuations this year—and it’s not even May.
The good news: Packing up your go bag is pretty simple, and it takes just a weekend afternoon to gather what you need.
Start with the bag itself: Find a duffel or other large-ish-sized bag that you can keep in a closet or somewhere it’s readily accessible.
Next, pack anything you might need for three nights at an evacuation shelter (or family member’s home). Think: clothes, prescriptions and toiletries. Make copies of important papers like Read More
County Council To Meet In Regular Session April 7
COUNTY News:Heinrich, Lee Introduce Legislation Help Schools Re-Envision & Build Vibrant Outdoor Learning Spaces
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and a former outdoor educator, and U.S. Rep. Summer Lee (D-Pa.) introduced the Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act, bicameral legislation to help schools in New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and nationwide transform schoolyards into vibrant, nature-rich spaces for learning, play, and community use.
For many kids, the closest outdoor space is an asphalt schoolyard—offering little opportunity for safe play, shade, or connection to nature. Read More
Donors Needed To Spring Into Action And Give Blood—Two Los Alamos Locations Available Next Week
VITALANT News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Every two seconds, a patient in the U.S. relies on a ready blood supply to provide lifesaving medical care. This April, nonprofit Vitalant urges all who are eligible to spring into action and give blood to keep up with the constant need. Donors who give with Vitalant April 6-30 will automatically be entered to win one of two $10,000 prepaid gift cards in the Groceries for a Year Giveaway.*
Donors of all types are needed to help patients of all blood types. The need is greatest for type O, the most transfused and most compatible when there’s no time to test a patient’s blood Read More
County Hosts Spring DEA Drug Take Back Day April 25
COUNTY News:
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the Los Alamos Police Department will be participating in The DEA Drug Take Back Day. The event will be held from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in The North Parking Lot (off Central Avenue) of the Los Alamos Police Department. Please follow the posted signs and drive through, to the take back boxes. Please dispose of any trash or empty bottles before dropping off. Labels on bottles do not have to be removed, however if you prefer to remove them, please do so beforehand.
For this event, we will have supplies available to assist the community in disposal of liquids and creams, Read More
Rooted In New Mexico, Bueno Foods Continues To Support Communities Across State
COMMUNITY News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Bueno Foods is continuing its long-standing commitment of supporting the community it proudly calls home with a donation valued at $100,000 in food products in 2025. Supporting local families, food banks and community organizations across New Mexico, Bueno Foods plans to continue its support in 2026. As the company approaches its 75th anniversary, it remains committed to strengthening the communities that have supported the brand for generations.
“Our responsibility extends beyond our food products,” said Gene Baca, president of Bueno Foods. “When families Read More
Landscape To Lens—Explore How Sandia Mountains Shape Abstract Film Of Adrian Pijoan
NMA News:
New Mexico Arts invites the public to an artist talk and new film project debut with New Mexico Arts 2026 Artist in Residence Adrian Pijoan 2–3:30 p.m., Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Sandia Mountain Natural History Center.
Join New Mexico Arts (NMA) for a free, in-person presentation with NMA 2026 Artist-in-Residence, Adrian Pijoan. Pijoan, an artist and filmmaker based in Albuquerque, has been in residence at the site since March 6, 2026.
Pijoan is a Mexican American interdisciplinary artist and filmmaker who creates video art, narrative film, and installations exploring non-human Read More
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Three Local Dining Locations Close For Easter Weekend
BUSINESS News:
Pig & Fig, Sugar & Cream, and Beef & Leaf will be closed Saturday, April 4–Monday, April 6 so that our employees can enjoy Easter weekend with their family and loved ones!
Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we wish you a Happy Easter! Read More
Dannemann: Making New Mexicans Healthier
By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
© 2026 by Merilee Dannemann
The president’s nominee for Surgeon General of the United States, questioned by a Senate committee, was asked about her views on vaccines and birth control medications. She gave similar responses on both issues. She said both vaccines and contraceptive medications have side effects that may affect some people more than others, and patients or parents should have in-depth conversations with their doctors.
The nominee is Dr. Casey Means. This interview was in late February. As of the date I’m writing this, her nomination Read More
New Transformer Installation In White Rock After Failure
New power substation being installed at the intersection of SR4 and Monte Rey Drive South. More information from the County can be found here. The wires at the top right go about a half mile to the Lab’s main line that crosses the Rio Grande south of here and into the Lab west of White Rock. Photo by Bob Reedy Read More