Carol A. Clark

Candidates For UNM-LA Advisory Board Make Their Case

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By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com

This is part two of coverage of the League of Women Voters of Los Alamos (LWV) Candidate Forum held Wednesday, Oct. 6 via Zoom. It covers UNM-LA Advisory Board positions. Read the part one focused on school board candidates here.

Voters registered in Los Alamos County may vote for one candidate for each position on the UNM-LA Advisory Board.

Alissa Grissom and Chris Luchini are running for Position 1.

Grissom said she has 10 years experience as an instructor on the university level and teaches at UNM-LA. Her first priority is first Read More

Chart 516: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Oct. 8

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The lines in this chart show the seven-day average number of daily COVID-19 diagnoses per 100,000 people versus date,  nationwide, statewide and countywide. The table compares the average number of daily diagnoses per 100,000 people since the start of the pandemic (March 2020) with the corresponding figures for the past week. Los Alamos County had a record number of 54 cases this week, and for the first time, the daily number of diagnoses in the county exceeds both the national average and the state average. Sources: New York Times and New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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Walk-ins Welcome At Pfizer Booster Vaccine Clinic Sunday

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County and the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) will hold a vaccine clinic to administer a single Pfizer booster (third dose) for select populations who received the Pfizer vaccine as their primary series (first two doses). 

Note: Walk-ins are welcome and everyone must bring their insurance card. 

The clinic is 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10 at the Auxiliary Gymnasium at Los Alamos High School.

According to the Sept. 24 recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and the Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (CDC/ACIP) on the Read More

Juvenile Detained On Suspicion Of DWI At 3-Vehicle Crash

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The scene around noon today of Los Alamos police and fire department personnel responding to a traffic accident that involved three vehicles on Trinity Drive near the Justice Center. Sgt. Chris Ross told the Los Alamos Daily Post that the accident is still under investigation, adding that those involved were treated at the scene and released and a male juvenile was detained on suspicion of DWI. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos police and fire personnel at the scene of a traffic accident involving three vehicles around noon today on Trinity Drive. Those involved were treated Read More

Letter To The Editor: Why I Support Antonio Jaurigue

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By MICHELANGELO LOBATO
Parent

My name is Michelangelo Lobato and I am writing this letter to express my support for school board candidate, Antonio Jaurigue.

I have known Tony for the past six years and have always been impressed with his positive attitude and willingness to lend a hand when Chamisa was in need of volunteers.

Tony helped run the Chamisa Robotics Team and I saw first hand what a great leader and role model Tony is for our children. When the Robotic Cheetahs were in need of a functional robotics competition table, Tony took it upon himself to research and build a very sturdy, well-manufactured Read More

LWV School & College Board Candidate Forum Draws Crowd

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County Clerk Naomi Maestas presents details on the 24-hour ballot drop box placed at Mesa Public Library. For security, cameras are trained on the box at all times, day or night, she said. Screenshot/LAPD

By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com

The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos (LWV) presented a Candidate Forum for Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board and UNM-LA Advisory Board Wednesday, Oct. 6 via Zoom.

A hundred people had registered for the forum and during the course of the evening, more than 80 people logged on to watch it. Felicia Orth of the League served Read More

Senior Centers Closed On Indigenous People’s Day Monday

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The dream catcher, seen here, was made by LARSO member, Florence Riebe. She can be found at the annual Festival of Trees, Nov. 13 at the Betty Ehart Senior Center in Los Alamos. Courtesy/LARSO

COMMUNITY News:

The Betty Ehart Senior Center in Los Alamos and the White Rock Senior Center will be closed Monday, Oct. 11, in honor of Indigenous People’s Day.

The Centers will resume normal hours of operation Tuesday, Oct. 12. Read More

Atomic City Transit Route 2M (Main Hill) Will Not Operate Oct. 8 Beginning At 11:30 A.M. And Resumes Regular Service Oct. 11

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COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit (ACT) will not operate Route 2M (Main Hill) beginning at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8 through the remainder of the day due to a staffing shortage.

Riders should plan to use Route 2T (Truck Route), which will continue to operate its regular schedule until 6:58 p.m.

Route 2M service will resume Monday, Oct. 11.

Direct questions to ACT at 661-RIDE (7433) or use the ACTracker to locate bus routes in real-time. For the specific route service schedules, click here. Read More

Topper Girls Soccer Beats Moriarty 5-1

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Mika Stanfield sends the ball down field after a save. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Jennie Gao and Olivia Bell high-five after Bell’s goal. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos High School girls soccer team began district play Tuesday with a strong performance beating Moriarty 5-1. Crisp passing and solid defense were key to the victory.

Topper defenders Katie Osburn, Kyla Petersen, Meredith Brown, Jennie Gao and Paetyn Miller performed well. Strong midfield play from Laila Carter, Olivia Bell, Aaliyah Walker and McKenzie Echave was the difference Read More

Los Alamos County Updates Community On Vaccine And Testing Locations And Resources  

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COUNTY News:

With many local COVID resources changing hours and services to better accommodate the most common requests from the public, Los Alamos County felt it important to update the public with the latest options and locations for COVID testing and vaccines.

COVID-19 TESTING LOCATIONS  

Anyone who needs to be tested for COVID-19, the following resources are available:

Curative Shallow Nasal Swab Testing in Los Alamos

Register first: Visit the Curative website at https://curative.com to schedule a date and time.

Testing Dates & Times: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday Read More