Carol A. Clark

FBI: Navajo Man Gets Nine Years In Prison For Murder

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE, — Simeon Atcitty, 38, of Shiprock was sentenced Sept. 10 in Federal Court to nine years in prison for second degree murder in Indian Country. Atcitty pleaded guilty April 8.

According to his plea agreement, June 19, 2020, Atcitty became angry with the victim, identified on court records as John Doe, and began striking John Doe in the head and chest until he was seriously injured.

Atcitty continued to strike the victim until he was no longer moving. Atcitty then wrapped John Doe’s body and left the home.

Law enforcement discovered John Doe’s body about a week later. The killing Read More

Heinrich Opens Hearing On Electrifying Homes, Buildings

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Vice Chair of the Joint Economic Committee (JEC), delivered remarks to open the hearing, “Examining the Economic Benefits of Electrifying America’s Homes and Buildings.”

VIDEO: Heinrich Opens Hearing On Economic Benefits Of Electrifying Homes, Buildings [HD DOWNLOAD LINK HERE]

A full recap, including witness testimony, will be released at the conclusion of the hearing.

Sen. Heinrich’s opening remarks as prepared for delivery:

This hearing will come to order.

Thank you, Chairman Read More

Rotary President Morris Presents Award To Phil Dabney

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Rotary Club of Los Alamos President Oliver Morris, left, presents Rotary Past President Phil Dabney with his fourth Paul Harris Fellow pin at a recent meeting of the Club. The Paul Harris Fellow pin acknowledges the generosity of Rotarians and Rotary supporters. The round gold pin features a profile of Rotary founder Paul Harris. Gemstones are added to the pin each time a Rotarian or a friend of Rotary donates $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation. The donations support focus areas in basic education and literacy; clean water and sanitation; disease prevention (especially the eradication of polio); Read More

Work On San Ildefonso Road And Camino Durasnilla Friday

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SUNRISE UTILITIES News:

Starting Friday, Sept. 24, Sunrise Utilities crews will start to work close to the intersection of San Ildefonso Road and Camino Durasnilla.

The crews will repair a conduit between San Ildefonso Road and Camino Durasnilla and run a new coax line there.

A single lane closure will take place on the south lane from Ildefonso Road. Crews will be working on this south lane. It is expected that work will occur 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and be completed that day.

Motorists are urged to exercise caution when driving near this construction zone.

Direct questions regarding this work to the Read More

Los Alamos History Museum Hosts Yard Sale Fundraiser At Oppenheimer House On Bathtub Row Saturday Sept. 25

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An archived photo of the Oppenheimer House on Bathtub Row with a dusting of snow. Courtesy/LAHS

 

COMMUNITY News:

The Los Alamos History Museum is hosting a fundraising yard sale and silent auction 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25 at the Oppenheimer House on Bathtub Row.

The community is invited to attend this event being held to assist in raising funds for much needed repairs to the historic Oppenheimer House and to open its doors to the public.

The Oppenheimer House is on the corner of Peach Street and Bathtub Row, next to the Bethe House and just east of Oppenheimer Place and west of Bathtub

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LANL Director Issues Memo Detailing Latest Update On Mandatory Vaccination Exemptions And Deadlines

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LANL Director Thom Mason

Staff Report

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Director Thom Mason issued the following memo dated Monday, Sept. 20, 2021 to employees detailing the latest update on mandatory vaccination exemptions and deadlines:

To: LANL All

From: Thom Mason, DIR, A100

Date: September 20, 2021

Subject:  Update on Mandatory Vaccination Exemptions and Deadlines

Since I announced the vaccination mandate, about 1,000 additional employees and contractors have received vaccination or submitted a copy of their vaccination card. This is very encouraging, and I thank each of Read More

New Mexico COVID-19 Sept. 22 Update: 719 New Cases, Totaling 247,353 With 19 New Deaths And 216,688 Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced 719 new COVID-19 cases today in New Mexico.

Los Alamos County reports 1 new case today bringing the total to 646 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)

This update includes 19 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are: 

  • 212 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 51 new cases in Chaves County
  • 14 new cases in Cibola County
  • 13 new cases
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Topper Volleyball Sweeps Capitol Tuesday Night

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Playing in the libero position, Bri Nieto digs a serve in the 1st set. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Solenne Thelliez spikes the ball past Jaguar defender Sofia Cintron in the 3rd set. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

By MIKE COTE
Sports

On the road Tuesday, Los Alamos’ volleyball team picked up a sweep against a former district rival.

Los Alamos’ offensive weapons proved to be too much for the Capital Jaguars at Edward Ortiz Gymnasium, even with the Hilltopper service-return game scrambling for much of the night. The Hilltoppers picked up a 25-17, 25-20, 25-15 win.

That match was Read More