Carol A. Clark

IHM To Host Eucharistic Procession To Ashley Pond Park

Scene from the Eucharistic Procession crossing Central Avenue on its way to Ashley Pond Park on the Feast of Corpus Christi in 2025. Courtesy/IHM

Scene from Benediction at an Altar of Adoration at Ashley Pond Park during the Feast of Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession event in 2025. Courtesy/IHM  

IHM Community News:

The Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (IHM) will host its third annual Eucharistic Procession on the Feast of Corpus Christi to be held this year on Sunday, June 7.

The procession will begin at IHM at 3700 Canyon Road immediately following the 9 a.m. Mass, proceed up Canyon Read More

Chamber Of Commerce Announces ChamberFest June 6

LACOC News:

It’s time for ChamberFest 2026! The event will run from 10 a.m.–1 p.m., June 6 in White Rock and in Los Alamos! It will be a year to beat with new things and outreach to connect to all members in and around the community.

There are also other fun events in Los Alamos, including the mosaic project, and the bag book sale by the Friends of Los Alamos Library at the Mesa Library. Plus, after ChamberFest, you can head up to Pajarito Mountain for Summerfest (https://www.pajarito.ski/)!

ChamberFest is one of many benefits to all Chamber of Commerce members. It is a low-cost showcase, (free this Read More

Los Alamos Makers Announces Introductory Creative Technology Workshop Series Open To Public

Examples of products created using the tools and techniques taught during the Los Alamos Makers Creative Workshop series. Courtesy photo

Examples of products created using the tools and techniques taught during the Los Alamos Makers Creative Workshop series. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Los Alamos Makers is announcing a series of introductory creative technology workshops designed to help community members, makers, artists, entrepreneurs, and Creative Workforce Development cohort members gain hands-on familiarity with digital design and fabrication tools.

The workshop series Read More

Alzheimer’s Association Encourages New Mexicans To Take Charge Of Their Brain Health

HEALTHCARE News:

During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month this June, the Alzheimer’s Association is calling on people across New Mexico to take charge of their brain health and learn how healthy habits and early detection can make a meaningful difference.

In New Mexico, 46,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and 68,000 family members and friends provide unpaid care. As the population ages, those numbers are expected to grow, underscoring the importance of brain health education and early detection in local communities.

Despite growing awareness of Alzheimer’s, a significant Read More

LAYSL Launches Important New Fundraising Campaign

From Los Alamos Youth Soccer League:

The Los Alamos Youth Soccer League is excited to announce a new fundraising campaign aimed at improving our soccer fields and supporting the hundreds of local kids who play each year.

Right now, our volunteer coaches spend hours every week painting field lines by hand so our athletes have a safe and enjoyable place to play. While we’re grateful for their dedication, we’d love to give them more time to focus on what matters most: coaching and developing our players.

We’re raising funds to purchase professional field painting equipment that will improve Read More

AMA Statement On Executive Order Directing CDC To Further Assess Childhood Vaccine Schedule

By Bobby Mukkamala, MD
President
American Medical Association

“There is no credible scientific evidence to support changing the current childhood vaccine schedule. That schedule is built on decades of rigorous research and real-world data, and it is designed to protect children in the U.S. when they are most vulnerable based on our nation’s disease burden.

“Altering it without clear, evidence-based justification risks continued confusion for parents and patients, undermining trust in vaccines, and ultimately lowering vaccination rates. That would put more children and communities Read More

Sen. Heinrich Announces 2026 Endorsements Ahead Of Tuesday’s Primary Elections

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Ahead of New Mexico’s Primary Elections on Tuesday, Sen. Martin Heinrich announced his endorsements for statewide offices, county commissions, county sheriff, and the New Mexico House of Representatives, backing candidates that will help strengthen local economies, keep communities safe, and deliver real results for New Mexico families.

“From securing our elections to strengthening public safety and protecting the lands that define our way of life, the leaders we elect this year will make decisions that shape New Mexico’s future long after this election Read More

Public Encouraged To Listen To NMED’s Presentation On Hexavalent Chromium Plume

COUNTY News:

The public is encouraged to hear a presentation from the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) regarding the hexavalent chromium plume at the Board of Public Utilities meeting at 5:30 p.m., June 3, 2026.

Hexavalent chromium was used by the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) from the 1950s–1970s. Contaminated water was periodically released into Sandia Canyon and Mortandad Canyon during this time frame. LANL contracts N3B to remediate contaminated groundwater, and N3B must work with NMED’s regulations for contamination levels.

The Department of Public Utilities Read More

Four LAHS Seniors Awarded 2026 LASO Scholarships

By JOYCE ANN GUZIK
Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra

The Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra awarded four scholarships to Los Alamos High School Seniors in 2026. These scholarships recognize seniors who have demonstrated exceptional interest and accomplishments in music. The student must attend Los Alamos High School or live in Los Alamos County. The scholarships are intended to encourage the recipients to continue their musical activities, regardless of whether they pursue music as a career. Three of these scholarships were made possible by donations in memory of LASO members who have passed Read More