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One Los Alamos Diversity Week: Day 4 Reading List

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 21, 2021 - 5:10 pm

One Los Alamos News:

One Los Alamos would like to thank Melissa Mackey at Mesa Public Library for her assistance with its 2021 Diversity Week project.

The project includes a daily international recipe and list of books/podcasts.

Click here to see the list of Adult Fiction with clickable links to the books available in the Los Alamos Public Library System.

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New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 997 New Cases, Total Now 166,823 With 35 New Deaths And 91,096 Patients Recovered

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 21, 2021 - 4:29 pm

STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 997 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports 5 new cases today bringing the total to 406 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 35 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:

232 new cases in Bernalillo County
59 new cases in Chaves County
12 new cases in Cibola County
5 new cases in Colfax County
28 new cases in Curry County
1 new case in De Baca County
125 new cases in Doña Ana County
50 new

County Council Approves Land Sale To Pet Pangaea

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 21, 2021 - 12:40 pm

A rendering of the proposed new building for Pet Pangaea. In addition to a new space for the business, owner Cyndi Wells is planning to offer four apartment units on the second floor. Courtesy/LAC

A rendering of the proposed parking lot for Pet Pangaea’s new location on Trinity Drive. Courtesy/LAC

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Pet Pangaea is getting a new home. During the regular Los Alamos County Council meeting Jan. 5, an ordinance to sell land parcels at 3661 and 3689 Trinity Dr. to Cyndi Wells, owner of Pet Pangaea, passed unanimously.

“I’m definitely

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P&Z Commission Approves Site Plan, Height Waiver For Marriott Town Place Suites And Conference Center

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 20, 2021 - 6:27 pm

Marriott Town Place Suites and Conference Center that will be built off 20th Street. Courtesy/LAC

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

The Marriott Town Place Suites and Conference Center moves forward after its site plan and height waiver were unanimously approved during the Jan. 13 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.

TNJA, LLC owner Tushar Patel will own and operate the hotel and conference center. He discussed his plans during the meeting and said that what is being proposed is an 86-room extended stay hotel, which will be located on approximately 3.08

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New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 884 New Cases, Total Now 165,835 With 34 New Deaths And 89,756 Patients Recovered

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 20, 2021 - 6:21 pm

STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 884 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports 8 new cases today bringing the total to 401 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 34 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:

213 new cases in Bernalillo County
31 new cases in Chaves County
5 new cases in Cibola County
1 new case in Colfax County
13 new cases in Curry County
1 new case in De Baca County
144 new cases in Doña Ana County
53 new cases

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Chart 312: COVID-19 In New Mexico Jan. 20, 2021

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 20, 2021 - 6:05 pm

The two lines in this chart show: (i) the percentage of New Mexicans who were diagnosed with COVID-19 versus date, and (ii) COVID-19 vaccinations administered in New Mexico, as percentage of the state’s population, versus date. In New Mexico, about 5 percent of the population received at least one dose, and about 1 percent of the population received two doses. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim

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One Los Alamos Diversity Week: Day 2 Reading List

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 20, 2021 - 7:45 am

One Los Alamos News:

One Los Alamos would like to thank Melissa Mackey at Mesa Public Library for her assistance with its 2021 Diversity Week project.

The project includes a daily international recipe and list of books/podcasts.

Click here to see the list of Adult Fiction with clickable links to the books available in the Los Alamos Public Library System.

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Community County

New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 691 New Cases, Total Now 164,954 With 20 New Deaths And 88,982 Patients Recovered

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 7:37 pm

STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 691 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County again today reports no new cases … the total remains at 393 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 20 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:

257 new cases in Bernalillo County
22 new cases in Chaves County
2 new cases in Cibola County
19 new cases in Curry County
1 new case in De Baca County
85 new cases in Doña Ana County
22 new cases in Eddy County
10

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Chart 311: COVID-19 In New Mexico Jan. 19, 2021

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 5:33 pm

The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Rio Arriba county versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim

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Los Alamos Residents Encouraged To Provide Input To State Of New Mexico On Outdoor Recreation Plan

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 2:53 pm

State Parks Division News:

The State of New Mexico is looking for citizen input on outdoor recreation and with its significant population of outdoor enthusiasts, Los Alamos is a great resource for that information.

The 2021-2026 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) is in development by the State Parks Division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD), with input from local, state, and federal agencies, outdoor recreation businesses, non-profits, and interested citizens.

The plan provides recommendations to guide outdoor recreation providers

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Snowplows Work To Clear Roadways Around Los Alamos

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 11:39 am

County snowplows continue clearing roadways including here on Diamond Drive. Conditions remain dangerous due to the inclement weather and motorists are urged to stay off the streets if at all possible. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

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Los Alamos County Snowplows Out In Force Clearing Roads

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 10:03 am

Los Alamos County snowplows are out in force this morning clearing roadways throughout the community including here on Diamond Drive. Streets are snow packed and icy. Conditions are dangerous and motorists are urged to stay off the streets if at all possible. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

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North Mesa Options Analysis: Seeking Letters Of Interest

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 9:40 am

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) and Los Alamos County (LAC) have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to pursue options for utilizing approximately 29 acres of school-owned property on North Mesa east of Los Alamos Middle School.

The North Mesa Working Group – a committee of elected officials and staff representing LAPS and LAC – is seeking letters of interest to appoint up to three community members who will assist them in developing a property plan that includes:

Understanding options for recurring revenue generation and housing, especially for workforce housing,

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Canceled: Curative COVID-19 Testing At Fuller Lodge Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 9:36 am

COUNTY News:

Due to inclement weather from the recent snow storm, the Curative COVID-19 testing clinic scheduled for today at Fuller Lodge is canceled.

Check back for updates at www.ladailypost.com.

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County Services And Facilities On 2-Hour Delayed Opening

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 19, 2021 - 7:45 am

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County services and facilities are on a 2-hour delayed opening today due to continuing heavy snowfall.

Facilities will open at 10 a.m. today.

Roads around the County are slick and icy; County crews are working to clear streets as soon as possible.

Motorists are urged to avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary.

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New Mexico 2021 Legislative Session Begins At Noon Tuesday Against Bizarre Backdrop Never Seen Before

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 18, 2021 - 7:17 pm

Roadblocks were up around the Capitol today, including at the corner of Don Gaspar Avenue and Paseo de Peralta. Photo by Luis Sánchez Saturno/SFNM

Damacio Otero, deputy sergeant-at-arms of the state Senate, organizes bill books at the desk of Sen. Leo Jaramillo, D-Los Alamos, today at the Roundhouse. Photo by Luis Sánchez Saturno/SFNM

By ROBERT NOTT
Santa Fe New Mexican

The 2021 legislative session begins Tuesday at noon, against a bizarre backdrop that’s never been contemplated, much less seen.

The Capitol building remains surrounded by fencing, concrete barriers and blocked roads.

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New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 628 New Cases, Total Now 164,263 With 26 New Deaths And 87,502 Patients Recovered

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 18, 2021 - 5:19 pm

STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 628 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports no new cases today … the total remains at 393 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 26 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:

161 new cases in Bernalillo County
17 new cases in Chaves County
4 new cases in Cibola County
1 new case in Colfax County
30 new cases in Curry County
48 new cases in Doña Ana County
23 new cases in Eddy County
6 new cases

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New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 751 New Cases, Total Now 163,637 With 22 New Deaths And 86,110 Patients Recovered

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2021 - 6:18 pm

STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 751 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports 4 more cases today … the total is now 393 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 22 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:

173 new cases in Bernalillo County
2 new cases in Catron County
39 new cases in Chaves County
8 new cases in Cibola County
8 new cases in Colfax County
18 new cases in Curry County
106 new cases in Doña Ana County
21 new cases

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Chart 308: COVID-19 In New Mexico Jan. 16, 2021

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 16, 2021 - 6:41 pm

The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created Eli Ben-Naim