Postponed: Los Alamos Historical Society April Lecture
Historical Society News:
The Los Alamos Historical Society’s April 14 lecture has been postponed.
Matthew Shindell, Curator of Plantary Science and the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, will give his lecture on Harold Urey and 20th century science at a later date to be announced soon.
Stay connected with the Historical Society at losalamoshistory.org and @LosAlamosHistory on Facebook.
The Los Alamos Historical Society preserves, promotes, and communicates the remarkable history and inspiring stories of Los Alamos and its people for our community, for the global audience, Read More
Canceled: Women’s Lenten Retreat At IHM Saturday
IHM News:
The Lenten retreat for women with popular Catholic author and speaker Sarah Christmyer scheduled for Saturday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos is canceled.
Skolnik: Still Failing On COVID-19
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos
The United States is still failing to meet the grave threats posed by COVID-19.
Testing for COVID-19 must be central to addressing the outbreak. Yet, testing is not being carried out in sufficient numbers to stem the growth of COVID-19 cases. South Korea has tested more than 700 times the number of people per capita than we have tested and Japan 12 times. Their approach to testing has been central to their slowing the increase of new infections.
In addition, the US protocols for testing will lead to many missed cases, given the extent to which transmission is occurring Read More
Canceled: Concordia Santa Fe Wind Orchestra Concert
By CHRIS NIERMAN
Board of Directors President
Concordia Santa Fe
Due to the New Mexico government’s response to the COVID-19 virus, it will not be possible for our Wind Orchestra to perform its scheduled concert Sunday, March 29.
While we are disappointed that the ensemble will not be able to share its music on that date, we applaud the efforts of our elected officials to keep all New Mexicans healthy and to minimize the impact of this serious contagion.
In the upcoming days and weeks, we will be working with our venue administrators at the New Mexico Museum of Art to determine if and when the Read More
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Issues Update On Operations Of His Washington D.C. And New Mexico Offices
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) has announced that out of an abundance of caution and for the health and safety of both staff and visitors, his Washington, D.C. office will be operating with minimal on-site staff, with the remainder of staff working remotely.
The New Mexico offices remain fully staffed.
Heinrich will continue to carry out his official duties.
Heinrich will continue to keep New Mexicans informed of any changes and encourages residents to contact his offices for any assistance needed. Heinrich is also encouraging New Mexico residents Read More
Sixth Presumptive Positive COVID-19 Case In New Mexico
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico health officials announced Thursday that a sixth New Mexico resident tested presumptive positive for COVID-19, adding to the five presumptive positive tests this week.
Per New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), the most recent case is a Santa Fe County woman in her 50s with known recent international travel to Italy. She is at home in isolation.
The other five presumptive positive tests in New Mexico are:
- A Socorro County husband and wife both in their 60s with known recent international travel to Egypt;
- A woman in her 70s in Bernalillo County with known
DPU Recommends Customers Conduct Business By Phone
COUNTY News:
In light of New Mexico Governor Lujan-Grisham’s public health emergency announced Wednesday, officials with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities encourage its customers to conduct business with the department by phone or email as much as possible.
Customer Care representatives can transfer utilities services, verify account information or utility bills, and issue banner permits all by phone. Customers can reach the department 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 505.662.8333 or CustomerCare@lacnm.us. Payments can be made online at https://ladpu.com/paymentus Read More
Los Alamos County Issues Response To Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham/NMDOH Mass Gatherings Ban Due To COVID-19
COUNTY News:
The increasing number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 virus spurred the Governor and New Mexico Health Department to issue a Public Health Emergency Order to Limit Mass Gatherings. In response to this, Los Alamos County began this afternoon a case-by-case assessment of all reservations, programs and events.
“The main thing is we are following the Governor’s orders,” said Los Alamos County Communications and Public Relation’s Leslie Bucklin.
The Order, dated March 12, and lasting through April 11, 2020 is stated as follows:
“All Mass Gatherings are hereby prohibited under the Read More
NMDOH Announces Expanded Testing For COVID-19
LAMC CEO John Whiteside Addresses COVID-19 Issue
LAMC CEO John Whiteside
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Medical Center CEO John Whiteside spoke this morning with the Los Alamos Daily Post about the novel coronavirus (COVID–19) issue.
He echoed what Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said Wednesday when she issued a public health emergency: Remain home (“self-isolate”) if you are sick and exhibiting any of the symptoms of COVID-19 call the Department of Health Coronavirus Hotline at 1.855.600.3453.
Do not go to the hospital or doctor’s office … call the Coronavirus Hotline at 1.855.600.3453 Read More
No Fans At NMAA State Basketball Championships
NMAA News:
ALBUQUERQUE – Per the guidance of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and recommendations from both the Departments of Health and Public Education, the 2020 NMAA State Basketball Championships will move forward without fans.
Games will be played at both Dreamstyle Arena and the Santa Ana Star Center throughout the remainder of the event as originally scheduled.
Only team members, officials, and essential facility and tournament workers will be allowed in the buildings. Members of the media will not be allowed entrance to either facility.
Although spectators will not be able to attend Read More
YMCA: Red And Black And Wild West Ball Is Postponed
By DIANA MARTINEZ
The FAMILY YMCA
We’re going to “hold our horses” in light of our Governor’s public health emergency declaration Wednesday and her stated guidance around public gatherings.
We made the difficult decision to postpone our annual Red and Black and Wild West Ball scheduled for this Saturday, March 14 at Buffalo Thunder Resort. While the decision comes with much disappointment, people’s health and safety are our top priority.
We are so grateful for all your excitement and support around this event, which is why we hope to just push it down the road a bit. We hope you will bear with Read More
Fifth Presumptive Positive COVID-19 Case Announced
From the Office of the Governor:
Department of Health actively investigating all presumptive positives
SANTA FE – New Mexico health officials announced today a fifth New Mexico resident tested presumptive positive for COVID-19, adding to the four presumptive positive tests Wednesday.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent case is a Bernalillo County woman in her 40s. The Department of Health is investigating a possible travel link. She is at home in isolation.
The other four presumptive positive tests in New Mexico are:
- A Socorro County husband and wife both in their 60s with
New Mexico Health Secretary Issues Public Health Order Suspending Mass Gatherings … Latest COVID-19 Precaution Limits Large Group Gatherings
Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel
From the Office of New Mexico Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel:
SANTA FE – New Mexico Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel issued an order this morning temporarily prohibiting mass gatherings in New Mexico in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The public health order defines mass gatherings as events that bring together 100 or more people in a single room or connected space like auditoriums, stadiums, arenas, conference centers and theaters.
- Places of worship;
- Airports;
- Other mass transit;
- Shopping malls;
- Shelters;
- Retail and grocery stores;
PED Issues Memo To School Superintendents On COVID-19
NMPED News:
Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus shares the following memo he and other superintendents just received from the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED).
COVID-19 Briefing Call for All Superintendents and Charter School Leaders
Today we anticipate that Gov. Michelle Luján Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health will issue a public health order prohibiting congregations of more than 100 people after announcing that four New Mexico residents tested presumptive positive for COVID-19, the first confirmed cases in the state. This order was Read More
LARSO Executive Director Addresses Coronavirus
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
Los Alamos Retired & Senior Organization
Along with your monthly additions to the senior center calendars – please look for those at the bottom, I wanted to reflect on the much-discussed Coronavirus as it relates to our work at your senior centers.
The first four cases of Coronavirus have been reported. Please make sure your only news source is a reputable one. www.cdc.gov is best.
We’re strongly encouraging members to wash their hands, stay home if they are sick and refrain from shaking hands or hugging when possible. It takes practice, but a variety Read More
New Mexico Delegation Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Strengthen Infectious Disease Monitoring And Support Border Community Health Initiatives
CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION News:
As global health risks from the novel coronavirus grow, bill led by Udall and Torres Small would bolster infectious disease detection and investigation capabilities and update and strengthen the United States-Mexico Border Health Commission and Canada-United States Pan Border Public Health Preparedness Council
WASHINGTON D.C. —U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representatives Xochitl Torres Small (D-N.M.), Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), and Deb Haaland (D-N.M.) led a group of bipartisan border lawmakers in introducing Read More
News Alert: Do Not Go To Hospital, Doctor’s Office Or Urgent Care If You Suspect COVID-19 … Call Coronavirus Hotline
News Alert:
Dr. Robert McClees, owner of Trinity Urgent Care in Los Alamos, contacted the Los Alamos Daily Post this evening to suggest as a public service to the community that the important information released by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today regarding the COVID-19 be re-emphasized.
The governor advised residents to remain home (“self-isolate”) if they are exhibiting any of the symptoms of COVID-19 – fever, cough or trouble breathing – and to call the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) Coronavirus Hotline at 1.855.600.3453.
DO NOT go to the hospital, a doctor’s office or urgent Read More
New Mexico Tax Department Files Appeal On Medical Cannabis To State Supreme Court
TRD News:
ALBUQUERQUE – The New Mexico Tax and Revenue Department appealed a Jan. 28, Court of Appeals decision that would have allowed medical cannabis to receive a deduction from New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax (NMGRT) as a prescription drug.
Currently, sales tax on medical cannabis in New Mexico averages about 8 percent and approximately $10.5 million was remitted in 2019 by the 34 licensed cannabis producers.
Prescription drugs are exempt from sales taxes in nearly every state. Most neighboring states, including Colorado, Nevada, Utah and Texas, have provided similar relief to cannabis Read More
Canceled: Hilltalkers & Hawktalkers Showcase
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School Hilltalkers Coach Margo Batha and Los Alamos Middle School Hawktalkers Coach Sherri Bublitz this evening issued the following announcement:
Dear Los Alamos Speech and Debate Supporters,
In light of the statewide public health emergency and the guidelines given to us by Los Alamos Public Schools, the Los Alamos High School Hilltalkers and the Los Alamos Middle School Hawktalkers regret to inform our Los Alamos community supporters that we are canceling our Showcase on Sunday, March 15 at Fuller Lodge.
We hope to put together an online fundraiser and auction Read More