NM Oks $24.4M For Behavioral Health Services Statewide
Cabinet Secretary Kari Armijo
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico has approved $24.4 million in early access funding to expand behavioral health services statewide, allowing communities to address gaps in care while longer-term regional plans are developed.
The funding, to be administered by the New Mexico Health Care Authority, totals $24,473,462 and will support immediate investments to improve access to behavioral health across the regions.
“This funding puts decisions closer to the communities delivering care,” said Kari Armijo, cabinet secretary at New Mexico Health Care Authority. Read More
New Mexico Adopts First Clean Fuel Market In Southwest
Environment Secretary James Kenney
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board has unanimously adopted regulations establishing the Clean Transportation Fuel Program, setting April 1 as the opening date for the Southwest’s first clean fuel market.
Signed into law by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham in 2024, the Clean Transportation Fuel Program is a market-based initiative that incentivizes and expands access to lower-carbon transportation fuels, including ethanol, biofuels, renewable diesel, renewable natural gas, electricity, and supporting infrastructure. Read More
Scenes From U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján’s Site Visit To LAMC
Officials at Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) hosted a site visit today for U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján, including a tour of the 47-bed acute care facility and discussions concerning the latest health care advances and issues of importance to the hospital and its patients. From left, Sen. Ben Ray Luján, LAMC CEO Tony Young, Sen. Luján’s Field Rep. Eric Chavez and LAMC Board Chair Linda Daly. LAMC was named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals, recognized in 2024 for helping patients find the best care locally. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading Read More
Integrative Health Solutions Focuses On Natural Healing
Practitioner Nicole Hall
BUSINESS News:
Nicole Hall is a Certified Natural Health Practitioner who owns Integrative Health Solutions. She has been practicing in Los Alamos since 2013.
At Integrative Health Solutions, Hall said she believes that when the body is in balance, it can heal itself naturally. She uses a technique that Dr. Gary Storkan (Los Alamos) uses, called Total Body Modification (TBM). This method stimulates the body’s innate healing processes, promoting physical, emotional, and mental well-being through muscle testing (kinesiology) and the use of homeopathic vials Read More
GOP Legislative Leaders Cheer Governor’s Proposals On Crime, Medical Malpractice
Senate Minority Leader Bill Sharer, R-Farmington, responds to the governor’s State of the State address with Senate Republicans during a news conference Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026 at the state Capitol. Photo by Nathan Burton/The New Mexican
By CLARA BATES
The Santa Fe New Mexican
New Mexico Republicans found cause for encouragement as Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham laid out her priorities for the legislative session Tuesday, although fights loom over issues like banning immigrant detention facilities.
“She’s absolutely with us on things like public safety and health care,” said Senate Minority Read More
Laurent Outlines Priorities In State Of The County Address
Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presents her annual State of the County report during the Chamber Business Breakfast Jan. 15 at SALA Event Center. Photo by Marlene Wilden/ladailypost.com
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presented her annual State of the County address Thursday during the monthly Chamber of Commerce breakfast, reviewing the past year and outlining priorities for 2026 while portraying a busy but financially cautious government.
She told business leaders the County is balancing multiple priorities, Read More
LAMC Kicks Off New Free Community Seminar Series With: ‘Active Lifestyles And ACLs’ Feb. 12 At SALA Event Center
LAMC News:
Community members are invited to attend the first entry in a new free health seminar series hosted by Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) at SALA Event Center.
The first talk, presented by Tania Pence, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, is titled “Active Lifestyles And ACLs” at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12.
Attendees will be able to enjoy refreshments, prizes, socialize, meet a subject matter expert and learn about their health. They can do so all while enjoying SALA, a vibrant community event center at 2551 Central Ave.
Individuals interested in attending are asked Read More
Free Online Classes Available From County Library System
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Public Library System now offers access to more than 150 live and on-demand GetSetUp classes through its website, losalamoslibrary.org.
No library card is required to access these free classes.
The New Mexico State Library is excited to provide this new learning platform, GetSetUp, thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The State Library has partnered with public libraries statewide to make this valuable resource available to all New Mexico residents.
GetSetUp’s digital literacy courses include basic overviews for using Microsoft, Apple, Read More
New Mexico Legislators Introduce ‘Inclusion In Healthcare Act’ To Address Provider Shortage And Expand Patient Access To Non-Pharmacological Pain Treatment
From New Mexico Senate Democrats:
SANTA FE – New Mexico State Senators Linda Trujillo and Peter Wirth today announced the introduction of the “Inclusion in Healthcare Act” legislation designed to address New Mexico’s critical healthcare provider shortage by expanding insurance coverage to include licensed naprapaths, chiropractors, and acupuncturists.
The proposed bill models language from the Affordable Care Act, which prohibits discrimination against licensed healthcare providers working within their scope of practice. The legislation would ensure that insurance Read More
Dannemann: It’s Time For The State To Act
By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
© 2025 by Merilee Dannemann
The state of our Union is frightening. That is why we need New Mexicans to engage intensively at the state and local level. We are at a moment of unprecedented contradictions.
Yet again, as in Iraq in 2003, a Republican president has found alleged justification for using military force to remove the president of another nation. The contradiction is apparent.
Near-universal public opinion seems to be that Nicolas Maduro was an evil dictator and Venezuela is better off without him, but President Trump had no legal justification Read More
Social Services In-Person Office Hours Jan. 21 In White Rock
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Social Services Division is offering convenient evening hours at the White Rock Branch Library to better assist people who may not be able to meet during regular business hours.
Community members who need assistance with housing services, utility payments, food instability, or connections to other resources in the county are encouraged to stop by for a one-on-one meeting to learn how Social Services may be able to help.
No appointment is necessary.
The Social Services staff will be available monthly at the White Rock Public Library in a study room on the third Read More
SB3 Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Executive Committee Meeting Jan. 20
HCA News:
Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act Executive Committee Meeting 8-10 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, at New Mexico Health Care Authority, Behavioral Health Services Division, 37 Plaza La Prensa, Santa Fe, NM 87507.
The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the fifth meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3).
The Committee continues to shape the structure, cadence, and regional implementation of this landmark legislation, bringing together all Read More
Documents Added To LANL Electronic Public Reading Room
LANL News:
The following documents have been added to the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Electronic Reading Room.
The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Read MoreNotice: New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board To Hold Rulemaking Hearing Expected To Last Approximately Three Days Beginning March 23
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board (“EIB”) will hold a public hearing beginning at 9 a.m., March 23, 2026, to consider EIB 25-77 (R) – In the Matter of Proposed Repeal and Replacement of 20.2.71 NMAC – Operating Permit Emissions Fees and 20.2.75 NMAC – Construction Permit Fees.
The hearing will last as long as required to hear all testimony, evidence, and public comment, and is expected to last approximately three days.
The EIB may deliberate and make a decision on the proposed regulatory changes at the conclusion of the hearing or may convene a meeting after the hearing Read More
New Mexico Aging And Long-Term Services Department To Present $109.7 Million Budget Focused On Expanding Senior Services And Supporting Caregivers To Legislature
ALTSD News:
SANTA FE — Next week, the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) will ask lawmakers to approve a $109.7 million budget for fiscal year 2027, which focuses on expanding senior services and supporting caregivers.
“This budget reflects what we’re hearing from communities across New Mexico: older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers need reliable services they can count on,” ALTSD Secretary Emily Kaltenbach said. “By investing in caregiving, meals and transportation services today, this will help us keep older New Mexicans safe, mobile and supported Read More
County Shares Pilot Light Safety Tips During Cold Weather
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County shares pilot light safety to keep in mind this winter.
The following tips should be taken when a pilot light goes out during cold weather:
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- Do not try to relight it right away if you smell gas;
- Ventilate the area and leave the space if a gas odor is present;
- Follow manufacturer instructions before relighting;
- If unsure or the light won’t stay lit, call a qualified technician; and
- Use safe alternate heating sources – never use ovens or grills for heat.
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New Mexico Public Health Offices To Close For MLK Day
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will reopen as regularly scheduled on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1.833.796.8773) will be available during regular business hours, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday.
The Helpline is staffed by nurses for health questions, health care connections and provider support. Read More
NMHED: New Mexico Workforce Development Programs See Rapid Growth In FY25
NMHED News:
- Integrated Education And Training Program Enrollment Grew Nearly 50 Percent In FY25
SANTA FE – New Mexico’s workforce development programs for adults grew significantly statewide in the most recent fiscal year, according to data from the Adult Education Division of the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED).
In Fiscal Year 2025, statewide enrollment in the Integrated Education and (IET) system increased by almost 50 percent over the previous year, with a total of 787 enrollees. Those students earned 487 industry-recognized certificates in high-demand Read More
Rep. Joseph Sanchez Introduces Legislation To Tackle New Mexico’s Chronic Shortage Of Health Care Providers
Rep. Joseph Sanchez
New Mexico House of Representatives News:
SANTA FE – Dist. 40 Rep. Joseph Sanchez, D-Colfax, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel & Taos, has introduced legislation to tackle New Mexico’s chronic shortage of health care providers.
The Medical Recruitment Provider Trust Bill would ensure that every New Mexican has access to medical care through either a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
Many New Mexico residents struggle to access basic health care because of a shortage of doctors, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses and midwives, especially Read More
Gubernatorial Candidate Bregman On Legislative Session
Sam Bregman
By SAM BREGMAN
Gubernatorial Candidate
New Mexico
As the Governor and Legislature prepare for New Mexico’s annual legislative session, their two priorities should be clear: protecting New Mexicans from the consequences of the Trump Administration’s policies and safeguarding the health, education, and public safety of every child and family in our state.
The Governor and Legislature took important action by passing emergency funding to address federal healthcare cuts enacted by Trump and the GOP. They also passed free universal child care, easing financial pressure on thousands