FBI: Albuquerque Woman Pleads Guilty Mid-Trial To Methamphetamine Trafficking
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — After one day of trial testimony, an Albuquerque woman pleaded guilty to methamphetamine trafficking.
According to court records and evidence presented at trial, May 18, 2023, the FBI Violent Gang Task Force executed a search warrant at the northeast Albuquerque residence of Nora Baca, 67. During the search, agents located approximately three pounds of methamphetamine in the bedroom of Baca’s housemate and codefendant.
Sept. 10, 2024, following an investigation into a significant intergang drug trafficking conspiracy involving both incarcerated and non-incarcerated Read More
Dannemann: The Quiet Influence Of Legislative Committee Chairs
By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
Some years ago, New Mexico’s Senate Judiciary Committee had the nickname Fernando’s Hideaway. The nickname came from a song called “Hernando’s Hideaway,” published in 1954, from a Broadway musical comedy called “The Pajama Game.” The song, with an enticing tango rhythm, is still a staple in the musical repertoire.
Hernando’s Hideaway was “a dark, secluded place, a place where no one knows your face.” The nickname Fernando’s Hideaway was based on committee chairman Senator Fernando Macias, Las Cruces Democrat. It was given because some bills assigned Read More
Video: Councilor Hand Discusses Work Session
Los Alamos County Councilor Melanee Hand discusses the Feb. 10 work session. Video by Kirsten Laskeyladailypost.com Read More
Daily Postcard: Butterfly! First Sign Of Spring!
Daily Postcard: The first butterfly of 2026 is a Mourning Cloak spotted on Monday near the Los Alamos Reservoir … the first sign of Spring! Photo by Michael Smith Read More
Houck: Your Real Estate Contracts … The Purchase Agreement – Part 3 Of 3
By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty, LLC
Generally, there are three primary contracts used in a real estate transaction:
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- Listing Agreement
- Buyer’s Brokerage Agreement
- Purchase Agreement – This contract establishes the agreed-upon price and terms of sale between the Buyer and the Seller.
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All terms in these contracts are negotiable, and both buyers and sellers should carefully review and negotiate them before signing.
The Purchase Agreement
The purchase agreement is a legally binding contract between the Buyer and the Seller. It begins as an offer and becomes a fully executed Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day From Stan To Amy!
Stan Kosiewicz and Amy Anderson
To My Dearest Valentine
By Stan Kosiewicz
Amy, my lovely miss
All I ask is one sweet kiss
We met at a dance
That led to romance
I always love to hear you sing
What a pleasure your voice does bring
I used to run fast
But those days are past
Simply put, I love you still
And forever always will
–Your formerly tall, formerly dark, but still handsome man, Stan Read More
Daily Postcard: Bluebirds Chat Near Treatment Plant
Daily Postcard: Bluebirds spotted chatting near the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Bill lifting Statute Of Limitations For Some Child Sex Crimes Passes New Mexico Senate
Bill Sponsor Sen. Angel Charley, D-Acoma
By NATHAN BROWN
The Santa Fe New Mexican
A bill that would remove the statute of limitations for some of the most serious acts of child sex abuse passed the state Senate overwhelmingly Friday, with some recent events providing fodder for supporters’ arguments.
“The last time we looked at this law, we didn’t know what was happening at Zorro Ranch,” said Sen. Angel Charley, D-Acoma, who sponsored the bill, referring to the southern Santa Fe County property once owned by Jeffrey Epstein. “The last time we looked at this law, we didn’t know what we know now.” Read More
Legislative Roundup: 7 Days Left In Session
Rep. Cristina Parajón, D-Albuquerque, center, speaks with Rep. Mark Duncan, R-Farmington, left, and House Speaker Javier Martínez, D-Albuquerque, during the House floor session on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026. Matt Dahlseid/The New Mexican
The Santa Fe New Mexican Staff Report
Budget battle: The Senate Finance Committee is scheduled to take up New Mexico’s $11.1 billion spending plan Saturday.
Sen. George Muñoz, a Gallup Democrat who chairs the committee, said the panel made some 356 changes to the version of House Bill 2 passed by the House.
The revised spending plan proposes a 2.65% increase Read More
New Mexico Senate Passes Universal Child Care
Bill Sponsor Sen. George Muñoz, D-Gallup
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate voted Thursday to pass legislation establishing universal child care while protecting the program’s accessibility for working families across the state.
Senate Bill 241, sponsored by Sen. George Muñoz (D-Gallup) and approved on a 25-15 vote, would provide child care to New Mexico families without mandatory co-pays except under specific economic conditions such as inflation or declining oil revenues. If economic triggers are met, co-pays would begin only for families earning above 600% of the Read More
Come On Community! Let’s ‘Shower’ Our Teachers At Los Alamos Public Schools With Love!
LAPS Foundation News:
Wish you could show a particular teacher a little extra love? Now you can.
The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation is once again sponsoring a community-wide campaign to “Shower” LAPS teachers with much-needed classroom supplies and resources.
From Feb. 14 through March 17, community members are invited to visit https://showerlove26.givesmart.com to donate any amount toward a teacher’s wish list item.
Once a donation goal for an item is fulfilled, the LAPS Foundation will purchase the item directly for the teacher. It’s a simple, meaningful way to show appreciation Read More
Los Alamos Geological Society To Meet Tuesday
LAGS News:
The Los Alamos Geological Society (LAGS) will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the Los Alamos Christian Church at 92 East Road.
The guest speaker will be Samuel Perry who will give a presentation summarizing new discoveries in the uranyl sulfate and uranyl carbonate mineral published in the past 15 years (approximately 55 minerals). He will also provide evidence for the existence of natural hollow-cage uranyl carbonate nanoclusters in water, determine the enthalpy of formation of five uranyl sulfate mineral phases and review the structural relationships of every uranyl sulfate Read More
Scenes From Julie Williams-Hill’s Retirement Event
Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent, left, reads the inscription on the Nambé plaque she is presenting to Julie Williams-Hill at her retirement event Thursday afternoon in Council Chambers, thanking her for 24 years of dedication to Los Alamos County. Williams-Hill served as public information officer for the Department of Public Utilities and the County. Photo by Carol A. Clarkladailypost.com/
Scene from the retirement event on Thursday afternoon in Council Chambers honoring Los Alamos County Public Information Officer Julie Williams-Hill and thanking her for 24 years of dedication Read More
New Mexico STABLE $25 Match Incentive Extended Throughout 2026
State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya
From the State Treasurer’s Office:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico State Treasurer’s Achieving a Better Life Experience (NM STABLE) program is announcing the extension of its $25 match incentive offer for new accountholders.
NM STABLE is an award-winning savings and investment vehicle designed to allow New Mexicans with disabilities to save for disability-related expenses without losing eligibility for public benefits such as Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
New NM STABLE accountholders who open any NM STABLE account and deposit at least $25 Read More
Vitalant Shares February Blood Drive Schedule
Three opportunities to donate blood with Vitalant in February. Sign up today at www.vitalant.org or call 877.258.4825. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
COMMUNITY News:
February is National Heart Health Awareness Month and Vitalant would like to bring much-needed awareness to the community about how important transfusions are to the critical aspect of managing cardiac surgery patients (link). An estimated 50% of cardiac surgery patients require a blood transfusion, and with this being the month of love, Vitalant is inviting the community to help.
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, Vitalant Read More
Obituary: Maryanne Frances Meyer Feb. 11, 1939–Feb. 9, 2026
MARYANNE FRANCES MEYER Feb. 11, 1939 – Feb. 9, 2026
With profound sadness and endless love, we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Maryanne Frances Meyer, on Feb 9, 2026, surrounded by those who loved her dearly.
Maryanne was the heart of our family — a woman of grace, strength, and unwavering love. She lived her life with kindness and compassion, always placing others before herself. Her smile could light up a room, and her laughter was a comfort that made even the hardest days brighter.
Maryanne was a native New Yorker, born in Bay Shore, Long Island, New York to William and Beatrice Behounek. Read More
County Inclusivity Task Force Set To Meet Feb. 18
EDD Empowers Communities With Free Technical Assistance
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department will provide free professional technical assistance to four communities to strengthen their local economies through its New Mexico MainStreet program.
The Project-Based Initiatives program provides technical support for economic development projects in rural and urban communities for 12-24 months. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis and must produce direct economic development outcomes in the form of business retention/creation, job creation and/or property investment.
“Local governments in New Mexico Read More
County Invites Public To Speed Engagement Sessions
COUNTY News:
Looking for a quick connection in these busy times? The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities is hosting “Speed Engagement Sessions” in early March—a fast-paced opportunity to share your ideas about water and energy conservation and efficiency.
Think of it like speed dating, but instead of finding your soulmate, you’ll help DPU find its next conservation program.
As your public utility provider, DPU needs and values your input. These sessions are part of updating our Water and Energy Conservation Plan (WECP), a required document outlining conservation efforts Read More
CRRUA To Pay Nearly $200K For Drinking Water Violations
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department today announced a settlement with the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority of five violations committed by the utility since 2023.
The settlement includes a penalty of $189,000, including a “bad faith” enhancement due to CRRUA’s repeated lack of accountability during the enforcement process. The funds will be deposited into the State’s Water Conservation Fund, which supports required water quality sampling and operator training assistance for public water systems statewide.
“The Environment Department has for years worked Read More