Heinrich, Luján, Stansbury Meet With Pueblo Leaders On Next Steps To Permanently Protect Chaco Canyon
U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich, Ben Ray Luján and U.S. Rep, Melanie Stansbury host a press conference Nov. 21 with Pueblo leaders on the next steps to permanently protect Chaco Canyon. Courtesy photo
Congressional News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Friday, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and co-founder of the U.S. Senate Stewardship Caucus, U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, and U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), hosted a press conference with Pueblo leaders on the Read More
County: Watch For Wildlife On Roadways During Winter Months…
Slow down and stay alert as temperatures drop and days get shorter to avoid wildlife collisions. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, more vehicles will be on the road at times when wildlife are most active: dusk and dawn. Even smaller animals, such as cottontails and jackrabbits, can prove to be hazardous as motorists brake or swerve to avoid a collision.
Follow these simple tips to help reduce the chances of a dangerous collision:
- Slow down and look for movement. Slowing down doesn’t just help avoid a collision; it can reduce the impact if a large animal
Los Alamos Researchers Named 2025 Laboratory Fellows
Top row from left, James Colgan, Carl Ekdahl, Franz Freibert, Bryan Henson. Bottom row from left, Toshihiko Kawano, Charles Reichhardt, Tom Vestrand, David Zerkle. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
- “These eight researchers exemplify the highest standards of scientific excellence,” –Thom Mason
Eight researchers have been named 2025 Los Alamos National Laboratory Fellows: James Colgan, Carl Ekdahl, Franz Freibert, Bryan Henson, Toshihiko Kawano, Charles Reichhardt, Tom Vestrand and David Zerkle.
“These eight researchers exemplify the highest standards of scientific excellence,” Laboratory Read More
SAR Announces 2025 Book Award: J.I. Staley Prize For ‘The Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity’
Book cover: ‘The Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity’. Courtesy image
SAR News:
SANTA FE — The School for Advanced Research (SAR) announces that The Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity by David Graeber and David Wengrow has been awarded the 2025 J. I. Staley Prize, recognizing exceptional scholarship and writing that expand the boundaries of anthropological thought.
The endowed award specifies that the prize goes to a living author for a work published within the last 10 years.
The Dawn of Everything, published in 2021, has received international acclaim since its release. Read More
Over The River, And Through The Woods In Quemazon
Over the river, and through the woods … getting ready for Thanksgiving … as snow falls early this morning in Quemazon. Photo by DW DeckerHoliday Gift Guide For People Living With Dementia
AA News:
Holiday shopping can be challenging, especially when selecting gifts for someone living with dementia.
More than 46,000 New Mexicans are among 7.4 million Americans currently living with Alzheimer’s disease and, depending on the stage of dementia, some well-intentioned gifts may no longer be appropriate or practical.
“Choosing a meaningful gift for someone living with dementia requires thoughtful consideration,” said Donald Smithburg, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association of New Mexico. “It’s important to consider the person’s cognitive abilities and select Read More
Albuquerque Cleanup Nets 2,260 Lbs Of Trash, Highlights New Mexico’s Commitment To ‘Breaking Bad Habits’
Scene from the clean up litter campaign Saturday in the International District neighborhood in Albuquerque, during which volunteers collected 2,260 pounds of trash. Courtesy photo
Scene from the clean up litter campaign Saturday in the International District neighborhood in Albuquerque, during which volunteers collected 2,260 pounds of trash. Courtesy photo
From the Office of the Governor:
- Members of the community and state leaders clean local neighborhoods
ALBUQUERQUE — The state of New Mexico’s litter prevention campaign, Breaking Bad Habits, today partnered with Albuquerque Read More
LANL Director To Host Year’s Final Virtual Public Town Hall
Lab Director Tom Mason
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All employees, their families and community members across New Mexico are invited to tune in to Laboratory Director Thom Mason’s final virtual Town Hall of the year, 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, on Zoom.
Mason will recap 2025 activities, including significant mission-related accomplishments and notable community-focused initiatives. He will also provide a brief preview of the year ahead and discuss some of the main challenges and opportunities for the Laboratory in 2026. Mason will close with a public Read More
Sen. Leo Jaramillo Elected To Serve As West Region Chair For National Hispanic Caucus Of State Legislators
Sen. Leo Jaramillo (D–Española), center, is elected to serve as the West Region Chair for the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators, during NHCSL’s National Summit Saturday in Oklahoma City. Courtesy photo
Sen. Leo Jaramillo, 4th from right, is sworn in Saturday as West Region Chair to represent and coordinate legislative leadership across 13 western states and territories, including New Mexico, Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Alaska, and Hawaii. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
New Mexico State Sen. Leo Jaramillo (D–Española) Read More
Create Eco-Friendly Ornaments And Cards At New Mexico History Museum In Santa Fe Sunday Dec. 7
NMHM News:
The community is invited to join the New Mexico History Museum (NMHM) in Santa Fe for a festive and eco-friendly crafting experience this holiday season, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7.
The museum is turning nostalgia into art by providing materials to visitors to create one-of-a-kind cards and ornaments using vintage issues of New Mexico Magazine.
Whether a seasoned crafter or just looking for a cozy way to celebrate, this hands-on workshop invites everyone to snip, fold, and design decorations that capture the spirit of the Southwest.
All materials will be provided, and museum Read More
A Dusting Of Snow Falls Over North Community
A dusting of snow falls over North Community this morning in Los Alamos. Photo by Cathy Hinojosa Read More
All Shall Be Well: Give Thanks In All Circumstances
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill and The Rev. Lynn Finnegan. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By The Rev. Lynn Finnegan
Former Associate Rector
Church of the Holy Faith, Santa Fe
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” These words from the apostle Paul were intended to encourage the church in Thessalonica, which was getting a little anxious. Paul, and many Christians in the first century, believed the world would end and they would join Read More
Daily Postcard: Trail Ambassador B.A.R.K. Ranger Bean
Daily Postcard: Valles Caldera National Preserve’s four-legged trail ambassador B.A.R.K. Ranger Bean, stares lovingly at his human during a recent hike on the Rabbit Mountain Loop. They spent time overlooking Valle Grande and Redondo Peak from the south rim of the caldera. If anyone’s best friend wants to join the Very Good Pups Club, follow these B.A.R.K. Ranger rules when in the park: 𝐁ag pet’s waste, 𝐀lways use a leash, 𝐑espect wildlife, 𝐊now where you can go. The park rangers created a webpage for the public to learn how to recreate responsibly with their pets at Valles Caldera. Photo Read More
Dannemann: Affordable Care Act Benefits Must Be Preserved
By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
“Pre-existing condition.” Remember that term? Fifteen years ago, you heard it all the time on the news. It was the issue that scared the daylights out of millions of Americans who couldn’t get health insurance, or whose insurance was impossibly expensive.
A pre-existing condition might have been asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, a past injury, or any other condition that might increase the patient’s need for future health care.
Pre-existing conditions had been debated in Congress constantly and covered regularly on the news. People Read More
LAAC Earns 2025 New Mexico Top HAT Award
From left, LAAC Marketing Director Megan Hesselink, Asst. Executive Director Andrew Wright, Executive Director Brandi Engeman and PEEC Executive Director Jillian Rubio at the Top HAT Awards Tuesday. Courtesy photo LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) was recognized Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the 2025 New Mexico Top HAT Awards Gala for excellence in Community Engagement.
This award is in recognition of the hard work and efforts the organization has made to ensure its events and programs drive tourism and economic development opportunities through Los Alamos as well as its multiple partnerships
NM Colleges Waive Application Fees Through November
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — Most public colleges and universities in New Mexico will waive application fees throughout November, eliminating a financial barrier for prospective students during the annual ‘No Fee November’ initiative.
The program is supported by the New Mexico Higher Education Department, New Mexico Public Education Department and New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation.
Since the Opportunity Scholarship Act passed in 2022, college enrollment in New Mexico has increased for four consecutive years. Fall enrollment is up 3.6% this year, with more than 40,000 New Mexicans Read More
DALA Opens ‘Sugar Plum On The Hill’ Friday Dec. 5
Jasper Lee and Anabel Irving in costume as the Cavalier and Sugar Plum Fairy at the Santa Fe Botanical Gardens. Courtesy/DALA
Jasper Lee (Cavalier) rehearses the Sugar Plum Grand Pas de Deux with Allyson Harbert (Sugar Plum Fairy). Courtesy/DALA
BY KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Ten years ago, Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) premiered “Nutcracker on the Hill”, a ballet that drew from the holiday classic but added in local lore and history. Then came the sequels: “Ratcracker on the Hill” followed by “Sugar Plum on the Hill”, which punted the story to a whole new level Read More
This Week In Sports: Nov. 24-25, 2025
SPORTS News:
This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers Football Team has boys and girls basketball games at home and away.
The Hilltopper sports games and events are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team, which includes John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.
This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:
Nov. 24 – Monday
- Boys Basketball vs Rio Rancho Away – 7 p.m.
Nov. 25 – Tuesday
- Girls Basketball vs St. Michaels Home – 7 p.m.
The Family YMCA’s Día De Los Muertos Race Brings Community Together, Raises Over $12,000 For Local Youth
Scene from the Nov. 1 Día De Los Muertos 5k fun run 2025. Photo by CW Armstrong Photography
From The Family YMCA:
This year’s Día De Los Muertos Race pulsed with the kind of energy only Los Alamos can bring. An enthusiastic 225 runners filled the Canyon Rim Trail and Los Alamos Co-op, Saturday, Nov. 1, with color and celebration, and thanks to the community’s incredible support, the event raised more than $12,000 — with over $8,000 going to benefit the families in the community, helping kids learn, grow, and thrive at the Y.
The Los Alamos Co-Op was buzzing from the moment the first vendor set up shop. Read More
FBI: Jury Finds Taos Man Guilty Of First-Degree Murder And All Other Charges Related To Brutal 2023 Pueblo Slaying
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A federal jury returned guilty verdicts against Zebadiah Romero, 37, on all charges for the October 2023 premeditated murder of a Taos Pueblo man with a single gunshot to the back of his head. The verdict came after a weeklong trial and less than a day of deliberation.
According to evidence presented at trial, on Oct. 30, 2023, Romero, a non-Indian, shot and killed John Doe, an enrolled member of the Taos Pueblo, inside John Doe’s residence on the Taos Pueblo.
Romero had been evicted and banned from the Taos Pueblo before the murder. John Doe was discovered Nov. 4, 2023, after Read More