New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 11,809 With 1 More Deaths And 5,264 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 192 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County now at 8 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update announces 1 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 45 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 4 new cases in Chaves County
- 3 new case in Cibola County
- 6 new cases in Curry County
- 27 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 3 new cases in Eddy County
- 6 new cases in Lea County
- 1 new case in Los Alamos County
- 6 new cases
Chart 106: COVID-19 In New Mexico June 28
The bars show the number of deaths versus day, and the line shows the seven-day average. source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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Letter To The Editor: Something More On ‘What Is Science’
By Dr. T. Douglas Reilly
Los Alamos
I wish to add something to Don Neeper’s June 25 Op-ed in the Post, What is Science? I believe what local politicians mean when they say COVID virus will be managed “according to science”, is they will try to follow the advice of scientists.
What is the meaning of the word SCIENCE? It comes from the Latin word SCIRE (pronounced shear-ay) that has two meanings; to know and to divide (like shear). That is to say, the basic sense in which we use science is meaning KNOWLEDGE.
Experimental science leads to data, facts if you will; theoretical science attempts to place these Read More
New Mexico Delegation Applauds HUD Grant To Help Alleviate Risk Of COVID-19 Among Homeless Population
New Mexico Delegation News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representatives Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Deb Haaland (D-N.M.) and Xochitl Torres Small (D-N.M.) announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $15,455,067 to the state of New Mexico and the City of Albuquerque to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic in communities with at-risk individuals and families who are homeless or receiving homelessness assistance.
The funds are part of the $4 billion in grant funding for emergency housing solutions Read More
Chart 105: COVID-19 In New Mexico June 27
The bars show the number of hospitalizations, reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, versus day. Created by Eli Ben-NaimTales Of Our Times: Regulation Provides Freedom To Trade Smartly, Far & Wide
Tales of Our TimesBy JOHN BARTLIT
New Mexico Citizens
for Clean Air & Water
Regulation Provides Freedom To Trade Smartly, Far & Wide
The Fourth of July is a time to think about our country and how it grew.
A busy squawking these days says “kill regulation” so prosperity will rise. Regulation is likened to a Trojan horse rolled out to snatch away property rights. Yet, our history, with its origins in England and further back, tells a very different story. The course of property rights was conceived, shaped, and secured in regulations needed for business to thrive.
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Latest Progress On N.M. 502 Roundabout
Progress on the roundabout on N.M. 502 at Central Avenue and Trinity Drive shows concrete recently poured on a portion of the roadway visible just in front of the heavy machinery at right. Photo by Ed Birnbaum
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Special School Board Meeting Held Virtually Monday
LAPS News:
A Special School Board Meeting will be held virtually at 5:30 p.m. Monday, June 29.
This virtual meeting is open to the public. Use the following link to live stream this meeting: https://stream.meet.google.com/stream/d3c3c2de-e057-4ddc-8385-6c0108b7fb69.
To submit comments during the meeting, use: public.comments@laschools.net
Agenda
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Call to Order President Ellen Ben-Naim will call the meeting to order
3. Roll Call
4. Presentations and Recommendations of the Superintendent and Information for the Board
Item Strategic Plan Focus Area
8.1 Read More
Posts From The Road: Fredericksburg, Texas
Advertising: Pickups are big everywhere but they are the vehicle of choice for many Texans. Wineries often use old and vintage trucks to advertise their business and attract the eyes of passing motorists such as this pickup in front of the Texas Heritage Winery and Tasting Room in Fredericksburg, Texas. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
The Vereins Kirche: The original Vereins Kirche was constructed by German settlers after arriving in 1846 in Fredericksburg, Texas. The octagon shaped structure is of German decent and the first public building constructed by the settlers. The facility Read More
Fr. Glenn: A Chosen Race
By Fr. Glenn Jones
As you know all too well, the issue of race and racism has dominated the last couple of months, despite even the COVID-19 pandemic. This emphasis on eliminating racism and bigotry is a wonderful goal without doubt, but counterproductive if violence and property destruction worsens the disease rather than cures it, for one does not solve injustice by being unjust—the obvious “two wrongs don’t make a right” wisdom.
So, in combating bigotry, we mustn’t cultivate bigotry by inadvertently sowing weeds of resentment with the good wheat of equality and true growth. True peace requires Read More
Kindness Rocks Lifting Spirits Around Los Alamos
Sweet little rocks with messages of kindness are lifting spirits all over Los Alamos including these nestled into the crevices of boulders in Walnut and Rendija canyons. Photo by Jeffrey Howell 
A small kindness rock spotted recently tucked into the crevice of a boulder. Photo by Jeffrey Howell
A tiny kindness rock spotted recently tucked into the crevice of a large boulder. Photo by Jeffrey HowellNew Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Signs Senate Bill 4 To Ensure Safe And Accessible November Elections
NMHD News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed a new bill Friday meant to guarantee public health precautions will be in place for all New Mexico voters for the upcoming November elections.
Senate Bill 4, sponsored by Sen. Daniel Ivey-Soto (D-Albuquerque), and Rep. Linda Trujillo (D-Albuquerque), establishes clear guidelines for the Secretary of State and county clerks to conduct safe and efficient elections despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Responding to the hurdles of holding elections in an ongoing pandemic, Senate Bill 4 contains provisions that require Personal Protection Read More
SFNF Issues Closure Order For Winsor Ridge Fire
SFNF News:
SANTA FE – The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has issued a closure order today for recreation sites, Forest Service roads and trails, and areas within the Pecos Wilderness impacted by the Winsor Ridge Fire, which began Friday.
The closure order protects public health and safety during fire operations.
The closure order is in effect 6 a.m. today until the Incident Command Post for the Winsor Ridge Fire is demobilized or until it is rescinded earlier.
The order applies to the following areas:
Recreation sites:
- Cowles Ponds Fishing Site
- Cowles Parking Areas
- Cowles Campground
- Winsor
Daily Postcard: Rose Garden On Grand Canyon Drive
Daily Postcard: A garden filled with colorful roses blooming on the grounds of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 366 Grand Canyon Dr. in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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Udall, Heinrich Introduce Legislation To Rename All Bases And Other Military Assets Named For The Confederacy Within One Year
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), along with 34 Senate Democrats, have introduced standalone legislation requiring the Pentagon to remove all names, symbols, displays, monuments, and paraphernalia that honor or commemorate the Confederate States of America and anyone who voluntarily served it from all military bases and other assets of the Department of Defense.
The Pentagon must rename the assets within one year.
“Our military installations should not honor the Confederacy —a betrayal of our country in order to preserve Read More
North Central Regional Transit District Blue Buses Holiday Closure July 3; RTD 255 Mountain Trail To Operate
The North Central Regional Transit District’s RTD Blue Bus. Courtesy/NCRTD
NCRTD News:
The North Central Regional Transit District’s RTD Blue Buses will not be in service Friday, July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
The exception will be the 255 Mountain Trail to the Santa Fe National Forest, which will be in operation that day.
Saturday, July 4, the 255 Mountain Trail and the weekend 305 Taos Express will be in service.
Both routes are operating on a reservation-only system beginning June 29. Masks are required to ride, and seating is limited to four passengers due to social Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 11,619 With 2 More Deaths And 5,251 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 209 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 7 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update announces 2 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 37 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 4 new cases in Curry County
- 24 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 4 new cases in Eddy County
- 7 new cases in Hidalgo County
- 6 new cases in Lea County
- 2 new cases in Luna County
- 23 new
Friday Marked Nine Years Since Las Conchas Fire
Scene of the Las Conches Fire June 26, 2011, which ultimately burned 156,593 acres. Courtesy/NWS
NWS News:
Friday marked the 9th anniversary of the Las Conches Fire, which began June 26, 2011 when a tree fell on a power line 12 miles southwest of Los Alamos.
The fire spread quickly, burning more than 40,000 acres its first day.
By the time it was contained at the end of the month, the fire burned 156,593 acres. At the time it was the largest wildfire in New Mexico history.
Las Conches Destruction:
- Damaged or destroyed 80 homes as well as numerous outbuildings;
- Completely destroyed 10 vehicles;
- Forced
Governor Establishes Civil Rights Commission; Signs Election Protections, Solvency Measures Into Law
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed into law three measures Friday afternoon approved in the recently concluded special session she convened to address the state budget as well as the public health, economic and human rights emergencies exacerbated by the global pandemic.
The New Mexico Legislature delivered eight pieces of legislation to the governor’s desk. Friday the governor signed House Bill 5, Senate Bill 4 and Senate Bill 5.
CIVIL RIGHTS
House Bill 5 establishes the New Mexico Civil Rights Commission, a bipartisan nine-member body. Read More
Friends Of Libraries And LAPS Foundation Award 2020 June Ettinger Memorial Scholarship To Amaya Coblentz
2020 June Ettinger Memorial Scholarship recipient Amaya Coblentz. Courtesy/LAPSF
LAPS Foundation News:
The Friends of the Los Alamos County Libraries, in partnership with the Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation, have awarded the 2020 June Ettinger Memorial Scholarship to 2020 Los Alamos High School graduate Amaya Coblentz for her review of the book Train by Danny M. Cohen.
The scholarship was created to honor those who love books. Applicants were asked to write a personal narrative concerning an age-appropriate book that was not required for school and that has not been translated into Read More