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Rotary: Girl Scout Video Project Benefits Bandelier

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 8:49 pm

At a recent Rotary Club meeting, Rotarian and Girl Scout leader Laura Loy, left, introduced members of Troop 10635 as they presented two videos the troop created about preserving the archaeological ruins at Bandelier National Monument. The Scouts, including Megan Harden, Kaya Loy, Emily McLaughlin and, not pictured, Marissa Mieirdierks, attend Los Alamos Middle School. A 30-second video will run soon at Reel Deal Theater; the other, a two-minute video, will be featured at the Bandelier Visitors Center. The video production, a 50-hour project, which was funded by the Rotary Read More

Parks & Recreation Board Hosts Special Public Meeting On Recreation Capital Projects At Fuller Lodge Aug. 28

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 8:33 pm

COUNTY News:

The public is invited to attend a special Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Wednesday, Aug. 28 at Fuller.

The purpose of the public meeting Lodge to review and comment on preliminary designs for three recreation facility projects that include the Kiddie/Mutigenerational Pool at the Aquatic Center, Piñon Park Splash Pad and Golf Course Irrigation Improvements.

Presentations begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by a question and answer period for each project.

In the interest of managing time, the projects will be presented in the following order and approximate Read More

NPS: $1.17 Million To Preserve American Battlefields

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 8:27 pm

Cannon Manassas National Battlefield. Courtesy/NPS

NPS News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The National Park Service announced Tuesday that $1.17 million in Battlefield Preservation Planning Grants for 16 battlefields across 10 states.

Grants will help preserve endangered battlefields representing more than 500 years of American history. Historians and preservationists will use these funds to assist in research, documentation and interpretive planning.

“As the nation’s steward of history, the National Park Service seeks to preserve and interpret all Americans’

SFCC And SFHEC Closed On Labor Day Sept. 2

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 8:23 pm

SFCC News:

Santa Fe Community College and the Santa Fe Higher Education Center will close in observance of Labor Day Monday, Sept. 2.

All campus facilities at both locations will be closed.

No classes or activities will be held and no other student services will be available. SFCC’s child development center, Kids Campus, and the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center will also be closed.

The SFCC main campus (6401 Richards Ave.) and the Santa Fe Higher Education Center (1950 Siringo Road) will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 3.

Late-starting Fall 2019 Credit and

LAPD Cmdr. Ballew And Sgt. Ross Graduate From Northwestern Executive Management Program

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 3:20 pm

Los Alamos Police Cmdr. Preston Ballew, right, graduates earlier this month from the prestigious Northwestern Executive Management Program. Courtesy/LAPD

Los Alamos Police Sgt. Chris Ross, right, graduates earlier this month from the prestigious Northwestern Executive Management Program. Courtesy/LAPD

LAPD News:

Los Alamos Police Cmdr. Preston Ballew and Sgt. Chris Ross recently graduated from the prestigious Northwestern Executive Management Program.

This three-week program, the third in a series of law enforcement leadership programs, provides the policy-making executive Read More

NMDOH Warns Of Vaping-Associated Lung Disease

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 3:07 pm

NMDOH News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is investigating possible cases of lung disease that are associated with vaping.

A 29-year old male from Bernalillo County was determined to have vaping-associated lung disease and three additional cases are under investigation. All have reported use of vape cartridges, possibly containing Tetra hydro cannabinol (THC). There have been similar cases reported in at least 14 other states.

All cases under investigation have been hospitalized with severe breathing problems after vaping including cough,

HSD Secretary Rewards State Employee With His Reserved Parking Space For 30 Days

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 2:59 pm

Jee W. Hwang, economist supervisor at his reserved parking space. Courtesy/HSD

HSD News:

SANTA FE ― New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) Cabinet Secretary David R. Scrase, M.D. recently rewarded state employee, Jee W. Hwang, economist supervisor for the Income Support Division at HSD for discovering a discrepancy, researching and identifying errors in the March, April and May monthly statistical reports and correcting the data for the June report before it was published.

Hwang is recognized for identifying a problem, fixing it and bringing it to his supervisors.

LAHS 2019 Homecoming Parade Friday Sept. 20

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 2:36 pm

LAHS News:

LAHS Homecoming Parade is 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20. Staging begins at 1:30 p.m. in the Canyon Complex parking lot at Central Avenue and 4th Street.

The parade route travels west on Central Avenue merging onto Canyon Road.

These roads and other access roads will be closed during the parade.

Griggs: Crossing The Atlantic

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 2:09 pm

The Winged Bull of Sargon in the Assyrian collection at the British Museum. Photo by David Griggs

By DAVID GRIGGS

Foreign Correspondent

Los Alamos Daily Post

Greetings from the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

What a trip! All three big Cunarders were in Southampton at the same time: Queen Mary II, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria.

This is a voyage I have wanted to make since I was a child. I am following the footsteps (so to speak) of my ancestors who sailed from England to the New World in 1640. I am making the crossing across the Atlantic Ocean in a bit more style and a lot faster,

‘Keyhole Garden’ To Film In New Mexico

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 2:03 pm

NMFO News:

SANTA FE ― New Mexico Film Office Director Todd Christensen announced that the feature film “Keyhole Garden” will begin principal photography Aug. 26 in New Mexico.

The film will be directed by Marco Perego-Saldana and produced by Julie Yorn (Hell or High Water), Alexandra Milchan (The Wolf of Wall Street), Robert Kravis (The Rum Diary), Karl Herrmann (Dinner in America), and Perego-Saldana, from a screenplay written by Perego-Saldana and Rick Rapoza.

The production will be shot in Albuquerque and employ approximately 100 New Mexico crew members, 40 New Mexico actors and

Donate Blood At First Baptist Church Aug. 29-30

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 1:55 pm

Luján Honors Distinguished Vietnam War Veteran

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 1:54 pm

CONGRESSIONAL News:

TAOS ― U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), the U.S. House Assistant Speaker, presented a local Vietnam War veteran with the Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin – a commendation of the nation’s lasting thanks to U.S. military veterans who served during the Vietnam War.

At a ceremony Monday in Taos, Luján presented Louis Trujillo with the Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin to thank and honor Trujillo for his service to the country.

“Louis Trujillo is a valued community member whose sacrifice to our country has earned him the Purple Heart award, the Bronze Star, and a Combat

Interfaith Los Alamos Supports New Refugee Students

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 1:13 pm

A teenage student from a refugee family with his new backpack containing a complete set of school supplies. Courtesy/ILA

A young refugee student holds his new supplies. Courtesy/ILA

Refugee students recently arrived in Albuquerque gather with their school supplies. Courtesy/ILA

Interfaith Los Alamos News:

This summer has been a very busy time for school-age kids of refugee families recently arrived in Albuquerque.

They have to get prepared to enroll in a completely strange (to them) school, while at the same time learn English, how to get around Albuquerque

Red Cross Offers Students Back To School Safety Tips

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 12:58 pm

American Red Cross News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The school bells are calling students back to the classroom, and the American Red Cross wants to make sure students are safe as they head back to school for the upcoming year.

“While safety is a top priority for all students, there are special steps for parents of younger kids and those headed to school for the first time,” Regional Communication Manager Jim Gilloon said. “Make sure the child knows their phone number, address, how to get in touch with their parents at work, how to get in touch with another trusted adult and how to dial 9-1-1. Teach

NWS: Today’s High Near 83; Tonight’s Low Around 55

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 12:47 pm

The National Weather Service forecasts today’s high in Los Alamos near 83 with a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon and tonight’s low around 55. Courtesy/NWS Read More

Daily Postcard: Eastern View From Main Hill Road

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 12:40 pm

Daily Postcard: View looking east Sunday from the Main Hill Road. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Los Alamos Charter School Fate Decided Thursday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 21, 2019 - 12:01 am

EDUCATION News:

The Public Education Commission meeting to vote on the application of Polaris Charter School to be chartered by the State of New Mexico is scheduled for 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22 in Mabry Hall, 300 Don Gaspar in Santa Fe.

Polaris is applying for a state charter in Los Alamos to serve grades 6-8 and represented by founders, Elizabeth Martineau, Bill Hargraves, Scott B. Johnson, Branden Wilman-Kozimor and Amy Bartlett-Gaunt.

A report prepared by New Mexico Public Education Department staff recommends denial of the application, however, this is only a recommendation and the Public Read More

Secret City Summer Concert: Last To Know Band & The Boomroots Collective At Ashley Pond Pavilion Friday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 20, 2019 - 11:15 pm

Last to Know plays Friday night at the Ashley Pond Pavilion. Courtesy photo

SUMMER CONCERT News:

The Los Alamos County Secret City Summer Concert Series features Last to Know Friday night at the Ashley Pond Pavilion.

Based in Taos, Last to Know is a seven-piece band blending the heartiest world rhythms with jam-band passion, while muddying the lines between Americana roots music, country, disco, funk and bluegrass.

They have played the Main Stage at the annual Taos Solar Music Festival – a stage graced by Los Lobos, Michael Franti and Spearhead, String Cheese Incident, Richard Thompson, Read More

The Family YMCA Announces New Sports, Youth & Family Director Espinoza

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 20, 2019 - 11:02 pm

Sharleen Espinoza

Y News:

The Los Alamos Family YMCA announced that Sharleen Espinoza has accepted the position of Sports, Youth & Family director; she will begin her new position immediately.

Espinoza has worked for The Family YMCA since 2012, first as a Welcome Center representative and then as the Member Services coordinator before leaving last year to continue her education.

The Y said that she is passionate about coaching youth sports and has extensive coaching experience working with elementary-aged children through young adults. Adding that she believes that children introduced Read More

National Park Service Awards More Than $2.8 Million In Grants To Preserve And Interpret World War II Japanese American Confinement Sites

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on August 20, 2019 - 11:02 pm

Among the new grant projects, the Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation will continue to restore the only remaining root cellar at the site. In 1942, incarcerees constructed the root cellar to store produce grown as part of the center’s agricultural program. Courtesy/Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation

NPS News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The National Park Service today announced more than $2.8 million in Japanese American Confinement Sites grants to fund 19 preservation, restoration, and education projects. These projects will help tell the story of the more than 120,000 Japanese