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Heinrich Fights For Pathway To Affordable College

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2019 - 1:06 pm
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
 
U.S. SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) reintroduced the Degrees Not Debt Act to ensure higher education is accessible and affordable to all New Mexicans.
 
The legislation is part of Senator Heinrich’s initiative to build a brighter economic future for students in New Mexico.
 
“There’s no doubt that a college education is still one of the surest ways to gain the skills needed to build a successful career, but we need to make sure New Mexicans have a fair shot at affording it without being crushed by debt,” Heinrich
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Second Person Admits To Defrauding Dr. Pepper

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2019 - 1:05 pm
FBI News:
 
HOUSTON, Texas ― A 53-year-old Houston man has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud for his participation in a scheme to defraud Dr. Pepper Snapple Group Inc. (DPSG), U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Patrick announced.
 
Joseph A. Isaac admitted to participating in the scheme from 2010 through Feb. 17, 2015 with Anna Maria Sites, 42, of Friendswood, Texas by not paying rebates to those who had requested them.
 
Isaac was the majority shareholder of FulFill Plus Inc., which administered the DPSG rebate campaigns. The rebates included returned bottle caps or for switching
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New Mexico Sen. Carlos R. Cisneros Has Died

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2019 - 12:08 am

Sen. Carlos R. Cisneros

STATE News:

Speaker Brian Egolf issued the following statement on the passing of Sen. Carlos R. Cisneros:

“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Sen. Carlos Cisneros. He was a dedicated public servant, serving his community since 1985. His hard work in the Senate was exemplified through his commitment to the capital outlay process, which he always led with integrity.

Just last week I had the pleasure of being with Senator Cisneros in Taos for a community meeting, where he was open and receptive to the concerns of his constituents and eager to keep moving New Mexico Read More

Benefit Ride To The Springs Draws More Than 50 Riders To Support Injured La Cueva Teen Wyatt Taylor

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 11:05 pm

Riders arrive Saturday morning in the parking lot at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 401 Trinity Dr. for the start of the Ride to the Springs, a benefit ride for La Cueva teen Wyatt Taylor seriously injured in a RTV accident in 2017. The effort raised more than $11,702 to help offset reconstructive procedures Taylor is facing and support the Catholic church in Jemez Springs. Taylor and the church will each receive a check for $5,851. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com 

Guest of Honor Wyatt Taylor and his mom Michelle were presented with prayer shawls from Nancy Kossar on behalf Read More

Traffic Alert: Road Closures During Homecoming Parade

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 10:50 pm
Traffic Alert:
 
The Los Alamos High School Homecoming Parade is 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 and staging begins at 1:30 p.m. at Central Avenue and 4th Street (Canyon Complex).
 
The parade route will travel west on Central Avenue merging onto Canyon Road. 
 
These roads and other access roads will be closed during the parade.
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President Trump Intends To Win New Mexico

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 8:56 pm
President Donald Trump shares his intention to win New Mexico in the 2020 election during his campaign rally Monday evening at the Santa Ana Star Center in Rio Rancho. Photo by KayLinda Crawford/ladailypost.com
 
A diverse crowd of all ages showed support for President Donald Trump at his campaign rally Monday evening in Rio Rancho. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
 
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post

RIO RANCHO – Speaking to a crowd that onsite officials estimate at 15,000 Monday night, President Donald Trump made his case for coming to New Mexico

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Aditya Viswanthan Discusses His Photography Tonight

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 6:05 pm

Aditya Viswanathan will talk about his photography adventures at 6:30 p.m. today at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC

 

PEEC News:

 

Aditya Viswanthan is an award winning photographer who has traveled around the world photographing birds, butterflies, fish, mammals and landscapes … and he is only 10 years old.

 

The community is invited to join Viswanathan at 6:30 p.m. today at the Los Alamos Nature Center to learn about his photography adventures and hear how other kids can get involved in this exciting hobby.

 

This talk is free to attend and no registration Read More

‘ALIGNMENT’ Premieres At BESC Wednesday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 5:48 pm

Local Playwright Robert Benjamin

Theater News:

Los Alamos Living Treasure Robert Benjamin is at it again with his plays for the people.

The Sept. 18 performance is 12:45 p.m. at the Betty Ehart Center, followed by an Oct. 3 performance at 12:45 p.m. at the White Rock Senior Center.

“ALIGNMENT” is a new 10-minute comedy about “aging” by Benjamin and performed by Pat Beck and Kelly Dolejsi. When her old car needs repairs, the mechanic offers her options to align the car’s front-end, but are these repairs affordable and is it worth the effort? Who is the mysterious mechanic, anyway?

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Self Help Celebrates 50 Years Helping Neighbors

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 5:21 pm

SELF HELP News:

Self Help, Inc marks 50 years of service Oct. 5 with a celebratory and fundraising gala in Kelly Hall at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church.

The event is a food and wine tasting extravaganza featuring the talents of Pig + Fig and inspired by the west coast.

Tickets are $65 and include food, wine, live and silent auctions and commemorative a glass.

Self Help invites friends old and new throughout the community to come enjoy good company, learn about the organization’s history, and raise money to fight poverty in northern New Mexico for years to come.

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Secretary Bernhardt Announces Over $100 Million In Public-Private Funding For Wetland Conservation

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 5:15 pm
DOI News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, chaired by U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, approved $28 million in funding for various wetland conservation projects.
 
Marking its 30th anniversary since enactment, the 2019 North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grants will be used to ensure waterfowl and other birds are protected throughout their life cycles. Of the funds issued, $23.9 million was allocated for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and its partners to conserve or restore more than 150,000 acres of wetland and
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Dave Trujillo Presents First Show At Karen Wray Gallery

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 4:39 pm

Image of work by Donato Spitzer and David Trujillo. The community is invited to the opening reception of their show, 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Karen Wray Gallery, 1247 Central Ave., Suite D-2 Courtesy/KRG

 

By MANDY MARKSTEINER
Los Alamos
 
For the past 10 years, David Trujillo has been one of the most popular and best-selling artists at the Karen Wray Gallery. This fall, he will co-present his first exhibition, “I should Have Known by Now,” with artist Donato Spitzer.
 
David Trujillo with one of his scrap-metal sculptures. Courtesy/KRG

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Family Issues Statement On Passing Of Scott Udall

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 4:10 pm

Scott Sterling Udall was born May 15, 1949 in Tucson. For the last 35 years, he made Flagstaff, Ariz. his home. Courtesy photo

From Tom Udall Press Office:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Udall family issued the following statement announcing the passing of their brother Scott Sterling Udall.

Scott Udall is survived by his siblings U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), Lynn Udall, Lori Udall, Denis Udall and Jay Udall.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved brother, Scott Sterling Udall.

“In his youth, Scott was a mountain climber, outdoorsman, writer and storyteller. While living Read More

Shop On The Corner Holds Big Sale Wednesday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 3:59 pm

The Shop on the Corner is holding a 50 percent off sale 8:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church at 3900 Trinity Dr. Courtesy photo

SHOP ON THE CORNER News:

The Shop on the Corner thrift store on the lower level of Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church at Canyon Road andDiamond Drive will host a 50 percent off sale on all clothing and shoes 8:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday.

The sale extends to the boutique and the community is invited to attend. Read More

Immigrant Youth Group Endorse Haaland For 2020

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2019 - 3:39 pm
UWDA News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE ― Immigrant youth of United We Dream Action have announced their first round of 2020 endorsements for 11 congressional champions including U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland (NM-01).
 
These candidates have proven themselves to be true leaders in protecting immigrant youth and communities.

In 2018, immigrant youth and allies of United We Dream Action endorsed candidates, ran ads and knocked on doors to make the voices of the community heard and in the 2020 election cycle, these voices will be heard even louder.

First Members of the United We Dream Action 2020 Endorsement
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