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Los Alamos Concert Association: 2016-17 Season

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 9:21 pm

Grammy Award winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet opens the LACA concert season at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 at the Duane Smith Auditorium. Courtesy photo

LACA presents Brown-Urioste-Canellakis Trio Nov. 5 at the Duane Smith Auditorium. Photo by Sophie Zhai

Hailed as the greatest American violinist active today, Joshua Bell performs Feb. 3 at the Duane Smith Auditorium. Photo by Chris Lee

LACA News:

A violin super star, a Grammy-winning guitar quartet, and a recipient of the piano world’s “genius grant” are just some of the pleasures in store during the Read More

Local Democrats Invited To Convention Watch Party

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 9:19 pm

The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County is hosting a Democratic National Convention watch party at 7 p.m., Monday at its campaign headquarters at 170 Central Park Square in the heart of downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

DEMOCRATIC PARTY News:

Calling all Los Alamos Democrats! The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County is hosting a watch party on Monday night.

Join us for the first night of the Democratic National Convention. Scheduled speakers include Sen. Bernie Sanders and First Lady Michelle Obama.

Democratic Convention Watch Party
Monday, July 25 at

Pinon Park Pool Offers Half Price Memberships

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 8:09 pm

Pinon Park Pool in White Rock. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Yikes, summer is half over and Pinon Park Pool in White Rock is offering a half-price sale for memberships until Sept. 5, 2016. The $200 assessment fee still applies.

Total Prices:

One adult: $425 – now $312.50;
Family of 2: $550 – now $375;
Family of 3: $650 – now $425; and
Family of 4+: $700 – now $450.

All memberships must include at least one person at least 18 years old. No guest passes come with membership; guest passes may be purchased by Piñon Park Pool members for $10 per guest per day, or at a discount if purchased Read More

Los Alamos Hosts Knights Of Columbus State Meeting

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 7:35 pm

Los Alamos hosts the statewide organizational meeting of members of the Knights of Columbus July 8-10 at IHM and the K of C Hall on DP Road. Photo by Bob Brewer

Knights of Columbus members from across the state register in the IHM Parish Hall July 8 for their organizational meeting. Photo by Bob Brewer

Knights of Columbus members gather in the IHM Parish Hall July 8 including Los Alamos officers: Grand Knight David Jolley, Deputy Grand Knight Martin Aguilera, Chancellor Chad Meyer, Recorder Joshua Sauppe, Financial Secretary Esteban Rougier, Advocate Bill Mairson, Treasurer Joe Gutierrez, Read More

Computer Issues Intermittently Close Los Alamos MVD

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 3:43 pm

The Motor Vehicle Department office at 997 Central Ave., in Los Alamos has intermittently closed during business hours over the last couple of weeks with a sign on the locked door stating ‘Closed until further notice’. A call to the local office Friday resulted in an answering machine saying there would be an 18 minute wait on the line. The Los Alamos Daily Post placed a call for comment Friday afternoon to the MVD in Santa Fe in which an employee explained that the Los Alamos office has been experiencing computer problems but is now back in business. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Attorney General Balderas Participates In U. S. Army War College Commandant’s National Security Program

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 1:52 pm

Attorney General Balderas, left, and Lt. Col. Thomas Gonzales at the Carlisle Barracks. Courtesy photo

From the Office of Attorney General Hector Balderas:

CARLISLE BARRACKS, PA ― This week, Attorney General Hector Balderas and Lt. Col. Thomas Gonzales, the joint counter drug coordinator of the New Mexico National Guard, participated in the United States Army War College’s 11th Annual Commandant’s National Security program: “Strategic Leadership for Global Challenges to National Security.”

This intensive program

Commission Accepts Taos Regional Water Plan

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 1:51 pm

ISC News:

SANTA FE ― The Interstate Stream Commission (ISC) on Thursday accepted the Taos Regional Water Plan.

The presentation of the plan to the commission by regional Steering Committee representatives Taos County Commissioner Tom Blakenhorn and Taos County Chief Planner Nathan Sanchez, focused on the key water issues, key collaborative strategies and regional recommendations for consideration in the state water plan update.

Members of the regional Steering Committees worked together to identify projects, programs and policies

Video Of New Mexico Roll Call At GOP Convention

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 1:51 pm

By KELLY BENNER

Los Alamos

Ever since I was little kid, I have dreamt of going to a convention and being on the floor as a delegate.

As an alternate delegate, Lisa Shin has been very generous in sharing her delegate badge with me so I can be on the floor. I have been able to spend a huge amount of time on the floor and yet, have no responsibility for voting. For me, it’s a dream come true.

Regardless who the candidate is, to enjoy the convention process, and spend time with members of the New Mexico Delegation has been an experience come true. The NM delegation is filled with

Espanola Valley Humane Society Renovates Clinic

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 1:35 pm

EVHS News:

ESPANOLA ― The Espanola Valley Humane Society (EVHS) has announced the opening of its newly renovated clinic space.

The clinic features a dedicated lobby and space for client consultations, a renovated surgery suite and increased capacity for animal recovery after spay/neuter or other surgeries. In addition, cats and dogs now have separate recovery areas.

“We’ve been working on this new clinic space for months, and it’s wonderful to offer this new opportunity to better serve the community,” EVHS Executive Director Bridget Lindquist said. “The Española

Los Alamos History Museum Coloring Contest Winners

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 1:21 pm

HISTORY MUSEUM News:

The Los Alamos History Museum is excited to congratulate the winners of the museum’s coloring contest: Kalylah H. (1st place), Lilja S. (2nd place), and Oceanah G. (3rd place).

The coloring contest was open to all ages during the month of June and artists as young as 4 and as old as 70 submitted their interpretations of a coloring page from Meet Bences Gonzales. The three winners will get a pizza party at Ashley Pond Park and a special guided tour of the Romero Cabin, which Bences Gonzales helped to build.

Honorable mentions are

Chamber Golf Focuses On Fun & Fundraising July 29

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 1:17 pm

This year’s golf tournament features a breakfast buffet with Mimosas and Bloody Marys, a unique course with skills contests and fun competitions, and a delicious lunch afterward. Courtesy image

CHAMBER News:

The annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament to benefit United Way of Northern New Mexico is scheduled for a 9 a.m., shotgun start, Friday, July 29, at the Los Alamos Golf Course.

This year, instead of a traditional Golf Tournament, the activity will focus more on raising funds for the United Way of Northern New Mexico and less on being

Nuclear Watch New Mexico Seeks To Invalidate New Cleanup Order For LANL

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 1:09 pm

DOE News:

Nuclear Watch New Mexico amended its complaint against the U.S. Department of Energy and Los Alamos National Security, LLC, which alleges 12 cleanup violations of the 2005 Consent Order issued by the New Mexico Environment Department for Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).

The amendment is asking the federal court to invalidate the recently issued Consent Order because the Department did not hold a formal public hearing as required by federal and state hazardous waste laws and regulations.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is the owner of LANL, and the Los Alamos National Security,

Obituary: Luciano A. Torres July 21, 2016

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 12:58 pm

LUCIANO A. TORRES July 21, 2016

Luciano A. Torres, 85, a resident of Española, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2016.

Luciano is survived by his children, Bart Torres, Julie Torres, Mario Torres and Derek Torres.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society. Private services will be held.

The family of Luciano A. Torres has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Española Valley. 505.747.7477 – www.devargasfuneral.com. Read More

NMHM Partners With Link TV To Screen ARTBOUND

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 24, 2016 - 12:57 pm

NMHM News:

SANTA FE ― The New Mexico History Museum has partnered with Link TV for a special screening of the Emmy® award-winning arts and culture series ARTBOUND, which showcases the new documentary film “Charles Lummis: Reimagining the American West.”

The event is free to the public and explores Charles Fletcher Lummis – one of the Southwest’s key and most controversial figures, at 6 p.m. July 29, at the New Mexico History Museum. Lummis had a profound impact on the Santa Fe region, having lived on the

Pastor Granillo: The Meaning Of Life

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 12:49 pm

Pastor RAUL GRANILLO

Los Alamos

The Meaning of Life.

“Meaningless! Meaningless!” says the Teacher. “Utterly meaningless! Everything is meaningless.” Ecclesiastes 1:2 (NIV)

I have no doubt that everyone has had that moment when they have asked themselves, “Why do I bother?”

Sometimes it’s in a semi-humorous situation, like asking not to be transferred for the 12^th time, while trying to get the right Internet tech on the phone, only to find yourself disconnected or listening to the automated message you started with. Other times it can be more serious, like

Daily Postcard: Evening Sky Colors Los Alamos

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 12:47 pm

Daily Postcard: Friday’s evening Sky Colors Downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

NMDOT Announces I-25 Lane Closures July 24-Aug. 1

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 24, 2016 - 4:20 am

NMDOT News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) continues construction on the I-25/NM14 (Cerrillos Road) Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) south of Santa Fe.

Motorists can expect various lane closures and delays on I-25 from mile marker 276.00 to mile marker 278.00.

Sunday July 24-28, starting at 7 a.m. the I-25 northbound lanes will be reduced to one lane. The I-25 northbound off ramp (Exit 278) to NM 14 (Cerrillos Road) will be CLOSED. Traffic will be detoured to Exit 276 (NM 599) Interchange to access NM14. Exit 278 will be REOPENED at 6 a.m. Tuesday, July Read More

Heinrich Secures Final Passage Of Measure To Enhance Security Of Non-Secure, Perimeter Areas At Airports

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 23, 2016 - 11:14 pm

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D. C. ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) led a group of senators in securing final passage of a provision he introduced earlier this year to enhance U.S. airport and mass transit security.

The provision was included in the bipartisan, bicameral Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) extension, which authorizes the agency and its programs through September 30, 2017 and passed the Senate by a vote of 89 to 4. The bill now goes to the President to be signed into law.

The provision expands the number

Local GOP Hosts Summer Picnic Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 23, 2016 - 8:48 pm

The Republican Party of Los Alamos and the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women hosted their annual summer picnic today at the Ashley Pond Pavilion. Festivities kicked off at 11 a.m. with food, give-a-ways for the kids and a bouncy house. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com