Ten Los Alamos High School Native American Seniors Recognized At 2026 Sash Ceremony
Ten LAHS Native American students received their 2026 sashes during a Sash Ceremony attended by family, friends, LAPS staff members, tribal representatives and other dignitaries. Pictured with Santa Clara Pueblo/Jicarilla Apache Cris Velarde are Hannah Waldschmidt, Alessandra Valencia, Hailey Duran, Laila Muller, Graeme Martinez, Liliana Griego, James Gurule, Abegail Brown, River Sheppard and Steven Romero. Courtesy/LAPS
Santa Clara Pueblo/Jicarilla Apache Weaver Cris Velarde tells the story of the sash. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
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Unemployment Insurance Operations Center To Close Monday In Observance Of Memorial Day
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — All New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) offices, including the Unemployment Insurance Operations Center, will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
The Unemployment Insurance Tax & Claims System (www.jobs.state.nm.us) is available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Customer Service Agents in the Unemployment Insurance Operations Center will be available when business hours resume at 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 26. The business hours of the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Operations Center are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Read More
Daily Postcard: Fence Lizard Lives Up To Name
Daily Postcard: A fence lizard lives up to its name on Richard Court in White Rock. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Sacred Space: New Mexico Museum Of Natural History & Science Hosts Astronomy Lecture By Vatican Researcher
Br. Guy J. Consolmagno, S.J.
President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation
Area of Research: Asteroids and Meteorites
NMDCA News:
The community is invited to attend a lecture from Brother Guy Consolmagno, Director Emeritus of the Vatican Observatory, from 6-7:30 p.m. on June 8 at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science.
The lecture, titled “Discarded Worlds: Astronomical ideas that were almost correct”, looks at the long history of ideas about the cosmos—from Ptolemy in Ancient Rome to the 19th century astronomers Schiaparelli and Pickering—that proved to be almost correct. Read More
United Way Northern New Mexico Announces New Executive Director Donna Milanovich
Retiring UWNNM Executive Director Cindy Padilla, left, and incoming Executive Director Donna Milanovich, who has served as the organization’s Director of Corporate & Community Engagement for the last three years, pose for a photo at the annual Appreciation Dinner on May 14 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A crowd gathers for the 2026 Donor Appreciation Dinner held on May 14 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Aamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
The United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) Board of Directors has Read More
McQuiston: The Hill On The Way Down From Los Alamos … How To Save Your Brakes And Your Nerves
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
You’re heading down the truck route or the main hill out of town, the road drops away in front of you, and you can feel the car wanting to pick up speed. So you do what feels natural: you ride the brake the whole way down. By the bottom, there’s a faint burning smell and the pedal feels a little soft. You made it, but something didn’t feel right about how you got there.
If you live in Los Alamos, you make this drive constantly, and the descent is steep enough and long enough that it asks something real of your car. It’s easy to treat it like Read More
County Opens Online Platform For Local Businesses
A screenshot of the Visit Los Alamos homepage. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
In February, Los Alamos County hit the button to make the business and events directories on the Los Alamos County website as well as Visit Los Alamos website go live, providing a platform for local businesses and nonprofits to promote themselves and events at no charge.
Economic Development Project Manager Anita Barela said there are 71 businesses registered on the site, but hopefully more will take advantage of the opportunity.
“We have this great thing for people Read More
Hand: What Have I Done For You Lately?
By MELANEE HAND
Candidate For Re-Election
Los Alamos County Councilor
As I seek the opportunity to continue serving Los Alamos County, I want to share how I have contributed behind the scenes over the past four-plus years. Anyone can see how I voted on hundreds of issues and initiatives in Council Sessions over the four plus years I have already served, and to mention only a few popular topics does not encompass the full scope of the job as a County Councilor.
The work of a County Councilor is often constrained by the Open Meetings Act and by the structure of our government, where no Councilor can direct Read More
Cathy D’Anna Retires As DPU PR Manager
Department of Public Utilities Public Relations Manager Cathy D’Anna retired May 19 after 20 years of service to Los Alamos County. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Working for a public utility company was never something Cathy D’Anna planned to do; but pivoting in her job led to a career she said she has loved.
Now, after four-and-a-half years working as the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities’ (DPU) Public Relations Manager, D’Anna retired on May 19. DPU Conservation Coordinator Abbey Hayward has taken Read More
ACT Announces Temporary Service Suspensions
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Due to a staff shortage, Atomic City Transit (ACT) will suspend operations of Route 2M and certain peak service trips on Routes 6 and 1 beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, until further notice. The County apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates its riders’ understanding during this time.
Transit Manager James Barela indicated that this decision was not made lightly.
“Suspending these services is a difficult decision because we understand how important and widely used they are by our residents,” Read More
County Addresses Pedestrian Concerns Along Central
One five on-street parking spaces located near crosswalks between 15th Street and 20th Street that have been removed through placement of yellow diagonal/crosshatch markings and yellow curb to indicate parking prohibition, due to concerns expressed about pedestrian safety. Courtesy/LAC
Another of the five on-street parking spaces located near crosswalks between 15th Street and 20th Street along Central Avenue has been removed through placement of yellow diagonal/crosshatch markings and yellow curb to indicate parking prohibition, due to concerns expressed about pedestrian safety. Read More
Specter Endorses Steven Lynne For County Council
By ELLEN SPECTER
Los Alamos
I wholeheartedly endorse Steven Lynne for County Council and urge you to join me in voting for him in the primary which is currently underway.
I have known Steven for over 25 years. When I served on the School Board 2017-2026, we worked together regularly to discuss and collaborate on joint LAPS-Los Alamos County projects and issues of common concern.
Steven is the epitome of a servant leader who wants to continue to contribute to the wellbeing of our community. He embodies honesty, integrity and thoughtfulness. I admire Steven’s calm decision making process, which Read More
Piñon Splash Pad Opening Tomorrow For 2026 Season
Piñon Splash Pad in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division has announced the Piñon Splash Pad at 10 Sherwood Blvd. in White Rock will open for the season at 10 a.m., Friday, May 22.
The Splash Pad is operational 10 a.m.–7 p.m., seven days a week, and is scheduled to be open through Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1, 2026.
Adult supervision is recommended for the Splash Pad area, as this is an unsupervised facility. Athletic or similar equipment is not allowed, and animals are prohibited. Those using the facility are asked not to climb on the water features Read More
Rising Stars Of Chamber Music: Isidore String Quartet To Perform In Los Alamos June 6
LACA News:
The Los Alamos Concert Association (LACA) is thrilled to welcome the Isidore String Quartet to the Duane Smith Auditorium at 3 p.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Winners of a 2023 Avery Fisher Career Grant and the 14th Banff International String Quartet Competition, the New York City-based ensemble is recognized as one of the most gifted young quartets performing today. Violinist Phoenix Avalon is originally from Santa Fe and performs alongside Adrian Steele (violin), Devin Moore (viola), and Joshua McClendon (cello).
Formed in 2019 at the Juilliard School, the quartet has quickly Read More
Luján, Leger Fernández, Hayes Reintroduce Legislation To Address Educator Shortages, Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness For Educators
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), and U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) reintroduced the Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act, legislation that would expand and modernize the federal loan forgiveness program for educators. This legislation would help address educator shortages and increase children’s access to a diverse and well-prepared educator workforce by strengthening the federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF) Program.
High college costs and student loan debt impact recruitment, retention, and Read More
Joint Statement Regarding Hearing Examiners Recommendation On Proposed Sale Of NM Gas Company
NMGAS News:
New Mexico Gas Company, Bernhard Capital Partners and Emera are pleased to have received a positive recommendation from the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Hearing Examiners today, which advances the proposed sale of New Mexico Gas Company to Bernhard.
As demonstrated in our joint application to the Commission, this transaction will bring approximately $87 million in benefits to New Mexico Gas customers and to communities across the state, as well as retaining a strong, locally focused utility in New Mexico. This recommendation is a key step in the ongoing regulatory Read More
Wildlife Dept. Reminds OHV Riders Of Safety Requirements
Courtesy/NMDW
NMDW News:
SANTA FE — Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and many New Mexicans will head outdoors over the next few days to enjoy warm weather and fun with friends and family.
This includes a number of off-highway vehicle users who will hit the trails, heading into some of the state’s most remote and spectacular landscapes. With that in mind, the New Mexico Department of Wildlife is encouraging anyone riding in an OHV, whether as an operator or passenger, to abide by all safety regulations.
“Accident injuries can be greatly reduced when users follow the manufacturer’s Read More
Heinrich, Luján Introduce Legislation To Improve Access To Healthcare & Keep Rural Hospitals Open
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) introduced the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Reauthorization Act, bipartisan legislation to improve New Mexicans’ access to healthcare and keep rural hospitals open by extending the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration (RCHD) program for another five years.
Many small rural hospitals are too large to qualify for Critical Access Hospital status, but still struggle to stay open under Medicare’s current payment system. The Rural Community Hospital Demonstration program Read More
New NSR And Title V Fee Schedules Take Effect June 1
NMED News:
On April 17, 2026, the Environmental Improvement Board repealed and replaced 20.2.75 NMAC, Construction Permit Fees, and 20.2.71 NMAC, Operating Permit Emissions Fees, after a duly noticed public hearing held March 23-25 at the New Mexico State Capital. 20.2.75 NMAC and 20.2.71 NMAC contain the schedules of fees for NMED’s construction permit program and Title V operating permit program, respectively. The new fee schedules take effect on June 1, 2026, the effective date of replacement 20.2.75 NMAC and 20.2.71 NMAC. Air quality permit applications submitted on or after that Read More
Department Of The Interior Oil & Gas Lease Sale In New Mexico, Texas Generates Over $4 Billion
DOI News:
SANTA FE — The Department of the Interior generated over $4 billion in total receipts from a Bureau of Land Management oil and gas lease sale in New Mexico and Texas, underscoring strong industry demand for domestic energy development on public lands.
The Bureau of Land Management leased 74 parcels totaling 33,530 acres during the quarterly lease sale. Combined bonus bids and rental payments from the sale totaled approximately $4,007,944,870. Revenue generated through lease sales is shared between the federal government and the states where the parcels are located.
“America is Read More