Weather Service Issues Winter Storm Warning
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NWS News:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning through Thursday in the Los Alamos area and other parts of New Mexico.
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ALBUQUERQUE NM 4:16 AM MST WED JAN 21 2015
...WIDESPREAD SNOW WITH MAJOR IMPACTS TODAY THROUGH THURSDAY...
A PAIR OF UPPER LEVEL DISTURBANCES WILL COMBINE WITH A SURFACE COLD FRONT TO PRODUCE SIGNIFICANT SNOWFALL OVER A LARGE SWATH OF NEW MEXICO TODAY AND THURSDAY. SNOW WILL DEVELOP THIS MORNING OVER THE MOUNTAINS AND FAR NORTHEAST PLAINS OF NEW MEXICO. SNOW WILL THEN BECOME MORE WIDESPREAD Read More This Week At The Reel Deal
By JIM O’DONNELLThis Friday we are opening Strange Magic and Mortdecai. We are holding American Sniper for another week. Big Eyes and Unbroken will end this Thursday. We have booked The Imitation Game for Jan. 30. Again we hope you can wait to see it at the Reel Deal Theater. I wish I could have gotten it sooner but that’s the best I can do.
We are hosting our third annual PEEC event, Back Country Film Festival at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22. Hope you can make it. There will be fun raffles and Pajarito Brew Pub will be there serving up some nice brews. All proceeds from our box office sales Read More
New Mexico House Elects First Woman Chief Clerk
STATE News:
Lawmakers elected Denise Greenlaw Ramonas as chief clerk of the New Mexico House of Representatives, becoming the first woman to ever serve in the position.
“Today is historic,” House Speaker Don Tripp said Tuesday. “For the first time in New Mexico history, we will have a woman serve as chief clerk for the state House. Denise brings a wealth of experience to the legislature, and we are honored to have her.”
As chief clerk, Greenlaw Ramonas will oversee voting procedures Read More
LAPS Foundation Grant Makes Harvard Training Possible For Barranca Elementary School Teachers
From left, Barranca teachers Cynthia Kuenzel, Nicole McGrane and Joline Keeler, recipients for a LAPS Foundation professional development grant. Courtesy photoLAPSF News:
Through a grant from the Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation (LAPSF), three Barranca Mesa Elementary teachers took part in an online professional development class this fall called Making Thinking Visible, offered by the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Joline Keeler, 4th grade, Cynthia Kuenzel, 1st grade and Nicole McGrane, 5th grade, joined other teams across the world over the 12 week course to discuss Read More
OBITUARY: Laura Elizabeth Marquardt Roach June 7, 1920 – Jan. 1, 2015
LAURA ELIZABETH MARQUARDT ROACH June 7, 1920 – Jan. 1, 2015
Former Los Alamos resident, Laura Elizabeth Marquardt Roach was born June 7, 1920 in Two Rivers, Wis., and completed her baptismal journey on January 1, 2015 at Memorial Medical Center, Las Cruces, NM at age 94.
The fourth of seven children, her parents, Gusta Krueger Marquardt and Leonard Marquardt, left their native country of Germany in the early 1900s to find a better life in America. German was spoken at home, and Laura learned English as a “second” language when she started school. Outdoor sports were her favorite childhood pastime. Read More
Governor Delivers State Of The State Address
Gov. Susana Martinez delivers 2015 State of the State Address. Photo by Nancy Partridge
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The following is the prepared text of the 2015 State of the State Address delivered by Gov. Susana Martinez today from the chamber of the New Mexico House of Representatives.
2015 State of the State Address:
Lieutenant Governor; Senate President Pro Tempore; our new House Speaker; Democratic and Republican leaders; esteemed members of the New Mexico Legislature; honorable members of the judiciary; former New Mexico governors; tribal governors; former Senator Pete Domenici; distinguished Read More
Valles Caldera Preserve Becomes New Unit Of NPS
NPS News:
DENVER — On Dec. 19, 2014, Congress designated the Valles Caldera National Preserve a unit of the national park system. Another six new national park units were also authorized recently by Congress. When fully implemented, these will bring the total number of National Park Service (NPS) units to 408.
Located in the Jemez Mountains of north central New Mexico, the 89,000-acre Valles Caldera National Preserve is one of three super volcanoes in the United States and is known for its rich geologic and cultural history, scenic beauty and abundant wildlife. The Valles Caldera National Read More
New Mexico’s 60-Day Legislative Session Underway
Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, D-Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Sandoval and Rio Arriba counties, at her desk on the floor of the New Mexico House of Representatives at today’s opening of the 60-day Legislative Session in Santa Fe. Courtesy photo
Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard takes the oath of office with fellow legislators on the floor of the New Mexico House of Representatives at today’s opening of the 60-day Legislative Session in Santa Fe. Courtesy photo Read More
Letter to the Editor: Frankly, Kahlstorf, Good Riddance!
By HEATHER HUGHESIn response to the offensive remark made by New Mexico Airlines CEO Greg Kahlstorf in the story published Sunday in the Los Alamos Daily Post:
How dare Kahlstorf call Los Alamos a “s—hole”. I understand the frustrations that could arise from a contract termination; however, his inability to remain professional speaks volumes about how he conducts business. Kahlstorf further proved with his comments that Los Alamos County made the correct decision terminating their contract with New Mexico Airlines.
To insult an entire hard-working community Read More
Don Tripp Accepts Gavel As New House Speaker
New House Speaker Don Tripp accepted the gavel today saying it is not a Republican gavel or a Democratic gavel, but a gavel of the people of New Mexico. Photo by Nancy Partridge
Gov. Susana Martinez speaking at today’s opening of the legislative session in Santa Fe. Photo by Nancy Partridge
STATE News:
Republican Don Tripp accepted the gavel as the new Speaker of the House of Representatives today as the New Mexico 60-day Legislative Session got underway at the Roundhouse in Santa Fe.
Below are his prepared remarks:
My friends, I accept this gavel. Not on behalf of a Republican House or a Democratic Read More
Authors Speak Series Features Sharon Oard Warner At Mesa Public Library Thursday
Sharon Oard Warner
MPL News:
Author and teacher Sharon Oard Warner takes the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, in Mesa Public Library’s Upstairs Rotunda, to talk about her work.
Her latest book, Sophie’s House of Cards, was published by UNM Press in October. She also is the author of Deep in the Heart, and Learning to Dance and Other Stories, and the editor of The Way We Write Now, Short Stories from the AIDS Crisis. She teaches creative writing at the University of New Mexico.
Sophie’s House of Cards is set in New Mexico, where Warner has made her home for many years, so the descriptions of the landscape, Read More
Senior Prom Discussion On Agenda At School Board Work Session At Mountain Thursday
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos School Board will hold a Work Session at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 at Mountain Elementary School Library.
Agenda items include:
- Information Gathering And Discussion of Senior Prom;
- Mountain Elementary School Report;
- Salary Study Update;
- School Calendar Survey Results;
- Policies and Regulations; and
- Superintendent Search Update.
The meeting is open to the public. Read More
White House Teams With YouTube For Tonight’s State Of The Union Address
President Barack Obama delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Jan. 28, 2014. Official White House photo by Amanda Lucidon
WHITE HOUSE News:
President Barack Obama delivers the State of the Union 2015 at 9 p.m. today. Here’s everything you need to know:
- Watch the exclusive enhanced speech live at WH.gov/SOTU on Tuesday, January 20, at 9 p.m. ET.
- Visit WH.gov/SOTU to sign up for speech reminders, ask a question for post-speech follow-up, and get updates on the issues.
- Share which issue you’d most like to see progress on in the time
Meet School Board Candidate Andrea Cunningham
By ANDREA CUNNINGHAM, Candidate
Los Alamos School Board Dist. 4
Hello, my name is Andrea Cunningham. My husband and I moved to Los Alamos 22 years ago from the University of Michigan and have raised our three daughters, now 21, 19 and 16 here. I was a stay at home mom for several years and became active in volunteering, both in the schools and community.
I am a nurse and have worked in a variety of positions, including at LANL. I now manage the Los Alamos Public Health office. While volunteering, I became a voice for young families in the political process and successfully led many projects, Read More
Flip Flops Emerge With Warmer Weather
Retired Los Alamos County Emergency Coordinator Phil Taylor was spotted sporting flip flops in the snow on Bryce Street during Monday’s warm afternoon weather. Local Australian Shepherd Sophie Korkos was out for a walk and stopped for a brief visit with Taylor. Photo by Katy Korkos Read More
Harrison Takes Reins Of LAHS Natural Helpers
Natural Helpers hold a ‘bucket challenge’ to fill buckets with reasons to be grateful at Los Alamos High School. Photo by Gina GonzalesBy BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Michelle Harrison is one of the many new faces at Los Alamos High School this year. Harrison works as the freshmen counselor and also has added the title of Natural Helpers coordinator to her business card.
“As a first year counselor, I have a lot to learn, but I am thankful to be here and appreciate the support and encouragement I have received from Los Alamos High School staff and students,” Harrison said.
Harrison has Read More
PEEC Amateur Naturalist: A Cup Of Tea, Ponderosa Trees And Forest Fires
PEEC Amateur Naturalist: Winter is settling in and I am enjoying a cup of warm tea. My mind tends to explore ideas far afield in these circumstances. The cup is filled about four inches deep with tea when a thought comes to me. Those four inches would make all the difference if I were a ponderosa tree. Now, what is the connection between a cup of tea and pine trees? Is it not apparent?
Since it is a pleasant winter day with sunshine, let us make a trip to see what is going on. Specifically, let us go to Burnt Mesa along N.M. 4, where a Burnt Mesa extends Read More
VFW Collects ‘Valentines For Vets’ Donations
VFW News:
The Los Alamos VFW Post 8874 is collecting monetary and tangible donations for the Valentines for Vets event, Feb. 8 at the VA Hospital in Albuquerque.
To contribute, contact Margaret Garcia at 505.662.4453 for the list of items needed, or deliver donations to the VFW, 1793 Deacon St., in Los Alamos. All donations must be received by Feb. 6.
The VFW greatly appreciates all contributions. Read More
Mrs. Beadsley’s Jewel Box: An Introduction To Vintage
Debra Lowensteil at Mrs. Beadsely Vintage Jewelry, 2101 Trinity Dr., Suite G. Photo by Bonnie J. GordonI am Debra Lowenstein, the owner of Mrs. Beadsley Vintage Jewelry. I am new to Los Alamos, having moved here three years ago. Nine months ago I moved my shop up the hill from Santa Fe where I was in business for approximately eight years. This is the first of a monthly series of columns I will be writing on various aspects of vintage jewelry.
Since I now live in a town that, in general, appreciates the gift of knowledge, I hope my Read More
UNM-LA Advisory Board Meets Jan. 26
UNM-LA News:
The UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26 on the campus of UNM-Los Alamos, 4000 University Dr. in Los Alamos.
An agenda will released at least 72 hours before the meeting. Read More
