Thick Fog Coats Los Alamos This Morning
A thick fog this morning coats downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
Fog clings to Central Avenue this morning. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
A foggy morning in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.comRotary Dedicates Audio Loop At Smith Auditorium
The Rotary Club of Los Alamos funded the audio loop installed in Duane Smith Auditorium and offically dedicated the project Sunday just prior to the Manasse/Nakamatsu Duo concert. From left, Rotary Vice President Linda Hull who chaired the video loop project, Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus, Rotary President Alison Pannell and Los Alamos Concert Association Artistic Director Ann McLaughlin during Sunday’s dedication. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
The plaque and sign will be displayed in the lobby at Duane Smith Auditorium. Photo by Carol A. Read More
Amy Goodman Coming To Los Alamos April 26
Amy Goodman
PAC 8 News:
Democracy Now!’s Amy Goodman will speak at a fundraiser for PAC 8 Community Media Center as part of a national speaking tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the daily, independent, global TV/Radio news hour and launch a new book, Democracy Now!: Twenty Years Covering the Movements Changing America.
Joining her in Los Alamos will be her co-author and colleague Denis Moynihan.
Goodman is an American broadcast journalist, syndicated columnist, investigative reporter and author. Goodman’s investigative journalism career includes coverage of the Read More
The Tub Hosts Huge First Anniversary Celebration
COMMUNITY News:
The Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op is celebrating its first anniversary this weekend with a huge party with live music, special beer releases and much more.
The two-day celebration is noon to 1 p.m. Friday and Saturday at 163 Central Park Square.
BEER RELEASES
- Saison with Brettanomyces and Barrel Aged Fitz’s Cherry Quad on Rye.
MUSIC
- Friday 6-9 p.m. – Cali Shaw;
- Saturday 4:30-6 p.m. – Ghost Like This; and
- Saturday 6:30-9 p.m. – Stephanie Hatfield and Bill Palmer.
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- Raffles, grilled sandwiches from the Los Alamos Co+op Market, commemorative growlers
LAPS 2014-15 Graduation Rate Is 87.4 Percent
LAPS News:
The New Mexico Public Education Department recently released a graduation rate of 68.6 percent for the New Mexico Class of 2014-2015.
This represents a slight dip compared to the previous graduating class of 2013-2014.
Los Alamos Public Schools released its data for the same period, which reflects an 87.4 percent rate. Also, LAPS data shows a graduation rate increase for each of the last three years:
|
Year |
Statewide |
LAPS |
|
2014-15 |
68.6 |
87.4 |
|
2013-14 |
69.3 |
86.3 |
|
2012-13 |
70.3 |
83.4 |
Full graduation rate data by district and school for the class of 2014-2015 can be found here. Read More
Abe Dispennette: Invest Locally
By ABE DISPENNETTEDaily Postcard: Cactus Blooms On Red Dot Trail
Daily Postcard: A cactus blooms on Red Dot Trail in White Rock. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Letter To The Editor: Independent Audit Of County’s Personnel Policies Is Just Good Business
By JUDY and DON MACHEN While some will respond to Councilor O’Leary’s request with resistance, what she is proposing is the right thing to do. Recent lawsuits against the county have added up to millions of dollars. It is incumbent upon the citizens of Los Alamos, and the County Council members who represent us,
Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard Holds Community Town Hall At White Rock Senior Center April 22
AFTNM Reacts To RAND Corporation Report
AFT–New Mexico President Stephanie Ly
AFTNM News:
- Study Focused on Nationwide Implementation of New K-12 Standards
ALBUQUERQUE – American Federation of Teachers New Mexico President Stephanie Ly released the following statement:
“Today, the RAND Corporation released a study on the implementation of new K-12 standards for Mathematics and ELA/Literacy. The study was based on a large and nationally representative body of educators who periodically are surveyed on issues that impact the education profession.
“The national, in-depth study paints a troubling picture regarding the implementation Read More
GOP Candidates Speak At Patriot’s Day Dinner
Michael Romero is running for Congressional District 3 and was one of several Republican candidates who spoke at Saturday’s Patriot’s Day Dinner at the Church of Christ, 2323 Diamond Dr. Republican candidates also include Michael Sanchez runnig for CD 3, Judy Nakamura running for State Supreme Court and Steve French running for judge. The featured speaker at the event was Apollo 17 Astronaut Jack Schmitt who shared his experiences on the moon. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Candidate Yvonne Chicoine is running for District Attorney ‘in order to restore Read More
Chamber Business Breakfast Features Tourism Marketing Wednesday At UNM-Los Alamos
CHAMBER News:
What are effective techniques for attracting tourists? How can you make your products and services stand out? A panel of experts will discuss how Los Alamos Businesses can prepare for the Summer 2016 Tourism Season during the Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Wednesday, April 20 at UNM-Los Alamos.
The panel includes the Director of Marketing for the Santa Fe Convention and Visitors Bureau Cynthia Delgado; Kelly Stewart, who directs the Economic Development Marketing for Los Alamos County; and Small Business Marketing Consultant Mandy Marksteiner.
Delgado and Stewart Read More
Investment Group Meets At BESC Thursdays
COMMUNITY News:
Investment Group meets at 10 a.m. each Thursday at the Betty Ehart Senior Center at 1101 Bathtub Row.
This is an informal group that meets with the primary purpose being to share knowledge and information, including presentations on a broad array of investment topics. Investment strategies, stock and mutual fund tips may be discussed, as well as general discussions about the economy, except that politics is usually avoided.
This group does not invest any shared funds as a group and is not an investment club in that sense. A new group that restricts its subject matter to options Read More
Tall Tree Falls On Truck Parked On Arkansas Avenue
Following the heavy snowstorm overnight, this tall tree fell on a truck parked on Arkansas Avenue. Photo by Vanessa Villareal Read More
Board Member Encourages Council To Support FSN
Family Strengths Network Board Member Dan Rushton addresses the county council during public comments this evening in council chambers. He describes the private, non-profit organization that has served the families of Los Alamos and Northern New Mexico since 1989 and appeals to council for funding assistance. Family Strengths Network at 3540 Orange St., provides education, support groups and activities to families, parents, teens and children. ScreenShot/LADP Read More
County’s FY 2017 Budget Hearings Get Underway
Los Alamos County Council Chair Rick Reiss opens the FY 2017 Budget Hearings this evening in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. ScreenShot/LADP
Los Alamos County Manager Harry Burgess is presenting an introduction and overview of the FY 2017 Budget to Council this evening in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. County Attorney Rebecca Ehler looks on at left. ScreenShot/LADP
Los Alamos Deputy County Manager/CFO Steven Lynne and County Budget and Performance Manager Karen Boutilier Kendall breakdown the numbers in the FY 2017 Budget to Council Read More
Los Alamos Pumas & Los Alamos Galaxy In Duke City Soccer League
Los Alamos Galaxy U12 last weekend in Duke City Soccer League. Photo by RMOrtiz
Los Alamos Pumas U11 last weekend in Duke City Soccer League. Photo by RMOrtizScenes From Saturday’s Patriot’s Day Dinner
A crowd of 118 people turned out for Saturday’s Patriot’s Day Dinner at the Church of Christ, 2323 Diamond Dr., to hear Apollo 17 Astronaut Jack Schmitt speak about his trip to the moon. Candidates running in the June Primary also spoke at the event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Republican Party of Los Alamos County Chair Bill McKerley welcomes the crowd to Saturday’s event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Saturday’s Presentation of the Colors and Pledge of Allegiance is led by Eagle Scouts Zach Erkkila and John Gordon. James Robinson is at right. Read More
More Scenes From April Snowstorm
A view down Pueblo Canyon. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Rose Putt
Bart the dog enjoying the snow. Photo by Rose Putt
Photo by Robert Beberniss
Photo by Robert Beberniss
Hummingbird at the feeder despite all of the snow. Photo by Selvi
Photo by Darth Grumpa
A resident looks at tree damage on Juniper Street. Photo by James O’Donnell
‘Hey General, you got egg on your face!’ Photo by James O’Donnell
Photo by James O’Donnell
Deer caught in the snowfall in Quemazon this morning. ‘The Caveman Of Atomic City’ Shows At Guild Cinema In Albuquerque Saturday
microMike. Courtesy photo