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NM Delegation Calls For Federal Investigation

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 26, 2016 - 2:42 pm

STATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representatives Steve Pearce (N.M.-02), Ben Ray Luján (N.M.-03) and Michelle Lujan Grisham (N.M.-01) are urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of Inspector General to thoroughly investigate New Mexico state government’s management of food-assistance benefits, including allegations that state employees altered documents to purposely delay applications.

The Congressional Delegation has been in contact with the Department of Agriculture

Letter To The Editor: Parent’s Perspective On Teacher

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 26, 2016 - 2:38 pm

By A Los Alamos Parent:

I don’t have any first hand experience with Mr. Daniel’s (former LAHS drama teacher) facebook post or his comments at the XQ assembly that created controversy. I can only comment on what I have experienced as a parent of a student in his class. And suggest that perhaps the reason Mr Daniel’s contract was not renewed was because he did not follow school guidelines for publishing grades and was not a good teacher.

My daughter had Mr Daniel for Theatrical Design. I became concerned when about halfway through the semester Mr. Daniel had not yet

Faith & Science Summer Series: ‘What Makes Us Human?’ Continues June 29

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 26, 2016 - 2:28 pm

Eric Ferm’s June 22 presentation on Awareness and Cooperation: To be human is to relate and cooperate in unique ways. Courtesy photo

LAFSF News:

The Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum continues our summer series on the topic “What Makes Us Human?” June 29 at Kelly Hall at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church.

Dinner will be provided at 6 p.m., with a presentation at 6:30 p.m. and discussion at 7 p.m., ending around 8 p.m. Our hope is that these lectures and discussions will be interesting and accessible to all members of the community interested

Luján Statement On Supreme Court Decision On Immigration Executive Action

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 26, 2016 - 2:26 pm

CONGRESSIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a 4-4 decision on the challenge to President Obama’s deferred action programs in United States v. Texas.

“I am deeply disappointed by the Supreme Court’s decision that flies in the face of past legal rulings that have upheld the President’s authority to act on immigration. President Obama took legal action to enforce our existing immigration laws, just as every president since Eisenhower

Daily Postcard: Golfers Hone Skills Thursday Afternoon

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 26, 2016 - 2:22 pm

Daily Postcard: Golfers spent time Thursday afternoon honing their skills at the Los Alamos Golf Course. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Pastor Raul Granillo: Seeking God

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 26, 2016 - 2:14 pm

Pastor Raul Granillo

Los Alamos

Seeking God.

“O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water.” (Psalm 63:1 NIV).

When was the last time you earnestly sought something? For some it may have been a certain person that they found themselves attracted to. For others, it may have been that desperately needed new job. Maybe you just sought after a friendship. Or perhaps you simply find yourself earnestly seeking happiness in your life. We all find ourselves seeking after something at one point or another.

There can Read More

County, MainStreet Offer Help To Los Alamos Businesses To Attract Summer Tourists

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 25, 2016 - 3:52 pm

Manhattan Project window display at CB FOX on Central Avenue in downtown Los Alamos. Courtesy photo

Manhattan Project window display at Finishing Touch in Central Park Square. Courtesy photo

Manhattan Project flag window display at Finishing Touch in Central Park Square. Courtesy photo

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County and Los Alamos MainStreet are offering local businesses the opportunity to become Manhattan Project National Historical Park attractions July 14-17 during this year’s Los Alamos ScienceFest.

Businesses including CB FOX and Finishing Touch have adorned their street-facing Read More

Los Alamos Little League 9-10 Softball Team Wins District And Advances To State!

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 25, 2016 - 3:24 pm

The Los Alamos Little League 9-10 Softball Team defeated Espanola Friday night 15-5 to win District. The champions now advance to the state competition in Albuquerque. Photo by Hope Jaramillo/ladailypost.com Read More

Alert: Snakes Are Out, Active And Biting Dogs

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 25, 2016 - 3:09 pm

A horned rattlesnake. Courtesy/wikipedia

News Alert:

Christine DuBois asked the Los Alamos Daily Post to alert the community about recent incidents of snakes biting dogs on local trails.

Her dog was bitten by a rattlesnake just northwest of Mitchell Trail Head at around 5:15 p.m. Friday. The snake did not warn before it struck her dog in the back leg. She rushed him to Smith Veterinary Hospital in Santa Fe where he received two vials of anti venom. While still unsure as to his prognosis, the vet was hopeful.

In another recent incident, a local search and rescue dog was bitten by a rattle snake June Read More

Eight Tips For National Cell Phone Courtesy Month

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 25, 2016 - 2:35 pm

COMMUNITY News:

You’re in a business meeting and someone’s phone starts ringing. You’re in a restaurant and your date is looking at her phone all evening instead of talking to you. It’s the middle of mass and the guy at the end of the pew is texting with his buddies.

Good news: July is National Cell Phone Courtesy Month, and a time to take a look at the bad habits many of us have developed around the incessant texting, emailing, calling and being connected 24/7.

Sharon Schweitzer, an international etiquette expert, author and founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide, offers these eight Read More

Los Alamos Nature Center: How To Find The Right Volunteer Opportunity

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 25, 2016 - 2:04 pm

Christa Tyson is the volunteer coordinator at PEEC. Courtesy photo

Natali Steinburg has volunteered at PEEC since 2005. Courtesy photo

By CHRISTA TYSON

PEEC Volunteer Coordinator

In the midst of political season, I like to remind people of an anonymous quote that has stuck with me over the years; “Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.”

There are numerous volunteer opportunities available

Teatro Paraguas Presents Poetry Reading With Leah Umansky, Dana Levin, Christopher Johnson

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 25, 2016 - 2:01 pm

TPS News:

A poetry reading with Leah Umansky, Dana Levin, Christopher Johnson will start at 5 p.m., Sunday July 24 at Teatro Paraguas Studio, 3205 Calle Marie, Santa Fe.

Christopher J Johnson lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico where he occupies 5’9 ft. of vertical space. On average he covers 7 miles a day by foot. In 2003 after succumbing to tonsillitis three times he had them removed. He currently participates in a book club which favors the difficult and the obscure.

Dana Levin‘s collections of poetry include In the Surgical Theatre (1999), Wedding

Letter To The Editor: Dog Jog Thank You

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 25, 2016 - 2:00 pm

By WENDEE BRUNISH

Chair, Los Alamos Dog Jog

The weather gods smiled on homeless cats and dogs on Saturday April 30, 2016. Despite rain and wind on Friday and snow on Sunday, Saturday was sunny and calm for the 19th annual Los Alamos Dog Jog. The fine weather brought out hundreds of humans and their canine companions to enjoy the 5K run or the two mile walk.

This year’s Dog Jog raised over $13,500 for Friends of the Shelter. Friends of the Shelter (FOS) is a nonprofit organization that provides assistance to abandoned animals and to pets and their owners

Pet Of The Week: Maggie The Cat

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 25, 2016 - 1:46 pm

Maggie the cat. Courtesy photo

SHELTER News:

Maggie is a 13-year-old gray tabby recently surrendered to the shelter.

She’s hanging out in a larger kennel, since the kittens are a bit too rambunctious for her, but she loves company from visitors and volunteers. Maggie just wants a quiet home with someone to snuggle with. This sweet kitty is declawed, so she will need to be an INDOOR ONLY cat (as we prefer that all of our cats be, declawed or not).

Shelter hours are noon to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays and noon to 3 p.m., Sundays.

NCRTD To Provide Special Event Bus Transit Service For Santa Fe Wine Festival At Las Golondrinas

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 25, 2016 - 1:45 pm

NCRTD News:

The North Central Regional Transit District’s (NCRTD) RTD “Blue Bus” will provide special event bus transit services for the Santa Fe Wine Festival at El Rancho de las Golondrinas, July 2-3.

The fare free service will include a downtown shuttle providing three roundtrips per day beginning at 11:10 a.m. with stops at Sheridan Street Transit Center, the New Mexico Visitor Center lot at Paseo de Peralta and Old Santa Fe Trail, South Capitol Rail Runner Station and the Santa Fe Place Mall (south side) transit hub to connect with the Santa

Los Alamos ScienceFest Brings Science And History To Life With Spy Activities, Drones And Rockets July 14-17

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 25, 2016 - 1:42 pm

SCIENCEFEST News:

Now in its ninth year, the Los Alamos ScienceFest is unlocking the mysteries behind the enigmatic Manhattan Project with three days of spy themed tours and activities, fascinating STEM exhibits, live music and entertainment, drone competitions, a rare hike on LANL property and much more July 14–17 in Los Alamos.

The once “secret city” of Los Alamos will unleash the mystery surrounding the Manhattan Project of World War II, beginning at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 14 with the guided New Mexico True Atomic City Spy Tour. The tour is also available at the same time

Summer Family Evenings: Goats At PEEC June 29

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 25, 2016 - 1:05 pm

Drop by the Los Alamos Nature Center to meet goats of the Pajarito Plateau. Photo by Jessica Ross

PEEC News:

What is it like to raise goats on a small-scale farm? What uses are there for goat milk?

At this week’s Summer Family Evening, Jessie Ross of Gypsy Mountain Ranch and Deb Wood of Second Bloom Farm will be around to answer these questions. They will teach how to make cheese, lotion, soap, and more.

Even better, these presenters will bring some of their goats – both big and small – to demonstrate the different breeds that thrive on the Pajarito Plateau. Come meet the goats

Cinema Cindy Reviews ‘Central Intelligence’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 25, 2016 - 1:02 pm

By CYNTHIA BIDDLECOMB

Los Alamos

“Central Intelligence” is a light and humorous spy movie pairing regular guy Calvin Joyner (Kevin Hart) with hard-body CIA agent Bob Stone (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson). The movie is entertaining and often delightful, if also occasionally silly. This duo could make future buddy movies; they play off each other well.

Movie poster for ‘Central Intelligence.’ Courtesy photo

Calvin and his high school sweetheart, now wife, a smart lawyer named Maggie (Danielle Nicolet), live a comfortable lifestyle. Calvin is a “forensic accountant” who just got Read More