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Los Alamos Police Blotter Jan. 28 To Feb. 3, 2016

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 4, 2016 - 2:48 am

LAPD News:

The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department.

Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.

JEROME MONTOYA

Jan. 28 at 12:55 p.m. / Police arrested Jerome Montoya, 28, of Los Alamos on an outstanding warrant from another jurisdiction.

ZACHARY KELLER

Jan. 28 at 1:58 p.m. / Police arrested Zachary Keller, 27, of Los Alamos at 2500 Trinity Dr., and charged him with embezzling a vehicle.

JOHNNY TRUJILLO

Jan. 28 at Read More

Art On Tap ‘Work In Progress’ At UnQuarked Feb. 4

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 4, 2016 - 12:39 am

LACD News:

The next Art on Tap is “Work in Progress” at 5:30 p.m., Thursday at UnQuarked Wine Room, 145 Central Park Square.

Bring a piece of art and share the creativity progress with others. Everyone is welcome even if not working on an art piece.

Art On Tap is sponsored by the Los Alamos Creative District and hosted by Fuller Lodge Art Center. On Tap series begins each evening with an informal 10-15 minute lecture followed by a lively group discussion. All ages are welcome! On Tap is a way for people to get out and about in the community, learn something

Info Sessions On Medical Degrees At UNM-LA Feb. 4

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 4, 2016 - 12:33 am

Udall Bill To Childproof E-Cigarettes Signed Into Law

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 4:28 pm

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON D.C. ― Friday Jan. 29, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall welcomed news that a bill he championed to improve e-cigarette safety has been signed into law by the president.

The Child Nicotine Poisoning Prevention Act of 2015 requires manufacturers to put childproof caps on the small bottles of liquid nicotine used in e-cigarettes. The number of e-cigarette users — especially young users — has soared in recent years, and this is the first piece of national legislation to help regulate the impact on public

State Police Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols Across State Throughout February

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 4:27 pm

NMDOT News:

STATEWIDE — State Police will be conducting Sobriety Checkpoints, Saturation Patrols, and Registration, Insurance and Drivers’ License Checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during the month of February 2016.

Our efforts continue to show a significant reduction in alcohol related fatalities. This is attributed to the continued media attention and intensive advertising. These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about drinking and driving. People are choosing to not drink and drive. This is the biggest step in keeping impaired drivers from

Becoming A Love And Logic Parent Series Offered By Family Strengths Network

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 4:25 pm

FSN News:

Becoming a Love and Logic Parent is an evidence-based course that is designed to help parents at all stages of parenting. Family Strengths Network has scheduled three Love and Logic classes so you can choose the one that’s right for you.

Parents of young children will benefit from the early childhood class by learning how to respond to temper tantrums and set boundaries. Time is built into class to meet other parents and learn what has worked and hasn’t worked for them.

The class for parents of school-age children will help parents raise children who

Lujan Grisham On Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 4:06 pm

By U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham

Mothers, grandmothers, sisters, cousins, or aunts shouldn’t have to wait any longer for equal pay.

Wage discrimination based on gender has been a priority of mine in Congress since the moment I took office, because we have a responsibility to ensure economic security for millions of women in this country. But I am frustrated that we still haven’t done enough to make sure women in this country have equal pay for equal work.

Today marks the seventh year anniversary of The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, an incredible step forward

IRS Issues Nine Out of 10 Refunds In Less Than 21 Days

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 4:03 pm

IRS News:

PHOENIX ― The Internal Revenue Service recently reminded taxpayers that it issues 90 percent of refunds in less than 21 days. The best way to check the status of a refund is online through the “Where’s my Refund?” (https://www.irs.gov/Refunds) tool at IRS.gov or via the IRS2Go phone app.

“As February approaches, more and more taxpayers want to know when they can expect their refunds,” IRS Commissioner John Koskinen said. “There aren’t any secret tricks to checking on the status of a refund. Using IRS.gov is the best way for taxpayers

Bill To Protect Law Enforcement Officers Passes House Safety And Civil Affairs Committee

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 4:02 pm

STATE News:

SANTA FE ― Legislation to amend the New Mexico Hate Crimes Act to include law enforcement officers passed the House Safety and Civil Affairs Committee Tuesday, Jan. 26, by a vote of 4-3. The bill, HB 95, is sponsored by Representatives Nate Gentry and Paul Pacheco.

“Assaulting a person specifically because they wear law enforcement badge should qualify as a hate crime,” Gentry said. “Law enforcement officials patrol the streets and maintain order in our communities, but sometimes our protectors need protection.”

The bill

West And East Exhibit Opens At Library Thursday

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 4:00 pm

Ceramic work by Barbara Yarnell. Courtesy photo

MPL News:

The public is invited to the opening reception for a new exhibit at Mesa Public Library, 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4 in the Upstairs Rotunda.

The exhibit is entitled “West and East: Just for the Beauty of It.” The artists are SuFong Milonni (Mei-li) and Barbara Yarnell. Both artists work in the medium of clay. The show

will be in the Gallery through Feb. 28.

Yarnell was born right here in Los Alamos. In the southwestern part of the United States. Mei-li was born and grew up in An-tung

K2 Women’s Weekend Event

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 3, 2016 - 3:54 pm

The 80’s rock band Chango will perform 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 at Pajarito Mountain Lodge. Courtesy photo

MUSIC News:

A Very Important Dialogue … an expert panel discussion on cancer. Presented by the K2 Women’s Weekend to benefit the Anita Salas Memorial Foundation 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2390 North Road in Los Alamos.

Admission is a part of the K2 Women’s Weekend Participants (register at: https:////www.pajaritowomen.org/) and free with donations accepted and benefiting the Anita Salas Memorial Foundation —

Rubber Stamp Madness And Letterboxing

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 3, 2016 - 3:39 pm

Courtesy image

ART News:

A great way to individualize printed materials is by adding a personal stamp. Learn to carve rubber stamps out of erasers from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Fuller Lodge Art Center.

Else Tennessen will teach the carving techniques and students will carve one or two stamps using their own designs or clipart. Call 505.662.1635 by Friday to register.

Tennessen got inspired to make her own rubber stamps around 1995 after coming across an article explaining how to do it. She had been using commercial rubber stamps to decorate mail and cards for family and friends. She would Read More

A ‘Must Win’ Win For The Toppers!

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 3, 2016 - 3:05 pm

By MORRIE PONGRATZ
Voice of the Hilltoppers

Tuesday night, at home and tied with Espanola for second place in District 2 AAAAA, the Hilltopper girls faced the district leading Del Norte Knights. A “must win” game if there ever was one. And win the Toppers did, but it was not easy.

The Knights protected the ball against the Toppers full court press and took advantage of their height on the boards. It was not a good shooting night for the Toppers as they missed many layups, probably because of the Knights height.

Senior Ashlyn Trujillo carried the Toppers in the first half Read More

Daily Postcard: Sabado Sunrise

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 3, 2016 - 2:40 pm

A sunrise spotted Saturday colors the sky over Los Alamos. By Doug Reilly Read More

Los Alamos County Council Proclaims Feb. 11 ‘Bandelier National Monument Day’ Honoring Park’s 100 Birthday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 3, 2016 - 1:04 am

County Councilor David Izraelevitz, second from right, presents Superintendent Jason Lott, far right, with a proclamation on behalf of Council declaring Feb. 11, 2016 as ‘Bandelier National Monument Day’ in honor of the Park’s 100th birthday. The County also presented four special photographs taken by Leslie Bucklin as a birthday gift to the Park. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Bandelier Superintendent Jason Lott with his staff and Friends of Bandelier Board Chair Craig Martin, blue shirt, expresses his appreciation to the County for its continued support of the Read More

Legislation To Consider DWI Felons As Habitual Offenders Passes House Committee

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 2, 2016 - 8:11 pm

Rep. Jim Dines

NMLEGIS News:

SANTA FE ― Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jim Dines allowing judges to impose stricter penalties on DWI felons passed the House Safety and Civil Affairs Committee today by a vote of 5-2.

The bill, HB 82, would expand New Mexico’s Habitual Offender law to include DWI felonies.

“Four or more DWI convictions ought to qualify an individual as a habitual offender,” Dines said. “This bill closes a gap in the existing law so DWI felony offenses can be considered for enhanced sentencing under the Habitual Offender statute.

February Cowboy Breakfast Canceled

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 2, 2016 - 8:01 pm

Obituary: Melvin Lewis Prueitt Oct. 16, 1932 – Jan. 30, 2016

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 2, 2016 - 7:29 pm

MELVIN LEWIS PRUEITT Oct. 16, 1932 – Jan. 30, 2016

Melvin Lewis Prueitt, 83, died January 30, 2016 with his family at his side in Los Alamos New Mexico. He was born October 16, 1932 in Wickes, Arkansas to Ernest and Bessie Prueitt. He worked as a physicist for 31 years at the Los Alamos National Laboratory where he pioneered the field of computer graphics and worked in theoretical physics. His later years were spent developing clean energy and water technologies.

At an early age he knew he would be a scientist and eventually earned a Master’s Degree at the University of Arizona, followed by a doctorate Read More

Scenes From CIP Public Outreach Listening Session

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on February 2, 2016 - 6:44 pm

From left, Los Alamos County Councilor Pete Sheehey, Vice Chair Susan O’Leary and Councilor James Chrobocinski at the public outreach listening session on CIP projects Jan. 19 at Fire Station 3 in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

County Manager Harry Burgess discusses the CIP process with White Rock residents. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Community members listen as Los Alamos Hockey Association President Susan Oldham speaks about the ‘desperate need’ for building improvements at the County Ice Rink. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Los Alamos Chamber Legislative Positions For 2016

Submitted by Chris Clark on February 2, 2016 - 6:44 pm

CHAMBER News:

Economic Development

Support

HB34 (Rep. Adkins) Post-Thanksgiving Gross Receipts Deduction (Small BusinessSaturday)
HB63 (Rep. Dennis Roche) No indemnity/medical benefits under workman’s compensation if worker’s injury or death resulted from alcohol/drug use at the time.
HB139 (Rep. Garcia Richard) Changing the criteria to allow LEDA for Retail Projects
HB194 (Rep. Cathrynn Brown) “Employer Responsibility” legislation for worker’s compensation
HB195 (Rep. Randal Crowder) Clarifying workers comp that