LAHS Track And Field Results From Harper Invitational
Elijah Velasquez, shown here in the 110 m hurdles, made the final of the 300 m hurdles, finishing in a time of 42.86 seconds. Photo by Blake Wood
Eighth grader Jazmine Tuning qualified for State in the high jump with a leap of 5′ 0″. Photo by Blake Wood
James Beauparlant completes the handoff to anchor Kevin Maresca in the 4×100 m relay. Photo by Blake WoodCowboy Breakfast At Posse Lodge May 1
Los Alamos Senior Olympics Competition Underway
5k/10K Road Race and 5k Race Walk Qualifiers, from left, Ruth Doyle, Ted Williams, Jackie Marr, Inez Ross, Duane Marr, Richard Thompson, Darla Thompson, (Laura McClellan not shown). Courtesy photoCommunity Honors Three Los Alamos Living Treasures
Nina Thayer speaks about 2016 Living Treasure Nona Bowman during Sunday’s annual event at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
The annual Living Treasures of Los Alamos ceremony Sunday afternoon drew a standing room only crowd to the Betty Ehart Center. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
NONA BOWMAN. Photo by Jim Gautier
If you lived in Los Alamos any time during the last 35 years, you were bound to see a small, dark-haired, cheerful woman pitching in at a community project
Drop-In Prayer Room Cancelled Tonight
Leadership Los Alamos Honors Art Brown; Ron Wilkins
LLA News:
Leadership Los Alamos (LLA), a non-profit educational organization dedicated to the future of Los Alamos, is pleased to recognize two outstanding leaders: LLA alumni Art Brown and community member Ron Wilkins.
Beginning in 2015, LLA alumni have nominated outstanding leaders in the community. One award is given to a LLA program graduate and one is given to a community member at large.
Art Brown
Brown is a 2008 LLA graduate whose passion for youth has enriched Los Alamos. His most significant leadership roles have been as a mentor/team/youth leader with the United Church Mission Read More
Family Photo Day At FSN May 3
Family Photo Day is May 3 at FSN. Photo by Samantha D’Ann
FSN News:
Looking for simple solutions to getting the family’s professional portraits made? Bring the family and the smiles to Family Strengths Network for Family Photo Day Tuesday, May 3.
Local photographer, Samantha D’Anna, is bringing her talents to FSN and is excited to create beautiful family portraits.
Call 505.662.4515 for prices and to schedule a sitting at FSN, 3540 Orange St.
Proceeds from the event will help FSN to continue in its mission of strengthening families and building community. FSN is a United Way Community Partner. Read More
Letter To The Editor: Slow Down In School Zone Please!
By Concerned ParentReport: 10 Percent Of New Mexico Kids Have Had Incarcerated Parent
NMVFC News:
Stress of incarceration contributes to child poverty, homelessness, hunger
ALBUQUERQUE—More than 5 million children in the United States have had a parent incarcerated at some point in their lives, including 52,000 kids in New Mexico—10 percent of New Mexico’s child population—according to a new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
New Mexico’s percentage of children with incarcerated parents is not only higher than the national average of 7 percent, but only two states—Indiana (11 percent) and Kentucky (13 percent)—have higher rates than New Mexico. These data are Read More
Daily Postcard: Scene From PEEC’s Earth Day Event
Daily Postcard: Scene from PEEC’s annual Earth Day event Saturday at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by Paulina Burnside Read More
Los Alamos Celtics Tie Top-Ranked U16 Boys Team In The State
By LAYSL Coaching Staff
In Duke City Soccer action, the Boys U-16 LAFC Atomic City United tied the undefeated and top-ranked Rio Rapids SC Rapids.
The team came back from a 1:2 half-time deficit and tied the game 2:2. Both goals for the Los Alamos team were scored by Danny Castano. Goallie Adam Listwan saved the tie with several outstanding saves.
The Los Alamos Football Club U14 co-ed Celtics were overtaken by the Corrales Caution 4-3 in a hard fought match. The Celtics countered with some good build-up and some very creative play from Marie Lee and Miguel Chacon who scored another hat trick. Jacob Read More
Learn About Min Yasui’s Fight For Justice
Tips For Pruning Weather Damaged Trees
By CARLOS VALDEZFor moderate pruning repair jobs of weather damaged trees close to ground level, homeowners should follow these guidelines:
- Smaller branches should be pruned back to the point where they join larger ones. Make the cut at a slant next to a bud that can produce new growth. Do not leave branch stubs as they encourage rot and decay.
- Large branches that are broken should be cut back to either the trunk or main limb. Do not cut the branch flush with the trunk. Instead, cut outside the branch collar at the base of the branch.
- Take all necessary safety
Thief Steals Wooden Passport Post To Pajarito Plateau
Someone stole this wooden post in Acid Canyon for PEEC’s Passport to the Pajarito Plateau program. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
A thief has stolen the wooden post in Acid Canyon for PEEC’s Passport to the Pajarito Plateau program.
PEEC will replace the post as soon as the announcement plates are remade. Anyone with information about this crime is encouraged to call the police at 505.662-8222.
Information about the Passport to the Pajarito Plateau program: www.peecnature.org/passport.
Starting April 23, the Passport to the Pajarito Plateau is a fun program to get families outside, Read More
LAHS Graduate Dr. Leslie Hayes To Be Recognized At White House As ‘Champion Of Change’ April 29
By White House Media Affairs:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The White House is recognizing 10 individuals from across the country Friday as “White House Champions of Change for Advancing Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery” including 1982 Los Alamos High School graduate Leslie Hayes, MD.
Dr. Hayes is the daughter of longtime Los Alamos resident Ann Hayes and works for El Centro Family Health in Espanola as a family practitioner. El Centro Family Health is a community health center with clinics located throughout northern New Mexico, a rural, underserved area. While Dr. Hayes enjoys all aspects Read More
Community Invited To Reception For Maggie Toulouse Oliver May 1
AG On DOJ Findings Of UNM’s Handling of Campus Sexual Assault Allegations
Attorney General Hector Balderas
AG News:
- The Attorney General expresses concern over DOJ findings, and publicly announces efforts being undertaken by his office to help address the problem of sexual violence on New Mexico college campuses
ALBUQUERQUE – Attorney General Hector Balderas issued a statement Friday in response to the release of DOJ findings on the University of New Mexico’s handling of alleged sexual assaults on its campus.
findings indicate that although UNM has made positive steps toward better handling allegations of sexual assault, it is still out of compliance Read More
Pet Of The Week: Tyler The Dog
Tyler is interested in living in a quiet, kid-free home. Photo by Helga Carter
How can anyone resist this sweet, smiling face?
Tyler is a Chihuahua mix (with perhaps a bit of Italian greyhound) who is sad to be back at the Los Alamos County Shelter for a second time.
He was originally surrendered due to a new baby in the house, and most recently for not getting along with kids. But who can blame him? Kids definitely aren’t for everyone.
Tyler would definitely prefer a quiet, kid-free home. This little guy loves snuggling and giving out kisses, so be ready for lots of loving. Read More
Air Force Academy Band Plays Kiva Auditorium Monday
The United States Air Force Academy Concert Band. Courtesy/DODKirtland AFB News:
ALBUQUERQUE – The United States Air Force Academy Concert Band will perform at 7 p.m., Monday at Kiva Auditorium at the Albuquerque Convention Center.
The performance is free, and one of the events commemorating the ongoing 75th Anniversary of Kirtland AFB. For more information about the band, visit www.usafacademyband.af.mil.
Northern New Mexico Soccer League Results
By LAYSL Coaching Staff:
The Los Alamos Football Club Boys U-11 pre-competitive Ajax team made significant offensive progress in a loss to the Boys U12 Santa Fe Kuchta at North Mesa soccer fields.
After entering half-time trailing 6-2, the LAFC Ajax outscored Santa Fe Kuchta 5-3 in the second half to close the gap to 7-9. Goals were scored by Kason Ostic (3), Matthew Patchett, Yeanwoo Park, Ty Hinojosa, and Mikalh Adams.
In their next game, LAFC Ajax won 3-2 against the Boys U12 Santa Fe Espada in a game between two evenly matched teams at North Mesa. The go-ahead score was scored late Read More