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Obituary: Howard Overton Richerson April 13, 1930 – March 21, 2016

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 30, 2016 - 2:23 pm

HOWARD OVERTON RICHERSON April 13, 1930 – March 21, 2016

Howard Overton Richerson, 85, a resident of Los Alamos, born April 13, 1930, passed away on Monday, March 21, 2016.

Howard was preceded in death by his parents, Nathaniel (Scott) and Freida Richerson; siblings, Barbara Winters, Geraldine Wade and Nathaniel (Bud) Richerson; children, Rebecca Richerson-Farris and Jeffery Richerson. Howard grew up with an appreciation for the mountains and the landscape of the Southwest. He moved to Los Alamos where he met and married his wife Carmen. They are both graduates of Los Alamos High School. Read More

Scenes From Hike Around White Sands

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 30, 2016 - 2:04 pm

Scene from a hike this week at White Sands. Photo by Robert Beberniss

Scene from a hike this week at White Sands. Photo by Robert Beberniss Read More

PMI: Want A Great Performance Review This Year?

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:36 pm

PMI News:

Do you want a great performance reivew at work this year? The Otowi Bridge chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI) can help.

We’re a local non-profit, and our project management training will help you and your employees improve your project management skill set.

Nationally, one in six large projects has cost overruns of 200 percent or more. Los Alamos’ Otowi Bridge Chapter of the Project Management Institute wants you to be successful with your projects, and help you earn a certification as a Project Management

Tax Time Guide: Check Refund Status Online With Where’s My Refund?

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:35 pm

IRS News:

PHOENIX ― The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that they can quickly check the status of their tax return and refund through Where’s My Refund? on IRS.gov.

This is the sixth in a series of 10 IRS tips called the Tax Time Guide. These tips are designed to help taxpayers navigate common tax issues as this year’s April 18 deadline approaches.

Taxpayers who have not yet received their refunds can use Where’s My Refund? on IRS.gov or on the smartphone application IRS2Go to find out about the status

SBA Names New Mexico Veterans Business Outreach Center #1 In Nation

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:32 pm

SBA News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has named the New Mexico Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) the 2016 top in the nation.

Director Joe Long and staff are invited to Washington, D.C. during National Small Business Week May 1-2 to accept the award. In addition to being recognized in D.C., the New Mexico team will be honored at a special Awards Breakfast on May 5 at 8:00 a.m. at the Sandia Golf Club, 130 Rainbow Rd N.E. in Albuquerque.

The New Mexico Center was chosen from among 14 VBOCs

Los Alamos Retirement Community April Events

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:29 pm

LARC News:

April events for Aspen Ridge Assisted Living and Sombrillo Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility:

Sombrillo Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility will have an Ice Cream Social at 3 p.m., April 5, for the residents of the facility; sponsored by Smith’s Grocery Store and Los Alamos Retirement Community/LARC.

Aspen Ridge Assisted Living invites the Los Alamos Community to a wealth planning discussion presented by Speaker Mr. Abiola Adetunji from Merrill Lynch Firm at 2:30 p.m., April 6, at Aspen Ridge Lodge, 1010 Sombrillo

Balderas Announces $605,000 In Judgements Against Brothers In Meth Money Laundering Case

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:20 pm

Joe Chavez. Courtesy photo

STATE News:

ALAMOGORDO ― Attorney General Hector Balderas has announced that an Alamogordo judge, the Honorable James W. Counts, assessed $605,000 in penalties against brothers Joe and Robert Chavez, nicknamed “the AZ Boys”, who ran a meth-trafficking operation between New Mexico and Arizona.

In 2014, both were convicted at trial of felonies including racketeering, conspiracy, drug trafficking, and multiple counts each of money laundering. The Office of the Attorney General jointly prosecuted these criminal cases with the Twelfth Judicial

Pajarito Astronomers Hold Dark Night April 9

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:08 pm

PA News:

The Pajarito Astronomers will be holding their first County-Sponsored Dark Night of 2016 starting at 7:30 p.m. (sunset,) Saturday, April 9 at Spirio Soccer Field, Overlook Park.

Weather permitting, the public is invited to come out, wander among the telescopes, and star gaze. The planets Mercury and Jupiter will be visible. There will be a tour of the winter and spring constellations, and there will be telescope views of double stars, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies.

The public is invited and encouraged to

Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Southern Ute Tribe, and Navajo Nation Prepare For Melting Of El Niño Snowpack & Churn Of Heavy Metals

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:04 pm

NMED News:

SANTA FE ― The states of New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, Southern Ute Tribe and Navajo Nation announced their Animas, San Juan Spring Runoff Preparedness Plan.

The Plan participants share the Animas/San Juan Watershed and are joining forces to prepare for and monitor the melting of El Niño snowpack throughout the region. Monitoring during the spring runoff period is one of the necessary short-term needs for the multi-state and multi-tribe region that is in direct response to the Gold King Mine release caused by the US Environmental

Study: How Far Money Goes In Los Alamos County

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:03 pm

SMARTASSET News:

Balancing a budget can be tough: you have to know how far each dollar can be stretched. However, that may be easier in some places than others.

A new study from New York financial technology company SmartAsset shows where people can get the most out of their money thanks to a favorable cost of living. The study compares median income and cost of living data nationwide to find the counties where people hold the most purchasing power.

For a look at how Los Alamos County stacked up against the leaders in New Mexico, check the table below:

New Mexico Press Women State Conference April 22-23

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:02 pm

NMPW News:

New Mexico Press Women’s 2016 state conference is April 22-23 at the Bosque Retreat Center in Albuquerque.

The conference theme is “Shaping the Future of New Mexico: Our Role as Citizens and Journalists.” The speakers and panelists will explore what’s not being discussed in the public conversation or mainstream media about important issues.

Registration for members and non-members is available on the conference registration page. The deadline for registration is April 10. Early bird registration closes April 1.

The keynote

Environmental Sustainability Board Meeting Thursday

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 30, 2016 - 12:59 pm

COUNTY News:

A special meeting for the Envrionmental Sustainability Board will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 31 at the Eco Station, 3701 East Jemez Road in the Eco Station Break Room.

The meeting is open to the public.

Agenda:

1. Call to order – roll call

2. Board business – Develop potential recommendations for brush and bulk item collection program.

Presenter: John Bliss

3. Adjournment

Obituary: Joseph Lynn Parkinson Jan. 2, 1933 – March 27, 2016

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 30, 2016 - 12:57 pm

JOSEPH LYNN PARKINSON Jan. 2, 1933 – March 27, 2016

Joseph Lynn Parkinson, born January 2, 1933 in Pintura, Utah, died on March 27, 2016 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Lynn was an avid sportsman and enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, tennis, and golf. He was also an excellent gardener. Lynn met his bride, Joy, while attending college at Cedar City, Utah. They were married on September 14, 1955.

His first job was with Boeing in Seattle, Washington. During his years in Seattle, he completed a Bachelor degree in mechanical

Los Alamos Police Settle Major Contract

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 30, 2016 - 2:32 am

POLICE UNION News:

The Los Alamos Police Association Local #14, a unit of the International Union of Police Associations (I.U.P.A.), successfully negotiated and outstanding contract with the County of Los Alamos.

The fact that the contract was unanimously approved by officers in the unit is a clear indication of the quality of the agreement.

Commenting on the successful negotiations, President Monica Salazar-Casias of the Los Alamos Police Association Local #14 said, “When we ratified the contract it was a 25-0 vote. I think we have presented a united front to

Contribution Provides Seed Money For New Program At UNM-Los Alamos

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:20 am

Stephen Stoddard has been honored with a generous contribution to UNM-Los Alamos. Courtesy/UNM-LA

UNM-LA News:

The legacy of Los Alamos Living Treasure Stephen Stoddard has been honored once again with a generous contribution to UNM-Los Alamos to provide seed money for the creation of a program that will provide training for individuals who can serve as personal caregivers.

Barbara Stoddard recognized a need for caregivers in our community, people who can provide in-home health care and personal care to individuals. As many Los Alamos residents choose to stay here after retirement, the Read More

LAPS Announces PARCC Testing Changes

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 30, 2016 - 1:04 am

LAPS News:

It’s almost time for Los Alamos students to take their PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) exams this year.

The PARCC window opens April 4 with the Los Alamos Middle School being the first to test on April 7.

School-by-school PARCC schedules are posted on individual websites. Most schools will finish testing within 5 or 6 days with a couple of extra days for make-ups. While the standardized tests will be similar to last year, some aspects of the overall experience have changed.

Here are four ways PARCC testing will be different in 2016: Read More

County-LAHP Newly Created Home Renewal Program Opens For Applications Wednesday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 30, 2016 - 12:39 am

Los Alamos Housing Partnership Executive Director Steve Brugger, left, and Los Alamos County Community Development Department Director Paul Andrus discuss the Home Renewal Program during a March 8 County Council meeting in Council Chambers. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County’s Community Development Department and the Los Alamos Housing Partnership (LAHP) announced that the newly created Home Renewal Program will open for applications Wednesday, March 30.

Residents who meet low-income qualifications and require financial assistance Read More

Big Cat Tennis Lessons At Urban Park Wednesday

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 29, 2016 - 5:55 pm

Join Big Cat Tennis tomorrow at Urban Park for lessons. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

Sticking around spring break? Join Big Cat Tennis 1:30-3:30 p.m., Wednesday for a group lesson at Urban Park!

Costs is $15 and is for ages 6-13. Email Patrick at p.raichur@laschools.net or just show up.

LANL: Holistic Data Analysis And Modeling Poised To Transform Protein X-ray Crystallography

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 29, 2016 - 5:30 pm

Conventional protein X-ray diffraction images are processed to remove the sharp Bragg reflections, producing noisy images of diffuse intensity, left. Images from multiple crystal orientations are integrated into a 3-D dataset in which the signal is statistically averaged (center, showing a level surface of diffuse intensity in three-dimensions). The 3-D data show greatly enhanced diffuse features, as seen in simulated diffraction images obtained using the integrated data (right, compare to left panel). The 3-D data are used to validate and refine models of protein motions. Read More