Obituary: R. Dean Taylor – Dec. 25, 2015
R. DEAN TAYLOR – Dec. 25, 2015
Dr. Raymond Dean Taylor died suddenly on December 25, 2015 due to coronary artery disease at the age of 87.
Dean was a loving husband, father and grandfather, dedicated scientist, avid skier and active member of the First United Methodist Church.
Dean was born in 1928 in Okemah, Oklahoma. He received a BS in 1950 from Pittsburg State University and a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry in 1954 from Rice University. He then joined the Low Temperature Physics group at Los Alamos National Laboratory in 1954.
He maintained an active and productive career at LANL for the past 60 years. Read More
Four And 20 Black Birds Spotted On Zuni
Starlings flock to a backyard Saturday morning on Zuni in Los Alamos, continuously filling the heated ‘bird bath pie’ and at times numbering well over 100. Photo by Joel Williams
Governor Puts National Guard On Standby To Respond To Weekend Storm
Gov. Susana Martinez 
STATE News:
- Gov. Martinez Orders Several State Agencies to Monitor, Prepare, Respond to Storm
SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez announced that she has put the New Mexico National Guard on standby to respond to a winter storm that is expected to hit the state through the weekend.
In addition, the Governor ordered the Department of Transportation and the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to work closely together to monitor, prepare, and respond to the storm to ensure the safety of New Mexicans. The governor also urged New Mexicans to prepare for the storm, Read More
Pastor Granillo: I AM
By Pastor Raul GranilloGod said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” Exodus 3:14 (NIV)
When God came to Moses in a burning bush and told him that he was sending him back to free the Israelites from slavery, Moses asked a couple of fair questions. Who am I to do this, and who are you to send me? In our lives today, we may often ask these same questions: “Who am I to interfere with what is happening?” and “Who are you God to command me to do so?”
What we may not understand, and what Moses seemed to have missed as well, is that who God is and how we understand Read More
Cindy Lawton Sells Ownership In Rebound
Andy and Sarah Thien sign the papers Dec. 22 at Re/Max of Los Alamos to purchase Rebound Physical Therapy as co-owner Michelle Harris looks on at left. Courtesy photo
From left, Jon Bernard and his wife Cindy Lawton, Sarah Thien, Michelle Harris and Andy Thien celebrate at the Dec. 22 closing. Courtesy photo
Cindy Lawton of Los Alamos sold her half ownership in Rebound Physical Therapy Dec. 22 to Andy and Sarah Thien.
Lawton’s longtime partner Michelle Harris retains her half ownership in the business.
Harris and Lawton incorporated Rebound Read More
Obituary: Judy Runyan Dec. 21, 2015
JUDY RUNYAN Dec. 21, 2015
Judy Runyan, age 88, former Los Alamos resident, passed away Monday, Dec. 21, 2015 in Albuquerque.
She is survived by her children, David Bergstein of Albuquerque, Roxanne Cavin (Keith) of New York and Jody Jones (Dan Cather) of White Rock. She is also survived by three grandchildren, three great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren, and leaves many dear friends, especially Tom, Jacque, Airon and Logan Dimas of Albuquerque.
Judy loved quilting, sewing, needlepoint, reading and all animals. She loved sitting on her patio in the summer with Read More
Tennis Community Wishes Los Alamos Happy Holidays
The Los Alamos Tennis Community sends glad tidings to the community and a holiday that is merry and bright with a New Year filled with joy and good health. They also hope tennis enthusiasts will join their drop-in doubles every Saturday morning at Urban (weather permitting throughout the year). Courtesy/LATC Read More
Scene From The Season
Candlelight silhouettes a cat Christmas night at a residence in Pajarito Acres. Photo by Jennifer Bartram Read More
U.S. Demonstrates Production Of Fuel For Missions To The Solar System And Beyond
DOE News:Statement From Senate Democratic Leaders On Governor’s El Dorado Hotel Situation
NMSD News:LANL: Plasma Research Shows Promise For Future Compact Accelerators
The team in front of the Trident Target Chamber. Back row from left, Tom Shimada, Sha-Marie Reid, Adam Sefkow, Miguel Santiago and Chris Hamilton. Front row from left, Russ Mortensen, Chengkun Huang, Sasi Palaniyappan, Juan Fernandez, Cort Gautier and Randy Johnson. Courtesy photoWinter Clothing Allowance To Help More Than 15,000 New Mexico Children
NMHSD News:Udall Secures Sports Safety Provisions To Protect Youth Athletes From Concussions
U.S. Sen. Tom UdallFoundation Center Honors New Mexico State Library
NMSL News:
SANTA FE ― The New Mexico State Library was recognized recently for 35+ years as a Foundation Center Funding Information Network partner.
The State Library has been connecting New Mexicans to the grant resources the state needs to thrive since 1976.
Foundation Center President Bradford K. Smith said in his letter:
“The successful growth of the Foundation Center’s reach and impact is the direct result of the New Mexico State Library, one of our valued network partners. The New Mexico State Library’s dedication and commitment serve
DEA Eases Requirements For FDA-Approved Clinical Trials On Cannabidiol
DEA News:How The Hen House Turns: Grateful Birds
How the Hen House TurnsIn this season of giving, we were treated to a story that left us puzzled and awestuck, not sure how to interpret the giving of gifts that is more than simple gratitude.
Here is the link that we received from Madison, Wis.:
The link itself describes what is a bit hard to believe and yet hard to deny. After the young girl put out food for the crows everyday for some time, Read More
Conspirators: Felix Voitsinger And Jennifer Leon At Mesa Public Library In January
Jennifer Leon and Felix Voltsinger painting plein air. Courtesy photoLIBRARY News:
Jennifer Leon and Felix Voltsinger are having their first show together this January at the Mesa Public Library Gallery. The new exhibit begins Monday, Dec. 28 and continues through Jan. 28, 2016. There will be an opening reception 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7.
Leon and Voitsinger have shared countless hours in painting and drawing, in studio and out of doors, both of them committed to the intense observation of the scenes before them. Both artists work exclusively from observation, imagination, and memory. Read More
Soldier Proposes At Los Alamos Ice Rink Christmas Eve
Diego Cardiel proposing to Deja Sandoval on the ice Christmas Eve at the Los Alamos County Ice Rink. The Los Alamos High School graduates plan to marry following his deployment to Kuwait. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
She said yes! LAHS graduates Deja Sandoval and Diego Cardiel get engaged Christmas Eve at the Los Alamos County Ice Rink. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comDeja Sandoval got a surprise Christmas present she’ll remember the rest of her life. Her boyfriend, Diego Cardiel, proposed
Farolitos Illuminate Los Pueblos Street
Farolitos line Los Pueblos Street in los Alamos Christmas Eve with the light of a rare Christmas full moon. Photo by Steven Love
Spectacular moonlit clouds with farolitos on Los Pueblos Street in los Alamos. Photo by Steve Love Read More
Christmas Eve In White Rock
Jan Donnelly and Santa (aka Michael Donnelly) rang the Salvation Army bell Christmas Eve at the White Rock Smith’s on Sherwood Boulevard. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Holiday lights on Meadow Lane. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Lights on Sherwood Boulevard. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Manger scene. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
More White Rock lights. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
A tall tree decorated on Grand Canyon. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com