Udall, Heinrich Highlight Initiatives For Native American Students In New Education Law
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U.S. Rep. Ben Ray LujánPEEC Events For January 2016
PEEC News: Feature Film: Sea Monsters, A Prehistoric Adventure
See prehistoric sea creatures come to life and follow fossil hunters to remote locations as they excavate the remains of some of the most awe-inspiring creatures of all time. 2 p.m. Suitable for ages 4 and up. $6 per adult, $4 per child. More information at peecnature.org.
Feature Film: Sea Monsters, A Prehistoric Adventure
See prehistoric sea creatures come to life and follow fossil hunters to remote locations as they excavate the remains of some of the most awe-inspiring creatures
Lads Of Enchantment Team Up With Salvation Army
The Lads of Enchantment shared holiday tunes barbershop style to help the Salvation Army raise funds to help those in need Sunday at Smith’s Marketplace. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
A visitor to Smith’s Marketplace puts money in the Salvation Army bucket Sunday during the Lads of Enchantment concert. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comRoger This: Auditing The Issues Management Audit
By ROGER SNODGRASSA December 2015 audit report by the Energy Department’s Inspector General’s Office deserves a little auditing itself.
The audit examines the issues management program at the Los Alamos Field Office (LAFO), which falls under the National Nuclear Security Administration, a semi-autonomous agency within the Department of Energy. NNSA is mainly responsible for the national security activities of DOE, including the nuclear weapons portfolio, the nuclear stockpile, threat reduction, non-proliferation and a variety of science programs that contribute Read More
Los Alamos Children’s Dentistry Officially Opens
Dentist Bill Nichols cuts the ribbon to officially open his clinic, Los Alamos Children’s Dentistry at 751 Trinity Dr., Suite 305 in the Smith’s Marketplace business park. He is assisted from left, Daniel Hemphill who is helping to set up the practice, Chamber Manager Nancy Partride, County Councilor David Izraelevitz, Santa and Elsa (Megan Hemphill) and Anna (Louisa Bellian) from ‘Frozen.’ Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Community members celebrate the Grand Opening of Los Alamos Children’s Dentistry. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comSmart Design With Suzette: Creating A Cozy & Inviting Home
Welcoming entry. Courtesy photo 
Smart Design with SuzetteCreating A Cozy & Inviting Home
You don’tneed to have a lot of money to have a beautiful, inviting home. But when faced daily with the images of people who have more than you, it can be hard to remember that you can still make a lovely space without a lot of money. Whenever you’re feeling down about not having as big a budget for home decor as you’d like, peruse this list to remind yourself how to have a fantastic, cozy, and inviting home without spending a lot of money.
Keep It Clean
The act of cleaning has many Read More
New Wednesday Afternoon History Activities For Kids This Spring
LAHSM News:History Wednesdays will meet in the Historical Society’s new Museum Classroom. The Museum Classroom is in Fuller Lodge, 2131 Central Ave., in Los Alamos. It is upstairs in the west
Creating A Healthier Holiday Meal
By DEBORAH JAUS, Director
LAMC Nutrition Services
A Holiday Menu Tune-Up
Holidays bring joy … and food anxiety. How to cook, how to serve, and, finally, how much? In an era when we all seem to be on a diet, do you give in and make everything Grandma did?
Today’s goal is not to re-create a Norman Rockwell painting, but to produce a festive meal you will be happy to serve. The biggest change: If you don’t need to present the whole turkey for carving at the table, cook a turkey breast instead.
Cooking Times
If you start with a fresh turkey breast, you don’t have to worry about thawing it in time to cook for dinner. Read More
County: Carbon Neutrality Definition Tabled
COUNTY News:
Thank you to everyone who provided feedback and/or attended the Dec. 16, 2015 Board of Public Utilities (BPU) meeting. The BPU tabled the Carbon Neutrality Definition at the Dec. 16 meeting.
The matter will be put on the agenda to be discussed again and adopted at the Jan. 20, 2016 Board meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave.
Introduction
The Board of Public Utilities (BPU) will adopt a definition for “Carbon Neutrality” at its December 16, 2015 Board meeting scheduled at 5:30PM in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Read More
Jemez Thrift Shop Closed Dec. 23-Jan. 5
JEMEZ THRIFT SHOP News:
The Jemez Thrift Shop would like to wish everyone happy holidays and announce that the store will be closed Dec. 23 through Jan. 5.
It will re-open Wednesday, Jan. 6 for the first Bag Day of the new year. Read More
Letter To The Editor: Free Money Is Killing New Mexico
By PAUL J. GESSING, President Nothing seems to unite New Mexicans like the desire for “free” money.
Over the past few weeks, no fewer than three opinion pieces have run in various media outlets in support of Medicaid expansion. Two of these articles were from Democratic legislators.
While “compassion” and alleged health care improvements – unsupported by real-world data – were cited, a central argument involved “free” money that is flowing into the State from Washington.
Recently, I had the chance to testify before an interim committee of the Read More
Pastor Granillo: Peace
By Pastor RAUL GRANILLO“But as for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, Too little to be among the clans of Judah, From you One will go forth for Me to be ruler in Israel. His goings forth are from long ago, From the days of eternity” Micah 5:2 NASB).
Living in a state of peace is a common goal for mankind. Whether it be at the global level, the government level, in our own homes, or even in our minds, peace is something we all desire. And during the Christmas season, peace—especially “peace on earth”—seems to be one of the most prevalent themes in windows, on mantles, and in carols. Read More
Udall, Heinrich, Luján Include Provision To Support Gold King Mine Monitoring In Year End Legislation
Congressional News:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, the lead Democrat on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich and U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján announced that they included a provision in the end-of-year appropriations bill that encourages the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to conduct long-term monitoring efforts following the Gold King Mine blowout.
The accident spilled toxic wastewater into the Animas and San Juan rivers in New Mexico and Colorado. The provision directs the EPA to coordinate with Read More
LANL Contract Goes Out For Bid After 2017
LANL News:
In a memo to his employees Dec. 17, obtained by the Los Alamos Daily Post, Director Charles McMillan explains why Los Alamos National Security, LLC did not net another year of award term on its contract:
To: LANL ALL
LAAC Creates Holiday Window Display At CB FOX
A sweet, furry friend greets those who pass by the front window at CB FOX Department Store. The stuffed animal is part of the annual Los Alamos Arts Council’s holiday window display. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost
A Christmas display decorated with peppermints, candy canes and other sweet things pay homage to decorations on a gingerbread house. The tree is part of the Los Alamos Arts Council’s holiday window display at CB FOX. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost
Along The Way: Kristy Ortiz Makes Difference In Bayard
Kristy OrtizFour State Museums Close Christmas, New Year’s Day
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