Yang: We Must Continuously Improve … Or, Must We?
By ELENA YANGWe Must Continuously Improve _________ … or, must we?
How can we not want to improve ourselves all the time? How can organizations not expect continuous improvement on productivity? How can we not demand perfect safety and security? Indeed, how can anyone with a functioning brain reject “improvement?”
Well…it all depends on the types of improvement. If it’s about improving a mind, it likely concerns the breadth of topics or proficiency in a certain field; if it’s about “improving” (i.e. decreasing) a waist size, there’d better be a floor number below which it’d Read More
Los Alamos Plays Montana In ‘Hellbent’ Film
Los Alamos County Film Liaison Kelly Stewart with Chee Ho, location manager for the film ‘Hellbent’ Thursday at Starbucks on Central Avenue. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.coomWhen you need to launch a car from a cliff for your movie shoot in Los Alamos County, who you gonna call? The answer is County Film Liaison Kelly Stewart. Chee Ho, location manager for the independent film Hellbent did so just recently.
“Kelly has made a tremendous difference to our coming here,” Ho said. “She’s an invaluable asset.”
Launching the car Read More
Udall Warns About Scam Targeting Taxpayers
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall warned consumers about a phone scam targeting thousands of taxpayers in New Mexico and throughout the country, and encouraged taxpayers to exercise caution when providing personal information solicited over the phone or online.
According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), criminals are targeting taxpayers throughout the country with an aggressive and sophisticated impersonation scam. Callers claim to be IRS employees, often using fake names and caller ID that may make it appear as though their call Read More
CSF Wind Orchestra Opens 2015 Season March 29
Concert poster. Courtesy/Wind Orchestra of Concordia Santa Fe
MUSIC News:
The Wind Orchestra of Concordia Santa Fe opens its 2015 season with an array of 20th- and 21st-Century compositions in a program entitled Colors of the Southwest, in conjunction with the new art exhibit of the same title at the New Mexico Museum of Art.
This program features works that capture the musical life and landscapes of the southwestern United States. For contrast in the program, guest conductor Dr. Jaclyn Hartenberger from the University of Georgia has included two pieces from other geographical Read More
Capital Outlay Bill Dies As Legislature Adjourns
House Floor on Saturday during debate of SB 159. Courtesy photo
Staff Report:
SANTA FE – At noon Saturday, the 2015 New Mexico legislative session came to an end as the constitutionally allotted 60 days expired.
Once legislators adjourned, all uncompleted legislation died. This year’s legislative session saw a Republican majority take control of the House of Representatives for the first time in six decades.
This change in party control meant little to most New Mexicans and there were signs of bipartisan cooperation as the Legislature passed a $6.2 billion budget for next year’s Read More
Softball Legend Lou Pierotti Of Los Alamos Has Died
Community members have placed flowers today at the ‘Tribute to Pierotti’s Clowns’ mosaic art installation in front of Mesa Public Library in downtown Los Alamos to honor Lou Pierotti. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
STAFF REPORT
Softball legend Lou Pierotti of Los Alamos has died at the age of 94.
His daughter Marilee Pierotti Lau of San Francisco told the Los Alamos Daily Post that her father died suddenly Saturday at Los Alamos Medical Center. She said the family is finalizing service details, which will be scheduled for later in the week at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Read More
Scenes From Friday’s Valentina Devine Art Show
Model Bettina Hehlen, left, with Valentina Devine at the reception Friday for Devine’s one-woman show at the Fuller Lodge Art Center. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Art Center staffer Amy Bjarke models mitts created by Valentina Devine. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Yulia Radchenko models a Valentina original. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Hats by Valentina Devine. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comCelebrate Easter With Friends Of The Shelter Pancake Breakfast At Posse Lodge April 5
FOS News:
Sunday, April 5 is the fourth year in a row that the Los Alamos Friends of the Shelter (FOS) has participated in the Posse Lodge Pancake Breakfast. All proceeds go to FOS and the animals of Los Alamos County and northern New Mexico.
The menu includes pancakes of various flavors (including blueberry and chocolate chip), eggs, bacon, sausage, juice and coffee.
FOS will feature a silent auction of gift baskets, donated by Michelle Mas and Zena Thomas – the gift baskets were a huge hit last year, so come enter your bid. The auction will continue all morning.
There also will be registration forms Read More
Smart Design With Suzette: Quick And Inexpensive Ways To Change Up A Room
Newly updated living room. Courtesy photo
Smart Design with Suzette Looking around my office today, I felt the need to change it up. I painted the walls a beautiful blue two years ago, but after spending many hours in it each day, I need a visual change. I want a quick and inexpensive update. I’m sure some of you feel the same way about rooms in your home. Take heart, there are solutions – ones that won’t break the bank.
Interior designers know that a home is a constant work in process. Styles change. Tastes change. That’s why it’s Read More
State Of Chamisa School Discussion Tuesday, March 24
School Board Vice President Matt Williams
LAPS News:
Join Los Alamos Board of Education Vice President Matt Williams for an informative discussion about the current issues facing Los Alamos Public Schools. Williams will present information from the recent Budget Committee meetings and the 20 Year Facilities Plan.
One important consideration is that within five months, the School Board will likely need to commit to which elementary school will be rebuilt and how that rebuild will affect the other school sites.
Other topics that will be discussed are enrollment trends, out of District enrollment Read More
Mountain Bluebirds Spotted At North Mesa Stables
Mountain Bluebirds were spotted this weekend at the North Mesa Stables in Los Alamos. Unlike other bluebird species, Mountain Bluebirds often hover while foraging; they also pounce on their insect prey from an elevated perch. In winter, the species often occurs in large flocks wandering the landscape feasting on berries, particularly those of junipers, according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Photo by Trisha Ancell
A Mountain Bluebird at the North Mesa Stables. Photo by Trisha Ancell
A Mountain Bluebird at the North Mesa Stables. Photo by Trisha Ancell Read More
Cinema Cindy Reviews ‘Cinderella’
By CYNTHIA BIDDLECOMB“Cinderella”, Disney’s 2015 remake of the much-remade story, is actually not bad. Although there are parts of the film that are obviously for children and pre-teen girls, adults who remember with fondness the animated Disney film of the same name will find some happy memories here.
Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI) makes it possible for this live action film to incorporate visual magic.
The list of delights found in this film version of the classic fairy tale would have to start with the CGI transformations of the mice, lizards, and goose into the horses, footmen Read More
LAPS Superintendents Attend YMCA’s Red & Black Ball
Los Alamos Public School superintendents Dr. Gene Schmidt, left, and Dr. Kurt Steinhaus together with their wives Wendy Schmidt and Jo Beth Steinhaus Saturday night at the annual YMCA Red and Black Ball fundraiser at Buffalo Thunder. Schmidt is leaving the district at the end of this school year and Steinhaus was hired earlier this month. The two will work together during a transistion period beginning in the near future. Courtesy photo Read More
Pastor Granillo: The Bigger Picture
By Pastor RAUL GRANILLOThe Bigger Picture
A.W. Tozer once said, “The Word of God well understood and religiously obeyed is the shortest route to spiritual perfection. And we must not select a few favorite passages to the exclusion of others. Nothing less than a whole Bible can make a whole Christian.”
In the same way that a puzzle’s picture cannot be fully seen without all of the pieces, the scriptures in the Bible cannot be fully understood unless they are in context with the rest of the Bible.
Paul tells Timothy that the holy Scriptures, “are able to make you wise for salvation Read More
Los Alamos Senior Olympic Game Results
At the start line for the Los Alamos Senior Olympic Games 5K and 10K race today in White Rock, from left, Jackie Marr, Duane Marr, Inez Ross, Ted Williams, Laura McClellan, Ted Romero, Richard and Darla Thompson. Courtesy photo
Laura McClellan is the first woman across the 10K finish line. Courtesy photo
Ted Romero finishes first in the 5K race. Courtesy photo
Duane Marr finishes the 5K first in his age group. Courtesy photoSPORTS News:
After the first week of competiton, eight athletes qualified in the 5K and/or 10K Road Race.
Two qualified in Basketball Freethrow and 3-Point
Signs Of Spring Are Sprouting All Over White Rock
Signs of spring are in the air today including this pilot taking advantage of the warm weather to fly his remote control airplane at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Softball games are underway today at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Buses transported softball players from Farmington, Los Lunas and Carlsbad to games today at Overlook Park. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A variety of colorful flowers line the walkway at this home on Bandelier Avenue in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Shining Read More
Getting The Wrinkles Out: June English Celebrates 10 Years In Business
June English in the office of Professional Skin Care Choices. English is celebrating 10 years in business. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
The new spring makeup products from Jane Iredale are in stock at Professional Skin Care Choices. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
June English of Professional Skin Care Choices has been providing skin care services in Los Alamos for 10 years.
“It’s been challenging, but I’ve learned a lot over 10 years,” English said.
Trained as a medical aesthetician, English was confident of her skills, Read More
SFCIR: Dr. Nakhleh To Speak On ISIS And The Aftermath Of The Arab Spring – Threats And Challenges
Dr. Emile Nakhleh
SFCIR News:
The Santa Fe Council on International Relations presents a World Affairs Discussion Event “ISIS and the Aftermath of the Arab Spring: Threats and Challenges” by speaker Emile Nakhleh at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 11.
The event is hosted at the Santa Fe University of Art & Design, in the Forum, 1600 St. Michael’s Dr., and the cost is $15 for CIR members; $20 for non-members and guests, and qualified students with appropriate I.D. are welcome to attend this event for free.
Dr. Nakhlehretired is a Senior Intelligence Service Officer (SIS-3), Research Read More
NM REIA Enters PNM Rate Case To Protect ‘Rooftop’ Customer Sited Solar Projects And Jobs It Creates
REIA News:
ALBUQUERQUE – The Renewable Energy Industries Association – New Mexico (REIA) has filed with the Public Regulation Commission to intervene in the Public Service Company of New Mexico’s (PNM) rate case, in which the utility seeks to raise electricity rates approximately 12 percent.
REIA’s interest in the case is PNM’s request for approval to add a monthly interconnection fee (access fee) to the bills of owners of rooftop solar systems and to eliminate those customers’ ability to carry forward excess generation on their bills, or “bank” that energy for use in winter months. Read More
Applications Open For Annual RYLA Camp
ROTARY NEWS:
Aspiring young leaders are encouraged to attend Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), a week-long camp in July in the Manzano Mountains.
RYLA is a program that originated with Rotary International and has subsequently been specifically designed for New Mexico students by Rotary District 5520, which includes the Rotary Club of Los Alamos. The camp encourages servant leadership in youth by recognizing and rewarding deserving 11th grade students who are chosen to attend RYLA as an award for their past and present leadership and service activities.
These young people attend Read More