Solo Traveler: The Soloists
Rocky Mountain Park scene. Photo by Momo Vuyisich
A stream in Rocky Mountain Park. Photo by Momo Vuyisich
Solo Traveler: The SoloistsI was in high school when I read Isabella Bird’s famous book A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains.
She was a 19th century British explorer who supported herself with writing. She traveled alone most of the time, and found that “pluck” was rather admired in the American West.
Most people were filled with too much admiration for her solo travel and independent spirit to do her any harm. Her adventure articles (and books) were published Read More
Udall: Filibuster Rule Change Reducing Senate Gridlock
Sen Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON —Tuesday, Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M. praised the confirmation of Patricia Millett to serve on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. She is the first nominee to be confirmed by the Senate since changing its rules to prohibit filibusters of executive branch and judicial nominees, other than those to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Since 2009, Udall has led the fight in the Senate to cut through gridlock, and he said Millett’s confirmation by a vote of 56-38 is evidence that the Senate is finally working again when it comes to these important Read More
NAACP Leader Receives FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award
FBI News:
Albuquerque FBI Special Agent in Charge Carol K.O. Lee presented the 2013 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award today to Dr. Harold Bailey, president of the Albuquerque chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
Each of the FBI’s 56 field offices annually selects an individual or organization to receive this award, which honors efforts in combating crime, terrorism, drugs, and violence in America.
“It is an honor to receive this prestigious community service award,” Dr. Bailey said. “I will continue to work with others to preserve and Read More
LANL: Nontoxic Quantum Dot Research Improves Solar Cells
Hunter McDaniel, Los Alamos National Laboratory postdoctoral researcher, works in the laboratory developing next-generation quantum dots that could revolutionize photovoltaic technology. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
- Record power-conversion efficiency at Los Alamos from quantum-dot sensitized photovoltaics
Solar cells made with low-cost, non-toxic copper-based quantum dots can achieve unprecedented longevity and efficiency, according to a study by Los Alamos National Laboratory and Sharp Corporation.
“For the first time, we have certified the performance of a quantum dot sensitized Read More
Hive Holds Brown Bag Lunch Today
Hive News:
The Hive will hold its regular brown-bag networking lunch starting at about 11:30 a.m. (late is never a problem) today at the Biolab, next to the food Co+op, 100 Entrada Dr., Room 168.
Contact Dave Jones for information or to schedule a presentation at 505.660.6992 or ferljones@yahoo.com. Read More
Frozen Pipes Burst in Coyote Ranger District Office
USFS News:
SANTA FE – The Coyote Ranger District office of the Santa Fe National Forest is temporarily closed due to water damage. The Coyote District Office flooded Saturday, Dec. 7 after frozen pipes burst in the fire sprinkler system.
To reach employees of the Coyote Ranger District, continue to call the main office number at 575-638-5526, which is forwarded to the Cuba Ranger Station. Front desk personnel will put you in touch with Coyote District employees who are temporarily working out of the Cuba and Espanola Ranger Stations. You may also contact an employee Read More
PEEC: Arborist Gives Tips on Winter Tree Survival
PEEC News:
Local certified arborist Laural Hardin is back at the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec.18.
In this program, Hardin will talk about what homeowners can do to take care of their trees throughout the winter, to make them stronger and healthier for the spring. The cost to attend this program is $8 or $6 for PEEC members. No advance registration is required.
There are actually specific things a person can do to ensure the trees on their property emerge from the cold and snow with a healthier outlook for the spring. These include water, tree wrap, and Read More
Attorneys Respond to Los Alamos County’s Settlement With Detective
Det. Brian SchamberLos Alamos County Settles Detective Suit at $600,000
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County and Los Alamos Police Department employee (Det.) Brian Schamber reached a settlement agreement Dec. 10.
Schamber had been evaluated by the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute in Las Vegas, N.M. in December 2012 before being released and cleared for active duty as a police officer by a psychiatrist. Following his release, Schamber had continued to be employed by the County but working from home after stating that, because he had been evaluated at a mental health institution, he was now prohibited by federal law from carrying a firearm.
Los Alamos County disagreed, Read More
Funeral Services for Tyler Van Anne
LATC News:
Funeral Services for Tyler Van Anne:
Friday, Dec. 13 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church on Canyon Road behind Los Alamos High School, across the street from the Los Alamos Teen Center.
9 a.m. Rosary and Eulogy
10 a.m. Funeral Mass, followed by a reception in the Parish Hall across the church parking lot Read More
LAMS Robotics Team Takes Second at Regional Qualifier
Some of the members of the Los Alamos Middle School Hawk FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Team 7813 pose with their robot. From left, Jaryn Newman, Jesse Cooke, Summer Bronson, Joseph Thompson and Erin Scott. Courtesy/Daphne Thompson
HAWK FTC Team 7813 News:
Some of the members of The Los Alamos Middle School Hawk FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Team 7813 From left: Jaryn Newman, Jesse Cooke, Summer Bronson, Joseph Thompson and Erin Scott .Photo courtesy of Daphne Thompson
The Los Alamos Middle School Hawk FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Team 7813 advanced to the final round on Saturday during the first FTC Read More
Affordable Care Act to Increase Access to Mental Health Benefits
Rep. Ben Ray Luján
WASHINGTON D.C. – Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District highlighted recent data that shows the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is expanding mental health and substance use disorder benefits for approximately 60 million Americans – including approximately 403,000 New Mexicans. This expansion of coverage for mental health and substance use disorders is one of the largest in a generation.
Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, insurance companies in the individual and small group market are required for the first time to cover mental health and substance use Read More
Buy a Tree, Ski for Free or Howl at the Moon this Weekend at the Valles Caldera
Courtesy/VCNP
VCNP News:
JEMEZ SPRINGS — A packed weekend schedule of winter fun awaits visitors to the Valles Caldera National Preserve this weekend. Visitors can cross country ski or snowshoe in the moonlight or daylight and then take home a Christmas Tree.
The first of four scheduled Moonlight Skiing and Snowshoeing events is this Saturday, Dec. 14. Visitors can enjoy extended hours to experience the magic of the Preserve after the sun goes down. Purchase your Skiing and Snowshoeing Permit at the Valle Grande Information Center and Gift Shop as late as 8 p.m. and enjoy the full moon, bonfires, Read More
Shaklee Distributor is Proud to Work for a Company Whose Values Match Hers
Local Shaklee distributer Joni Holub offers environmentally friendly products. Courtesy photoBy MANDY MARKSTEINER
Joni Holub was tired of constantly getting emails from friends and family warning her about companies that say that their products are organic or natural, but who are actually lobbying against GMO labeling, or companies that are supposedly green, but leave a huge carbon footprint.
She was getting discouraged because so few companies walk their own talk. “It was getting to the point where I didn’t know who to trust,” Holub said,
That’s why Holub was so happy to learn about Shaklee. Read More
This Week at the Reel Deal
Column By JIM O’DONNELLThis Friday, the Reel Deal will open The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug. The top critics are rating it at 100 percent. It was shot in New Zealand and the amazing cinematography takes full advantage of the islands beauty. It will be really busy opening weekend so come early. The run time is 2:41 hours, so we will not have a late show. Our latest show is at 7:30 p.m. every day.
The theater is holding Frozen, Hunger Games, and Out of the Furnace.
I saw Out of the Furnace the other night and enjoyed it. If you like “feel good” movies, maybe this is not Read More
Students Learn Computer Coding From LANL Employees
Students at Chamisa Elementary School learn about computer coding from Los Alamos National Laboratory employees as part of Computer Science Education Week’s Hour of Code. Courtesy photoLAPS News:
Students at Chamisa and Pinon Elementary Schools and the Los Alamos Middle School are participating in Computer Science Education Week’s Hour of Code.
Several Los Alamos National Laboratory employees are helping kindergarten through sixth grade students at the elementary schools learn about computer programming (coding) during one hour sessions.
By 4:30 p.m. Monday, 3.4 million Read More
Local Generosity Raises United Way Thermometer
A number of Los Alamos businesses donated 5 percent of their sales on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30, to the United Way’s Community Action Fund. From left, Daniel Deschamp of High Desert Carpet Care, Randy Mock of Home Run Pizza, Eric Garcia of Home Run Pizza, David Jolly of Metzger’s, Rose Nyenhuis of Fusion Multisport and Andy Fox of CB FOX. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Andy Fox of CB FOX, left, presents a check to Jeremy Varela of United Way Tuesday afternoon in front of the Los Alamos Post Office. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Rose Nyenhuis Los Alamos Names Four to Laboratory Fellows List
LANL news:
- Leaders honored in fields of environmental biology, space, physics and nuclear-threat detection
Four scientists are being inducted into the Los Alamos National Laboratory Fellows, a distinguished organization that honors outstanding contributions to science and technology. Tuesday, Laboratory Director Charles McMillan appoints new Fellows Mark Chadwick, Cheryl Kuske, Geoff Reeves and Frank Pabian.
“In our field, to be recognized by one’s peers is the highest of honors,” McMillan said. “Congratulations to Mark, Cheryl, Geoff and Frank. Their creativity and innovation Read More
Take Trip Down Santa Fe Trail With Fun Mystery
Author Inez Ross with her book ‘Perilous Pursuit on the Santa Fe Trail.’ Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Review by BONNIE J. GORDONInez Ross first published “Perilous Pursuit on the Santa Fe Trail” in 2005, shortly after completing an eight year quest to hike the entire Santa Fe Trail. The book is a hardback with cover drawn by D’anne Andrykovich, a well-known Michigan artist.
“Perilous Pursuit” is a modern mystery that recasts Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as Sheila Jones and Dora Watling, two single women in their middle years. Read More