Wear Purple Nov. 22 to Support Pancreatic Cancer Awareness
By MONICA-AMIT MISHRANovember is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. A purple ribbon symbolizes hope for pancreatic cancer patients and Friday, Nov. 22 people across the country will support for Purple With A Purpose by wearing purple to spread awareness about pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatic Cancer is the deadliest form of cancer with a five-year survival rate of just 6 percent and no early detection tools or effective treatments. There is no cure, and if that wasn’t daunting enough, pancreatic cancer is expected to Read More
Los Alamos Police Expand Arrests in Drug Trafficking Case
Police executed a search warrant on a black backpack at this residence at 76 Isleta in White Rock where they encountered Rowena MacDonald, 46, who was arrested Feb. 28 on an outstanding warrant from the State of Missouri for charges of manufacturing methamphetamine. The backpack contained 42.7 grams of methamphetamine. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
As part of an ongoing investigation, Los Alamos Police made two more arrests since their Nov. 6 sweep through the County executing search warrants and gathering up drugs, paraphernalia, Read More
Rep. Garcia Richard Advocates for Veterans
By STEPHANIE GARCIA RICHARDAs some of you may know, I am a proud daughter of a World War II Veteran. My father’s service overseas and later back home helped shape my siblings and me. My Dad made sure I understood the value in dedicating one’s life to service, to protect and respect the rights of all Americans. My father and the millions of other men and women who willingly sacrifice for our rights are a driving force behind my determination to be a voice for the people in public office.
One of the things I enjoy most about being a State Representative are the opportunities
Leadership Los Alamos Session Targets Economic Development
Los Alamos Chamber Manager Katy Korkos leads a discussion on business funding at Friday’s Leadership Los Alamos session. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ldailypost.com
LANL Budget Officer Aaron Menefee discusses various aspects of the Lab’s budget at Friday’s LLA session. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ldailypost.com
David Pesiri, Division Leader, Technology Transfer at LANL gives a presentation Friday. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ldailypost.com
STAFF REPORT
Friday’s Leadership Los Alamos (LLA) session at the Research Park focused on Economic Development. Los Alamos Chamber Read More
Education Funding 101: How New Mexico and Los Alamos Compare …
Education Funding 101:This week, we’ll review how New Mexico and Los Alamos compare to other states in funding for K-12 public education.
This review is particularly relevant for Los Alamos families who moved here because of work opportunities with the Lab, combined with the reputation Los Alamos has for excellent K-12 public schools and a family-friendly environment. Many of these families have the opportunity to live and work elsewhere; and attracting and retaining Read More
High-Activity Radioactive Materials Removed From Mexico
Anne Harrington
NASA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has announced that it recovered high-activity radioactive materials from an oncology clinic in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. NNSA’s Global Threat Reduction Initiative (GTRI) and the Mexican National Commission for Nuclear Security and Safeguards (CNSNS) jointly supported the removal and the device containing the source was packaged and securely transported to the U.S. for final disposition.
“This operation is part of NNSA’s broad strategy to strengthen both U.S. and global Read More
Los Alamos Piano Students Earn Honors
Joshua Chung with his teacher Jana Warren. Joshua placed first in Level 1 at the 2013 PMTNM Honors Programs. Courtesy photoLos Alamos student musicians performed well Nov. 9 at the 2013 PMTNM (Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico) Piano Honors Programs.
At Level 1, Joshua J. Chung (student of Janna V. Warren) placed first with the performance of Four Rondos, Op. 60 by Dmitri Kabalevsky.
At Level 2, Jennifer Wang (student of Madeline Williamson) placed second with the performance of La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin and Suite Bergmasque: Prelude by Debussy.
At Level 4, Read More
IRS Warns of Scams Related to Relief for Typhoon Victims in Philippines
IRS News:
PHOENIX – The Internal Revenue Service today issued a consumer alert about possible scams taking place in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan.
Typhoon Haiyan – known as Yolanda in the Philippines – made landfall Nov. 8 in the central Philippines, bringing strong winds and heavy rains that have resulted in flooding, landslides, and widespread damage.
Following major disasters, it is common for scam artists to impersonate charities to get money or private information from well-intentioned taxpayers. Such fraudulent schemes may involve contact by telephone, social media, email or Read More
LAHS Holds Career Fair
LAHS News:
The Guidance Department of Los Alamos High School will host a Career Fair 6-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25 in A Wing at the LAHS.
More than 50 career options will be represented by local employers and employees.
Students are invited to meet with an accountant, engineer, equestrian, lawyer, doctor, and pharmacist, to name a few. Students will be able to meet with up to six representatives in 20-minute sessions during the evening. Refreshments will be served.
For more information about the Career Fair, contact Connie Goettee in the Career Resource Center at 505.663.2595 or c.goettee@laschools.net Read More
Annual Crèche Show Dec. 6
Note: Drop crèches to be displayed in show at the church between 8 a.m. and noon Dec. 6. Crèches must be picked up 4-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Send an email to LACrecheShow@gmail.com. with the number of crèches and any special set-up requirements.
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Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board Meeting Cancelled
COUNTY News:
The Nov. 19 meeting of the Los Alamos Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board has been cancelled as we have ascertained that only two of the four current members of LTAB are able to make the scheduled meeting.
Since this does not constitute a quorum, the board is not able to conduct business of any sort per Section 8-8 of the County Code which states, “No business shall be conducted by a county board or commission in the absence of a quorum… The only actions a board or commission may undertake in the absence of a quorum are to set the time and date of the next meeting, attempt to achieve a quorum by Read More
Council on Cancer Offers Appearance-Related Workshop
LACC News:
Cancer can rob a woman of her energy, appetite and strength, but it doesn’t have to take away her self confidence.
Look Good Feel Better® is a free non-medical nationwide program helping women with appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Workshops include instruction in skin care and makeup application; a complimentary makeup tool kit filled with donated products from the cosmetic industry; practical tips and instruction on wigs, head coverings, and nail care.
The Los Alamos Council on Cancer is happy to announce that its certified cosmetologist, LeAnne Parsons, Read More
Community Wishes Denise Lane Farewell
From left, Rose Corrigan, Merry McIntyre, new Dixie Girl owner Victor M. Medina, former owner Denise Lane and Lori Heimdahl Gibson Friday at a farewell event for Lane. Lane is moving to Albuquerque with her husband Mike after several decades of living and operating restaurants and selling real estate in Los Alamos. She sold the Dixie Girl Restaurant to Medina and his wife Patricia Thursday. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Mary McInerny with her husband Dan Saxton at the banner signing table set up for Denise Lane Friday at the Dixie Girl Restaurant. McInerny and JJ Maier organized Read More
Strong Winds & Mountain Snow on the Way
Courtesy/NWS
NWS News:
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque reports that a potent upper level disturbance is bringing accumulating snow to the higher terrain, then jet stream to strengthen and bring strong and potentially damaging winds.
Timing – Through Sunday Morning.
Location – Snow impacts Northern Mountains; Wind impacts area wide, but most significant eastern slopes of the Central Mountain Chain, Adjacent Highlands and East Central Plains.
Key Impacts:
- West winds 40 to 50 mph with some gusts near 60 mph Saturday through early Sunday east slopes of the Central Mountain
LAHS Staff Showered With Appreciation
LAHS Topper Parent Organization President Cecilia Garcia-Frank, standing, jokes with teacher Janet Newton at Friday’s Staff Appreciation Lunch in the LAHS staff lounge. Courtesy photo
LAHS Staff enjoy an appreciation lunch Friday prepared and served by the Topper TPO in the LAHS staff lounge. Courtesy photo
LAHS News:
Friday was Staff Appreciation Day at Los Alamos High School. Some 35 members of the Topper Parent Organization prepared a lunchtime feast for school staff which was served by TPO President Cecilia Garcia-Frank, Elizabeth Cooper, Olivia Li, Janine Tulenko, Read More
Valles Caldera Modifies Hunt Lotteries
VCNP News:
- New Format Expected to Boost Participant Numbers
JEMEZ SPRINGS – The Valles Caldera Trust has made dramatic changes to its elk and turkey hunt lotteries, which are expected to deepen the pool of applicants during these difficult economic times.
The Trust will combine a reduction in lottery application fees with a one ticket per hunt code purchase limit to attract more participants. The Trust will also eliminate multiple-ticket discount purchases. The changes are effective immediately and will apply to the 2014 hunting seasons.
“In the past, every ticket had an equal chance Read More
County Council Reviewing Strategic Goals Today
The Los Alamos County Council is meeting in a special session this morning to review its strategic goals. Councilors are discussing grouping existing items adopted back in 2011 under three broad categories: Quality of Life, Economic Vitality and Quality Governance. They feel having three categories of focus instead of the current 10 areas, makes it easier to communicate goals to County staff and the community. Within that context, Council also is interested in prioritizing goals, recognizing that the County does have limited budget and resources. In addition, Councilors are making some Read More
Letter to the Editor: Public Shaming Should Stop
By AMANDA BARRY Although we should all be aware of crime in our community, we do not need to list the names and post images of every person suspected of a crime or involved in a traffic violation. Many of these people may be found not guilty later, and these listings will be searchable for years to come.
This could affect future careers, especially of young people, as colleges are now performing internet searches
Los Alamos County Extends Branding Contract
North Star Community Brand Supervisor Adam Winstead, standing, solicits input from local business people in March. File photo
STAFF REPORT
Los Alamos County Administrator Harry Burgess told the Los Alamos Daily Post in an email Thursday that the County has granted a one-year extension on the contract for a branding initiative study for Los Alamos.
The extension does not include an increase in compensation for consultant North Star Destination Strategies, Inc. of Nashville, Tenn. The $50,000 contract for brand development is a part of the County’s Economic Development Division’s Read More
Alex Kirk in Running for John R. Wooden Award for Basketball’s Top College Player
Alex Kirk of Los Alamos on the court. Courtesy/UNM Lobos
SPORTS News:
The Los Angeles Athletic Club has announced its Preseason Top 50 on ESPN.com and Alex Kirk of Los Alamos who plays for the UNM Lobos is on the list!
Chosen by a preseason poll of national college basketball experts, the list is comprised of 50 student-athletes who are the early front-runners for college basketball’s most prestigious honor. The 50 athletes are competing for the John R. Wooden Award for basketball’s top college player.
Created in 1976, the John R. Wooden Award is the most prestigious individual honor Read More