Bandelier Has Re-Opened
Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/NPS
BANDELIER News:
Bandelier National Monument re-opened at noon Thursday after having been closed by the 16-Day government shutdown. The reopening comes just in time to celebrate Sunday’s National Archeology Day and National Wilderness Day.
“It’s a great time of year to come to the park,” Superintendent Jason Lott said. “The canyon is bright with autumn colors, the weather forecast is calling for a classic New Mexico October day, and it will be a great chance to learn about two of the most important aspects of Bandelier, Read More
LANB Announces New Vice President of Commercial Loans
LANB News:
SANTA FE – Los Alamos National Bank (LANB) has recently hired Michael Padilla, a 25-year banking industry professional, as Vice President of Commercial Loans.
“I am proud to join LANB in supporting local businesses and strengthening the local economy. We offer commercial loans and are eager to visit with our customers about new opportunities to realize their business goals and help them make their dreams a reality,” Padilla said. “I look forward to working with LANB in making this community financially prosperous and a healthy place to live and work.”
Padilla, a native Read More
Donation Funds Purchase of Bethe House on Bathtub Row for Cold War Museum
Clay Perkins, left, accepts the oldest existing key to the Bethe House from John Ruminer. ‘They may have Hans Bethe’s fingerprints on them,’ Rumier said. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Historical Society Executive Director Heather McClenahan, left, and Dorothy and Clay Perkins listen as John Ruminer recounts the history of The Bethe House. Photo by Bonnie Gordon/ladailypost.com
Physicist and history buff Clay Perkins’ fascination with things nuclear began at an early age. “I was only 11 years old in 1945 Read More
Money IQ: Why Do I Need Title Insurance?
Money IQ
There is a common question asked of almost every mortgage lender, whether it be a purchase or a refinance. That question is; “why do I need Title Insurance?” To answer that question you first need to understand what title insurance is. Title insurance is an insurance policy or contract issued by a title company to protect the owner as well as the lender against a loss that may arise by reason of a defect in the ownership interest in real property.
In addition, the title insurance company agrees to defend you or the lender in court if there is
Curiosity Confirms Origins of Martian Meteorites
Scientists identified meteorites, such as this one nicknamed ‘Black Beauty,’ as Martian in origin. Courtesy/NASA
Rural Action Caucus Steering Committee Visits Northern New Mexico
Los Alamos County Utilities Manager John Arrowsmith provides an overview of the Los Alamos Smart Grid and Smart House collaboration to the members of the Rural Action Caucus. Photo by Sharon Stover
Rural Action Caucus members learn about the unique history of Los Alamos from the ancient pueblos to the atomic age during the Los Alamos Historic Society Walking Tour. Photo by Sharon StoverMore than 50 elected officials from around the nation attended the Rural Action Caucus (RAC) Steering Committee meeting in Santa Fe, Oct. 10-12.
The Rural Read More
Nominations Sought for New Living Treasures
Most recent Los Alamos Living Treasures named in 2013: Lee A. Builta, Rosmarie H. Frederickson and Craig Martin. Photos by Jim Gautier
LIVING TREASURES News:
Do you know someone you think should be a Living Treasure of Los Alamos? Nominations will be accepted through Nov. 30, and a nine-member board will choose three new Treasures, who will be honored at a ceremony in April 2014. Selection of the new Treasures will be based on letters of nomination from the public; letters should include the following information:
- When did the nominee come to Los Alamos?
- In which areas did the nominee make
Enjoy Dinner and Entertainment at Saturday’s American Legion Fundraiser
AMERICAN LEGION News:
On Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013 American Legion Post 90, Auxiliary Unit 90 will be hosting a fundraiser in support of Auxiliary Charities. Dinner will be served by the Ladies Auxiliary starting at 5:30 p.m. for $6 a plate consisting of New Mexican Fare.
Live entertainment at 7 p.m. will be provided by BAT, a musician and interactive entertainer. BAT honors and entertains Veterans throughout the country. If you have never seen BAT, this may be your only chance this year due to his busy touring schedule.
The American Legion is a national organization created to honor and serve ALL Read More
Prizewinning Student Film Shows Sunday
Courtesy image
Staff Report
Samantha Filer, a 17-year-old homeschooled student from Jemez Springs, received the Best of Festival Award in the statewide Desert Light Film Festival. Filer produced, edited and directed “The Sword of Arundel,” a 56-minute drama with a Lord of the Rings feel.
The film will be shown at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Reel Deal Theater at 2551 Central Ave. in Los Alamos.
Filer composed the original piano, Irish whistle, violin score, which took first place in the NM MTNA state composition competition in 2011, and which her younger brother, Nathan, 14, orchestrated into Read More
Hive Brown-Bag Lunch Today
HIVE News:
The Hive will hold its normal brown-bag networking lunch starting at about 11:30 a.m. today (late is never a problem) at the Hive, 134 N.M. 4.
After today’s meeting, the Hive will begin holding its meetings in different locations. Watch the announcements each week for the location.
The Hive physical facility is closing and is in the process of selling all of the furniture, equipment and materials. Much has already been sold, but lunch attendees will have an opportunity to look over what is left and purchase the remaining items. What doesn’t find new homes tomorrow Read More
Judges Needed for Speech and Debate Tournament
HILLTALKERS News:
The Los Alamos Hilltalkers Speech and Debate Team’s annual invitational tournament is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2 at Los Alamos High School.
This local event has built a strong reputation drawing teams from around the state eager for rigorous competition and high-quality feedback from engaged, trained judges.
The tournament serves as the team’s largest fundraiser and educational event and offers an opportunity for Los Alamos community members to participate and support the team by serving as judges.
There are numerous speech and debate sessions Read More
Waffle Breakfast Benefits Red Cross
MASONIC LODGE News:
The Pajarito Masonic Lodge 66 of AF & AM Masons will hold a Waffle Breakfast 7:30-10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Los Alamos Pajarito Lodge, 15th Street and Canyon Road in Los Alamos.
The price is $7 for adults and $3 for children. The event will benefit the American Red Cross. Read More
Sign-up Now for Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament
LAVC News:
The Los Alamos Volleyball Club will host a Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Los Alamos High School Gymnasium.
Features of the tournament include:
- Round Robin for Placement
- Single Elimination Tournament
- Six on Six
- Minimum of four players per team
The cost is $20 per person. Players are urged to sign up as soon as possible by contacting losalamosvc@yahoo.com. Read More
Two of New Mexico’s Three Representatives Vote to End Government Shutdown
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
Luján Votes to End Shutdown, Avoid Government Default, and Keep Labs Open
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District voted tonight for compromise legislation that will end the government shutdown, raise the debt ceiling so the government can pay its bills, and establishes a conference committee for the House and Senate to negotiate on a budget for the coming year.
“While I would have preferred legislation that extends the debt limit for a longer period of time and that funds the government at a higher Read More
U.S. House Passes Bill to End Government Shutdown!
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
The United States House of Representatives just passed a Senate-brokered bill to fully reopen the government and raise the federal government’s debt ceiling.
In a 285 to 144 vote, the action came after 16 days of a partial government shutdown and one day before the Treasury Department warned that the nation could run out of money to pay its bills unless it raised its borrowing limit.
The bill now goes to President Barack Obama who said he will sign it and vowed to get things back up and running as soon as possible.
“I will sign it immediately,” the President Read More
Udall; Heinrich Hail Senate Vote to Re-Open Federal Government
U.S. Sen. Tom UdallU.S. Senate Passes Bill to Avoid Default; Reopen Government!
U.S. SENATE News:
The United States Senate voted 81-18 this evening to avoid a financial default and reopen the government. The measure is now in the House, which is expected to pass the bill by midnight.
This bill comes after a 16-day partial shutdown and will reopen the government through Jan. 15 and permit the Treasury to borrow normally through Feb. 7 or possibly a month longer. Senate passage of the bill came several hours after Majority Leader Harry Reid and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced a bipartisan agreement.
Reid spoke on the Senate floor earlier today regarding the bipartisan Read More
United Way Shares Resources for Furloughed Federal Employees
UWNNM News:Breaking News: Agreement Reached to Reopen Government!
U.S. SENATE News:
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced an agreement has been reached to reopen the government and avert the nation’s first-ever default on U.S. debt.
The Senate’s bill will end an impasse that has shut down the government for 16 days.
According to news reports, Reid hailed the agreement saying that “in the end, political adversaries put aside their differences.”
Now the agreement must win approval in the Senate and then the House before reaching President Barack Obama’s desk, perhaps by the Read More
School Board Moves to Ease Teacher Burdens
Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, center, and others listen to Assistant Superintendent Gerry Washburn as he gives an overview of the history of the New Mexico Teacher Evaluation System. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Mountain Principal James Ivanovich explains how the new Teacher Evaluation System affects principals. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comThe mood was cautiously optimistic at the close of Tuesday’s special meeting of the Los Alamos School Board.
The purpose of the meeting was to draft Read More