Smith’s Contributes $43,060 to Local Education
More than 20 local schools and educational entities recieved checks Wednesday from Smith’s Food & Drugs. Courtesy photo
Staff Report
Los Alamos K-12 schools and other local educational entities are the beneficiaries of a $43,060 donation from Smith’s Food & Drug Store, a result of participation in the grocer’s “Earn & Learn” rewards program.
A check presentation to each school or organization was held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Smith’s Food & Drug Store at 535 Central Ave. in Los Alamos.
More than 20 educational entities received funds. The top Read More
Letter to the Editor: Praise For Atomic City!
By DANA KLINE We have the best bus system! This morning, I missed my connection to the middle school at 7 a.m., but the bus driver, Mick, arranged for the Dial-A-Ride to get me to work.
I wasn’t even one minute late! You guys ROCK! I’ve been riding this bus system since its inception, and I have experienced only professionalism, responsibility and safety for all these years.
I’ve ridden public transportation in many big cities, and I hope we all know how fortunate we are to have such a wonderful system! Go Atomic City Transit!
Work Zips Along at Smiths Construction Site
Work on the new Smiths Marketplace on Trinity Drive is moving forward at a rapid pace. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
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Plastic Bag Ban Subject of Talk and Film
SIERRA CLUB News:
Jessie Emerson, who was involved in the recent passage of a plastic bag ban by the Santa Fe City Council, is the guest speaker at a public meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 at UNM-Los Alamos, Bldg. 2, Room 220.
The meeting is sponsored by the Sierra Club of Los Alamos.
Emerson will speak on how the ban was passed and why we might want to ban plastic bags in Los Alamos, as well as reducing waste generally.
Emerson’s presentation will be followed by the 78-minute award winning movie “Bag It,” about the major environmental problems caused by plastic bags. Read More
Column: How The Mighty Have Fallen
How The Mighty Have FallenFollowing the rainy season, we have seen a number of fallen trees throughout the community. Are your older trees ready for the next big storm? Are you concerned about a tree falling over, or a large limb crashing down on your house or car? It is during the seasons of rainy and windy weather when trees that have become hazardous make their presence known.
How can you tell if you have a hazardous tree before it lands on your house? First, inspect your trees regularly, both before and after storms. If you see Read More
Health Fair 8 a.m. to Noon Saturday
Pearl Harbor Survivor Tells His Story
Pearl Harbor survivor John Stanhope will share his experiences Saturday. Courtesy photo
LEGION News:
Longtime Los Alamos resident John Stanhope is the guest speaker at a Benefit for Veterans Breakfast hosted by the Jemez Springs American Legion 8 a.m. to noon (speaker 10-11 a.m.) Saturday, Sept. 28 at American Legion Post 75 (17691 Highway 4 in Jemez Springs.)
Stanhope is a WWII Vet (CMM-Chief Machinist Mate) and a Pearl Harbor survivor. He will talk about his experiences the day America was attacked at Pearl Harbor.
Breakfast is $10 a plate. Hawaiian breakfast specials in addition Read More
Autumn Arrives in Downtown Los Alamos
Fall is officially here and the leaves on several trees near Fuller Lodge in downtown Los Alamos have begun to turn colors. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Golf Course Club House Taking Shape
Workers near the entrance to the Los Alamos Golf Course Club House remodeling project under construction on Diamond Drive. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Cedar the Dog Needs a Home Today!
Hive Holds Brown Bag Lunch Today
HIVE News:
The Hive will hold its weekly brown-bag networking lunch at 11: 30 a.m. today (late is never a problem) at the Hive.
The Hive also welcomes presentations on projects from anyone. Just come by and update the group on progress or call Dave Jones at 505.660.06992 to schedule something. Read More
The Pain Free Athlete: Five Things Egoscue® Posture Therapy Can Do For You
The Pain Free Athlete Worker Digs Deep Hole Near Fuller Lodge
Remodeling and upgrade work continue around Fuller Lodge. This worker was spotted digging deep inside a large hole. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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Forest Service Seeks 8-minute Feedback
FOREST SERVICE News:
SANTA FE—Forest Service and contract employees working in developed and dispersed recreation sites and along Santa Fe National Forest roads want to know about your visit to the national forest as part of a recreation visitor program.
The interviewers gather basic visitor information. All responses are totally confidential. In fact, a person’s name is never written anywhere on the survey. The basic interview lasts about eight minutes. The questions visitors are asked to include such things as where they recreated in the forest, how many people they traveled with, how Read More
Jr. Toppers Have New Locations
JR. TOPPER News:
Jr. Toppers Basketball Clinics have moved this Saturday, Sept. 28.
Grades K-3 will meet 9-10 a.m. at Mountain Elementary School. Grades 4-6 will meet 9-10:30 a.m. at Los Alamos Middle School gymnasium.
Parents may begin at 8:45 a.m. to check in their Jr. Toppers. Read More
Finishing Touches Underway on Canada del Buey Trail
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Heart of Enchantment Quilt Show This Weekend
LAPQG News:
Heart of Enchantment Quilt Show, co-sponsored by the Los Alamos Piecemakers Quilt Guild and Jemez Mountains Bear Paws Quilting Guild, is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 at Crossroads Bible Church in Los Alamos.
Admission for the Quilt Show is $2 for adults and $1 for seniors and children.
The Heart of Enchantment Quilt Show will feature quilts and fiber arts items made by members of both the Los Alamos Piecemakers Quilt Guild and Jemez Mountains Bear Paws Quilting Guild. Vendors with sewing and quilting supplies, as well as Guild members with items Read More
Woman Sought by Police Remains on the Lam
Irene Quintana. Courtesy/LAPD
Los Alamos Police Detectives continue searching for the woman who has been on the lam since Sept. 17.
Irene Quintana, 49, of Chamita is wanted on a warrant with two felony charges: Distribution of a Controlled Substance and Conspiracy. Quintana is suspected of attempting to send controlled substances through the mail into the Los Alamos County Jail earlier this month.
Det. Sgt. Oliver Morris commended alert jail staff who were able to ascertain the contraband coming into the Jail – ensuring the environment is safe from outside Read More
New Solid Waste and Recycling Fees in Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
On Aug. 27, Los Alamos County Council passed new rates for the Environmental Services Division. The approved new rates will go into effect Sept. 30.
These new rates will adjust a variety of fees currently charged at the Los Alamos County Eco Station and fees charged for roll-off services. The changes will not impact monthly residential solid waste fees or commercial dumpster fees.
The new rates will serve as a tool to assist in the creation of a more sustainable community. The County has eliminated the tipping fee for cardboard and metal, drastically reduced the tipping fee Read More
OBITUARY: Edgar Davis Bush Jr. Jan. 1, 1932–Sept. 22, 2013
EDGAR DAVIS BUSH Jr. Jan. 1, 1932–Sept. 22, 2013
Edgar Davis Bush Jr., 81, of Los Alamos, N.M. died on September 22, 2013. “Ed” was born on January 1, 1932 in Morenci, Ariz. He is survived by his wife Carolyn, son Mike and wife Donna of Chandler, Ariz., his grandson Matthew and wife Maureen and his great grandson Declan of Renton, Wash. He was preceded in death by his grandson Danny.
He was taken from us after a 9 month battle with cancer. Ed’s full life ended peacefully with his wife and son by his side.
Ed and Carolyn were high school sweethearts and have been happily married for 59 years. He will be missed Read More