Flooding Closes Areas of SFNF Through Dec. 30
Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
Recent heavy rainfall in the Pecos/Las Vegas area of the Santa Fe National Forest has required that certain roads and sites be closed for public safety.
Several forest roads are impassible due to washouts, debris such as trees and branches along roadways, and plugged culverts. There are also a few bridges that were jammed up with debris and sustained damage.
Forest personnel continue to assess the damage but are unable to reach some areas due to impassable roads. Clearing of debris has begun in some areas but this may take some time depending on the amount Read More
Prescribed Burns Planned on Santa Fe National Forest
SFNF News:
The Santa Fe National Forest is planning a prescribed fire on the Coyote Ranger District within the next seven days.
The Mesa Camino burn may start as early as tomorrow (Sunday.) If conditions don’t allow that burn to be successful, they may burn in the Gallina area instead. Planned benefits from these burns: reduce hazardous fuels, break up continuous fuels, prepare the land for new growth, help plants and trees to grow healthier, improve wildlife habitat.
Smoke will be monitored and the Forest Service will comply with New Mexico air quality regulations. Smoke from a prescribed fire Read More
Bandelier Again Collects Entrance Fees; Public Lands Day is Fee Free
A member of the Bandelier maintenance staff works to clear the main trail of mud left by Sept. 12, 13, and 14 flash floods. Courtesy/NPS
BANDELIER News:
Since the Frijoles Canyon section of Bandelier National Monument closed last weekend due to the effects of three flash floods in three days, park employees have been working hard to clean up the mud and damage.
On Thursday, Sept. 19, it was cleared sufficiently to allow the shuttle buses to start bringing visitors, and by Friday enough of the area was open to begin charging entrance fees. So far, shuttle buses are still the only way to come into
Udall: $2 Million ‘Quick Release’ Emergency Relief Funds Coming to New Mexico
U.S. SENATE News:Will work to ensure federal government keeps commitment to provide resources for flood damage
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, a member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, today welcomed the news that the U.S. Department of Transportation will make immediately available $2 million in emergency relief funds to help New Mexico cover the costs of repairing roads and bridges damaged by the severe storms this month.
“Communities across our state are cleaning up from devastating floods, and many are facing expensive Read More
Udall Supports NM Nominee for Deputy Interior Secretary
Michael Conner
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Thursday, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M., spoke before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee in support of the nomination of New Mexico native Michael Connor to serve as Deputy Secretary of the Interior Department.
A Las Cruces native and NMSU graduate with degrees in engineering and law, Connor currently serves as Commissioner of the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. He previously ran the Interior Secretary’s Indian Water Rights Office before moving to the U.S. Senate as counsel to the Energy and Natural Resources Committee under former Sen. Read More
Beer Coop Hosts Beer and Movie Night
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LABC News: Join the Los Alamos Beer Coop at 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26 for “a Beer and a Movie” featuring Beer Hunter: The Movie. (https:////www.beerhuntermovie.com/) The movie begins at 7:15 p.m. and the event is a fundraiser for the Los Alamos Beer Coop. Beer Hunter is a documentary film about beloved and influential beer and whiskey journalist Michael Jackson. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 the day of show. Tickets are on sale now at the Reel Deal Theater. |
LACDC Seeks Artists for Two Outdoor Markets
LACDC News:
Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation is looking for artists and artisans to participate in the final two outdoor Artist Markets of the season at the White Rock Visitor Center.
The Markets are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 12. Space is limited, so early registration is advised. A local food vendor will be on hand Sept. 28.
To register for either market, click here, or contact Melanie Peña for more information at melanie @loslamos.org or 505.661.1807. Read More
Hannemann’s Music Corner: Puzzler
Hannemann’s Music Corner: PuzzlerJust for fun, translate the following musical terms into a phrase from a TV show.
Each term listed is a portion of the entire phrase:
– Presto
– fortissimo
– octava
– sforzando
– trill on a note above the staff
– a5 or a” (the a note above the staff), and, as a hint, below it write p<f>p
– J. W. L. W. (proper name initials).
When you think you’ve solved this, send your answer to the Los Alamos Daily Post at bjgordon@ladailypost.com.
This is the kind of thing that comes Read More
Topper Parent Organization Presents Teacher Wish List
TPO News:
One of the ongoing activities of the Los Alamos High School Topper Parent Organization is to present a list of items needed by LAHS teachers to meet or enhance educational needs.
Parents, community groups and individuals are encouraged to donate. Based on available funds and priorities, the TPO may also acquire items for staff use.
By providing items on the LAHS Wish List, community members can help cover the gaps in supply funding, so teachers don’t have to purchase so many supplies themselves.
Drop off items at the LAHS front office with a note indicating which department and teacher Read More
Los Alamos Choral Society Begins Rehearsals for Winter Concert
LACS News:
The Los Alamos Choral Society is beginning rehearsals for its winter concert, which will be a collaboration with the Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra.
The concert will present W.A. Mozart’s “Requiem” and Morten Lauridsen’s “Lux Aeterna.”
Rehearsals are 7 p.m. Tuesday evenings at the United Church of Los Alamos. All interested singers are invited to participate.
The Choral Society is directed by Dr. Mary Badarak. Read More
Jonathan Dowell Shines at National Mountain Dulcimer Championship
Jonathan Dowell
Staff Report
Held annually each year on the third weekend in September, the Walnut Valley Festival is the home of the National Mountain Dulcimer Championship.
Jonathan Dowell of Los Alamos placed third in the contest. He received a 4FGCS Mountain dulcimer as his prize.
In addition to being an award winning mountain dulcimer player, Dowell is a physicist at Los Alamos National Laboratory. Read More
Good Clean Fun at Little Forest Fiesta Today!
Calvin Marksteiner bubbles it up while sister Gloria looks on. Party to Go will be at the Little Forest Fall Fiesta with their wildly popular bubble pit from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today at Little Forest Playschool, 3880 Villa St. in Los Alamos. The Fall Fiesta is an annual fundraiser for Little Forest Playschool. Little Forest thanks Zia Realty Group for sponsoring the bubble pit for this event. Photo by Mandy MarksteinerClark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview: Sep. 20
Sponsored by www.fyila.com
Friday, Sep. 20
Ross Szabo, author of Behind Happy Faces – Taking Charge of Your Life 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sep. 20 at Duane Smith Auditorium
As part of Suicide Awareness and Prevention Week at Los Alamos High School, Ross Szabo will speak at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 at Duane Smith Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
Los Alamos Little Theatre Presents Arsenic and Old Lace
7:30 p.m. Fridays Sep. 20, 27 and Saturdays Sep. 21, 28
2 p.m. Sunday, Sep. 22 (1670 Nectar)
Saturday, Sep. 21
Opera on the Rocks 5 p.m. Saturday, Sep. 21 at Bandelier Juniper Campground Read More
Father Gary Baldwin Delivers First Homily at TOTH
Father Gary Baldwin
TOTH News:
Be at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church this Sunday, Sept. 22, for our contemporary service called Generations, featuring Father Gary Baldwin and his very first homily with us.
But first enjoy a free dinner at 5:15 p.m. to nourish your body, then celebrate an upbeat and laid-back worship service with live music at 6:07 p.m. to nourish your heart and soul. Kids are welcome, and childcare is provided.
Father Gary will be preaching on “Building Up Our Heavenly IRA” – what heavenly treasure is and how we as followers of Christ build it up—taken from both a practical Read More
Letter to the Editor: For Those of You Angry (pro or con) at this Whole Sordid UNM-LA Affair
By BILL SELLERSThe origin of, and its guaranteed tax-seeking continuance, lays in the bad asset management policies of the Los Alamos County Council.
UNM-LA is one of many assets. Others are pure “rent-seeking”, i.e. the airport: $50-60 million in commercial value, held for less than 75 individuals & their airplanes; the golf course: $60-75 million acreage value + a new $6 million taxpayer-funded “restaurant-community center”, held for a rapidly diminished golfcourse user-census, when we badly need decent starter home sites for younger residents, etc., etc.
IMHO, Read More
NOAA/NWS Releases Daily Rainfall Spreadsheet
NOAA/NWS News:
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Association (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) have released a spreadsheet showing Sept. 10-18 rainfall data across the state: https:////www.srh.noaa.gov/media/abq/dss/2013.MONSOON.FLOODING.A13.pdf Read More
Give Muni Building Some Space Saturday
COUNTY News:
This Saturday the contractor for the Municipal Building project will be performing warranty work on the HVAC roof-top system.
Residents may see a large crane on-site hoisting some large pieces of equipment onto the roof.
Although the building is closed to the public Saturday, residents are asked to stay clear of the parking lot and use of Central Avenue entrance to access the US mail box located on the west side building if at all possible. Read More
The Canadian Brass Open Concert Association Season
The Canadian Brass. Courtesy photoLACA News:
The Los Alamos Concert Association kicks off its 2013-2014 season with a concert featuring The Canadian Brass.
“These are the men who put brass music on the map: with their unbeatable blend of virtuosity, spontaneity and humor, they brighten the rosters of concert halls, international festivals and orchestra series throughout the world. Their numerous recordings, frequent television appearances and tireless efforts in the realm of music education have resulted in vast new audiences for the art of the Canadian Brass,” a reviewer for the Washington Read More
Frijoles Canyon Re-Opens After Flooding
Bandelier staff clean up after the recent flood. Courtesy photoBandelier News:
Frijoles Canyon in Bandelier National Monument reopened to the public Thursday. Bandelier staff began cleanup over the weekend and continued early this week to clear debris off the Main Loop Trail and the visitor parking lot.
The public should expect a few changes in visitor services due to flooding:
- Bandelier National Monument is not charging entrance fees until further notice
- The public can only access Frijoles Canyon via a shuttle service provided by Atomic City Transit. Visitors can board the free shuttle