Los Alamos Legion Rider Ch. 19 Provides Honor Guard for Harold Opperman
Honor Guard escort on Diamond Drive Monday. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Rifle salute in honor of Harold Opperman. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.comStaff Report
Los Alamos native Harold Opperman, “Pastor Hal,” 68, passed away June 23, 2013.
A loving husband, father and grandfather of Las Vegas, Nev., Pastor Hal was born March 3, 1945, in Albuquerque, N.M.
He was preceded in death by his parents Norman and Opal Opperman. He is survived by his brothers, Paul Opperman of Albuquerque and Gayle Opperman of Henderson.
Pastor Hal married his high school sweetheart,
Democrats Clean Up N.M. 502
From left, Michael Redondo, Mike Wheeler, David Griggs, Karyl Ann Armbruster, Paul Frederickson and George Chandler were among the crew from the Democratic Party of Los Alamos who cleaned up N.M. 502 Saturday. Photo by John HofmannDPLA News:
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County cleaned up N.M. 502 from mile marker two to mile marker three near the Los Alamos Airport Saturday.
Thirteen volunteers picked up 15 bags of trash including:
- soda and beer cans,
- fast food containers and wrappers,
- part of a car bumper,
- a large plastic car part,
- heavy electrical electrical cable,
- broken pieces
Fifteen Plane Loads of Seeds Dropped on Burn Scar
The BAER team is dropping five types of grasses at specific burn scar locations. Courtesy photo
BAER News:
PECOS – Aerial rehabilitation operations continue over the Santa Fe National Forest as teams work to stabilize soils after the Tres Lagunas Fire.
The Tres Lagunas Post-Fire Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) Team and contractors report a successful weekend of rehabilitation and soil stabilization treatments over the burn scar within the Santa Fe National Forest.
To promote forest regrowth, the BAER team is dropping five types of grasses from an aircraft at specific burn scar locations Read More
Food on the Hill: Yeast Rolls
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
Ingredients:
- 1 pkg. dry yeast
- 1/4 cup lukewarm water(90-95 degrees)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup scalded milk (just until you see small bubbles on the edge of the pan)
- 1 egg, beaten
- About 4 cups of sifted flour
Directions:
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
Proof yeast: Mix yeast and warm water and 1/2 teaspoon of the sugar and set aside. Wait about 5 minutes to see small bubbles on top (then ready to use)
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
Valles Caldera Trust Seeks Public Input
VCT News:
JEMEZ SPRINGS─The Valles Caldera Trust is asking for public input as the staff continues its efforts to establish a comprehensive strategy for future public access on the Valles Caldera National Preserve.
The trust is preparing a Transportation Recreation and Suitability Study (TRSS) to develop the permanent transportation and recreation infrastructure beyond the future visitor center. A critical piece of that study is to acquire public feedback on several topics related to transportation, recreation and infrastructure development.
“Ever since we began the public access Read More
Scribble Works Reviews: ‘DESPICABLE ME 2’
Naftali Burakovsky, left, and Lorenzo Venneri
DESPICABLE ME 2: Funny, Stupid, and Quite Good
Despicable Me 2, directed by animation heavyweights Chris Renaud and Pierre Coffin, follows the story of the villain-turned-father Gru (Steve Carell.) Gru’s adventure to defeat a new supervillain and discover love along the way is both hilarious and enjoyable to watch.
Since this is an animated comedy, we can’t look at it as anything more. There is little to criticize, and although Despicable Me 2 is certainly not an excellent addition Read More
Third Splash n Dash Wednesday
TMC News:
The Triatomics’ Splash n Dash #3 will be this Wednesday night. Registration will open at 6:30 p.m. at the back of the Aquatic Center and the first swimmer pushes off at 7 p.m.
This is a free event sponsored by the Triatomics Multisports Club, LA County Parks and Rec, and Los Alamos National Bank.
There are three courses this year, a 400M swim and 5K run, a 200M swim and 3K run, and for athletes ages 6 to 12, a 100M swim and 1.3 mile run.
For more information on the Splash n Dash or the Triatomics, visit www.triatomics.org. Read More
This Week at Mesa Public Library
LIBRARY News:
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Adult Summer Reading Program: Read a book, rate a book, put your rating card in the jar at Mesa or White Rock Branch to win great prizes (or just put in your two cents!) The program ends at 6 p.m. Friday, July 26.
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Game Night: 5:30-8:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the Upstairs Rotunda join the staff for games; bring your own or play ours. Children are welcome but not required!
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Authors Speak: At 7 p.m. Thursday, July 25 in the Upstairs Rotunda, Stacia Lewandowski will talk about her book and present a slide show from Light, Landscape, and the Creative Quest: Early Artists of Santa Fe. How
Family Asks For Help Finding Lost Cat
Crisco the cat has been lost since July 8 in White Rock. Courtesy photo
Staff Report
Missing cat lost July 8 near 548 North Todd Loop in White Rock. The cat responds to “Crisco.”
He is a gray and white longhair with green eyes.
If found, please return him to his home at 548 North Todd Loop. The family loves and misses him very much.
There is a reward being offered for his return. Call (505) 514-3444 or (505) 410-6161.
Road Closures on 15th Starting Tuesday and Wednesday
Trenching for utility work continues on the north end of 15th Street; expect continued lane closures with flagging operations and detours as work progresses through side street intersections. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Oakwood Loop south at 15th will be closed Tuesday to allow for the installation of an electric and communications duct bank; motorists should use Oakwood north. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Sage Street north at 15th Street will be closed starting Wednesday for the installation of a valley gutter. Motorists should use Sage Street south. Read More
Cañada del Buey Trail Work Progresses in White Rock
Workers install a curb along the Cañada del Buey Multi-Use Trail near Bonnie View Drive this afternoon. The contractor is placing concrete along the entire pathway, including near the Bonnieview and Longview intersection and along the north side of Longview to Rover Boulevard. Expect intermittent single lane closures with flagging operations during the concrete placement as the work progresses up Longview. The County asks motorists to please stay off freshly placed concrete until the barriers are removed. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Paving Underway on Louise Street
Louise Street between Grand Canyon and Bryce in White Rock is being resurfaced today. Motorists are asked to take alternate routes while work is in process and to allow time for the asphalt to dry. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Britain’s Royal Baby is a Boy
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Courtesy/marieclaire.co.uk
Staff Report
The Duchess of Cambridge has given birth to a boy, according to a statement by Clarence House.
Prince William was present at the birth of the infant who weighed in at 8 pounds 6 ounces.
The newborn’s name has not been announced but his title will be Prince of Cambridge, according to reports. He is third in line to the throne. Read More
Nanotechnology and Algae Biofuels: Exhibits Open July 26 at Bradbury Science Museum
What if you could power your life using pond scum? Los Alamos researchers are working to make this a reality. Courtesy/LANL
Big possibilities with tiny science! Nanotechnology scientists at Los Alamos study how to design and create structures and materials from nanoparticles. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Bradbury Science Museum is opening two new exhibits Friday, July 26 as part of the Laboratory’s 70th Anniversary celebration.
One is a nanotechnology exhibit featuring the Laboratory’s Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) and the other Read More
Column: A Novel Economic Development Model
We’ve heard about economic development in Los Alamos many times and, in our opinion, the way it’s presently conceived and practiced, it’s simply counterproductive because it is not compatible with present reality or future predictions for our community, and we badly need another business development program, supported by the community.
The present economic reality for Los Alamos is:
- The population is continuously decreasing by >3 percent since 2000, and by 2020 the median age will be above 50, making
Deadline to Apply for Probate Judge 5 p.m., July 29
COUNTY News:
The deadline to apply for Probate Judge is 5 p.m., Monday, July 29.
Interested residents should submit a one or two-page letter of interest to the County Administrator, Suite 350, in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Park Dr.
The Los Alamos County Council will interview applicants and make a selection at its Aug. 13 Council meeting at 7 p.m., in Council Chambers.
For more information, visit www.losalamosnm.us. Read More
Utilities Board Approves Gas Rate Restructure
Robert Westervelt, Deputy Utility Manager – Finance & Administration
Staff Report:
A natural gas rate restructure proposal was approved Wednesday evening by the Board of Public Utilities.
The Los Alamos County Council must now approve the proposal and is scheduled to hear details about the restructure in August. The public will have an opportunity to weigh in on the proposal before the Council takes a vote.
Deputy Utility Manager Robert Westervelt presented the restructuring proposal to the Utilities Board Wednesday. It includes a “pass-through” rate component. This component
Smith’s Marketplace Groundbreaking 2 p.m. Tuesday … Community Invited!
Exterior elevation plan. Courtesy/Smiths
Interior fixture plan. Courtesy/Smiths
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to attend the official groundbreaking ceremony for Smith’s Marketplace at 2 p.m. Tuesday, on the Trinity Revitalization Site across the street from Mari Mac Plaza.
Members of the Los Alamos County Council may attend the event and a quorum may be present but no council action will be taken.
Links to Plans:
Los Alamos Police Blotter: July 11–July 16, 2013
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department.
Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.
July 10 at 8:18 a.m. / A 54-year-old Albuquerque man reported that he was the victim of traffic control interference on Canyon Road.
July 10 at 9:32 a.m. / A 29-year-old Los Alamos man reported that he was the victim of petty larceny on 45th Street. The estimated loss is $87.50.
July 10 at 9:18 p.m. / A 43-year-old Los Alamos man reported that he was the victim of false imprisonment on La Paloma Drive. Read More
NWS Program Offers Lightning Safety Information
NWS News:
Thunderstorms are a fact of life in New Mexico but the dangers of lightning have not received the recognition of the dangers of flooding associated with Monsoon Season.
Unfortunately, there have been at least two “close” calls related to lightning in Albuquerque and Santa Fe this month. Nationwide, there have been 11 lightning fatalities this year, including a 54-year-old male recently, who was walking near a reservoir in Navajo County in Arizona.
Two separate lightning strikes in Colorado July 18 caused serious injuries. In Fort Collins, Colo., nine Read More