Miracle Kitten Survives Sub-freezing Temperatures
Milly survived sub-freezing temperatures. Courtesy/FOSOn a recent cold Sunday afternoon with temperatures sliding to sub-freezing for the night, a small kitten was found at the Los Alamos land fill.
The good Samaritans brought the nearly dead kitten to the police department. Friends of the Shelter volunteers were contacted, and the kitten was transported to the Emergency Clinic in Santa Fe.
Diann Mills drove and Mary Timmers held the nearly frozen kitten next to her body trying to keep it warm. Upon arrival at the clinic, the vets Read More
Bradbury Director, LAPS Superintendent to Speak at Kiwanis
KIWANIS News:
Kiwanis meets each Tuesday, noon-1 p.m., at the Masonic Temple on Sage Street, near the intersection of 15th Street and Canyon Road.
Speakers and topics are occasionally subject to change because of illness, conflicts, or weather.
Programs
Nov. 27: Committee Meetings.
Dec. 4: Linda Deck, director of the Bradbury Science Museum, will speak on the current displays at the museum.
Dec. 11: Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Gene Schmidt will speak on the upcoming LAPS mail-in bond election, scheduled in January.
Dec. 18: Committee Meetings.
Dec. 25: Christmas Day! There Read More
LASO’s Kevin Smith Gets New Assignment
KEVIN SMITH
Washington, D.C. – The Office of Environmental Management (EM) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) today jointly announced two key personnel changes that will bring significant leadership and project management experience to both organizations.
Scott Samuelson, Manager of the Office of River Protection (ORP), will be leaving EM in January to return to NNSA, where he previously worked from the date it was formed in 2000. With Samuelson’s departure, Kevin Smith, Manager of NNSA’s Los Alamos Site Office (LASO), will become the ORP Manager.
“Scott and Kevin Read More
Generosity at Speakeasy Soiree Benefits United Way
The Los Alamos National Bank sponsored fundraiser for United Way of Northern New Mexico filled the Dixie Girl Restaurant Friday night. From left, Cathe McClard, Vice President of Human Resources at Los Alamos National Bank, LANB Senior Vice President/auctioneer Jill Cook and LANB Administrative Officer Danette Clark keep the excitement flowing during the live auction portion of Friday’s Speakeasy Soiree fundraiser, in which 100 percent of the proceeds will go to United Way of Northern New Mexico. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Adding 1920’s flair to the glitz and Read More
Pinon Elementary Students Exceed Hurricane Sandy Fundraising Goal
Pinon Elementary School students presented a check for $2301.14, which more than doubled the $1,000 goal they originally set to aid Hurricane Sandy victims, to New Mexico Red Cross CEO Rahim Balsara at the school Monday. Pinon Elementary Principal Jill Gonzales poses with Rahim and students including Hailey Norman, Jonathan Kieltyka, Maya Cannon, Katurah Sherrill, Rachel Norman, Kenneth Inbody, Brooklyn Belyeu and Kaya Blue. Courtesy photo Read More
Los Alamos Research and Leadership Prizes Awarded
- Garzon, Batista and Beyerlein noted for exemplary research
Commendations for exemplary scientific research and leadership have been bestowed upon three Los Alamos National Laboratory researchers, Fernando Garzon, Cristian Batista and Irene Beyerlein, by the Laboratory Fellows organization.
Leadership Prize – Fernando Garzon
Over the course of a 20-year career at LANL, Fernando Garzon’s efforts in the development of electrochemical sensors have become recognized world-wide, and have received sustained support through a multi-million dollar program from DOE’s Energy Efficiency Read More
Los Alamos County Eco Station Closed
COUNTY News:
The Eco Station, also known as the County landfill, will be closed Thursday, Nov. 22 and Friday, Nov. 23 in observance of Thanksgiving.
The Overlook Convenience Center located in White Rock also will be closed. Read More
Artists Join Karen Wray for Ribbon Cutting
Owner Karen Wray is joined by several artists Friday evening as she cuts the ribbon on her new location for Karen Wray Fine Art, 1475 Central Ave., Suite 125. From left, metal sculptor Richard Swenson, David Horpedahl, Wray, watercolor artist Secundino Sandoval, watercolor artist Ruth Tatter, metal sculptor David A. Trujillo and oil painting artist Sheridan Brown. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Julie Collins and David Trujillo. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Community members filled Karen Wray Fine Art Gallery for its grand opening celebration Friday evening. Photo Read More
Food on the Hill: Pumpkin Mousse in a Chocolate Cup
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com- 1 Container of melting candy chocolate (I got mine from Hobby Lobby)
- Paper muffin cups
- 1 brush to paint chocolate
- 1 (15oz) pumpkin
- 1 pkg. (6oz) instant vanilla pudding
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cups cool whip
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
Melt chocolate according to directions. “Paint” a layer of chocolate on the inside of the paper cup. I used a little fancier cups, but plain ones work just as well.
Los Alamos Geological Society to Feature Kirt Kempter
Geologist Kirt Kempter
LAGS News:
The next meeting of the Los Alamos Geological Society will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20 at the Christian Church, 92 East Road, Los Alamos.
The featured speaker is Kirt Kempter, a field geologist, photographer and teacher based in Santa Fe.
A Fulbright Fellow, Kempter has led many geologic expeditions to Bryce, Zion and Grand Canyon National Parks, and has published numerous maps and articles on the geology of the American Southwest.
He received his Ph.D. in geology from the University of Texas.
Upcoming…
The Society is hosting the Earth Read More
North Pole Workshop/Luminaria Walk Dec. 9 at Stables
Illustration
COUNTY News:
North Pole Workshop & Luminaria Walk – Start an annual holiday tradition at the North Mesa stables.
Join the Los Alamos County Recreation Division, members of the Posse Lodge, Pony Club, and Stable Owners Association as they create a fun holiday event for all ages 5-7 p.m., Dec. 9, for the North Pole Workshop & Luminaria Walk.
The event includes professional digital photographs with Santa and his elves, warm drinks, light refreshments and a holiday craft.
Dress warmly, wear your walking shoes and enjoy the North Pole Workshop & Luminaria Walk. Read More
Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service Earns National Recognition
Executive Director Sarah Rochester
LAVNS News:
Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service (LAVNS) has been named to HomeCare Elite™ as one of the top Home Care Agencies in the nation for 2012.
The HomeCare Elite™ is an annual compilation of the most successful home care providers in the United States.
This award is based on Quality of Care, Quality Improvement, (comparison with previous year), Patient Experience, Implementation of Process Measures and Financial Performance. Read More
Ulrich and Lockhart Top Atomic Tumblers’ All-around Scorers at Los Alamos Invitational
Charlotte Ulrich Scores a 9.05 on beam. Courtesy photo
Elizabeth Lockhart earns silver on floor. Courtesy photo
ATOMIC TUMBLERS News:
Charlotte Ulrich and Liz Lockhart were the top all-around scorers for the Atomic Tumbler’s at the Los Alamos Invitational on Nov. 3.
Ulrich, with a 35.55 in the all-around, and Lockhart with a 35.45, were among 137 gymnasts from seven teams that participated in the meet.
Thirty Atomic Tumblers’ competed; 14, including Ulrich and Lockhart, in the Jr. Olympic Program, 14 in the Xcel Program, and two competed in both.
The Xcel program is an alternative to the rigorous Read More
New Age Movement Focus of Nov. 28 Talk
LACA News:
The Los Alamos Community of Atheists will host a discussion from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, in meeting room 1 of Mesa Public Library.
This month’s discussion will focus on the New Age movement and its role in society. All are welcome.
For more information, email losalamoscommunityofatheists@gmail.com. Read More
Los Alamos Honors Laboratory Fellows
- Engineering, physics and computer science leaders announced
Three distinguished members of the Los Alamos National Laboratory scientific staff are being honored with appointment as Laboratory Fellows for 2012.
The committee ranked a collection of nominations on the basis of:
- Sustained, high-level achievements in programs of importance to the Laboratory;
- A fundamental or important discovery that has led to widespread use;
- Having become a recognized authority in the field, including outside recognition and an outstanding record of publications.
The new Los Alamos Fellows are Charles Read More
Comments Sought on STIP
NMDOT News:
The public is invited to comment on the New Mexico Department of Transportation’s sixth amendment to the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP.)
The program will serve as a four-year plan for the state’s federal aid highway program.
The NMDOT has posted the 2012-2015 STIP amendment on the Internet asking for public comment until Dec. 19. Final Public comment will be held at the NMDOT General Office in Santa Fe 1-4 p.m., Dec. 19.
The STIP contains proposed road and bridge projects and is required under the federal legislation. Projects on the list are on federal Read More
New Companies Get Boost from Los Alamos National Security
- Venture Acceleration Fund awards help region’s businesses grow
Two local biotech start ups, a water and power company and a hardware inventor are the latest recipients of $165,000 in Venture Acceleration Fund (VAF) awards from Los Alamos National Security, LLC.
Mustomo, Inc., IX Power, Synfolia, and Tape-Ease will receive funding to take their products and services to the next development level.
Three of the four companies are commercializing technology and intellectual property developed by New Mexico’s national laboratories and educational institutions.
“Although the program Read More
Los Alamos Opera Guild Hosts Holiday Event
LAOG News:
Los Alamos Opera Guild will hold its membership meeting and holiday party at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2 at the White Rock home of Roland and Anna Caspersen.
The party theme is holiday traditions and cultural heritage and perspective members are encouraged to attend.
Guild members are asked to share something of their tradition or heritage at the meeting through traditional food, drink, dress or memento.
Guild President Stephanie Sydoriak has written a book about her family’s Ukrainian roots and immigration to the United States.
Performers for the Dec. 2 meeting include baritone Read More
P&Z Approves Hospice Site Plan with Conditions
Planning and Zoning Commissioners in Council Chambers Wednesday, Nov. 14 from left, Vice Chair Anne Nobile, Chair Fred Roach, Commissioner Avivah Smith-Nelson, Commissioner Pete Sheehey and Commissioner Cathy Mockler. Commissioners Ralph Phelps, Deborah Gill and David Sherrill were absent. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Planning and Zoning Commissioners on Nov. 14 considered a request for approval of an amendment to a site plan for the Los Alamos Visiting Nurses (LAVNS) Hospice Campus Site Plan to be located at 2202 Canyon Dr.
Architect Doug Cook representing Read More
Library Catalog Offline Nov. 27 for Software Upgrade
LIBRARY News:
The Los Alamos County Library System online catalog will be unavailable to patrons 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 27.
Though patrons may not notice a big difference, the planned upgrade to the integrated library system software will increase efficiency for librarians’ behind-the-scenes tasks.
While the system is unavailable patrons will not be able to use any online services: they will not be able to search for books, make requests, check their account, or use the downloadable e books and audio books services.
However, patrons are still encouraged to visit either library to browse Read More