President’s Inaugural Festivities Kick Off With National Day of Service
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama in the Blue Room. Courtesy/whitehouse.gov
WHITE HOUSE News:
Inaugural festivities for the President of the United States begin today, Jan 19 with a National Day of Service.
Americans from all across the country – including President Obama and his family – will join together to participate in service projects in their communities.
President Obama’s first term ends at noon Jan. 20, at which point, the President and Vice President will be sworn-in for a second term in a small ceremony at the White House.
It’s a longstanding Read More
Mail In Ballot Do’s and Don’ts…
COUNTY CLERK’s OFFICE News:
The Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office reports as of Friday, Jan. 18, that 4,000 ballots have been received for the Special School Bond Election.
On Jan. 8, the Clerk’s Office mailed out 13,826 ballots.
The Clerk’s Office would like to remind registrants of several do’s and don’ts:
- Do sign the outer envelope. If there is no signature on the outer envelope, the ballot cannot be counted.
- Don’t have someone sign your ballot on your behalf. If you cannot sign the outer envelope, an ‘X’ is acceptable as your signature. Although it is not required, someone may witness
Bartlett Shares Color and Design Secrets
‘The Three Amigos’ by Los Alamos Artist Melissa Bartlett. Photo by Mandy MarksteinerLos Alamos Eligible to Receive USDA Funds
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
Washington, D.C. – Los Alamos is among several counties in northern New Mexico eligible to receive funds after submitting their application to USDA.
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District Friday highlighted the more than $10.2 million that has been awarded to New Mexico counties to support local schools and roads as well as wildfire protection programs.
The funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture are part of $323 million for 41 states and Puerto Rico as a result of the one-year reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Read More
Luján Honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Courtesy/bio.org
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement Friday in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“On Monday, our nation will pause to reflect on the life and legacy of a remarkable man whose compassion and enduring pursuit of justice and equality impacted the lives of so many and whose message continue to resonate to this very day.
“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. preached of our responsibility to each other, that we are one nation, Read More
Letter to the Editor: Drop ‘Municipal’ … Consider ‘The County of Los Alamos Building’
By Linda Goforth As much as I like Jeanette Wallace, I think the new county government building should be named without mystery.
Perhaps leaving “municipal” out of it covers its true purpose, too. The County Government of Los Alamos, or perhaps The County of Los Alamos Building. I like the second of these.
Pet of the Week: Yoda the Cat
Yoda the cat. Courtesy/Shelter
SHELTER News:
Pet of the Week: Yoda – a handsome orange tabby sporting tufts on his ears, is a sensitive and affectionate 6-year-old neutered male.
Yoda can be possessive of his person and a bit persnickety – not wanting to share with cats, dogs or children – so he is recommended as a loving companion to an adult.
When you pet Yoda, you will enjoy the feel of a very sleek and solid cat.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, (505) 662-8179, has a great selection of on-site adoptable pets just waiting for adoption.
Others are currently off-campus in Read More
P&Z Meets 5:30 p.m. Wednesday
COUNTY News:
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23 in the Community Building Council Chambers, 475 20th St.
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
IV. PUBLIC HEARING
None
V. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION BUSINESS (discussion items)
A. Comprehensive Plan Maps, Gary Leikness
B. Commissioner Training, Katie Thwaits
C. FY14 Work Plan
VI. COMMISSION / DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS
A. Director’s Report
B. Chair’s Report
C. Committee Reports
D. Board of Adjustment Report
E. Report from Liaisons to Other Boards & Read More
Hilltopper Girls Beat Sandia 46-43
Kiana Zerr with shot for score. Photo by Alan Kirk
Erin Kirk with move to basket. Photo by Alan Kirk
Kiana Zerr posting in lane. Photo by Alan Kirk
McKenzie Logan with move to basket for score. Photo by Alan Kirk
Amber Logan open for shot. Photo by Alan Kirk
Alisonn Crane attempting to take charge. Photo by Alan Kirk
Swarming team defense Erin Kirk gets foul. Photo by Alan Kirk
Anna Scott hits game winning 3pt shot.Photo by Alan Kirk Read More
2013 FIRST Robotic Project Gets Underway
Steve Anton discusses the robotics project schedule in which the team must design, build, debug and learn to operate their robot by Feb. 19. Photo by TK Thompson/ladailypost.com
Heads start spinning with ideas as soon as the 2013 rules presentation ended at UNM-LA earlier this month. Photo by TK Thompson/ladailypost.comStaff Report
Students and mentors held a kickoff meeting of the 2013 FIRST Robotic Project in Los Alamos Jan. 5, where they learned the rules for the competition, which include 45 days to design, build, program, debug and learn to operate their robot.
Los Alamos Team
Cameras Sought for Local Photography Students
Light painting long exposure. Photo by Los Alamos High School student Erin Kober.
LAHS News:
The Los Alamos High School Photography Department still teaches the art of black and white photography and film and is in need of 35mm SLR film cameras.
These camera donations will help students learn about the art of photography and gain an appreciation for the process. The donations are tax deductable.
Contact Brittany Felton at b.felton@laschools.net to donate a camera for the students.
Back-lit trees. Photo by Los Alamos High School student Gabriel Montoya
Surrealism deer, created by combining Read More
Submit Beef Recipe for Chance to Win $25,000
NMBC News:
Cooks, start your ovens … the New Mexico Beef Council is calling for home cooks throughout New Mexico to submit their favorite recipes to the 2013 National Beef Cook-Off for a chance to win $25,000 and a trip to the Metropolitan Cooking & Entertaining Show in Washington, D.C. in November, 2013.
New Mexico home cooks can submit their best beef recipes through April 15, online at www.beefcookoff.org.
This is the 30th National Beef Cook-Off® competion and this year’s contest theme is “Making the Most of MyPlate,” which encourages delicious, healthy recipes
Grand Opening for New Business is Saturday
Staff Report
Gloria Smith Brehm has opened a new business in White Rock called The Perch Paperie.
She is hosting a Grand Opening of her arts and crafts supply store at 13 Sherwood Blvd., from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 .
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce will conduct a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m. and from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. there will be free face painting and balloon animals.
Throughout the day there also will be free food, make-n-takes, a bouncy house and lots of free raffle items.
The community is invited to participate in the festivities and show support for the town’s Read More
Survey Reveals Only One in 10 Drivers Keep Essential Emergency Supplies in Vehicle
STATE FARM News:
Bloomington, Ill., — Finding yourself stranded in your car due to treacherous conditions like snow, ice, poor visibility and slick roads only to discover you have junk in the trunk, rather than the necessary roadside emergency supplies, can place you and your family in jeopardy.
According to a new survey by State Farm® and KRC Research, more than 60 percent of drivers had some sort of “junk” (non-emergency supplies) in their trunk ranging from extra clothes and shoes to used food or drink containers.
While 99 percent of drivers had at least one emergency supply in their vehicle,
Panel Analyzes Reaction to Gov.’s State of State Address
Speaker of the House Ken Martinez
NM PBS News:
This week on NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS, the Line opinion panel will analyze reaction to Gov. Susana Martinez’s State of the State Address.
Then, the group digs into education proposals as it asks where lawmakers can get the most policy bang for their buck.
NMIF gauges the Democratic response to the governor’s agenda with two “IN FOCUS” segments. Newly elected Speaker of the House Ken Martinez sits down together with Senate Majority Floor Leader Michael Sanchez to talk about the upcoming session.
Rep. Martinez takes the post held by his father decades before Read More
Luján Brings $1 Million to Northern New Mexicans
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
SANTA FE – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District announced Thursday that he brought more than $1 million to Northern New Mexico during the last year as a result of his commitment to constituent services.
In total, Luján brought back just over $1,078,000 to New Mexicans through casework in 2012, assisting residents with Social Security benefits, veterans’ services, and other federal programs and helping thousands of constituents navigate the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Social Security Administration and other federal Read More
Tune Up Your Business in 2013
LACDC News:Former New Mexico State University Student Sentenced to Prison for Making False Bomb Threats
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE—Thursday morning, Jan. 17, a federal judge in Las Cruces, New Mexico sentenced Daud Anwar, 30, of Albuquerque to 24 months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, for his conviction for making false bomb threats.
Anwar’s sentence was announced by U.S. Attorney Kenneth J. Gonzales and Carol K.O. Lee, Special Agent in Charge of the Albuquerque Division of the FBI.
SAC Carol K.O. Lee
On March 21, 2012, Anwar was charged with using electronic communication devices on March 3, 2011, to falsely claim that buildings on the New Mexico State University (NMSU) Read More
Personnel Board Meets Noon Jan. 22
COUNTY News:
The Personnel Board is meeting at noon Tuesday, Jan. 22 in the Training Room at the Community Building.
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Approval of Minutes for Oct. 24, 2012
III. Approval of Minutes for Appeal Committee Oct. 26, 2012
IV. Public Comment – Limit of four (4) minutes per person on items not on the agenda
V. Chair’s Report
VI. Discussion and/or Possible Action Items
A. Continue to Review & Vote of Proposed Changes to the Personnel Rules 100-600 Series.
VII. Discussion Items for Future Personnel Board Agendas
A. Tentative Personnel Board Meeting Scheduled Tuesday Read More
OBITUARY: Selma Kron Nov. 11,1931-Jan. 13, 2013
SELMA KRON Nov. 11 1931-Jan. 13, 1931
Selma Kron, 81, passed away on Jan. 13, 2013 in the presence of her beloved family. Born Nov. 11, 1931 in Philadelphia to Rose and William Adelman, she graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and married the love of her life Norman Kron who preceded her in death in 1995.
Together they raised five children and built a successful skilled nursing facility, Ambler Rest Center. She was very proud of her contributions to the Jewish Federation of Philadelphia and Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America where they established the Norman