Council Holding Closed / Regular Meetings Tuesday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the conference room of the Community Building at 20th Street and Central Avenue.
The Council will follow the closed session with a regular meeting at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers that is open to the media and public.
Also, pursuant to a request from Council, the previously scheduled Dec. 11 Council Work Session in White Rock has been changed to be a Regular Council Meeting in Council Chambers at the Community Building in Los Alamos. Council has requested that this meeting be televised. Read More
Register for YMCA’s Half Marathon & Festive 5K
YMCA News:
Registration is underway for The Family YMCA’s Half Marathon & Festive 5K set for 9 a.m., Dec. 8.
The event is a YMCA fundraiser in support of youth programs.
Registration can be done at the Y, online at https://www.laymca.org/onlinereg.shtml or at Active.com.
Registration cost for the Half Marathon: $60 in November, $70 in December, $20 Youth (16 and under)
Registration cost for the 5K: $30 in November, $40 in December, $10 Youth (16 and under)
The race starts and ends at The Family YMCA, 1450 Iris St. in Los Alamos: Click here to view a map of the route
Prizes will be Read More
Wrecked Paint Truck Removed From Mountain
Crews remove the wrecked paint truck, shown here Nov. 16 near West Jemez Road and N.M. 4, that went off the ‘second hair pin’ turn at mile marker 49 out of Los Alamos Sept. 18. Photo by Katherine Watson
The truck left the highway Sept. 18 and landed 200-300 yards down a steep rugged cliff into Bandelier National Monument property. The driver of the semi was able to escape the mangled wreck and crawl partially up the cliff, according to a witness at the scene. Los Alamos Fire Department rescue crews used ropes and a pulley to climb down the cliff and rescue the driver. A massive quantity of Read More
New Mexico Photographic Art Show Opens Dec. 1
PEEC’s Annual Fund Drive is Underway
PEEC News:
Activities at the Pajarito Environmental Education Center ( PEEC) greatly depend on the generosity of nature lovers.
Donations are currently being taken for PEEC’s 2012 Annual Drive, which will support its new initiatives and the future growth and sustainability of the educational organization.
To donate to PEEC:
…Online, visit https:////www.pajaritoeec.org/welcome/donate.php;
…Mail donation to P.O. Box 547, Los Alamos, NM 87544; or
…Drop by PEEC in person at 3540 Orange St.
Santa Fe Institute Elects New Chair
Michael Mauboussin, Chief Investment Strategist for Legg Mason Capital Management, has been elected chairman of the Santa Fe Institute’s Board of Trustees.
His three-year appointment began Nov. 4 and he replaces Jim Rutt, who served as chairman since 2009.
Mauboussin has been an active member of SFI’s Board since 2000 and of SFI’s Business Network since 1998.
He has contributed extensively to the Network’s activities as a speaker, panel member and co-organizer of Network Topical Meetings and Symposia.
His complex systems-inspired advice on market behavior and dynamics is frequently
‘Breaking Dawn-Part 2’ Offers Sweet Parting
Bella played by Kristen Stewart. Courtesy photo
Movie Review by Kirsten Laskey
It’s tough to say goodbye to a story that you love. But unlike Bella and Edward, the heroine and hero of the “Twilight” story, it was not love at first sight for me and the Twilight series.
Reading the synopsis of the first book, I thought “Twilight” was juvenile and silly. When my sister lent me her paperback copy of the first book, I grudgingly opened its cover.
Then I tore through the rest book, and then the next one, the one after that and the one after that.
It can’t stand up to the classics of literature but Twilight is such Read More
Pet of the Week: Shyloh the Mixed Breed
Shyloh. Courtesy/FOS
FOS News:
Pet of the Week: Shyloh is having a hard time understanding why he’s still at the shelter.
This mixed breed is pretty much the perfect dog … confident, affectionate, friendly, housebroken and he enjoys the company of children and other dogs.
Stop by and take Shyloh over to the dog park after which you probably won’t be able to resist taking him home.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter at 226 East Road, (505) 662-8179, has a great selection of on-site adoptable pets and others off-campus in foster homes.
Visit the Friends of the Shelter website www.lafos.org Read More
Today is Small Business Saturday … Shop Los Alamos Stores!
CHAMBER News:
Support local businesses and at the same time help contribute to neighbors in need.
Today, Nov. 24 is Small Business Saturday and the community is urged to shop local.
A portion of sales at participating Los Alamos businesses will go to the United Way Community Action Fund to help those in need.
Participating businesses:
- CB FOX @ 1735 Central Ave.;
- Don Taylor’s Photography @ 999 Central Ave., Suite 100;
- Fuller Lodge Art Center @ 2132 Central Ave.;
- Homerun Pizza @ 1627 Central Ave.;
- Khalsa Acupuncture @ 919 Central Ave.;
- LA Tan and More @ 975 Central Ave.;
- Metzger’s Do It Best @ 1607 Central
Self-taught African Teen Wows MIT
Kelvin Doe. Courtesy/www.adamcohn.com
NIST News:
Kelvin Doe, 15, is an engineering whiz living in Sierra Leone who scours trash bins for spare parts, which he uses to build batteries, generators and transmitters.
Completely self-taught, Doe has created his own radio station where he broadcasts news and plays music under the moniker, DJ Focus.
Doe became the youngest person in history to be invited to the “Visiting Practitioner’s Program” at MIT.
https://twitter.com/usnistgov/statuses/272068305299333120 Read More
Unique Holiday Shopping Available Now at Fuller Lodge Art Center’s Affordable Arts Sale
By Kirsten Laskey
It is not the usual scene at the Fuller Lodge Art Center. When walking into the space, there is no definite show being displayed in the gallery.
What visitors are greeted with is the Affordable Arts Sale, a treat that only comes once a year.
The space has been cleared and filled with every type of art available. There isn’t a corner or niche in the place that isn’t displaying a piece of jewelry, a painted pottery bowl, a watercolor painting or other pieces of art.
“Everything from lamps to wall art,” Marketing Director Nancy Coombs said.
It is not just art being celebrated but the holiday Read More
Young Girl Remains Hospitalized Following Wednesday’s Crash
Staff Report
The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office reports that the 13-year-old girl injured in Wednesday’s head-on collision near the White Rock “Y” on N.M. 4 remains hospitalized in Albuquerque.
The two-car accident sent both drivers to the hospital and left a 14-year-old Los Alamos boy dead.
An online report by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office reports that the boy, who has not been named, was pronounced dead at about 5:20 p.m. Wednesday at the scene.
Dennis Bernal, 43, of Santa Fe was driving northbound on N.M. 4 near the “Y” when he lost control of his Toyota Read More
Community Members Gather for Thanksgiving Meal
Lots of diners attend the Community Thanksgiving Meal served Thursday at the American Legion 1325 Trinity Dr. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Volunteers Colin McCoy, Ellie Hurst and James Johnson mug for the camera. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Dist. 43 Representative-elect Stephanie G. Richards and daughter Nica Vasquez help serve Thanksgiving meals to community members Thursday. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Thanksgiving meal table decorations were created by Robyn Petersen. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com Read More
Thanksgiving Day Sunset
A view of the sunset appearing Thanksgiving Day shot from behind the Elk’s Lodge on Trinity Drive. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com Read More
Call for Nature Center Ideas
PEEC News:
Idea Factory: Contribute your ideas about the unique qualities of the Pajarito Plateau!
When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov 29 or 1 p.m. Monday, Dec 3
What should a nature center in Los Alamos say? Join us as we figure out the key messages … the stories you’ve encountered … about the Pajarito Plateau.
Your ideas will help us create a plan to strengthen people’s connection with the natural world around us.
Please come help us build an interpretive plan. You provide the ideas, we provide yummy snacks. There will be LOTS OF FOOD at the Thursday evening meeting.
Please Read More
What Lawmakers Face When They Convene at Roundhouse in January
New Mexico House Chambers. Photo by Jim Wayne
New Mexico PBS’ Public Affairs Series “NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS” airs at 7 p.m. today, Nov. 23 on Ch. 5.1 – There is no Sunday repeat this week.
Topics:
- An In-Depth Look At What Lawmakers Face When They Convene At The Roundhouse In January – Plus, Gov. Susana Martinez’s Election Year Political Strategy & What It Means For The Next Legislative Session
- As New Mexico’s Centennial Year Winds Down, David Holtby, Author of “THE 47th STAR,” Talks About Stories & Characters Behind New Mexico’s Struggles For Statehood
- The Film Based on
Thanksgiving at Plymouth
Happy Thanksgiving from the Los Alamos Daily Post News Team!
HISTORY.COM
In September 1620, a small ship called the Mayflower left Plymouth, England, carrying 102 passengers—an assortment of religious separatists seeking a new home where they could freely practice their faith and other individuals lured by the promise of prosperity and land ownership in the New World.
After a treacherous and uncomfortable crossing that lasted 66 days, they dropped anchor near the tip of Cape Cod, far north of their intended destination at the mouth of the Hudson River.
One month later, the Mayflower crossed Read More
LANL Employees Make Gifts of Time, Talent and Money
A student receives a new pair of shoes from the generosity of Los Alamos National Laboratory employees through the LANL Laces Program. Courtesy/LANL
Staff Report
Throughout the year, the generous efforts of Los Alamos National Laboratory management and employees helps to enhance the lives of others through the sharing of their time, talent and money.
Each Thanksgiving season, LANL hosts “Take a Turkey to Work Day.” Last year, employees donated more than 400 frozen turkeys and helped fill holiday meal food baskets for 852 Northern New Mexico families.
LANL’s manager, Read More
What Killed Off The Massive Woolly Mammoth & Reshaped The Earth?
Woolly Mammoth. Courtesy/wikipedia.com
PBS News:
CONNECT: Inspired thinking, provocative questions … each month New Mexico PBS connects audiences to great ideas in science, medicine, arts, and history.
• What Killed Off The Massive Woolly Mammoth & Reshaped The Earth?
• What Are The Basic Forces That Have Shaped Our Universe?
• How Are New Molecules Discovered?
CONNECT airs at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29 on New Mexico PBS Ch. 5.1, and is hosted by Augusta Meyers.• What Are The Basic Forces That Have Shaped Our Universe Since The Beginning Of Time?
“One of the things my group is interested Read More
OBITUARY: June Henry Loar Oct. 2, 1926–Nov. 20, 2012
June Henry Loar, 86, of Amarillo, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012. Interment will be in Oklahoma at the family plot. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.
June was born Oct. 2, 1926, in Scotland, Arkansas to Philip and Molly Henry. She was a member of the Coulter Road Baptist Church and loved her Sunday school class.
She taught Sunday school at Frink Baptist Church in McAlester, Oklahoma and at the United Methodist Church in Anthony, New Mexico.
She volunteered for many activities. She taught in the school systems in Anthony, Tularosa and Los Alamos, Read More