May Snow Spotted Saturday In Los Alamos
May snow was spotted Saturday morning in Los Alamos. Photo by Lauren HughesFourth Annual Summit For Treatment Court Alumni May 4-6
NMSC News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Administrative Office of the Courts Therapeutic Justice Support Program is hosting the NM Alumni Summit at the Santa Ana Resort & Casino, May 4-6, 2026.
More than 265 people are expected to attend the summit, which will provide alumni, professionals, and families with professional development to enhance the support system for alumni and participants of treatment court programs in New Mexico.
“The Judiciary values the long-term successes of alumni,” said New Mexico Supreme Court Chief Justice Julie J. Vargas. “New Mexico is the leader in Treatment Court Read More
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Announces Winner Of 2026 Congressional Art Competition For New Mexico’s 2nd Dist.
The winning piece, ‘The Beauty of the Middle Place’ by Nicky Yuselew-King, a 10th-grade student at Zuni High School. Courtesy photo
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez announcing that Zuni High School 10th-grader Nicky Yuselew-King is the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for New Mexico’s Second Congressional District. Courtesy photo
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) announced the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for New Mexico’s Second Congressional District: Nicky Yuselew-King, a 10th-grade student at Zuni Read More
Obituary: Robert Carlson Jan. 13, 1940 – April 26, 2026
ROBERT LAWRENCE CARLSON Jan. 13, 1940 – April 26, 2026
Robert L. Carlson – a man talented and intelligent, with a sneaky wit and gentle humor (at times). He was married and divorced three times, but his long-time love was Fran Berting. They were together at least three decades. During that time, he designed, engineered, and worked on his “castle” on Los Pueblos Street. When asked when it would be finished, he always would say “December, but I won’t tell you the year”.
Bob was highly skilled at handcrafted furniture, jewelry, and gem-cutting. Past president of the Western Division of the American Read More
Daily Postcard: Snow Falls Across Truchas Peaks
Daily Postcard: Snow falls across Truchas Peaks viewed Saturday from Canyon Rim Trail. Photo by Ron Roybal Read More
Luján, Blackburn Bipartisan Bill To Crack Down On Carjacking Passes Senate Judiciary Committee
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statements after their Federal Carjacking Enforcement Act advanced out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
This legislation would make a long overdue fix to the federal carjacking statute, empowering prosecutors to hold more offenders accountable.
“The Albuquerque area continues to rank among the top cities for carjackings. This is unacceptable and puts people’s lives and livelihoods at risk,” Sen. Luján said. “It is a positive step that legislation to give prosecutors Read More
Trail Life & American Heritage Girls Troop NM-1412 Say Hi!
Trail Life and American Heritage Girls Troop NM-1412 are out greeting the comTrail Life and American Heritage Girls Troop NM-1412 are out greeting the community at Metzger’s today in White Rock and members will also be at Smith’s Marketplace and at Metzger’s in Los Alamos until 5 p.m. today. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Luján Secures Senate Passage Of Amendment To Strengthen Public Safety During Extreme Weather Events
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, secured the passage of an amendment to enhance public safety by protecting natural gas pipeline infrastructure from extreme weather events as part of the PIPELINE Safety Act of 2025, which was unanimously passed by the Senate.
“I am proud that my amendment to boost pipeline safety and protect Americans was passed unanimously in the Senate as part of the PIPELINE Safety Act,” Sen. Luján said. “My amendment will ensure that Read More
LAMC Hosts Kindergartners For 2026 Teddy Bear Clinic
Scene from the 2026 Teddy Bear Clinic held April 30 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
Scene from the 2026 Teddy Bear Clinic held April 30 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
LAMC News:
Continuing an annual community tradition, Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) welcomed more than 180 Los Alamos Public Schools kindergarteners to the hospital for its 2026 Teddy Bear Clinic on Thursday, April 30.
These young students left the experience with hospital familiarity, medical knowledge, lasting memories and an LAMC bag full of fun—including a miniature teddy bear and copy of The Read More
New Mexico Rep. Chávez And 113 Fellow State Lawmakers Oppose ‘Reckless Proposal’ From U.S. Department Of Labor
Rep. Eleanor Chávez of Albuquerque
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — This week, New Mexico State Rep. Eleanor Chávez (D-Albuquerque) led 113 fellow state legislators across 23 states in a joint letter opposing a U.S. Department of Labor proposal that threatens the benefits of American workers and solvency of state governments.
The Department’s proposal would revoke rules in the Fair Labor Standards Act for determining whether a worker is classified as an employee or an independent contractor. This change is expected to reclassify 250,000 American workers as independent contractors, putting Read More
PEEC To Present ‘Artemis And The Moon: Exploring NASA’s Return To Lunar Exploration’ May 8 At Nature Center
‘Artemis and the Moon’ presentation 7-8 p.m. May 8 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to a special planetarium program, “Artemis and the Moon”, 7-8 p.m., Friday, May 8, at the Los Alamos Nature Center.
This engaging presentation will explore NASA’s Artemis missions, which aim to return humans to the Moon more than 50 years after the Apollo era.
The program will highlight what has changed in lunar science and space exploration over the past five decades—from new technologies and spacecraft to Read More
County DPU Gas Customers Invited To Public Hearing May 6
COUNTY News:
Customers of the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU), particularly those with natural gas service at their homes, are encouraged to tune into or attend a public hearing for gas rate adjustments at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 6.
The hearing will be held during the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) work session in room 330 on the 3rd floor of the Los Alamos County Municipal Building at 1000 Central Avenue. The meeting will be held in a hybrid fashion so anyone wishing to join remotely may do so using the link https://ladpu.com/ratehearing.
The DPU is proposing changes Read More
State Launches Dashboard To Track Water Security Plan
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico launched a public dashboard on Tuesday that enables New Mexicans to track progress on a 50-year Water Action Plan aimed at preparing the state for a climate crisis expected to leave the state 25% drier within 50 years.
The 50-Year Water Action Plan Implementation Dashboard provides the public with a real-time window to monitor the state’s progress in addressing projected water shortages driven by drought and climate change. The plan is based on three pillars: conserving existing freshwater supplies, developing new water sources and protecting water quality. Read More
Candidate Sam Bregman Calls For Reform Of SB 72 To Restore Financial Dignity For New Mexico’s Public Retirees
Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman
From the Sam Bregman for Governor Campaign:
ALBUQUERQUE — Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman announced a comprehensive plan to restore compounding Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) for the state’s 35,000 public retirees. Bregman’s proposal addresses a growing financial crisis created by 2020’s Senate Bill 72, which has left thousands of former public employees struggling against record-breaking prices.
Since the passage of SB 72, the purchasing power of PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) retirees has plummeted. While the Read More
Los Alamos Historical Society To Offer Pieces Of Original Flooring From The Oppenheimer House On Bathtub Row
McQuiston: Advantage Of Local Agent Vs 1 800 Number
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
On the surface, insurance can feel like a simple transaction. Call a number, get a quote, move on.
But where people start to see the difference is not at the beginning. It is when something actually matters.
The Advantage of a Local Agent vs a 1 800 Number
- Someone Who Knows You vs Someone Who Knows a Script
- A 1-800 agent is trained to handle volume. They follow systems, prompts, and timelines.
- A local agent works differently. They recognize your name, your situation, and how your needs may have changed over time. That familiarity
Video: Council Chair On Newly Adopted FY2027 Budget
Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti discusses the budget hearings held April 27-28. To learn more about the newly adopted FY2027 budget, visit https://www.losalamosnm.gov/Home/Tabs/Whats-Happening/FY27-Proposed-Budget. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
New Mexico Governor’s 2026 Litter Prevention Campaign Marks Largest Organized Cleanup Effort In State History
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham at the Breaking Bad Habits cleanup event in Española with Luis, left, and Daniel, far right, Moncada, known as the Salamanca Cousins in the hit TV series, Breaking Bad. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
- More than 7,000 volunteers collected 60,046 pounds of litter held on April 17-18 just ahead of Earth Day during the largest organized cleanup effort in state history.
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico’s statewide litter prevention campaign, Breaking Bad Habits, mobilized more than 7,000 volunteers who collected 60,046 pounds of litter during the largest organized cleanup effort Read More
BPU To Hold Work & Closed Sessions May 6
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities(BPU) will hold a work session at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, in the 3rd Floor Conference Room #330 at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
Members of the public may attend in person and provide public comment or view proceedings online via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87563449773.
The complete agenda packet is available online at https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Watch BPU meetings at ladpu.com/BPULiveProceedings.
Following the work session, the BPU will hold Read More
Los Alamos Little Theatre Seeks Passionate, Dedicated Individuals To Apply To Serve On Board Of Directors
The Los Alamos Little Theatre’s Performing Arts Center at1670 Nectar St. Courtesy/LALT
LALT News:
It’s been a long year with the Performing Arts Center undergoing renovations, and the Los Alamos Little Theatre (LALT) is looking forward to a full and exciting season—and needs a full board of directors to make it happen.
“LALT is officially seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our board of directors,” LALT Board President Terry Turton said.
LALT is seeking community-minded businesspeople and theatergoers to help shape the future of theater in Los Alamos.
As a community-led Read More