LAHS Rotary To Host Silent Auction Saturday Night To Benefit ‘Vos Tambien Anti Human Trafficking Organization’
New Mexico Unemployment Rate: 4.3% In October 2024
NMDWS News:
New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.3 percent in October, up from 4.2 percent in September and up from 4.0 percent the previous year.
The national unemployment rate in October was 4.1 percent, unchanged from September and up from 3.8 percent in October 2023. Total nonagricultural payroll employment grew by 11,500 jobs, or 1.3 percent, between October 2023 and October 2024.
The majority of gains came from the private sector. The private sector was up 9,000 jobs, or 1.3 percent, while the public sector was up 2,500 jobs, or 1.3 percent. Within the private sector, Read More
UCLA: ‘Kiss The Ground’ Movie & Discussion Night Nov. 22
UCLA News:
“Kiss The Ground” movie and discussion night is 6-8:30 p.m., Nov. 22 at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos (UCLA), 1738 North Sage Loop St.
The community is invited to watch a movie which offers viable Solutions to the Climate Crisis. Watch activists, scientists, farmers and politicians turn to regenerative agriculture to save the planet’s topsoil and combat climate change.
Free admission and Free Organic Popcorn will be provided! Read More
Luján: USDA Programs To Strengthen Specialty Crop Sector
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announcement of new programs that will provide $2 billion to support U.S. specialty crop producers.
“Across New Mexico, specialty crop producers provide high-quality, nutritious produce to feed our nation and the world and support our trademark crops from pecans to chile. The Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops and Commodity Storage Assistance programs will Read More
Recap Of LAPS Nov. 12 School Board Meeting
From left, LAPS Superintendent Jennifer Guy, LAPS Liaison for Native American Students and Families Julie Dare and LAPS Native American Student Support Specialist Jovita Mowrer present a resolution in support of Native American Heritage Month, which the school board unanimously adopted at the Nov. 12 meeting. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board met Nov. 12 in the School Boardroom and on Zoom.
During the Superintendent’s Report, Superintendent Jennifer Guy updated the School Board on the construction timelines for the new Piñon and Chamisa elementary Read More
Celebrate Small Business Saturday With PEEC Nov. 30
PEEC News:
The community is invited to join the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 at Los Alamos Nature Center for Small Business Saturday!
This is a wonderful opportunity to support local businesses featured in the gift shop, find unique treasures for those nature-loving friends, and enjoy special discounts while celebrating everything the nature center has to offer.
PEEC is offering exclusive Small Business Saturday discounts. Members will receive 20% off all items, and non-members can enjoy a 10% discount off their purchases. From nature-inspired Read More
Daily Postcard: Moonrise Over Sangre De Cristo Mountains
Daily Postcard: Moonrise over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains viewed Thursday night from Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Jonathan Dowell / instagram.com/SnowyEgretPhotography
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Los Alamos School Board Selects 2024-25 Student Liaisons
Student liaisons Samuel Carmer and Annie White
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board recently appointed three new student liaisons for the 2024-2025 school year. Juniors Tevita Funaki, Wrenne Sapp and Zachary Sestric and Los Alamos Middle School eighth graders Jamie Coriz and Liliana Dodge joined seniors Samuel Carmer and Annie White to serve as liaisons.
This is the seventh year that there have been student liaisons and the third year for middle school student liaisons.
Student liaisons Tevita Funaki, Wrenne Sapp and Zachary Sestric
School board student liaisons serve Read More
The Family YMCA To Host Holiday Movie Night Dec. 13
The Family YMCA News:
The community is invited to The Family YMCA’s Holiday Movie Night at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 at SALA Event Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
This year’s movie options:
- Home Alone (1990) for families; and
- Die Hard (1988) for adults.
New this year The Family YMCA is offering LU-Interactive Video Wall.
Tickets are on sale now at: https://laymca.org/holiday-movie-night, $15/Adult, $10/Kid. Please consider being a sponsor at any of the YMCA’s donor sponsor levels.
The Family YMCA looks forward to seeing everyone for some fun and holiday cheer! Read More
Roundhouse Revenue Request: State Broadband Office Calls On Legislative Committee For $70 Million To Expand Satellite Service
OBAE News:
SANTA FE–This afternoon, the Acting Director of the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) went before the Legislative Finance Committee to request $70 million to increase satellite connections in the state.
Drew Lovelace testified before state lawmakers that these nonrecurring funds would go toward a proposed initiative called Accelerate Connect NM, which would subsidize the cost of connecting to satellite high-speed internet service for qualifying unserved or underserved households.
Lovelace explained to committee members that under Accelerate Connect Read More
Farolitos, Pueblo Music & Dance At Lights Of Gisewa
Jemez Historic Site News:
Celebrate New Mexico Traditions during Jemez Historic Site’s annual holiday event, Lights of Gisewa in Jemez Springs, 5-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14. The remains of Gisewa Pueblo and San José de los Jemez Mission will be decorated with hundreds of farolitos illuminating the site and creating a beautiful path for visitors to stroll along while also enjoying music and dance performances.
The evening’s program will include solo Native contemporary music by Adrian Wall from Jemez Pueblo, and Fred Vigil also from Jemez Pueblo. The Northern Southern Pueblo Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: Nov. 19, 2024
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
High elevation lakes will likely soon freeze over and be hard to access due to snow. Lakes that usually freeze over and offer ice fishing include Eagle Nest, Lake Maloya, Lake Alice, Fenton Lake and sometimes Heron Lake. This usually happens in December.
This time of year it’s always a good idea to call ahead to check on conditions.
Navajo Lake does not freeze over and remains open all winter. The San Juan River below Navajo Dam has excellent winter fishing and a little bit more elbow room during this time of year.
Streamflows remain higher Read More
Happenings At SALA Event Center: Nov. 20–26, 2024
SALA News:
SALA Event Center is gearing up for an action-packed week of entertainment and community engagement from Nov. 20–26, 2024. With a variety of events for all ages, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s happening:
Thursday, Nov. 21:
- Community Conversations – 5:30-7:30 p.m.
This special evening is dedicated to fostering connections and building a stronger community. Family-friendly activities will be available for kids, while adults can engage in meaningful discussions. Dinner will be provided for all attendees.
Register now at losalamosjjab.com/events
LAFC Girls Youth Soccer Teams Excel At Final Tournaments!
The Pre-Competitive LAFC Girls Soccer team finished the season strong at the Socctoberfest Tournament held over Halloween weekend in Farmington! The all-girls team consists of mostly 2nd and 3rd graders and plays in the Santa Fe pre-competitive soccer league against teams from Northern NM! They rocked minions uniforms for the Socctoberfest tourney, and not only were they stylish, they also played excellent team soccer. The pre-competitive tournament team includes, back row from left, Coach Matt, Olivia, Ellie, Elliott, Mathilda, Milania and Sarah. Front row from left, Aarya, LillieAnna, Read More
New Mexico Cultural Affairs Budget Expands Cultural Diversity And Preserves Heritage
NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), has proposed a $48.8 million General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2026, emphasizing its role as the nation’s largest and most diverse state cultural agency.
“This budget is a commitment to safeguarding New Mexico’s identity, supporting our creative economy, and providing world-class educational resources,” Cabinet Secretary Debra Garcia y Griego said. “By investing in our state’s cultural legacy, we invest in the people of New Mexico and ensure that our past informs a vibrant future.”
The request represents a 10% Read More
Reminder: LANL Experiments May Generate Loud Noise In Los Alamos And Surrounding Communities Through Nov. 21
LANL News:
As a reminder, beginning today, Nov. 19 through Thursday, Nov. 21, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) will conduct mission-critical experiments during the day that may result in loud noises being heard on and off Lab property.
Please be advised that these noises are expected and are not a threat to public safety. (Dates are subject to change; the public will be notified if that happens.)
The Laboratory conducts a wide range of dynamic experiments using high explosives, carrying out several hundred experiments annually. Some
Saenz: Fiber Optics And Transparency – A Need For Los Alamos (Part 2)
By ALLAN SAENZ
Owner
SALA Event Center and LANet
In Part 1 of my letter, I addressed the sudden proposal for the County to spend nearly $10 million on properties on Diamond Drive without adequate public input or transparency. Today, in Part 2, I focus on another significant item on the County Council’s agenda: the Community Broadband Project.
Unlike the unexpected property purchase, the Community Broadband Project has been in development for over 20 years, with substantial public support. As someone deeply invested in the future of connectivity in Los Alamos, I have actively supported Read More
Daily Postcard: Almost-Full Moon Rises Above Truchas Peaks
Daily Postcard: Geese are spotted heading south as the almost-full moon rises above the Truchas Peaks last Thursday as seen from the Red Dot Trailhead in Pajarito Acres. Photo by Marc BaileyObituary: Thomas P. McLaughlin May 10, 1943 – Nov. 13, 2024
THOMAS P. MCLAUGHLIN May 10, 1943 – Nov. 13, 2024
Thomas McLaughlin, 81, passed away peacefully in his home in the arms of his son, Patrick, on Wednesday November 13, 2024, after a battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).
We love and miss you Dad/Grandpa, you are forever in our hearts. “Grandpa was the best” said one grandchild and another added “He always supported us and was at every activity we had, even when he was very ill.” Tom was a devoted brother, father, grandfather, husband, and child of God. He is now reunited with his wife, Karen, in Jesus’s loving arms.
Tom was born on Nantucket Island, Read More
Santa Fe Pro Musica To Participate In New Mexico Museum Of Art Annual Holiday Open House And Organ Recital
On Saturday, Dec, 14, Santa Fe Pro Musica will present a free, half-hour organ recital featuring local keyboard extraordinaire David Solem. Courtesy/ASPM
Santa Fe Pro Musica News:
SANTA FE—On Saturday, Dec, 14, Santa Fe Pro Musica will present a free, half-hour organ recital featuring local keyboard extraordinaire David Solem.
This concert is part of the New Mexico Museum of Art’s Holiday Open House, a beloved Santa Fe tradition.
WHAT
- Holiday Open House—Organ Concert
WHEN
- Saturday, December 14 at Noon
WHERE
- St. Francis Auditorium in the New Mexico Museum of Art 107 West Palace Ave. Santa