IWF−New Mexico Welcomes New Member Helen Perraglio
Local members of International Women’s Forum−New Mexico (IWF–NM), gathered Oct. 10 at the Los Alamos Daily Post to welcome new member Helen Perraglio. From left, Perraglio, Los Alamos County Administrative Services Director; Liddie Martinez, Regional President of Enterprise Bank & Trust; Nancy Bartlit, Los Alamos Historian; Linda Deck, Artistic Director of Los Alamos Concert Association and recently retired Director of the Bradbury Science Museum, and not pictured Carol A. Clark, Owner/Publisher of the Post. Formed in 1989, IWF-NM provides opportunities for women leaders in Read More
Prostate Cancer Support Association Of New Mexico To Hold 13th Annual Statewide Conference Saturday Oct. 26
PCSANM News:
Saturday, Oct. 26, four medical professionals familiar with the ever-changing landscape of prostate cancer will speak at the 13th annual state conference of the Prostate Cancer Support Association of New Mexico (PCSANM).
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in the United States. It affects about one in eight Caucasian men in their lifetime and about one in seven African American men.
The free event, which requires no registration, will be held at Sandia Preparatory School, 532 Osuna Road NE, 87113. It will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 1 p.m. No advance Read More
2024 IPEC Local Food Business Seminar Oct. 23
All Shall Be Well: ‘Jesus Was Political. Jesus Was Not Partisan’
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, The Rev. Lynn Finnegan, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry and Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
“Jesus was political. Jesus was not partisan.” I so appreciate this understanding of who Jesus was the in world. How many of us function with the “rule” that you are not supposed to discuss politics, religion or sex in “polite” society?
Our faith community has been dealing with what is “polite” verses what is “civil” as we read and discus Read More
Leadership Los Alamos Participants Attend Environmental Session At Valles Caldera National Preserve
Scene from Leadership Los Alamos Environmental Session at Valles Caldera. Courtesy/LLA
Scene from Leadership Los Alamos Environmental Session at the Valles Caldera. Courtesy/LLA Cone Zone: Week Of Oct. 21, 2024
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “County Projects” link and select “Public Works” at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Update
TLC Plumbing & Utility works Read More
Video: Chamisa Elementary To Unveil Glow Tunnel Oct. 31
Chamisa Elementary School will unveil its Glow Tunnel 5-8 p.m. Oct. 31. Video by Diana Martinez Read More
New Mexico Activities Association Board Appoints Dusty Young Next Executive Director
Dusty Young
NMAA News:
The New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) Board of Directors voted on Thursday to name Dusty Young the next NMAA Executive Director.
He will fill the position left by Sally Marquez, who recently announced her retirement. Young will begin his position as NMAA Executive Director on Nov. 1. He has been in the role of NMAA Associate Director since 2012.
“I am humbled and honored to serve the member schools of our Association,” Young said. “I plan to continue the commitment of providing positive experiences in athletics and activities for the students of New Mexico.” Read More
County Wildlife Message: About Bull Elk Antlers
The life span of a bull elk averages 10 to 13 years in the wild. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
How old is that elk?
COUNTING POINTS
A bull elk is defined by the number of points it produces, called “tines”. An elk with a total of 12 antler points (6×6 or 6-point) is called a ‘“royal” bull; one with 14 points (7X7 or 7-point) is an “imperial”, and one with 16 points (8X8 or 8-point) is a “monarch”.
Most mature bull elk are 6x6s. An elk’s first antlers are usually spikes. In a good habitat, a bull may have a 5-point rack as a 2-1/2-year-old and then a small six-point rack as a 3-1/2-year-old. Its Read More
This Week In Sports: Oct. 22-26, 2024
This Week In Sports:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper sports games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team of John McHale and Nate Limback.
This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:
Oct. 22 Tuesday
- Volleyball vs Pojoaque Home – 6 p.m.
- Girls Soccer vs Taos Away – 4 p.m.
- Boys Soccer vs Taos Home – 6 p.m.
Oct. 24 Thursday
- Boys Soccer vs Pojoaque Home – 4 p.m.
- Girls Soccer vs Pojoaque Home – 6 p.m.
- Volleyball vs Espanola Home – 6 p.m.
Oct. 25 Friday
- Football vs Valley Home – 7 p.m.
- Boys/Girls Cross Country at Los Alamos Invite – 2 p.m.
Oct. 26 Saturday
- Girls Soccer vs Bosque Prep Away – 9 a.m.
Pets Of The Week: Meet Spooky And Blanco
Meet Spooky, a lovable long-haired 5-month-old buff colored kitten. This charming little guy arrived at the Española Humane shelter with three other cats, and it didn’t take long for him to stand out as the most social and outgoing of the bunch – not to mention handsome. Spooky is known for rubbing against the sides of his kennel and purring loudly, making sure everyone knows he’s ready for attention and affection. While he has always been an outdoor cat, Spooky has quickly shown that he’s ready to embrace the cozy comforts of indoor life. He clearly prefers lounging inside and being spoiled with Read More
Los Alamos Duplicate Bridge Club: Oct. 9 Game
Bridge News:Below is a very competitive hand that was played in our Oct. 9 game.
Before reviewing the bidding and play, try to visualize how the bidding might proceed, and then how the hand should be played.
South was the dealer; Both sides were vulnerable.
Opening lead: ♦ K
This was a very well executed auction that was realized at only one table at our Oct. 9 game. South opened 1♣ , and after West bid 1♦, North showed his/her 4+ card heart suit by bidding 1♥. After East’s pass, South shows a very strong hand by bidding 3♣. After North raised to 4♣, East made the very imaginative Read More
Final 2024 Durango Steam Train To Silverton Oct. 26
DURANGO News:
This month, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad wraps up its iconic Silverton Steam Train excursion, with less than two weeks left to experience fall aboard the historic train.
Recently praised by The New York Times as a top fall train trip, the last steam locomotive to Silverton will depart from Durango Saturday, Oct. 26.
The D&SNGRR, including the Train Museum in downtown Durango, will be closed Oct. 27 through Nov. 21 to prepare for winter. Winter excursions begin Friday, Nov. 22 with The Polar Express™ Train Ride and Cascade Canyon Winter Train.
The Polar Express™ Read More
Rotary Club Of Los Alamos To Visit Local Schools Oct. 25 To Raise Awareness And Funds For Polio Eradication Efforts
By Alison Pannell
Rotary Club of Los Alamos
Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, several members of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos will be visiting your child’s school next week to raise awareness and funds for polio eradication efforts. The club encourages students to bring $1 or more to contribute to this vital cause.
For every dollar donated, students can have their pinkie finger painted with Gentian Violet, a safe and widely used topical dye, as a symbol of one child immunized against polio. This initiative highlights that just $1 can help protect a child from this preventable disease. If students donate Read More
Daily Postcard: Rainbow Colors Sky Above Anderson Overlook Following Thursday’s Rain Storm
Daily Postcard: A rainbow decorates the sky Thursday viewed from Anderson Overlook. Photo by Pastor Nicolé Ferry
Another view of the rainbow viewed Thursday from Anderson Overlook. Photo by Pastor Nicolé Ferry
One more view of the rainbow spotted Thursday from Anderson Overlook. Photo by Pastor Nicolé Ferry Read More
New Mexico Supreme Court Rules On Evidence Required To Prove Child Neglect
NMSC News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court (NMSC) has issued an opinion clarifying the evidence necessary to prove child neglect under New Mexico law.
In a unanimous opinion, the justices reversed decisions of a Bernalillo County district court and the Court of Appeals that found a child to be neglected. The Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) had taken custody of the young boy.
“Absent clear and convincing evidence of a serious risk to Child, which is not present here, removal and foster care should not be CYFD’s first course of action and Child cannot be adjudicated neglected,” Read More
Santa Fe Symphony To Present Swan Lake 4 P.M. Sunday
Veterans & Military Families Caucus Endorses Neal-Clinton
Veterans and Military Families Caucus News:
The Veterans and Military Families Caucus has endorsed Beverly Neal-Clinton for the Los Alamos County Council. She is a USMC veteran, small business owner and entrepreneur who has served her community in Los Alamos as well as our nation through her military service.
Our caucus has high standards and only endorses candidates who share our values of service, professionalism, and commitment to community and our ethic of hard work. Beverly Neal-Clinton was a shoe in! Read More
Snow Falls Today On Pajarito Mountain Ski Area
Snow falls today over the Pajarito Ski Area. Photo by Cathy Hinojosa Read More
New Mexico Office Of The State Auditor Opens Applications For Small Local Public Body Assistance Program
From the Office Of the State Auditor:
The New Mexico Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has announced that applications are now open for the small Local Public Body (sLPB) Assistance Program. This initiative is designed to support small entities across the state in navigating financial regulations, ensuring transparency, and promoting fiscal responsibility.
The assistance program offers a variety of services, including financial auditing, technical assistance, and training on best practices for managing public funds. The OSA aims to help them overcome challenges such as limited Read More