Los Alamos Police Investigate Death Of Local Juvenile
LAPD News:
On Oct. 9, at about 1:30 p.m., officers of the Los Alamos Police Department responded to a report of an unconscious 15-year-old juvenile in White Rock.
The first officer on scene performed CPR on the juvenile until the arrival of the LAFD. Tragically their efforts were not successful, and the juvenile passed away on scene.
LAPD initiated an unattended death investigation led by their Investigations Unit and will handle the investigation with the utmost care and diligence.
“We at the Los Alamos Police Department want to send our deepest condolences to the family and offer our services Read More
One Circle Village Of Motherhood Meets Wednesdays
National Museum Of Nuclear Science & History Honors STEM Contributions Of Native Americans
Astronaut Nicole Aunapa Mann
NMNSH News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History will debut a temporary exhibit beginning Nov. 1, 2024, in honor of Native American Heritage Month.
The exhibit explores and recognizes the contributions, scientific achievements, and impact of Native American scientists and engineers.
The poster exhibition in the Museum’s Periodic Hall showcases individuals like astronaut and Presidential Medal Recipient Jerry High Eagle Elliott and Dr. Susan Laflesche Picotte, the first Native American woman to earn a medical degree, Native Read More
Scenes From Memorial Service For Charlie McMillan
Family, friends and community gather this morning at Ashley Pond Park to celebrate the life of former Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Charlie McMillan, who died in a vehicle accident Sept. 6, 2024, on the Main Hill Road. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Janet McMillan welcomes those gathered to honor and celebrate the life of her late husband Charlie McMillan (Oct. 25, 1954–Sept. 6, 2024), this morning at Ashley Pond Park. A full obituary is available here. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene of family, friends and community gathered this morning at Ashley Pond Park to Read More
Sen. Heinrich, Colleagues Introduce Resolution To Designate Second Week Of October As National Wildlife Refuge Week
U.S. SENATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined his colleagues to introduce a resolution designating the week of Oct. 13-19, 2024, as National Wildlife Refuge Week.
“National Wildlife Week is an annual reminder of the important work to preserve the ecosystems that support and protect endangered species. I will continue fighting for policies that will conserve the full breadth of American wildlife, delivering on our moral responsibility to protect these wild places and species for future generations Read More
Community Celebrates Opening Of Los Alamos Reservoir
From left, Los Alamos County Council Chair Theresa Cull, Board of Public Utilities Chair Robert Gibson and Deputy Utility Manager for Gas, Water and Sewer Services Clay Moseley get ready to snip the ribbon and ceremoniously reopen the Los Alamos Reservoir Wednesday morning along with New Mexico Environment Department Watershed Protection Section Program Manager Kate Lacey Younge, Keystone Restoration Ecology President Steve Vrooman and Utility Manager Philo Shelton. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
A view of the newly reopened Los Alamos Reservoir Wednesday morning. Completing Read More
LANL Scientist Allison Aiken To Lead ARM Mobile Deployment And Atmospheric Research Campaign
Allison Aiken will lead DUSTIEAIM interdisciplinary team. Courtesy/LANL
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Allison Aiken, a staff scientist in the Earth and Environmental Sciences division at Los Alamos National Laboratory, is the lead of a new Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) user facility campaign called Desert-Urban SysTem IntegratEd AtmospherIc Monsoon, or DUSTIEAIM, in the Southwestern United States. This campaign will take place in Phoenix from April 2026 to September 2027, and will utilize an ARM mobile atmospheric Read More
Community Invited To Celebrate Phase 2 Grand Opening Of Los Alamos Co-Op Park Friday Oct. 18
Community volunteers and cooperative representatives work closely together, joining forces with generous donors, to develop and maintain the community space and event venue. From left, Denise Wymore, Matt Schmidt, Mandy See, Kevin Holsapple and Stephanie Zielaskowski meet at the Los Alamos Co-Op Park. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos Co-Op Park News:
Local cooperative organizations are excited to invite the community to the Phase 2 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the Los Alamos Co-Op Park, 3:30-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18.
Join us for an afternoon filled with music, games, food, swag, and a celebration Read More
Self Help Launches Los Alamos Mental Health Website Upgrade On World Mental Health Day
SELF HELP Inc. News:
Self Help, Inc. (Self Help) will launch the redesigned and enhanced Los Alamos Mental Health website Oct. 10, which is World Mental Health Day. The website was originally created by Self Help and the United Way of Northern New Mexico in 2016 to promote access to mental health resources for the Los Alamos community.
It continues to serve as a central hub for mental health information and provides a list of local therapists. Self Help collaborated with the Los Alamos County Social Services Department on this project as it aligns with the County’s Comprehensive Health Plan.
The Read More
County Council Candidates Participate In LWV Forum
From left, Los Alamos County Council incumbent candidate Denise Derkacs, Council candidate James Wernicke, League of Women Voters of Los Alamos Chair Felicia Orth, Council candidate Ryn Herrmann, Council Candidate Beverly Neal-Clinton and incumbent Council candidate David Reagor participate in Monday’s LWV forum. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The 2024 General Election day is just four weeks away and Los Alamos County Council candidates pitched why they believe they are the best selection on the ballot, during Read More
New Mexico Department Of Finance And Administration Files Response To Judicial Employee Leave Policy Lawsuit
DFA Secretary Wayne Propst
DFA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) filed a response to the Administrative Office of the Courts’ (AOC) lawsuit against the agency. DFA’s response aims to protect the Legislature’s exclusive power over the expenditure of public funds and the constitutional authority of checks and balances, while respectfully requesting a fair tribunal.
The lawsuit stems from DFA’s declining paid time off (PTO) payouts on the grounds that the policy violates legislative restrictions on the expenditure of public funds. The decision Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Nova And Griffin
Nova is a cosmic superstar ready to light up your life. This almost 2-year-old, 65 lbs shepherd/husky mix has eyes that sparkle like stardust, the curliest tail that is its own constellation, and a smile like the Milky Way stretching across the night sky – Nova is ready to orbit your world with boundless love and loyalty. Whether you’re chasing sunsets or lounging under the stars, Nova will be by your side, lighting the way. This galaxy girl is friendly, sweet, and good on leash, she also knows some basics, including ‘sit’ and ‘lie down’, and she even does well with other dogs. Nova likes to go Read More
NCRTD Holiday Closure, MyBlue Ridesharing Fare Change
NCRTD News:
Effective Oct. 15, 2024, the North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) will restore the $1 fare for MyBlue™ ridesharing trips in Española and Taos. The fare was temporarily waived in January of 2023 when the Blue Bus adjusted service levels due to a shortage of available bus operators and MyBlue™ served as an interim transit solution.
Trips booked for rides within the Pojoaque-Nambé zone will remain fare-free. All regular Blue Bus routes are free of charge across the service area.
For trips booked in the app for a ride occurring after Oct. 15 or later, customers will be requested Read More
SALA Reintroduces 3D Movies With Special Screening Of ‘The Wild Robot’ This Weekend
Courtesy/SALA
SALA News:
SALA has announced that 3D movie experiences are now available in the theater once again. As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing entertainment options for the Los Alamos community, SALA has invested in upgrading its facilities and has restored its 3D capabilities.
To celebrate this advancement, SALA is hosting special 3D screenings of the acclaimed film “The Wild Robot” this weekend. This captivating movie has delighted audiences of all ages, and experiencing it in 3D elevates the adventure to a whole new level. This new 3D capability brings enhanced entertainment Read More
Secret City Car Show Officials Present Donation To LA Cares
James Nelson, second from left, owner of White Rock Toys & Gaming and Jeff Harkins, third from left, car show event manager, both with the Secret City Car Show present a car show fundraising check to LA Cares representatives Wednesday at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
James Nelson, owner of White Rock Toys & Gaming and Jeff Harkins, car show event manager, both with the Secret City Car Show display the poster from their fundraising event held Aug. 31 at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com Read More
Skolnik: New Mexico’s Healthcare Workforce – Clever Ads Are Not Healthcare Policy
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
White Rock
In September 2023, the Albuquerque Journal published an article I wrote called Dear Red State Physicians, Please Move to New Mexico (link).
Thus, I was pleased to see the Governor launch in August 2024 an advertising campaign along the lines of my article.
My article was written in a somewhat humorous style, since I understand there are a number of critical policy constraints that discourage physicians from wanting to practice in New Mexico. Unhappiness over a physician’s ability to practice in Texas or elsewhere according to the standards of care of her field will Read More
Daily Postcard: Mountain Lion On Ledge At Valles Caldera
Daily Postcard: A mountain lion perches on a rocky ledge Wednesday at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy/NPS Read More
Los Alamos Police Hosts DEA Drug Take Back Day Oct. 26
LAPD News:
On Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will be conducting its biannual DEA Drug Take Back Day.
This event will begin at 10 a.m., run until 2 p.m. and be held in LAPD’s North parking lot (off Central Avenue).
Items not been accepted in the past include:
- Needles/sharps;
- Liquids or Creams; and
- Aerosol/Compressed Medications.
For this event, LAPD will have supplies available for people to be able to dispose of their liquids, creams and aerosols on site. LAPD will also have a sharps container available for anyone to drop off their injectable medications.
This Read More
Obituary: Eugene James Peterson Nov. 18, 1949 – Sept. 4, 2024
EUGENE JAMES PETERSON Nov. 18, 1949 – Sept. 4, 2024
Eugene James Peterson passed away peacefully Sept. 4, 2024, at the age of 74. Born Nov. 18, 1949, to Eugene D. and Marguerite A. Peterson in Evergreen Park, IL, Gene was the eldest of four children—Rick, Marybeth, and Don rounded out the Peterson family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Rick and his wife Gail McFarlane.
He is survived by his sister Marybeth Brugger, brother Don Peterson (Terri), daughter Larisa Gillis, and grandchildren Secilli Keeler and Alan Keeler, who brought him immense pride and joy.
Gene graduated with Read More
Tall Zombie Spotted Near Meadow Lane And N. Todd Loop
A tall zombie was spotted Saturday near Meadow Lane and N. Todd Loop in White Rock. The zombie is surrounded by several tiny creatures sitting on rocks. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More