Registration Open For 2nd Annual Northern New Mexico Fair And Rodeo Royal Court
COUNTY News:
A week remains for ladies and gentlemen from all over Northern New Mexico, ages 6 and up, to register for the 2nd Annual Northern New Mexico Fair and Rodeo Court Competition at Los Alamos County.
This competition is a revamped program of the Los Alamos County Queens Court Competition, that will allow for a larger age bracket for participation, categories for males of all ages, and the removal of Los Alamos County resident requirement to compete. Categories are the following: Category Grade Level Jr. Sweetheart (Ages 6-9) Grades 1st-3rd Sweetheart (Ages 10-13) Grades 3rd-8th Princess Read More
Luján, Wyden, Morrelle Introduce Fair Repair Act
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
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- Legislation would eliminate corporate monopolies that cost consumers billions of dollars per year by finally giving small businesses and everyday Americans the right to repair their own products like cell phones, computers and more
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Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and U.S. Rep. Joe Morelle (D-N.Y.) introduced the Fair Repair Act, legislation to guarantee consumers and small businesses a right to repair their own products by requiring manufacturers to make diagnostic repair information, parts, Read More
Daily Postcard: Moon Sets Over Jemez Mountains
Daily Postcard: Good morning from Velarde. Even the birds paused for a moment to watch the moon set over the Jemez Mountains. There’s something about that long-dead elm tree down the road that draws them to its barren branches. Maybe the view is clearer without leaves. Photo by Johnnie Martininez Read More
LAPS School Board Taps Ryan Adams To Fill Vacancy
Staff Report
The Los Alamos Public Schools Board voted unanimously this evening to appoint Ryan Adams to fill a vacancy in District 2 created when Antonio Jaurigue resigned a few weeks ago.
Adams is employed at Los Alamos National Laboratory as a Financial Compliance Specialist. He has children attending elementary, middle and high school.
“I have four sons in the district, and am heavily vested in its continued success,” Adams stated in his letter of interest.
He also noted his extensive background and experience in accounting, auditing and compliance, and offered his expertise to benefit Read More
Pinon Park Pool Opens This Weekend In White Rock … Hopes To Increase Annual Memberships
Pinon Park Pool Board President Neil Stoddard thanks the volunteer Board of Directors, Pool Manager and staff for their service as the Pinon Park Pool prepares to open this weekend. The program hopes to increase the sale of annual memberships to keep the pool as a community resource. They welcome newcomers to the community to come meet new friends. Courtesy photo
Scene at Pinon Park Pool. Courtesy photo
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Sunday, may have both kids and adults singing portions of the1963 Andy Williams song, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Why you might ask? Well, it is also the hap-happiest Read More
Piñon Splash Pad Opening Delayed
Piñon Splash Pad opeing delayed due to emergency call box not operating. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Parks Division regrets to inform the public that the opening of the highly anticipated Piñon Splash Pad, initially scheduled for May 24, has been delayed.
This decision comes after discovering the facility’s emergency call box is not operating, a safety feature mandated by the state of New Mexico.
Despite initial announcements last week that the Splash Pad would open in time for the Memorial Day weekend, the Parks Division discovered that the emergency call box had been Read More
Segment Of Canyon To Close May 24 Through June 3
Map of work zone. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
To ensure the safety of the traveling public and to facilitate the construction of a retaining wall for the Urban Trail Phase II, Los Alamos County Public Works Department announced that a segment of Canyon Road will be closed to through vehicular traffic between the Jewish Center and 300 feet west of 15th Street (see above map).
Work will start at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 24 and continue through Monday, June 3.
The Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC), Canyoncito Montessori School, The United Church, and the Jewish Center will remain accessible from Central Read More
McQuiston: Safety Tips For Riding On Two Wheels
By ANDREW MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Motorcycles are a big part of summer driving. Many people prefer the freedom of two wheels on the open road during the summer months. Whether it be discovering scenic back roads on a cruiser or burning up the highway on a sports bike, the fact is there is nothing quite like the feeling of open air and warm sunshine on your face as you ride. While this can be a freeing experience, it is not without its own set of dangers.
Motorists should be conscious of motorcycles while sharing the road with our two-wheeled friends. Motorcycles Read More
Two Topper Golfers Compete At State Championships
Michael Velasquez-Saiz on final putt of the tournament for par. Photo by Erica Ainsworth
Ella Trujillo teeing off on the first hole of the 4A Girls State Golf Tournament. Photo by Robert Trujillo
SPORTS News:
Eighth grader Ella Trujillo and Freshman Michael Valasquez-Saiz represented the Toppers at the 2024 NMAA 4A Championship May 13-14 at the Santa Ana Golf Club.
After powering through 13 hours of hot sun and a rainy end to the day, both players finished 30th out of 48.
“Great job to both Ella and Michael. They kept their spirits up the entire two days, always smiling and staying focused. Can’t Read More
Topper Boys & Girls Golf Earn 2nd Place At District Tourney
Topper Girls and Boys Golf Teams won second place during the 2024 District 2 4A tournament at Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course in Albuquerque. From left, Madelyn Sutton, Layla Warner, Ella Trujillo, Jacque Nguyen hold up their trophy. The boys team are not pictured. Photo by Robert Trujillo Read More
Toppers Girls Golf Earn 2nd Place At Seery Invitational
Topper Girls Golf Team won second place in the Seery Invitational at the New Mexico Invitational April 2. From left, Madelyn Sutton, Ella Trujillo, Jacque Nguyen, Sophia Saunders, Head Coach Stefan Sutton. Photo by Robert Trujillo
LAHS Girls Golf News:
The Girls Topper Golf Team earned second place in the Seery Invitational at the New Mexico Invitational April 2 at New Mexico Tech Golf Course.
The girls’ golf team has a team total of 79.53.
“The tournament was certainly eventful,” Head Coach Stefan Sutton said. “The first day was unfortunately canceled due to snow and rain, but we were later blessed Read More
FBI: Gallup Man Charged In Shooting Over Barking Dogs
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE – A Gallup man was charged by criminal complaint in connection with a shooting incident that occurred during a confrontation over barking dogs.
Harley Davidson Joe, 38, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, appeared before a federal judge today and was released pending trial.
According to the criminal complaint, on May 11, 2024, three individuals were walking their dogs in Gallup when Joe drove past them in a truck. The dogs began barking at the truck but did not go towards the vehicle. Joe stopped and exited the vehicle and confronted the group about their dogs barking. Read More
Valles Caldera National Preserve Shares Big Plans
Valles Caldera National Preserve has big plans for the future and shared those plans during a May 16 press tour. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Chief of Interpretation, Education and Volunteers Dave Krueger, left, listens to Acting Chief of Facilities Jonathan Allbach describe the improvements being planned for the parking lot located outside the main visitor center at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
It is undeniable that Valles Caldera National Preserve is a beautiful Read More
Superintendent Jennifer Guy Congratulates Class Of 2024
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By JENNIFER GUY
Superintendent
Los Alamos Public SchoolsTo the Class of 2024,
I am honored to congratulate the class of 2024 on your graduation. I am looking forward to seeing the amazing things you accomplish in the future. You are bright, enthusiastic, kind, and caring. You have worked hard to get to this point and should be proud of all you have accomplished.
I have had the pleasure of watching many of you learn and grow since kindergarten. In elementary school, you learned to read, write, and explore the world. In middle school, you learned to navigate social experiences, try different things,
Project Oppenheimer In Los Alamos Earns Historical Society Of New Mexico Award
Los Alamos County Assistant Public Information Officer Leslie Bucklin holds up the Dorothy Woodward Award that was given to Project Oppenheimer by the Historical Society of New Mexico April 27. Courtesy photo
Scene from the awards banquet held April 27 by the Historical Society of New Mexico. Courtesy photo
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
All those posters, coffee mugs and internet memes celebrating the virtues of teamwork are in fact, correct. Collaboration can reap great results.
Take for instance Project Oppenheimer, which formed in conjunction to Read More
100 Men Who Care Los Alamos Announces June Event And Call For Nonprofit Applications
Community News:
100 Men Who Care – Los Alamos, a group of men dedicated to providing immediate and meaningful financial support to local organizations, will be holding its second post-COVID quarterly event 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at the SALA Event Center.
Organized like a “Shark Tank” for nonprofits, the event is only 90 minutes long and in that time the group votes on one of three organizations to support based on short presentations by each. Each group member then writes a check for $100 directly to the winning organization. Through prior events, we collected more than $13,000 for local Read More
McBride: Tribute To My Mother Brittany Jane Cormier
My family from left, brother Ben McBride, mother Brittany Jane Cormier, sister Chelsie Bourque and me – Andy McBride. Courtesy photo
By Andy McBride
Student Reporter
Los Alamos Daily Post
My birth mother, Brittany Jane Cormier, passed away on Jan. 13, 2021. She had three kids, one girl and two boys. My mother and her best friend Hope Nettelton saved my sister, Chelsie Bourque from a botched murder. My mom was shot in the head after pretending to be her daughter (one of the targets). Although she was out of my life for most of it, she was still my mother.
I had my time of grieving and still to this Read More
LAHS Principal Expresses Pride In Class Of 2024
By RENEE DUNWOODY
Principal
Los Alamos High School
Class of 2024,
It is hard to believe that you are Seniors and graduation is just around the corner. It has been a long road but you made it.
Your hard work has paid off and each of you will walk across the stage and smile to the crowd as you receive your high school diploma. With that in hand you will venture out to make your mark on the world.
You have such unique talents, incredible skills and amazing personalities I cannot wait to see the difference you will make in the world.
I am incredibly proud of each and every one of you and I wish you the best of luck. Read More
LAMC Welcomes More Than 220 Los Alamos Public Schools Kindergarteners To 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic
Scene from 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic May 21 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
Scene from 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic May 21 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
Scene from 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic May 21 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) welcomed more than 220 Los Alamos Public Schools kindergarteners to the hospital for its annual Teddy Bear Clinic Tuesday, May 21.
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 Read More
Rep. Vasquez Advances Billions For Military Installations, Families In Bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez:
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- Vasquez advocated for RECA and prioritized common-sense initiatives that improve the lives of service members and ensure New Mexico’s military installations remain at the forefront of national defense
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On May 22, 2024, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) secured major wins for New Mexico and voted to advance the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) out of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) to the House Floor for consideration.
“As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Read More