On The Job In Los Alamos: Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts
On the job in Los Alamos is Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts standing near the department’s Guiding Principles poster Thursday inside the station at 2500 Trinity Drive. Cmdr. Roberts began his career at LAPD in 2010 and now oversees police operations including four patrol units, the investigations section, social media, the FTO program and recruiting. Photo by Andy McBride/ladailypost.com Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: March 22-28, 2024
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for March 22-28, 2024:
Friday, March 22, 2024
- 6 a.m. Democracy Now! – Live;
- 10 a.m. The Thom Hartmann Program;
- 11 a.m. County Council Meeting Replay 3-5–24;
- 3 p.m. Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates;
- 6 p.m. Neurodiversity in Literature;
- 7 p.m. Healthy Longevity;
YMCA Partners With LAPS To Provide Spring Break Camp
Scene of a previous Spring Break Camp activity at Aspen Elementary School. Courtesy/YMCA
Scene of a previous Spring Break Camp with art/creativity activities at The Family YMCA. Courtesy/YMCA
Y News:
During the conference days and upcoming spring break, The Family YMCA has partnered up with Los Alamos Public Schools to provide Spring Break Camp with free childcare for families within the local school district.
This is a great collaboration with Y staff, LAPS staff and Los Alamos High School student interns to ensure the camp is a success.
Youth engage in many activities throughout the day Read More
New Mexico Museum Of Natural History & Science Curator Collaborates On Research Showing Impact Of Unexpectedly High Levels Of ‘Forever Chemicals’ Near Holloman AFB
NMMNHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE – New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) Bioscience Curator Dr. Jason Malaney played a key role in research that shows unexpectedly high levels of chemical contamination in wildlife at Holloman Air Force Base in Southern New Mexico.
This new study, published in the journal Environmental Research, shows that per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including perfluorooctanosulfonic acid and perfluorooctoanoic acid, were found at dangerously high levels near Holloman AFB, outside Alamogordo. PFAS, sometimes referred to as “forever Read More
Fiber Arts, Demonstrations And Festivities At Los Luceros Sheep Shearing Day April 7
Los Luceros Historic Site News:
Los Luceros Historic Site is celebrating its wild and woolly Navajo Churro sheep herd during spring Sheep Shearing Day at First Sunday Dawn ’til Dusk, 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. April 7.
Kerry Mauer will demonstrate an old-fashioned method of sheep shearing using double bow shears. Los Luceros Instructional Coordinator Rebecca Ward will give a talk about the history of Navajo Churro sheep and their importance to New Mexico and Indigenous history.
Needle felting and drop spinning workshops will be offered (registration required). Food trucks Manko (Native American Read More
New Mexico Child Care & Education Association Celebrates Historic Tax Package Signing
NMCCEA News:
New Mexico Child Care & Education Association (NMCCEA) celebrated the recent signing of the Tax Package, which includes a Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) deduction.
This deduction marks a significant victory for families reliant on childcare assistance, as well as for the private businesses that provide these essential services.
The GRT deduction is a monumental achievement that will reverberate positively throughout New Mexico. By lifting the burden of GRT payments from families reliant on childcare assistance, this policy shift not only eases financial strain but also Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Yukio And Gia
Yukio is the cutest carebear kitty around. She is curious and engaged and loves to explore, plus she’s sweet as sugar. She has tried to befriend the great outdoors, but she thinks it’s a little too loud out there and prefers to be your little house buddy. Yukio loves head boops and rubbing her head on your legs, and after she’s had enough petting, she will roll around and stretch on the floor for a good minute. She is 11lbs., 2 years old, spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped – and ready to make your house her home. Española Humane is open to walk-in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Read More
LANL: Finding Of No Significant Impact Issued For Los Alamos County Reservoir Restoration Project
LANL News:
The National Nuclear Security Administration has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact for a Los Alamos County project to restore parts of Los Alamos Canyon including the reservoir and surrounding areas.
The Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities is planning to restore and address sedimentation from post wildfire flooding impacts in in the canyon.
This restoration project includes: the upper watershed area above the reservoir, the reservoir, and the area where Los Alamos Canyon Creek, water pipeline and access road run parallel to each other down the valley. Read More
Los Alamos Elks Lodge Hosts Installation Of Officers 2024
Los Alamos Elks Lodge #2083 held its installation of officers for 2024 last Saturday, followed by dinner. This is the first time in three years the group was able to host a formal installation ceremony and dinner. New leadership includes (back, left to right) Jeff Goettee, Chaplain; Heath Davis, Leading Knight; Ben Bouman, Trustee; Patrick Metzger, Exalted Ruler; Anthony Kave, Tiler; Craig Taylor, Esquire; Kirk Hollis, Treasurer; (front, left to right) Troy Calloway, Trustee; Rich Kieltyka, Trustee; Anthony Vigil, Loyal Knight; Brett Ray, Trustee; Katherine Haight,
Lecturing Knight; Read More
Heinrich, Stansbury, Chavez-Deremer Introduce Bill To Support Student Success In Higher Education
Congressional News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representatives Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M) and Lori Chavez-Deremer (R-Ore.) introduced on Wednesday the Postsecondary Student Success Act, legislation to support evidence-based practices that support student retention, completion, and success in postsecondary education.
Over the past two decades, there has been a significant increase in high school graduation and college enrollment rates, reflecting a concerted effort to expand access to higher education. However, despite these strides, there Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Rebecca Redondo At Library
On the job in Los Alamos is Library Associate Rebecca Redondo at Mesa Public Library where she has worked for about a year and a half. ‘Most jobs have pros and cons and there are things you have to overcome but there are also challenges,’ Redondo said Wednesday afternoon. She continues to help people in her community through her work at the Los Alamos Public Library. Photo by Andy McBride/ladailypost.com Read More
46th Street To Be Closed For Several Hours March 26
CM ArborCare News:
CM ArborCare has announced that it is scheduled to close 46th Street between 1331 46th and 1322 46th, 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.
The road will be completely closed for about three hours to allow equipment access for the removal of a large tree.
Vehicle and pedestrian access will be blocked. Vehicle and pedestrian traffic can be detoured to Sandia Drive and 47th Street.
Direct questions to Chris Michel at cmarborcare@gmail.com or call 505.385.6223. Read More
Daily Postcard: Bandelier Officially Enters Busy Season
Daily Postcard: Visitors descend the steps and ladders on a partially shaded and steep cliffside March 12 at Bandelier National Monument. Bandelier has officially entered its busy season and recommends arriving before 10 a.m. or after 2:30 p.m. to ensure finding a parking place. Once the limited parking fills vehicles will be turned around at the entrance gate. Bandelier thanks visitors for their cooperation in protecting Alcove House, the cliff dwellings and their own safety by following these guidelines: stay on the trail/ladders, limit to 15 people climbing the ladders to Alcove House, Read More
2024 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series Announces 3 More Artists Including A HUGE Science Fest Concert Starring Led Zep Again!
The 2024 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series begins May 24. Courtesy/LASCS
Summer Concert News:
The 2024 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series (LASCS) is doing it again, bringing several world-class bands to Ashley Pond every Friday night during the summer for what is shaping up to be another incredible season of FREE entertainment for Los Alamos and the region.
The series runs every Friday from May 24 through Aug. 30 and concerts will be announced as sponsors are found with the final calendar release set for April 15. Please visit the 2024 LASCS website or get regular updates available on our Facebook Read More
McQuiston: How Telematics Can Help Improve Driver Safety
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Telematics, also known as usage-based insurance or “Pay How You Drive” car insurance, tracks driving habits, including driving distances, speed, braking behaviors and more. That information is used by an insurance company to help customize your auto insurance premium.
If the thought of having an insurance company monitor your driving makes you nervous, remember, the benefits could far outweigh your concerns – especially if you and the people on your auto policy drive safely. And if you already are a careful driver, Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Massage Therapist Veda Rosso
On the job in Los Alamos is licensed massage therapist Veda Rosso at Sage Integrated Health. She is now offering massage treatments to the local community at her location in the 557 Flats at 557 Oppenheimer Drive, Suite #100. Veda is a seasoned and licensed massage therapist, dedicated to enhancing the physical and mental well-being of her clients through the healing power of touch. With more than 26 years of experience, she said she has become a trusted practitioner who sees clients in her private practice in Santa Fe and at Ten Thousand Waves. She also enjoys working at Sage Integrated Health Read More
Transportation Board Meeting Update For March 7, 2024
By DAVID HAMPTON
Chair
Los Alamos Transportation Board
At our last Transportation Board meeting, March, 7, 2024, we started with a presentation and public comment on the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project. This project will begin at Central and curve around Bathtub Row and Juniper Street to 15th Street, improving vehicle, pedestrian, ADA, and utilities conditions. Additional options for improvements to adjacent areas will be provided to Council for consideration.
The next presentation was on new Median Design Standards, which will be piloted on Canyon Road before being extended to Diamond Read More
Eight Los Alamos High School Students Qualify To Participate In 2024 International DECA Competition In April
DECA State group. Courtesy/LAPS
Scene from Quiz Bowl. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Eight Los Alamos High School students have qualified to participate in the International DECA Competition in April.
Seniors Gabriel (Gabe) Cook, Shaun Kilde and Mia Martinez, along with juniors Elliott Beveridge, Zane Kretz and Sawyer Talley and sophomores Luke Creel and Alyssa Sun will compete in the Individual DECA Competitive Events at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Anaheim, Calif.
All eight of these students ranked in the top three performers in the Individual Series category Read More
County Crews To Repair Asphalt Along Central Between 15th & Oppenheimer Friday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Department will be repairing sections of asphalt along Central Avenue between 15th Street and Oppenheimer Drive.
Work will run 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday March 22, with a moving flag operation in place. The project will start at 15th and head westbound to Oppenheimer, then return eastbound to 15th.
Bicycle and pedestrian traffic will not be interrupted.
Traffic is urged to slow down in the area and watch out for cyclists, pedestrians, crews and equipment.
Direct questions regarding this project to Streets Superintendent Daniel Campos Read More
NM-4 Water Repair Begins Friday
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Weather permitting, the emergency repair on a water transmission line along N.M. 4 has been rescheduled for Friday, March 22, through Sunday, March 24.
The broken water line is on the east side of NM-4 about halfway between East Jemez Road and the turnoff to N.M. 502.
Officials at the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) would like to remind drivers that when the work begins on Friday, they should expect to see N.M. 4 traffic reduced to one lane in each direction as they approach the work zone.
Northbound drivers will be directed into one of the two southbound Read More