Life After 50: A Profound Graduation Gift
By BERNADETTE LAURTIZEN
The news isn’t so great recently, but wouldn’t it be great if we could perform a small act that would boost spirits at a tragic time?
Master Sgt. Nicole Amor was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines, Iowa. She was one of six soldiers killed in a drone strike in Kuwait in the early days of the war. Amor was within days of coming home.
When Nicole’s husband Joey was in high school, he was friends with Angela Grooms. Grooms asked Joey for permission to collect cards from their own high school classmates for his son. You see, Owen is a senior in high school and will be Read More
Economic Development Session Hosted By LLA Last Week
Scene from recent Economic Development session hosted by Leadership Los Alamos. Courtesy photo
Small group discussions at recent Economic Development session. Courtesy photo
By MARTHA KATKO
Leadership Los Alamos
Leadership Los Alamos held their Economic Development session on April 10 beginning the morning at the Research Park. Breakfast burritos from Hot Rocks were sponsored by Los Alamos Commerce and Development (LACDC). Following a short tour of the building, Dan Osborn, Los Alamos County Housing Program Coordinator, joined the class for a discussion on the housing challenges Read More
Daily Postcard: First Black-Chinned Hummingbird Of Season
Daily Postcard: The first Black-chinned Hummingbird of the season is spotted sipping water from a feeder on Monday at a farm in the beautiful Española Valley. Photo by Liddie Martinez Read More
‘Understanding Homelessness’ April 16/SALA, April 28/WR
ICOH News:
“Understanding Homelessness” – an in-depth and honest look at the causes and effects of this major challenge – is an upcoming free program open to all. It will be offered at SALA at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, and at White Rock United Methodist Church at 6:30 p.m. on April 28.
Sponsored by the Interfaith Coalition on Homelessness (ICOH), it is a 90-minute presentation by two knowledgeable and compassionate local speakers – Glenn Weber and Maggie Meier, ThM. This program is an opportunity for community members to gain much deeper and broader ways of thinking about who is unhoused, Read More
Northern New Mexico College Foundation Exceeds $1M Goal In President’s Eagle Campaign
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — The Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) Foundation proudly announces that the President’s Eagle Campaign has surpassed its ambitious $1,000,000 goal, marking a significant milestone in advancing student success and institutional growth.
Launched under the leadership of President Hector Balderas, the campaign brought together donors, community partners and supporters across the region who share a commitment to expanding educational opportunity in Northern New Mexico.
Funds raised through the President’s Eagle Campaign will directly support student scholarships, Read More
League Of Women Voters Wins 100 Men Who Care March Giving Event
100MWC News:
Los Alamos 100 Men Who Care members selected League of Women Voters of Los Alamos as the recipient of their March 2026 giving award. The group meets quarterly for a 30-minute social with simple food and drink, and then to hear three pre-selected organizations make five-minute presentations. The group then votes on the organizations, and each member writes a check for $100 to the winner.
In addition to the LWV, the group heard from Self Help and Los Alamos Historical Society. Thirty members attended the event on March 12, which was held at the SALA event center and catered by China Palace. Read More
Duplicate Bridge In Los Alamos: April 8, 2026
BRIDGE News:
Steve Kemic and Jennifer Young were Monday winners in flight A. Alan Wadlinger and Allyn Pratt were 1st in Flight B.
Steve Kemic and Jennifer Young were 1st overall in Flight A on Wednesday. Spook Kellum and Allyn Pratt were high in Flight B.
Preemptive hands are among the most interesting when it comes to making bidding decisions. This was demonstrated in our last bridge column.
Here is another opportunity to deal with a preemptive opening bid.
This is Board #13. North is the dealer, and both sides are vulnerable.
After North passes, East will open with 4♥. After south passes, this Read More
Quemazon Community Childcare Receive Grant From LACF
Francine Martinez (Quemazon Montessori School Director), Kayci Miller (Business Manager), Lukas Zavorka (Quemazon Community Childcare Board Member), and students accept a grant from Liz Martineau (Los Alamos Community Foundation Executive Director) that will help the new nonprofit during this year of transition and growth as they apply for the New Mexico FOCUS exemplary rating. This is one of several grants made possible through the Enterprise Bank and Trust Community Endowment Fund held at the Community Foundation. Courtesy/LACF Read More
Los Alamos Symphony Announces Spring Concert—A Celebration Of American Sound
LAS News:
The Los Alamos Symphony invites the community to an evening of vibrant and diverse music at its Spring Concert on Saturday, April 18th at 7:00 p.m. at Crossroads Bible Church. This special event is free and open to the public, with donations warmly welcomed to support the Symphony’s programs and outreach.
This season’s concert highlights a dynamic “melting pot” of American music, showcasing a wide range of styles—from cinematic scores to classical masterworks. The program includes selections such as Star Trek Into Darkness by Michael Giacchino, Dusk by Steven Bryant, Variations Read More
Construction Work Continues At Chamisa Elementary
Sidewalk work underway last week at Chamisa Elementary School on Meadow Lane in White Rock. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
A belly dump truck is loaded with dirt last week in front of Chamisa Elementary School on Meadow Lane in White Rock. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Read More
Daily Postcard: Double Rainbow Colors Sky Over White Rock
Daily Postcard: A double rainbow colors sky on April 7 over White Rock. The secondary rainbow is caused by a second reflection inside the droplet, and this “re-reflected” light exits the drop at a different angle – 50° instead of 42°. This is why the secondary rainbow appears above the primary rainbow. The secondary rainbow will have the order of the colors reversed, with red on the bottom and violet on the top. Source: NASA. Photo by Dave Lannen
Another view of a double rainbow coloring the sky on April 7 over White Rock. Photo by Dave Lannen
Another view of a double rainbow coloring the sky on Read More
Celebrate 2026 Earth Day Festival At Nature Center April 18
PEEC News:
The community is invited to explore, play, learn, and celebrate at the 2026 Earth Day Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, April 18, at Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road.
This annual event will offer engaging activities, fun entertainment, and delicious food.
To learn more, click Earth Day Festival.
Y Fitness Instructor Raj Vaidya Shares Health & Wellness Philosophy With Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit Classes
Los Alamos High School English Teacher Lori Thompson on Friday introducing longtime YMCA fitness instructor Raj Vaidya to her students. Vaidya, a LANL retiree, shared his philosophy on health and wellness during his presentations to all three of Thompson’s Sports Lit classes. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Posts From The Road: Route 66 Through Tucumcari
Route 66: A beautiful Route 66 monument sits next to the Tucumcari Convention Center on the west side of town. Tucumcari has embraced the Route 66 heritage and grown a nice tourist business featuring many of the sites that have been in town since the 1950s and before. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Tepee: Tepee Curios is a popular stop for Route 66 travelers in Tucumcari. The shop is housed in a former gas station remodeled and transformed into the shop you see today. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos
When driving Route 66 from east to Read More
PEEC To Host Spring Wildlife Tracking Program With Certified Specialist Ann Hunkins May 1
Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will offer Discovering Wildlife Through Tracks and Signs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday, May 1, 2026, beginning at the Los Alamos Nature Center.
This immersive, field‐based program invites participants to explore the Spring landscape through the perspective of a wildlife tracker, uncovering the subtle clues and stories left behind by animals active in the warming season.
Led by Certified Wildlife Tracker Ann Hunkins, the outing introduces participants to far more than footprints. Attendees will learn to recognize Read More
SFCC To Host Rattlesnake Avoidance Clinic For Dogs
SFCC Splash Spring Glass Club Sale April 29-30
A selection of glass artwork from a previous SFCC Glass Club Sale. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) Splash Spring Glass Club Sale is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 29 and April 30.
This student sale features functional bowls, platters and vessels, jewelry, games, outdoor accent pieces and sculptures.
Exhibiting artists include Barbara Bloomberg, Bob Carson, Luetta Donalds, Gurudaya Khalsa, Nina Mastrangelo, Diana Shepherd, Yahne McLemore, Jayne Nordstrom, Andrea Polli, Ellen Premack, Fred Roensch and Leslie Walker Hirsch.
This free event is in the SFCC Main Hallway Read More
County Board Of Public Utilities To Meet April 15
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
Members of the public may view proceedings online or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom.
The agenda has been published and the complete packet is available here.
RDC To Host Business Booster Workshop At SALA April 14
From Regional Development Corporation:
Los Alamos and surrounding area businesses—we hear you! Join us from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 14, at SALA Los Alamos Event Center for a free Business Booster Workshop Intensive & Networking Lunch to boost your business.
Workshop topics:
- Getting Seen: Marketing Workshop
- Business Chops: Business Workshop
- Success Stories: How Did They Make It Happen?
- Networking Lunch with Key Resource Partners
Registration: www.rdcnm.org/events-1
More information: www.rdcnm.org/business-booster-workshops Read More
Update: Lunch With A Leader Robert Gibson April 16
LWV News:
The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos (LWV) invites the community to its Lunch with a Leader event, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall on Sage Loop.
This month’s leader has changed to Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Chair Robert Gibson, who will be discussing local issues with public utilities in light of recent changes.
Gibson served on the BPU 20 years ago, between serving terms on the County Council. He has also served on several other public boards and committees and as a bill analyst at the New Mexico State Legislature.
Gibson Read More