LA Federated Republican Women Celebrate 70th Anniversary
Los Alamos Federated Republican Women (LAFRW) Officers with performer VanAnn Moore, from left, Mary Wilhoit (Chaplain), Dianne Coanne (President), Moore, Trish Granich (Secretary), Cheryl Stead (Treasurer) and Linda Bullock (Vice President) with the silver elephants that the club received as part of the Diamond Achievement Award received from the National Federated Republican Women for the 2022-2023 year. Courtesy/LAFRW
VanAnn Moore performs ‘Dolley Madison’ during the 70th Anniversary Celebration of the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women. Courtesy/LAFRW
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Chamber Of Commerce Welcomes Prism Pups Grooming Salon To Downtown Los Alamos With Ribbon Cutting May 7
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the opening of the new pet grooming center “Prism Pups Grooming Salon” with a ribbon cutting at 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 7 at 927 Central Ave. in downtown Los Alamos.
Owner Stacy Buck said she is thrilled to open a full-service pet grooming business in downtown Los Alamos, a few doors down from the MVD. “Prism Pups” will offer full grooming services including bath, blow dry, brushing, nail trim, haircuts and more. They will also offer hair coloring for dogs. The Salon will be open Tuesday to Friday by appointment only.
“The Chamber, Los Read More
View Of Original Hand Painted Anderson Pharmacy Sign
View of the original hand painted Anderson Pharmacy sign on the exterior of the building Tuesday on Diamond Drive. The pharmacy has been closed for many years and the property is now being prepared for future development. Photo by Daphne Thompson Read More
Valle Grande Chapter Regent Linda Carol Alt Presents 2024 JROTC Medal To Cadet Asher Colson
Valle Grande Chapter Regent Linda Carol Alt presents the JROTC medal to Cadet Asher Colson. Courtesy/VGC
Valle Grande Chapter News:
Regent Linda Carol Alt presented the Chapter’s annual JROTC medal to Cadet Asher Colson at the Awards Night ceremony April 19, 2024 at Los Alamos High School.
This medal is granted by the National Defense Council of the Daughters of the American Revolution to a cadet who has demonstrated academic excellence, dependability, good character, adherence to military discipline, leadership, and a fundamental and patriotic understanding of the importance of the Read More
Santa Fe Community Orchestra To Present Concert May 19
SFCO News:
The Santa Fe Community Orchestra (SFCO) will present a free performance of three widely acclaimed works:
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- Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnol;
- Florence Price’s Adoration; and
- Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, orchestrated by Maurice Ravel.
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The concert is 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at the Scottish Rite Temple, 462 Paseo de Peralta, in Santa Fe.
Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted at the door.
Three Vehicle Accident With Minor Injuries On Truck Route
A three vehicle crash with minor injuries occurred this morning at the bottom of the truck route. The accident included a bus carrying just one passenger. The accident is affecting eastbound traffic on N.M. 501. The Santa Fe Sheriff’s Department is investigating the crash and Los Alamos Police Department and Los Alamos Fire Department are also on scene. Courtesy/LAPD
Los Alamos County Library Board Hears Presentation On Efforts To Increase Accessibility To All Users
COUNTY News:
The Library Board heard a presentation recently by Librarian Norma Covington on the library’s efforts to make the library more accessible to all users.
An accessibility statement has been added to the draft revision of the Library policies stating, “The Library will assist those with special needs, in compliance with federal and state law. The Library is committed to providing equal access to all patrons, including those with disabilities, under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).”
In 2022 both Mesa Public Library and the White Rock Branch were evaluated for accessibility Read More
Daily Postcard: Tent Rocks Along Falls Trail At Bandelier
Daily Postcard: Tent rocks along the Falls Trail at Bandelier National Monument. Tent rocks form when more resistant rock is left after softer rock is eroded to form a tent-like structure. Photo by Sally King/NPS Read More
Council Tentatively Approves DPU’s FY 2025 Budget
Department of Public Utilities Manager Philo Shelton presents his department’s FY2025 to Los Alamos County Council Monday night. Council unanimously voted to tentatively approve the department’s $99,371,582 as well as a $1,304,000 budget option for a joint project with the Public Works Department for road improvements to Bathtub Row, Peach Street and Nectar Street. Screenshot/LADP Read More
Los Alamos Police Warn Of Public Health Risk At Local Baseball Fields
The LAPD surveillance trailer with camera has been placed at the North Mesa baseball fields. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is addressing a public health concern after several hypodermic needles were found at the North Mesa baseball fields and dugouts. The discovery was reported by the president of the Los Alamos Little League to county staff, prompting an immediate response by local authorities.
On Tuesday evening, LAPD officers collected and safely disposed of the used drug paraphernalia and sharps. During a surveillance operation today, officers Read More
Catch Of The Week: AT&T Data Breach
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
In today’s digital age, the protection of personal data has become a paramount concern for individuals and corporations alike. The recent AT&T data breach has once again brought this issue to the forefront, underscoring the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in safeguarding sensitive information.
The breach, which occurred in 2019 or earlier, exposed the personal data of millions of AT&T customers, sending shockwaves through the telecommunications industry and raising questions about the efficacy Read More
Swastika Painted On White Rock Rock
A reader submitted this photo today of a swastika painted on the White Rock rock at the corner of N.M. 4 and Rover Boulevard. The reader said they did not know who painted it but the sight of it was making them feel sick and they wanted the community to be aware what someone had done. Courtesy photo Read More
Stratton: Celebrating Our Nurses, Hospital Teams And EMS Partners
By TRACIE STRATTON
Chief Executive Officer
Los Alamos Medical Center
During the month of May, we celebrate three important national observances that recognize the hard work and dedication of our nurses, hospital teams, and EMS professionals. May 12th marks the birthday of Florence Nightingale – a caregiver during the Crimean war, whose bravery and leadership helped create the nursing profession as we know it today. Each May, we set aside these observance weeks to highlight the bravery of our own caregivers. Over the past few years, the world of healthcare has faced many challenges. Through Read More
Wernicke: Parks & Recreation Board April 2024 Update
Los Alamos Parks and Recreation Board Chair James Wernicke. Courtesy photo
By JAMES WERNICKE
Chair
Los Alamos Parks and Recreation Board
At the April Parks and Recreation Board (PRB) meeting, we finalized our 2024 Work Plan. This annual task, mandated by the County Council, requires us to provide a detailed outline of tasks, activities, timelines, and resources needed to achieve our shared goals. Section 8 of the County Code outlines each standing board’s purpose, duties, and responsibilities and serves as the primary guiding document for each board’s work plan. PRB is defined in Chapter Read More
Crews Working On Second Water Break In Quemazon
COUNTY News:
Water crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) are working on an emergency water leak on Quemazon again today within the same area as where a water valve failed last week. Water is off for houses in the immediate vicinity of the break and is expected to remain off until at least 4 p.m. today.
Traffic controls are in place for the work zone, which runs along Quemazon between Tranquilo and Corona. This area is closed to through traffic for the duration of the repair and cleanup. Residents may detour at Corona and Tranquilo. Drivers are asked to exercise caution near Read More
County Council Approves $377.4 Million FY 2025 Budget
Los Alamos Hilltopper Track & Field Teams Break Records At Richard Harper Memorial Invite In Albuquerque
Alex ‘Boom’ Pasulka broke a 37 year-old LAHS Record in the 400 m prelim, and then broke it AGAIN in the 400 m final! In addition, Boom was part of the 4×100 m and 4×400 m relay teams, which both set new LAHS Records. Photo by Blake Wood
Colette Bibeault and Dani Trellue on their way to placing 1st and 3rd, respectively, in the 100 m hurdles. In addition, Bibeault won the pole vault and 300 m hurdles, placed 4th in the high jump, and was part of the winning 4×400 m relay. Trellue won the triple jump and placed 3rd in the pole vault. Photo by Blake Wood
By BLAKE WOOD
Assistant Coach
LAHS Track & Read More
Canceled: Tonight’s County Council FY25 Budget Hearing
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council FY25 Budget Hearing scheduled for this evening, April 30, 2024, has been canceled.
The hearing was canceled because the FY25 budget was approved at the Council’s April 29, 2024 Budget Hearing.
The cancellation notice has been published as is available online here. Read More
Los Alamos County Transportation Board To Meet May 2
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board is scheduled to meet 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 2024 in Council Chambers at the Los Alamos Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
The agenda for the meeting is available here. Read More
Los Alamos Rugby Teams Take On Rio Rancho Rebels
The Nukes boys rugby team and Bombshells girls team hosted matches with the Rio Rancho Rebels Saturday on Sullivan Field. The boys lost their match to the Rebels, but the girls won their match 26-17. It was a rainy, snowy, windy day but that did not slow the action. Here Luke Archuleta catches the ball in a line-in play. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Eddie Hooks works his way around a Rebel defender. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
The Nukes gang tackle Rebel runner. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Nate Larson running on the pitch tries to get past Rebel defender. Photo by John Read More
