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Elks Lodge To Host Annual Flag Day Celebration June 14

Elks Lodge 2083 to host its annual Flag Day Celebration June 14 at 1601 Trinity Drive. Courtesy photo

Elks Lodge 2083 News:

On Sunday, June 14, Elks Lodge 2083 will host its annual Flag Day Celebration. The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. and conclude with a light lunch. All are welcome to attend.

Damaged flags may also be brought to the lodge for proper disposal. Prior to Flag Day, flags can be placed in the labeled can outside the south entrance of the lodge.

The history of Flag Day:

On June 14, 1885, in a one-room schoolhouse in Waubeka, Wisc., schoolteacher Bernard Cigrand asked his students to write Read More

McCrory Endorses Katherine Clark For Secretary Of State

By Tom McCrory
Los Alamos

Democratic voters in New Mexico are blessed with an abundance of well qualified candidates for federal, state and local conditions. However, we are especially fortunate to have Katharine Clark running for New Mexico Secretary of State.

In her time as Santa Fe County Clerk, Katharine has revolutionized that office for the better. She has worked tirelessly to expand access to the ballot box, run trusted elections, oppose the influence of dark money, and defend democracy.
I know that as Secretary of State, Katharine will bring those qualities to the benefit of all New
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Alzheimer’s Association Encourages New Mexicans To Take Charge Of Their Brain Health

HEALTHCARE News:

During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month this June, the Alzheimer’s Association is calling on people across New Mexico to take charge of their brain health and learn how healthy habits and early detection can make a meaningful difference.

In New Mexico, 46,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and 68,000 family members and friends provide unpaid care. As the population ages, those numbers are expected to grow, underscoring the importance of brain health education and early detection in local communities.

Despite growing awareness of Alzheimer’s, a significant Read More

AMA Statement On Executive Order Directing CDC To Further Assess Childhood Vaccine Schedule

By Bobby Mukkamala, MD
President
American Medical Association

“There is no credible scientific evidence to support changing the current childhood vaccine schedule. That schedule is built on decades of rigorous research and real-world data, and it is designed to protect children in the U.S. when they are most vulnerable based on our nation’s disease burden.

“Altering it without clear, evidence-based justification risks continued confusion for parents and patients, undermining trust in vaccines, and ultimately lowering vaccination rates. That would put more children and communities Read More

Sen. Heinrich Announces 2026 Endorsements Ahead Of Tuesday’s Primary Elections

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Ahead of New Mexico’s Primary Elections on Tuesday, Sen. Martin Heinrich announced his endorsements for statewide offices, county commissions, county sheriff, and the New Mexico House of Representatives, backing candidates that will help strengthen local economies, keep communities safe, and deliver real results for New Mexico families.

“From securing our elections to strengthening public safety and protecting the lands that define our way of life, the leaders we elect this year will make decisions that shape New Mexico’s future long after this election Read More

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony—Berm Project Phase 3

Map of approximate travel route from the press conference to the ribbon cutting. 

NMBA News:

COLUMBUS — State and local leaders will gather on Monday, June 1, to announce the completion of the first of three phases (phase 3) of the Southern New Mexico Berm Project, a critical flood control and border infrastructure initiative designed to strengthen public safety and support long-term economic development along the U.S.–Mexico border.

Led by the New Mexico Border Authority in partnership with Luna County, the Berm Project is a three-phase infrastructure initiative focused on flood mitigation, Read More

NMAR Releases April 2026 New Mexico Housing Market Stats

NMAR News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico Association of REALTORS (NMAR) reports that New Mexico’s housing market remained steady in April 2026, with statewide sales totaling 1,702 transactions, a slight decrease from March’s 1,738 sales as the market settled following a strong early spring surge.

Despite the modest month-over-month decline in sales activity, the statewide median sold price increased to $350,000 from $345,950 in March, reflecting continued price resilience. Homes sold more quickly in April, averaging 57 days on market compared to 65 days in March, while active listings increased Read More

Posts From The Road: Arizona Biltmore

Exterior View: Many extraordinary views of the Arizona Biltmore are seen when strolling the grounds with each one accentuating a feature of this exquisite resort. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Garden: Shown is one of many gardens with water features seen about the Arizona Biltmore property. As expected the grounds and the gardens are maintained with precision and care. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Lobby: A view of the lobby in the Arizona Biltmore reveals interior features and the size of the facility. The Biltmore contains over 200,000 feet of meeting and conference space Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: May 31, 2026 

By GEORGE MORSE 
Sports and Outdoors 
Los Alamos Daily Post 

The State Game and Fish Department stocked a total of 49,338 rainbow trout weighing 10,606 pounds (about 4810.8 kg). Most of the stocking will now be in Northern New Mexico. 

Unless you have been living on the dark side of the moon, you are aware that we are experiencing severe drought here in New Mexico and Southern Colorado. If we do not get substantial rain during the upcoming monsoon season, it’s going to be a tough season for fish and anglers. 

Normally, the Rio Grande would be swollen with spring runoff from the melting snow. Streamflows Read More

Tom Springs Wildfire In Pecos Canyon Burns 3.82 Acres

A helicopter is dipping water out of Monastery Lake west of N.M. 63. Courtesy/SFNF

 

Santa Fe National Forest News:

SANTA FE — Firefighters on the Santa Fe National Forest continue to actively suppress the Tom Springs Wildfire, located approximately 10 miles northwest of the Village of Pecos in the Pecos Canyon area. No significant spread occurred overnight.

The lightning-caused wildfire, first reported on May 29, is now at 3.82 acres following updated infrared and on-the-ground size assessments gathered yesterday afternoon.

Fire crews made strong progress on Saturday, completing Read More

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