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Los Alamos County Council Discusses North Mesa Recreation Plan & MRA At Tuesday’s Work Session

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Rendering depicting the area included in the North Mesa Recreation Plan. Courtesy/LAC 

The main features included in the North Mesa Recreation Plan. Courtesy/LAC

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

There are big plans to enhance the recreation amenities on North Mesa; the big question is does Los Alamos County have the time and money to implement them.

During Tuesday’s work session, Los Alamos County Council heard from Sites Southwest consultants Bob Oberdofer and Karina Rodgers regarding the North Mesa Recreation Plan.

The council took no action but Chair Read More

New Mexico Association Of REALTORS® Announces Lois Sury As 2026 President

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Lois Sury

NMAR News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Association of REALTORS® (NMAR) is proud to announce Lois Sury as its 2026 President. A respected leader, educator, and dedicated advocate for real estate professionals and property owners across New Mexico, Sury brings more than three decades of industry experience and service to the role.

A native New Mexican, Sury has built her career on deep local knowledge, exceptional professionalism, and a passion for helping clients achieve their real estate goals. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Eastern New Mexico University with degrees in sociology Read More

NMDWS To Mail UI Claimant 1099 Forms By Jan. 31

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New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions. Courtesy/NMDWS

NMDWS News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) will mail all IRS 1099-G forms by Jan. 31 to individuals who received unemployment insurance benefits in 2025.

The 1099-G tax form reports the total amount of benefits paid to recipients during the year. Unemployment insurance benefits are taxable income and must be included in a 2025 tax filing. 

The department urges claimants to view and verify their mailing address by logging into the Unemployment Insurance Tax & Claims System (https://www.jobs.state.nm.us Read More

New Mexico Accelerates Business Expansion With Site Readiness Program

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EDD News:

SANTA FE — Less than a year after the Site Readiness Act became law, the New Mexico Economic Development Department has evaluated 47 development sites statewide, launched a public site readiness map and established a new board to certify sites for business expansion.

Following the passage of SB 169 (Site Readiness) and SB 170 (Utility Pre-deployment) during the 2025 legislative session, EDD moved quickly to put the framework into action. The program focuses on preparing land for development by identifying infrastructure needs, utility access and site conditions that support Read More

Moody’s Upgrades New Mexico To One Of Nation’s Highest Bond Rated States

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Finance Cabinet Secretary Wayne Propst

From the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration:

SANTA FE — In clear affirmation of New Mexico’s fiscal discipline and leadership, Moody’s Ratings has upgraded the state’s issuer rating to Aa1 from Aa2, placing New Mexico among the top-tier rated states in the country.

“This upgrade is the result of years of smart, disciplined budgeting and strategic investments that benefit every New Mexican,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said.

Moody’s cited New Mexico’s disciplined fiscal management and well-established governance practices, noting Read More

Beso Jewels At Village Arts Saturday, Jan. 17

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ART News:

Visit Beso Jewels this Saturday, Jan. 17 at Village Arts. The birthstone for this month is Garnet and I have a wide selection.

If you are thinking of an engagement ring, I have several and will return on Valentine’s weekend.

10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 17

  • Repairs of all types
  • Custom design
  • Gold and Silver jewelry
  • Silver Coins
  • Appraisals
  • Gemstones, Pearls and Diamonds
  • Layaway
  • I BUY Gold, Silver, & Jewelry in any condition as well as coins, gemstones and diamonds.
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Artist INC Teaches Artists The Business End Of Creative Work In Workshops Across State

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Artist INC workshop participants in Albuquerque in May 2025. Photo by Christine West. Courtesy Mid-America Arts Alliance

NM ARTS News:

SANTA FE — Artists may spend the majority of their days focused on their craft, whether painting, sculpting, filming, or other creative ventures, but in order to make a living, many must also learn the business of their craft. To help artists working in any discipline develop the building blocks to support a thriving and enduring art practice, New Mexico’s federally authorized state arts agency, New Mexico Arts, offered Artist INC, a career development program Read More

New Mexico Unemployment Rate: 4.2% In November 2025

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NMDWS News:

New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.2 percent in November, down from 4.4 percent the previous year. The national unemployment rate in November was 4.6 percent, up from 4.2 percent in November 2024.

The October 2025 unemployment rates for the U.S. and New Mexico are unavailable due to the 2025 lapse in Federal appropriations.

Total nonagricultural payroll employment grew by 11,600 jobs, or 1.3 percent, between November 2024 and November 2025. The majority of gains came from the private sector. The private sector was up 7,700 jobs, or 1.1 percent, while the Read More

Anytime Fitness To Celebrate Grand Opening Of Second Location In White Rock Jan. 17

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Anytime Fitness White Rock staff, from top left, Personal Trainers Bridger Spearing, Santana Orozco, Marissa Larribas, Ashley Land, Alina Hansell and Sophia Atencio. Bottom row from left, Regional Fitness Director Erin Heintschel, Co-owner Mayah McGowen, Co-owner Mariah Espeset and Owner Nicholas Muller. The new fitness center is at 134 A N.M. 4. Courtesy photo

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Anytime Fitness is expanding in Los Alamos. Owners Nicholas Muller and Mariah Espeset recently opened a second location with business partner Mayah McGowan in White Rock.

“The community has been asking for a second Read More

Los Alamos Medical Center Announces Retirement Of Vicki Martinez And Honors Her For 20 Years Of Dedication

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On her retirement Los Alamos Medical Center’s Vicki Martinez with Interim CEO Tony Young. Courtesy/LAMC

LAMC News:

After more than 20 incredible years at Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC), the hospital has bid a heartfelt farewell to Vicki Martinez as she begins her well-deserved retirement. Martinez has been a cornerstone of the LAMC hospital family, serving as the Executive Assistant in Administration for most of her tenure.

If you’ve ever walked into the administration suite, chances are her warm smile was the first to greet you. Known as the gatekeeper to the executive team, Martinez balanced Read More