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Posts From The Road: Oklahoma Aquarium

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Shark Tunnel: The popular shark exhibit and Shark Tank Adventure Tunnel at the Oklahoma Aquarium leads visitors through the 500,000-gallon shark tank, where they can watch sharks swim around and view the largest number of bull sharks living in an aquarium setting anywhere. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Pot-bellied Seahorse: The Pot-bellied Seahorse is a unique fish. that appears to have a head like a horse, tail of a monkey, and fins of a fish. Seahorses are the only known animal where the male gives birth. The brood pouch is used to hold eggs. The female will deposit up to 700 eggs into Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, 2025

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PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, 2025:

Friday, Nov. 28, 2025

  • 06:00 AM Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10:00 AM The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11:00 AM County Council Replay 11-18–25
  • 04:00 PM Democracy Now!
  • 05:00 PM PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 06:00 PM Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce “New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax”
  • 07:00 PM PAC 8 Summer
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County: Watch For Wildlife On Roadways During Winter Months…

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Slow down and stay alert as temperatures drop and days get shorter to avoid wildlife collisions. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, more vehicles will be on the road at times when wildlife are most active: dusk and dawn. Even smaller animals, such as cottontails and jackrabbits, can prove to be hazardous as motorists brake or swerve to avoid a collision.

Follow these simple tips to help reduce the chances of a dangerous collision:

  • Slow down and look for movement. Slowing down doesn’t just help avoid a collision; it can reduce the impact if a large animal
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Los Alamos Researchers Named 2025 Laboratory Fellows

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Top row from left, James Colgan, Carl Ekdahl, Franz Freibert, Bryan Henson. Bottom row from left, Toshihiko Kawano, Charles Reichhardt, Tom Vestrand, David Zerkle. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

  • “These eight researchers exemplify the highest standards of scientific excellence,” –Thom Mason

Eight researchers have been named 2025 Los Alamos National Laboratory Fellows: James Colgan, Carl Ekdahl, Franz Freibert, Bryan Henson, Toshihiko Kawano, Charles Reichhardt, Tom Vestrand and David Zerkle.

“These eight researchers exemplify the highest standards of scientific excellence,” Laboratory Read More

Holiday Gift Guide For People Living With Dementia

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AA News:

Holiday shopping can be challenging, especially when selecting gifts for someone living with dementia.

More than 46,000 New Mexicans are among 7.4 million Americans currently living with Alzheimer’s disease and, depending on the stage of dementia, some well-intentioned gifts may no longer be appropriate or practical.

“Choosing a meaningful gift for someone living with dementia requires thoughtful consideration,” said Donald Smithburg, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association of New Mexico. “It’s important to consider the person’s cognitive abilities and select Read More

LANL Director To Host Year’s Final Virtual Public Town Hall

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Lab Director Tom Mason

LANL News:

          • All New Mexicans invited; no registration required

All employees, their families and community members across New Mexico are invited to tune in to Laboratory Director Thom Mason’s final virtual Town Hall of the year, 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, on Zoom.

Mason will recap 2025 activities, including significant mission-related accomplishments and notable community-focused initiatives. He will also provide a brief preview of the year ahead and discuss some of the main challenges and opportunities for the Laboratory in 2026. Mason will close with a public Read More

Sen. Leo Jaramillo Elected To Serve As West Region Chair For National Hispanic Caucus Of State Legislators

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Sen. Leo Jaramillo (D–Española), center, is elected to serve as the West Region Chair for the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators, during NHCSL’s National Summit Saturday in Oklahoma City. Courtesy photo

Sen. Leo Jaramillo, 4th from right, is sworn in Saturday as West Region Chair to represent and coordinate legislative leadership across 13 western states and territories, including New Mexico, Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Alaska, and Hawaii. Courtesy photo

STATE News:

New Mexico State Sen. Leo Jaramillo (D–Española) Read More

Create Eco-Friendly Ornaments And Cards At New Mexico History Museum In Santa Fe Sunday Dec. 7

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NMHM News:

The community is invited to join the New Mexico History Museum (NMHM) in Santa Fe for a festive and eco-friendly crafting experience this holiday season, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7.

The museum is turning nostalgia into art by providing materials to visitors to create one-of-a-kind cards and ornaments using vintage issues of New Mexico Magazine.

Whether a seasoned crafter or just looking for a cozy way to celebrate, this hands-on workshop invites everyone to snip, fold, and design decorations that capture the spirit of the Southwest.

All materials will be provided, and museum Read More