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United Way Northern New Mexico Announces New Executive Director Donna Milanovich

Retiring UWNNM Executive Director Cindy Padilla, left, and incoming Executive Director Donna Milanovich, who has served as the organization’s Director of Corporate & Community Engagement for the last three years, pose for a photo at the annual Appreciation Dinner on May 14 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

A crowd gathers for the 2026 Donor Appreciation Dinner held on May 14 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Aamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

The United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) Board of Directors has Read More

Laboratory Retiree Group Held Annual Meeting At BESC

A scene from a recent gathering of the Laboratory Retiree Group (LRG). The group held its annual meeting on Friday at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. The LRG is a non-profit organization that seeks to maintain communications with and to serve the needs and interests of all retirees from LANL. All Los Alamos National Laboratory retirees (and potential retirees) are invited to drop in at the group’s meetings, between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month, typically held at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Drive. LRG pays for coffee and tea, and attendees pay for their breakfast
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Regional Chambers Of Commerce Host Networking Event

Los Alamos, Española and Santa Fe Chambers of Commerce hosted a tri-chamber regional networking breakfast Thursday morning at the Cities Of Gold Casino. Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Director Sandy Jones said she believes this is the first meeting all three chambers have hosted. The purpose of the breakfast is for nonprofits, businesses, and government officials to network and, hopefully, expand their businesses and contacts, she said. Jones added that it has been a great experience working with the other chamber directors. ‘We collaborate well … the three of us work well Read More

County Golf Course Restaurant Prepares To Open

Los Alamos County Golf Course restaurant prepares to open following maintenance completion. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Maintenance and repair work at the Los Alamos County Golf Course building has been completed, marking a significant step toward reopening the restaurant to the public.

The restaurant is expected to begin operations on June 1, 2026; however, this date remains contingent upon final inspections and permits.

In preparation for the transition, several updates are being completed within the restaurant space, including new paint and flooring. These improvements are part Read More

Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge Sunday

Sheriff’s Posse News:

The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast this Sunday, May 3.

The breakfast is served 7-11 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 North Mesa Road, near the North Mesa Stables.

The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes:

  • Pancakes – Banana, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip and Plain;
  • Scrambled eggs;
  • Sausage;
  • Bacon; and
  • Coffee, Tea and Orange Juice.

The price for adults is $10, children 4-10 years of age $5 and those 0-3 are free.

Proceeds this month go to benefit the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Read More

Laboratory Retiree Group First Tuesday Breakfast May 5

LRG News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory retirees (and potential retirees) are invited to drop in at the LRG monthly breakfast social, between the hours of 8:30 and 10:30 a.m., Tuesday May 5 at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Dr. Come hang out and join the conversation with other Lab retirees.

LRG will pay for your coffee and tea! Individuals will pay for their breakfast and other drinks.

LRG is a non-profit organization that seeks to maintain communications with and to serve the needs and interests of all retirees from LANL. All laboratory retirees may join LRG.

Contact sgirard@losalamos.com or Read More

Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta Celebrates 35 Years

2025 Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta. Photo ©GMarks

SF Wine & Chile Fiesta News:

SANTA FE — The Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta celebrates its 35th anniversary this year marking more than three decades of bringing together world-class wine, exceptional cuisine, and a deeply rooted commitment to community. The 35th edition of the Fiesta takes place Sept. 23-27, 2026 with multiple celebration moments planned.

The Fiesta has become a signature expression of Santa Fe’s culinary identity and uniquely focuses on New Mexico’s defining ingredient: chiles. Celebrating the pairing of chile-driven Read More

Papa Murphy’s Fundraiser For LAMS PTO Is Wednesday

LAMS News:

Skip the Cooking – Support LAMS! 

Take a break from the kitchen and help support Los Alamos Middle School (LAMS) by ordering from Papa Murphy’s on Wednesday, April 22.

All day long, Papa Murphy’s will donate a portion of their proceeds to the LAMS PTO.

Enjoy a delicious meal and make a difference — it’s a win-win! Read More

Military Order Of The World Wars To Meet April 21

Rep. Christine Chandler

MOWW News:

The Military Order Of The World Wars (MOWW) will meet on Tuesday, April 21, and feature a 2026 Legislative Session Update from Rep. Christine Chandler.

Rep. Chandler serves as State Representative for New Mexico House District 43, Los Alamos, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties. She was first elected in 2018 and now serves as chair of the influential House Judiciary Committee and as a member of the House Taxation & Revenue Committee. During the interim, Rep. Chandler chairs the Courts, Correction & Justice Committee and is a member of the Revenue Stabilization Read More