New Mexico History Museum Screens Student-Produced Documentaries Touching On Themes Connected To America’s 250th July 10
NMDCA News:
The New Mexico History Museum is hosting a screening of documentaries created by eight National History Day students in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Visitors can watch eight short documentaries 4:30–6:45 p.m., Friday, July 10, created by students from sixth to eleventh grades, that explore themes of freedom, democracy, revolution, reaction, and reform, offering insight into how today’s young people interpret the ideals and legacy of America’s founding documents.
After the screening, six of the students will give a talk Read More
Fr. Glenn: What Next?
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Quite the celebrations of the 250th of the U.S. this year, no? Maybe you saw videos of the celebrations in New York, Washington, Mt. Rushmore … and even Japan!
Despite the naysayers and the often bitterness of critics, it’s remarkable what has been accomplished in a mere 250 years. When one considers the many centuries that empires of the past took to build, such a short time of growth is a comparative blink of the eye. And our form of government—of course imperfect as are all others, and yet so successful—has been imitated to various degrees throughout the world. And despite the Read More
Video: Chair Ryti Discusses Tuesday Council Meeting
Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti discusses Tuesday’s council meeting during visit to Los Alamos Daily Post newsroom. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
DEA Files Intent To Temporarily Place 7-OH And Three Related Substances Into Schedule I Of Controlled Substances Act To Protect Public Safety
DEA Administrator Terrance Cole
DEA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration filed its intent July 1 to temporarily place 7-hydroxymitagynine (7-OH) and three related substances into Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). Prior to DEA issuing this notice, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) confirmed synthetic 7-OH, and the three related substances have no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse.
Two Notices of Intent (NOI) were sent to the Federal Register on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. One NOI addresses 7-OH above a specified Read More
Moving Arts Presents Multigenerational Performance Honoring Acequias Of New Mexico
Moving Arts News:
ESPANOLA — El Agua es Vida (Water is Life) is an evening of theater, dance, live music, and visual art created and performed by Moving Arts students and a cast of intergenerational performers in partnership with the New Mexico Acequia Association. Centered on water as a living thread through New Mexican land, culture, and community, the performance honors the generations who have fought to protect it. Through their work, these young artists bring New Mexico’s acequia traditions to the Lensic stage.
More than a performance, this event is an opportunity for young people to connect Read More
Community Invited To Tour County Water Systems Tour
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to take a tour provided by Los Alamos County on Friday, July 10 to learn all about how water makes the journey to local faucets.
The tour runs from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., starting at the Water Production Division office at the Pajarito Cliffs Site that includes a visit to the water system control room for an overview of SCADA and seeing remote monitoring of a very large system in real time.
Next, the tour travels to the Guaje Well Field in Rendija Canyon where participants will step inside a well house and its neighboring booster station to learn how water is taken from Read More
Lads And Lasses Of Enchantment Serenade County Council
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of independence of the United States, the Lads and Lasses of Enchantment serenaded Los Alamos County Council, County staff and members of the public with its rendition of ‘America the Beautiful’. The performance kicked off Tuesday’s regular council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Lads and Lasses of Enchantment perform ‘America the Beautiful’ during the County Council meeting Tuesday in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
All Shall Be Well: Let Freedom And Kindness Ripple On
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Deacon Amy Schmuck
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
For several months, thanks to a member at our congregation, Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, I and my ministry colleague have worn a colorful button on our vestments during worship that reads, “Make America Kind Again”. The response was positive, and so that congregation member bought MANY buttons for others to also wear or hand out. My husband has made it a habit to wear one on his bag, and Read More
Daily Postcard: Bear Cub Sleeps Draped Over Tree Branch
Daily Postcard: Apparently exhausted from a morning of exploring around Barranca Mesa on Saturday, a bear cub climbed a Ponderosa and fell sound asleep draped over a branch. Mama bear soon climbed up right below it. Photo by Jonathan Dowell, Ph.D. Follow Dowell on Instagram @SnowyEgretPhotography
Another view of a bear cub sleeping on the branch of a Ponderosa Saturday on Barranca Mesa. Photo by Jonathan Dowell, Ph.D. Follow Dowell on Instagram @SnowyEgretPhotography. Read More
New Mexico Historic Preservation Division To Host Flood Adaptation Workshop July 16
NMDCA News:
In coordination with a pair of federal agencies, the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division (NMHPD) will sponsor an in-person workshop on flood adaptation for historic buildings in Ruidoso.
The authors of the Department of Interior’s Guidelines on Flood Adaptation for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings, which takes an in-depth look at preservation guidance specific to historic properties at risk of flooding, will lead this all-day workshop.
This will be a full day of in-person sessions, with snacks and lunch provided. Participants will receive a copy of the Guidelines Read More
Love Of Country Blankets The Rock In White Rock
A love of country blankets the large rock at the corner of N.M. 4 and Rover Boulevard today in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Sen. Crystal Brantley Elected Chair Of New Mexico Senate Republican Caucus
Sen. Crystal Brantley
NMHR News:
SANTA FE — Members of the New Mexico Senate Republican Caucus have voted to elect Sen. Crystal Brantley (R-Elephant Butte) to serve as Caucus Chair, replacing Sen. David Gallegos (R-Eunice) who just became the Republican nominee to serve as New Mexico’s next Lieutenant Governor.
By stepping down as caucus chair, Sen. Gallegos will be better able to balance his legislative duties with the demands of his statewide campaign. The caucus appreciates Sen. Gallegos’s contributions while serving as Caucus Chair and is pleased he will continue serving the people Read More
Final McCauley Springs Fire Update: July 4, 2026
Communities in the McCauley Springs Fire area express their gratitude to firefighters. Courtesy photo
USFS News:
Crews are nearing completion of suppression repair activities on the McCauley Springs Fire. Southwest Area Team 3 is preparing to transition command of the fire area back to a local organization. Resources will remain in place and available to respond to any new starts throughout the holiday.
This will be the last update from Southwest Complex Incident Management Team 3. Unless there is any significant change, there will not be another update until the fire is fully contained. Read More
New Mexico Small Businesses Challenge Sweeping Labeling Regulation
NFIB News:
SANTA FE — NFIB (National Federation of Independent Business) joined a coalition of business organizations in filing a lawsuit at the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico challenging a new regulation from the New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board (EIB) requiring small business manufacturers to label products containing poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Although PFAS is a catchall term used to describe more than 14,000 substances with varying chemical properties, this sweeping mandate will apply to nearly all products with ingredients that fall under Read More
County Council Proclaims July Park And Recreation Month
County Councilor David Reagor, center, presents a proclamation on behalf of the Council designating July ‘Park and Recreation Month’ in Los Alamos County to, from left, County Library Manager Gwen Kalavaza, Senior Management Analyst Linda Lindstrom, Recreation Superintendent Katherine Hudspeth, Parks Superintendent Wendy Parker, Assistant Parks Superintendent Emmanuel Abetya and Senior Management Analyst Chelsea Ashcraft during Tuesday’s County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed July “Park and Recreation Read More
Obituary: Casey Scott Luster Aug. 12, 1993 – June 29, 2026
CASEY SCOTT LUSTER Aug. 12, 1993 – June 29, 2026
Casey Scott Luster, lovingly known by many as Casey Mac, Case, Macster, Casey Babe, and even Lacey, passed away on June 29, 2026, at the age of 32. He was born on August 12, 1993, in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Casey is survived by his beloved wife, Alyssa Luster; his cherished daughter, Kyler Luster; his parents, Kris and Mary Luster; his siblings, Charlie (Shy), Kristopher (Shelyse), Becca (Matt), and Savana; and his nieces and nephew, Shelby, Aria, Hendrix, Anna, Ivy, and Ava. He also leaves behind countless extended family members and friends who were Read More
Patriotic Spirit On Display Today In White Rock!
Patriotic Spirit is on display today along Grand Canyon Drive in White Rock. Photo by Shari Mills Read More
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Happy Independence Day 2026 Celebrating 250 Years!
Fireworks explode in the sky celebrating a previous Fourth of July event. Fireworks are banned this year due to dry conditions throughout the area. Courtesy/Farmer’s Almanac
From The Old Farmer’s Almanac:
Editor’s Note: Today the United States is officially celebrating its semiquincentennial—marking exactly 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. This once-in-a-generation milestone spans a year-long nationwide celebration highlighting the nation’s history, cultural contributions, and future.
On the Fourth of July, the United States observes Read More
County Parks & Rec Board To Meet Thursday July 9
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9, in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public in person and on Zoom.
The following link and/or telephone call in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84296000599
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AGENDA
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