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Obituary: John FitzPatrick Aug. 28, 1946 – April 17, 2026

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John FitzPatrick Aug. 28, 1946 – April 17, 2026

John R. FitzPatrick passed away on April 17, 2026, following a brief illness. He was born in Reno, Nevada on August 28, 1946, and grew up in White Pine County, Nevada, in the mining towns of Ruth and Ely. The wide-open outdoor spaces of his childhood resonated with him his entire life.

John graduated from White Pine County High School and attended the University of Utah where he earned a BS in Chemistry. He served in the U.S. Army for 2 years before returning to the University of Utah to complete a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry. Later, while he was working at Read More

Honoring The Fallen This Memorial Day 2026

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Today marks Memorial Day, which honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images/history.com

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Today marks Memorial Day 2026, a federal holiday that celebrates and honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Observed every year on the last Monday of May, Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day in a nod to the tradition of placing flowers or other decorative displays at gravesites.

The origins of Memorial Day date back to the Civil War, which claimed the lives of some 620,000 Read More

Obituary: Stacy Sanchez Aug. 25, 1964 – May 22, 2026

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STACY D. SANCHEZ Aug. 25, 1964 – May 22, 2026

Stacy D. Sanchez went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2026. Born Aug. 25, 1964, in Los Alamos, NM, where he lived for over 30 years.

He is survived by his parents, Amadeo Sanchez Jr (Terry) and Nancy Smith (Don ), his sister Valerie (Mike), brother Jeffrey (Melissa), uncles Eddie and Dawson, and cousins Justin, Eric, Tim, Fred, and Donny.

He also leaves behind countless friends and church brethren.

Stacy ran a successful handyman business and was a master craftsman, praised by his clients for his quality work.

Stacy was especially known for his friendliness Read More

Daily Postcard: Tiny Calf Rests Near NM 4 At Dome Road

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Daily Postcard: A tiny calf at rest and alone in the world for a few minutes while its mom forages in the area Sunday within a mile of N.M. 4 at Dome Road. Photo by Jim Cobble 

Another view of a calf resting as its mom forages Sunday near N.M. 4 at Dome Road. Photo by Jim Cobble 

One more view of a calf resting as its mom forages Sunday near N.M. 4 at Dome Road. Photo by Jim Cobble Read More

New Mexico Grow Project Grant Awards Support Hands-On Agricultural Learning Across The State

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NMFLB News:

The New Mexico Grow Project Grant is a partnership between Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in New Mexico and New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom (NMAITC).

The program helps educators and students make meaningful connections to agriculture and natural resources through hands-on, standards-based learning experiences that build critical thinking and real-world problem-solving skills.

Grant recipients receive a fully assembled raised garden bed with drip irrigation, a classroom hydroponic system, growing supplies, specialized trainings, ongoing Read More

Scenes From Opening Of 2026 Summer Concert Series

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Country music duo Dejo Andersson and Christie George aka Downtown Avenue greet the crowd at the first concert of the 2026 Summer Concert Series Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Dejo Andersson and Christie George, aka Downtown Avenue, sign a cover of Little Big Town’s ‘Pontoon’ during the concert Friday night. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

The crowd is treated to free swag during the Friday summer concert at Ashley Pond Park, including beach balls. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos High School Jazz Band opens the first concert Read More

I-40 & NM 344 Roadway Rehabilitation Project Begins May 27

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NMDOT News:

EDGEWOOD — Travelers in Edgewood may experience traffic delays as a roadway rehabilitation project on the exit and entrance ramps from I-40 to N.M. 344 is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, May 27.

The project will include the milling and repaving of the existing roadway surface on both N.M. 344 and the entrance and exit ramps to and from I-40.

This structural pavement treatment involves removing the current asphalt layer and replacing it with new pavement to improve road conditions and extend roadway life.

Construction will take place from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, and Read More

Posts From The Road: Hell’s Half Acre In Wyoming

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Hell’s Half Acre: Hell’s Half Acre is an area in Natrona County, Wyo., about 40 miles west of Casper. The unique and barren landscape offers visitors a chance to view the works of nature over millions of years. The red, white, and amber stripes in the formations reveal various layers of soil and rocks in the area. By Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Barren Land: Most of the landscape at Hell’s Half Acre is barren soil and rock formations. Grasses and some vegetation dot the sparse landscape, but the geological formations are the point of interest when viewing the area. By Gary Warren/ladailypost.com Read More

Legislative Education Study Committee To Meet May 27-29

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LESC News:

SANTA FE — The Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) will meet May 27-29 in Raton. The three-day meeting will convene lawmakers and state education officials to discuss ongoing public education initiatives and legislative priorities.

Day 1 – May 27, 2026

  • LESC will begin its May hearings with a community welcome from Superintendent Kristie Medina of Raton Municipal Schools. The committee will also hear presentations on artificial intelligence in public education and implications for New Mexico, a panel of local superintendents discussing current initiatives and priorities,
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New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau Awards 2026 Memorial Scholarships To Three Students Demonstrating Excellence

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NMFLB News:

The New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau (NMFLB) has awarded its 2026 Memorial Scholarships to three outstanding New Mexico students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, agricultural involvement, and community service.

Recipients include Wyatt Curry of Roswell, Alison Poling of Des Moines, and Denny Turner of Texico.

Wyatt Curry of Roswell will graduate from Goddard High School in May 2026 while simultaneously earning an Associate’s Degree in University Studies from Eastern New Mexico University. He earned Dean’s List honors during Fall 2024, Read More