Maria’s New Mexican Kitchen Hosts Tequila Tasting
Tequila samples and appetizers. Photo by Becky Rutherford
By Becky Rutherford
Los Alamos
I bet you all had no idea I’m not just a cybersecurity pro … I’m also a cocktail expert! Yes it’s true, and one of my favorites has always been Maria’s NM Kitchen in Santa Fe.
I’ve based my margarita recipe off theirs for years. Well known for New Mexico classics like enchiladas, and famous for their margaritas, Maria’s has been serving up food and drinks since 1950.
On Wednesday, Dec. 12, Maria’s hosted its first ever tequila tasting, featuring Patron tequilas and an assortment of appetizers.
Bar Manager Read More
New Mexico Oil Conservation Division Releases RFP Soliciting Technical & Legal Support To Prepare Class VI Primacy Application To EPA

EMNRD Deputy Secretary Dylan Fuge
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — The Oil Conservation Division (OCD) of the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) is preparing a Class VI Primacy Application package for submission to the United State Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) Underground Injection Control (UIC) Program.
Under the UIC program, the EPA regulates the underground injection of everything from municipal waste to oil field waste, hazardous waste and CO2. Depending on the type of material being injected, the EPA requires Read More
New Mexico Aging And Long-Term Services Announces Laura Hopkins As Policy Advisory Committee Member
ALTSD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) has announced the appointment of Laura Hopkins as a new member of the ALTSD Policy Advisory Committee (PAC).
Hopkins, a seasoned professional with a rich background in public service, is set to contribute her extensive expertise to advance the department’s mission of providing high-quality care and services for New Mexico’s aging population.
Hopkins is a 3rd generation American and grew up in a multi-generational family, which ignited her compassion for and interest in working with older
Los Alamos Tops List Of Places In New Mexico Where Wealth Has Increased Most Over Last 10 Years
SmartAsset News:
A new study from SmartAsset analyzes the places in New Mexico which have experienced the most wealth generation over the last 10 years, and Los Alamos County tops the list.
The study measured the increase in median income, investment income and home value growth in each county to find the places where wealth has increased the most.
For a closer look at the top counties in New Mexico, check out the table below:
| Rank | County, State | Median Home Value Raw Growth | Median Income Raw Growth | Investment Income Raw Growth | Wealth Index Growth Index |
| 1 | Los Alamos County, |
Daily Postcard: Early Evening View From Entrada Park
Daily Postcard: The view early Friday evening looking between the New Mexico Consortium, left, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Entrada Park near the entrance to town. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Catch Of The Week: Fake WordPress Security Advisory Scam
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
If you’re a blogger, chances are you have used WordPress as a platform. It’s one of the biggest blogger platforms out there. If and when I start my blog about cats, cocktails and cybersecurity, I’ll probably even end up using it.
That said, WordPress is notoriously not so great from a security perspective. Outdated software, plugins and themes are one of the bigger contributors to this issue.
For the casual user, keeping everything up to date in WordPress can be challenging, but without these updates there can be some serious security issues. Read More
Jemez Mountain Brewhouse Awarded RDC Funding
Jemez Mountain Brewhouse has received funding from the Regional Development Corporation to update their appetizer menu and will be brewing beer on-site very soon. Courtesy/Chamber
Jemez Mountain Brewhouse is updating their appetizer menu. Courtesy/Chamber
CHAMBER News:
Jemez Mountain Brewhouse (JMB) has announced that it has received funding from the Regional Development Corporation (RDC). They also are updating their appetizer menu and will be brewing beer on-site very soon.
JMB said it is grateful to have received a TEAM Fund loan from the RDC to specifically acquire its new brew Read More
Scenes From Holiday Farmers Market In Fuller Lodge
Scene from the Holiday Farmers Market held Thursday in Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/LACDC
Scene from the Holiday Farmers Market held Thursday in Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/LACDC
Scene from the Holiday Farmers Market held Thursday in Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/LACDC
Scene from the Holiday Farmers Market held Thursday in Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/Farmers Market FB Page
Scene from the Holiday Farmers Market held Thursday in Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/Farmers Market FB Page
Scene from the Holiday Farmers Market held Thursday in Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/Farmers Market FB Page
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Santa Fe National Forest Offices To Close For Holidays
SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas Day and resume regular business hours Tuesday, Dec. 26.
All SFNF Offices will also close Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in observance of New Year’s Day and resume regular business hours Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024.
If visiting the SFNF during the holidays, remember to recreate responsibly. Check the weather forecast and be prepared for winter conditions. Use good judgment and basic safety precautions when hiking, fishing, camping or hunting on the SFNF. Whether you are just out for the Read More
Scenes From UbiQD’s Christmas Party At Fuller Lodge
Scene of jokes and laughter at UbiQD’s annual Christmas party Wednesday evening at Fuller Lodge. UbiQD is an advanced materials company powering product innovations in agriculture, clean energy, and security. Its quantum dots enable industry leaders to harness the power of light and its first product, UbiGro®, is a layer of light that helps plants get more from the sun. To learn more, visit ubiqd.com. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
UbiQD Founder and CEO Hunter McDaniel speaking to the team Wednesday evening during his company’s annual holiday party at Fuller Lodge. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More




































