Balderas: From Violence To Hope … How Education And Storytelling Can Transform Española
By HECTOR BALDERAS
President
Northern New Mexico College
Former NM Attorney General
New Mexico is in crisis. A state of emergency has been declared in Rio Arriba County, where Española—home to Northern New Mexico College—faces daunting crime rates and some of the highest overdose deaths in the nation. Like every community in America, we also live under the shadow of horrific school and campus shootings that continue to devastate families. Parents everywhere are asking the same urgent question: How do we keep our children safe and give them hope?
At Northern, we believe the answer lies in education—and Read More
League Of Women Voters September Meeting To Feature Los Alamos Medical Center CEO Tracie Stratton
Tracie Stratton
COMMUNITY News:
This month’s League of Women Voters’ community event, Lunch with a Leader’, will feature Los Alamos Medical Center CEO Tracie Stratton. The meeting begins at noon on Sept. 18, at the Unitarian Church and is open to the public.
Stratton graduated from Casper College in Wyoming with an Associate’s degree in nursing. She completed her Master’s degree in Nursing Administration while working as the Chief Nursing Officer at Mountain View Hospital in Casper.
In 2012, Stratton and her family moved to Los Alamos, where she started her career with LifePoint Health as Read More
Village Arts Opens Beautiful New Exhibit: ‘Gray Matters’ … Invites Public To Cast Vote For Viewer’s Choice Award!
‘Charade’ by Rainy Ferrell is among the more than 50 pieces of art by nearly 30 artists who took on the challenge of creating work to fit the theme of ‘Gray Matters’. Courtesy/Village Arts
View of some of the more than 50 pieces of art by nearly 30 artists who took on the challenge of creating work to fit the theme of ‘Gray Matters’. Courtesy/Village Arts
ART News:
Fire up those synaptic connections and head over to Village Arts for an exhibit that enters the gray area with skill and delicacy. After a colorful summer, Village Arts is marking the change of seasons with a more nuanced show of more than 50 pieces Read More
Chamber: Meet & Greet With CDD Director Elias Isaacson
Elias Isaacson
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos County Chamber of Commerce will host a special Meet & Greet event to introduce the community to new County Community Development Director Elias Isaacson.
The event is 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, at the Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation Offices at 190 Central Park Square, behind the downtown post office.
This informal gathering will provide an excellent opportunity for local business owners and residents to meet Isaacson, learn about his vision for the future of Los Alamos, and ask questions.
“We are excited to welcome Eli to Read More
State Of New Mexico Seeks New Prescription Drug Vendors To Lower Costs For 168,000 Public Employees
NMHCA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority (NMHCA) has issued a request for proposals (RFPs) for pharmaceutical benefits management services that could lower prescription drug costs for more than 168,000 public employees and their families statewide, with proposals due Nov. 3.
“By joining with our IBAC partners, the State of New Mexico is leveraging its purchasing power to deliver pharmacy benefits that are transparent, affordable, and member-centered,” NMHCA Deputy Cabinet Secretary Alex Castillo Smith said. “Together, we are negotiating from a position of strength Read More
Last Call! Roasted Hatch Chiles At Los Alamos Co-op Market
Yum! Courtesy/Co+op Market
Los Alamos Co+op Market News:
Los Alamos Co+op Market is out of fresh roasted Hatch Chiles for the moment; however, they do still have a large supply of frozen chiles available for purchase.
The Co+op’s final delivery this season of fresh Hatch green chiles will arrive on Wednesday, Sept. 17.
The chile will be roasted daily until gone:
- Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.; and
- Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Meow Wolf To Host Cosmic Howl … The Ultimate Cross-Dimensional Halloween House Party Oct. 31
MEOW WOLF News:
SANTA FE — On Halloween night, surreal wonder and spooky-season shenanigans collide in the ultimate house party at Meow Wolf Santa Fe. At The Cosmic Howl House Party, House of Eternal Return descends into the underworld, pulsing with DJs spinning across every cosmic direction. Chills and thrills will abound on this fright night with more spooky energy than you can handle.
A costume contest with a twist: In-House Costumed Performers will haunt the dance floors and corridors, colliding with guests in a living, breathing masquerade. Think S&M with a Halloween flair—playful, Read More
UWNNM Opens Grant Portal For 2026 Funding Requests
UWNNM News:
United Way Northern New Mexico is thrilled to announce that our grant portal is now open for 2026 funding requests! We invite eligible 501(c)3 nonprofits serving residents in Los Alamos and/or Rio Arriba counties to apply for support that will help address critical needs within our communities.
Our mission is to uplift local nonprofits through strategic funding that targets the most pressing needs. We are eager to support programs and operations that make a tangible difference in our identified impact areas:
- Education/Youth Mentorship: Empowering young people to reach their
ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® On New Mexico Piñon Coffee As Official Coffee Sponsor
BALLOON FIESTA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, set to launch Oct. 4-12, 2025, is soaring to new heights with a new local partner. New Mexico Piñon Coffee is the official coffee sponsor for this year’s event, welcoming thousands of visitors to Albuquerque’s painted skies.
New Mexico Piñon Coffee, a staple in New Mexico since 1994, will warm guests with a variety of locally inspired flavors. Today, it is one of the largest roasters in New Mexico, capturing the essence of the Land of Enchantment with every product it releases. From its logo design Read More
