Los Alamos Farmers Market Selections For Aug. 14
New Mexico Opens $5 Million In Tech Grants
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Technology and Innovation Office has opened two new grants to support technology commercialization and entrepreneurship.
The $5 million initiative includes two funding opportunities:
Innovation Hubs Grant ($2.5 million available)
This program provides funding to develop, expand, or improve physical spaces that foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization, including shared workspaces, equipment and laboratories, and collaborative environments.
Entrepreneurship Programmatic Read More
NMED Issues Rule Banning Synthetic Hemp Manufacturing
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department this week issued an emergency rule banning the production of synthetic cannabinoids — man-made substances like Delta-8 THC — found in some hemp products sold in stores across the state.
These synthetic versions of THC, the primary intoxicating chemical found in cannabis, are often made using chemical processes that can pose serious health risks when inhaled or consumed. Health effects of these products include anxiety, confusion, seizures, trouble breathing, and even death.
The new rule blocks manufacturers from making intoxicating Read More
Heinrich, Campos Meet With Community Leaders To Discuss Economic Development Opportunities
Sen. Martin Heinrich joins New Mexico State Sen. Pete Campos and other community leaders Aug. 7 to discuss the local economy in Las Vegas, N.M. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Thursday, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, hosted a roundtable alongside New Mexico State Sen. Pete Campos and other community leaders to discuss economic development opportunities in Las Vegas.
The public officials and community leaders discussed the road to recovery from the Hermit’s Peak/ Calf Canyon Fire, support for small businesses and rural hospitals, Read More
New Mexico Press Association Meets In Los Alamos
Eleven members of the New Mexico Press Association (NMPA) Board of Directors gathered from across the state in person in Los Alamos and online July 25 for its third quarterly meeting. The meeting was held at the Los Alamos Research Park. Attending were Board President Carol A. Clark-Los Alamos Daily Post; First Vice President Frank Leto-El Rito Media; Second Vice President Patrick Dorsey-Santa Fe New Mexican; Secretary/Treasurer Nick Seibel-Silver City Daily Press/Deming Headlight; Past President Barbara Beck-Roswell Daily Record; Donn Friedman-Albuquerque Journal; Shane Atkinson-Taos Read More
New Community Café & Play Space Blooms In Los Alamos
COMMUNITY News:
A new kind of community gathering place has arrived in Los Alamos — Desert Bloom Play Café — combining a welcoming coffee shop atmosphere with a safe, engaging indoor play space for children.
Located at 147 Central Park Square, Desert Bloom Play Café is designed for everyone to enjoy — whether you’re a parent looking for a fun outing with the kids or simply someone who loves good coffee, ice cream, and a cozy place to relax. Guests are welcome anytime, no kids or play session required.
Everyone can sip locally roasted coffee, espresso drinks, Italian sodas or treat themselves to ice Read More
New Mexico Economic Development Department Names Leaders For State Technology And Innovation Office
Nora Meyers Sackett
EDD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has named Nora Meyers Sackett as director and Lindsay Humphries as associate director of its new Technology and Innovation Office (TIO), which launches with more than $90 million in state funding to support startups and emerging tech sectors.
“We are grateful to have a strong and experienced team leading this important work for New Mexico’s future,” EDD Cabinet Secretary Rob Black said. “Nora Meyers Sackett and Lindsay Humphries have the skills and dedication to help grow innovation and build a tech Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 11
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the County Projects page at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note that the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates
Construction crews with TLC Plumbing & Utility continue the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Read More
County Scam Alert: Fake Charity Golf Tournament Solicitations Targeting Local Area Businesses
COUNTY News:
Local golf professionals are warning businesses to be cautious of a scam involving fake charity golf tournaments.
A woman identifying herself as “Nayda” with Digital Fairways App has been contacting businesses, claiming to be organizing tournaments at courses such as Los Alamos Golf Course, Towa, Black Mesa, Santa Fe Country Club, and others, and seeking donations.
The most recent phone number used is (480) 576-6076, though it may vary.
The scammer is reportedly very convincing, often using real names of golf pros and course staff, along with fake tournament details to appear Read More
Leadership Los Alamos Alumni Invited To Meet At The Tub!
Leadership Los Alamos participants on the deck of the lodge at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area. Courtesy/LLA
LLA News:
Attention Alumni of the Best Classes EVER: Leadership Los Alamos (LLA) is inviting you to hang out with them from 5:30-7 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 20, at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op (The Tub), 163 Central Park Square.
No need to RSVP! Just show up in your class shirt and come ready to mingle with board members, alumni, and the next best class!
LLA hopes to see you there! Read More
