United Way Of Northern New Mexico Elects New Officers
UWNNM Board of Directors elected new officers, from right, Chair Michelle Wilde, owner of Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute; Vice Chair Mike Holtzclaw, UNM-LA Chancellor (attending meeting via Zoom); and Treasurer Lori Baca, Northern New Mexico College Business Administration Chair. Not pictured, Secretary Sandy Jones, Chamber of Commerce Director. The officers begin their new roles Jan. 1, 2025. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
UWNNM News:
The United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) Board of Directors elected new officers during its Dec. 19 hybrid meeting held in the conference Read More
C’YA To Offer Free Suicide Prevention Training Jan. 4
C’YA News:
Champions of Youth Ambitions, C’YA, sponsored by 100 Men Who Care, will offer a free Suicide Prevention training. The class will be held 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 at the White Rock Branch Library.
The class will provide instruction on how to recognize signs of someone struggling and ways to offer them hope.
Each class provides a list of local and state resources and an informative booklet. The class is for adults and available to the first 35 people.
Reserve a spot by calling or texting 505.695.9139 or email cya.org@att.net. Read More
Los Alamos High School Key Club Members Spread Holiday Joy At CYFD’s 2024 Foster Children Christmas Party
Deborah Brug, Jonathon Chen, Rafaela Rocha, and Lucia Rudin prepare to load the school Suburban with cotton candy machinery. Jonathon Chen and Deborah Brug spin cotton candy for guests. Photo by Morrie Pongratz
Jonathon Chen and Deborah Brug spin cotton candy for guests. Photo by Morrie Pongratz
Kiwanis Key Club News:
What does a Los Alamos High School (LAHS) student do after finishing final exams? For five Key Clubbers, the answer was simple – help bring holiday cheer to foster children.
Last Friday, Key Club members volunteered at the Foster Children Christmas Party hosted by the Read More
PEEC Invites Girl Scouts To Join Space Science Programs
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites Girl Scouts to join two exciting space-themed programs this January at Los Alamos Nature Center.
Brownies can earn their Space Science Adventurer badge Jan 19, exploring the solar system and stargazing indoors.
Jan. 26, Junior Girl Scouts will earn their Space Science Investigator badge, with activities like using a solar telescope and enjoying a planetarium show. Both programs promise hands-on experiences that will inspire young minds to reach for the stars!
Event Details:
- Brownie Scouts – Space Science Adventurer
Barranca Elementary School Pajama Drive A Huge Success!
Barranca Mesa Elementary School held its Annual Scholastic Pajama Drive. Students and families donated new pajamas to children in need in northern New Mexico. This year, Barranca Mesa Elementary School students surpassed their goal and collected 301 pairs of children’s pajamas. For every pair of pajamas donated, Scholastic donates a new book. Barranca Mesa Elementary School’s students enjoyed spreading warmth and sharing the gift of a book this holiday season! Photo by Christa Saenz Read More
Los Alamos County Dept. Of Public Utilities To Participate In Peer-Learning Cohort To Prepare For Microgrids
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will participate in a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Clean Energy to Communities (C2C) peer-learning cohort to support grid modernization and resiliency within the Los Alamos County electric production and distribution systems.
Over 6 months, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and World Resources Institute (WRI) will convene 37 entities across 23 states and Tribal entities in three separate peer-learning cohorts to learn from each other and energy experts about best practices for addressing common Read More
LANL, U-M To Develop Michigan-Based AI Research Center
University of Michigan, LANL to jointly develop Michigan-based AI research center. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
The University of Michigan (U-M) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) plan to develop a state-of-the-art facility for high-performance computing and AI research that will enhance and strengthen the university’s research capabilities in science, energy and national security and create new jobs in southeast Michigan.
The effort, part of a new partnership agreement, builds on a recently established research collaboration between the two institutions. Under the expanded Read More
Chamber: Rural Business Development Grants Open
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce would like to meet with anyone in the community planning a redevelopment project that will result in helping or creating multiple businesses and/or jobs.
Below is a grant that could possibly be applied for:
Rural Business Development Grants
Application Window:
Open
Program Application Period:
Complete applications may be submitted in paper or electronic format and must be received by 4:30 p.m. local time on February 28, 2025, in the USDA RD State Office for the State where the project is located.
What does this program do?
The purpose of the program Read More
Atomics Wins Y League In Exciting Final Seconds Of Play
The Atomics Basketball Team comprised of 5th and 6th grade athletes from throughout Los Alamos Public Schools won the YMCA League by a score of 25-24 in an exciting game played Friday that came down to the final seconds. Back row from left, Coach Victor Sandoval, Vaha Funaki, Zach Schroeder, David Robel, Nejan Liyanage, Glenn Lopez, Coach Sarah Work and Coach Rachel Schroder. Front row from left, Serenity Pham, Paul Work and James Miller. Courtesy photo Read More
Raffin: Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Dr. Celeste Raffin
Member
Los Alamos Health Council
Mr. X was a 50 something white male who worked for a prominent firm in a large Intermountain West city. He lived in an elegant old home in a very tony neighborhood.
One January morning, he came to work and told his secretary that he wasn’t feeling well. He complained of a headache, nausea, feeling dizzy and spacy. She urged him to call his doctor but by the end of the day he felt much better so he went home.
For several days, he would come to work feeling poorly but then normal by the end of the day. He thought he was fighting off a flu bug. One morning he did not Read More
2025 Resolution: Upskill With A Certificate From UNM-LA
View on the University of New Mexico–Los Alamos campus at 4000 University Drive. Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) is offering certificate programs to members of the community.
Certificates include:
- Python Programming Certificate;
- Broadband-5G Certificate;
- IT and Cybersecurity Certificates;
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate; and
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.
Scholarships for all certificates are available for a limited time.
The Python Programming Certificate – is a 12-week online program, which runs 12-3:20 p.m. Fridays, Read More
LANL Foundation Vice President For Early Childhood Education Anna Marie Garcia To Retire At Year’s End
The LANL Foundation’s Early Childhood Team at the Early Childhood Celebrating Resilience Convening hosted in September at Buffalo Thunder. From left, Jessica Acosta, Anna Marie Garcia, RJ Martinez, Jovanna Archuleta and Jessica Manzanares. Courtesy/LANLF
LANL Foundation News:
ESPAÑOLA – After 14 years of exemplary service, Anna Marie Garcia, Vice President of Early Childhood Education at the LANL Foundation, will retire at the end of 2024. Her tenure has been marked by transformative leadership, unwavering commitment, and a deep dedication to improving the lives of young children, Read More
Public Education Dept. Releases Strategic Plan For Success
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — Thursday, the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) released its Strategic Plan for Success, representing the agency’s collective commitment to providing a high-quality, equitable education to every student in New Mexico.
“The Strategic Plan for Success will serve as a clear roadmap to improved outcomes for New Mexico’s students,” Public Education Secretary-Designate Mariana D. Padilla said. “Internally, the plan will be used to ensure all of our decision-making is aligned with the goals and vision we’ve set out for the state’s public education Read More
Chamber Of Commerce Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Bilingual Montessori School In Los Alamos
Participating in the ribbon cutting ceremony Dec. 10 from left, White Rock BMS Director Dora Gonzalez, Chamber Director Sandy Jones, Los Alamos BMS Director Rebekah Seitz, Los Alamos BMS Assistant Director Anna Kaiser and Chamber Member Services Manager Megan Bucklin. Courtesy/Chamber
View inside the newly opened Bilingual Montessori School at 3500 Trinity Drive. Courtesy/Chamber
View inside the newly opened Bilingual Montessori School at 3500 Trinity Drive. Courtesy/Chamber
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Chamber Of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony Dec. 10 for the Bilingual Read More
Los Alamos Contractors Meeting Moved To January 2025
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has rescheduled the Contractors Meeting originally set in November for 1-3 p.m. Jan. 17, 2025, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to contractors, architects, engineers and other professionals involved in building and construction.
The meeting, titled “Code Compliances Mastery: Tips & Tools for Contractors” will cover key topics such as a review of Los Alamos County’s codes, tips on how to pass inspections, when design professional stamps are required, in addition to insulation tips to meet code requirements. Read More
LANL Foundation Announces Legislative Priorities For 2025
LANL Foundation News:
ESPAÑOLA – The LANL Foundation is excited to announce its policy and funding priorities for the upcoming 2025 regular legislative session, with a focus on key issues impacting education in Northern New Mexico and statewide. These priorities center on systemic, evidence-based improvements to public education that address the findings of the Martinez/Yazzie lawsuit, amplify diverse community voices and contribute to a strong, inclusive New Mexico economy.
“The LANL Foundation is excited to lean into the upcoming 60-day session to advocate for meaningful legislation Read More
Los Alamos High School DECA, LAMS & NJROTC Students Collect 500+ Pairs Of Socks For Area Homeless Shelters
Los Alamos High School DECA and NJROTC students with more than 500 pairs of socks their organizations collected for area homeless shelters. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos High School DECA sock drive generated donations of more than 500 pairs of socks for area homeless shelters. The socks will be distributed to shelters in Española and Santa Fe during the next month.
The total number of socks collected this year is more than double the number collected in the 2023 sock drive. This year, in addition to continuing the partnership with Los Alamos Middle School, the DECA team partnered with Read More
Community Invited To Los Alamos Middle School PTO & Papa Murphy’s Pizza Fundraiser Wednesday Dec. 18
Community News:
The community is encouraged to participate in the Los Alamos Middle School (LAMS) PTO & Papa Murphy’s Pizza Fundraiser.
Cooking can be a drag so save some time and help the school by ordering pizza Wednesday, Dec. 18 from Papa Murphy’s.
All day Papa Murphy’s will donate a portion of their proceeds to the LAMS PTO.
Papa Murphy’s is at 3801 Arkansas Ave. Suite B, 505.661.7171.
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Los Alamos High School Graduate Evelyn Lee Inaugurated As American Institute Of Architects 2025 President
LAHS graduate Evelyn Lee was inaugurated as the 101st American Institute of Architects (AIA) president at a ceremony Dec. 13, 2024 in Washington, D.C. AIA is comprised of some 100,000 members. Courtesy/Stacy Moses Photography
American Institute of Architects News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has announced the inauguration of Evelyn M. Lee, FAIA, as its 101st president.
Lee, a 1997 graduate of Los Alamos High School, is a multi-faceted professional who uniquely blends her architectural background with a technology-driven focus. As an architect now Read More
Steel Structures Up, Crane Moved Off Site At Chamisa
The structural steel work is erected and large crane disassembled and moved off site Friday at the Chamisa Elementary School project under construction on Meadow Lane in White Rock. Jaynes Construction is working on the project, which began in March and is slated for completion by August 2025. This 53,225-square-foot building will include classrooms, a library, staff space, warming- kitchen, gymnasium and stage. The site will include new, separate playgrounds for Pre-K/Kindergarten and 1st through 5th graders including basketball courts, a turf athletic field and an outdoor learning Read More
