2024 New Mexico Sports Hall Of Fame Welcomes Former ENMU Greyhounds Steve Loy And Michael Sinclair
NMSHF News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame announced Friday, Dec. 6, that it will release a series of press releases over the coming weeks highlighting the distinguished individuals selected for its 2024 Hall of Fame Class.
This is the second announcement of three, concluding Dec. 20, with each announcement featuring a detailed profile of two newly inducted members.
The second in the series of press releases welcomes former Eastern New Mexico University Greyhounds Steve Loy and Michael Sinclair.
Steve Loy – Loy, a 1970 Sandia High School Graduate, was a two-year letterman Read More
Duplicate Bridge In Los Alamos: Dec: 2, 2024
BRIDGE News:
During the charity game played on Wednesday, Dec. 2, this was Board #4.
Before reviewing the bidding and play, try to visualize how the bidding might proceed, and then how the hand should be played.
Board 4: West was the dealer; Both sides were vulnerable.
Dealer is West and passes. North has a powerhouse and should bid 2NT, showing a balanced hand and 20-21 high card points (HCP). South has a choice. A 4NT bid would be quantitative and asks partner to bid slam with a good maximum. North should gladly accept and bid 6NT. Some Souths might bid 6NT directly because of the good Read More
STEMarts Lab Invites Los Alamos Students To Participate In Google’s Free Creative Coding Workshop In Taos
Los Alamos students are invited to submit an application, due by Dec. 19, 2024, to participate in the Google Creative Coding course in Taos. Courtesy/STEMarts Lab
STEMarts Lab News:
TAOS – STEMarts Lab has announced that it has been awarded a prestigious grant and designation as a Google Code Next Affiliate for the next three years.
This honor underscores STEMarts Lab’s commitment to providing equitable and innovative STEAM education by integrating art, science, and technology to inspire the next generation of creative thinkers.
As part of this partnership, STEMarts Lab is launching an Read More
Los Alamos Duplicate Bridge Club: Dec. 11, 2024
BRIDGE News:
There were seven tables in play at the Wednesday, Dec. 11 game, the most well attended game in several years!
During that pair game, this was Board #8. Before reviewing the bidding and play, try to visualize how the bidding might proceed, and then how the hand should be played.
Board 8: West was the dealer; Nobody was vulnerable.
Dealer is West and passes. North has a minimum 1♦ opening bid. After East passes, South has a hand that can probably make a slam, but starts slowly by bidding 1♥. Partner cannot pass this, as the 1♥ bid is forcing. South’s hand at this point is of unlimited strength. Read More
Catch Of The Week: Sketchy Facebook Ads
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
Sometimes it seems like I see more ads than posts from my actual friends on Facebook. And god forbid I accidentally linger on any one ad too long, guarantee you I will see nothing but ads for that kind of thing for the next week straight (let’s not talk about that charcuterie board ad).
But did you know that some ads are not just annoying, but straight up scams that can steal your money or personal info, or maybe even infect your computer with a virus? Best thing you can do is ignore them!
I got an ad for this, looks kind of fun right, but doesn’t something Read More
Winter Feeding And Survival Strategies Of Mule Deer
Avoid the inclination to feed mule deer during the winter months as doing so can lead to disease transmission, predation and other negative effects. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
- Winter Feeding Of Mule Deer Can Lead To Disease Transmission, Predation, Other Negative Effects
Human compassion makes people want to help mule deer with winter-feeding programs. Winter feeding of mule deer creates artificially high concentrations of animals, leading to increased risks, including disease transmission and predation. Human disturbance can reduce a mule deer’s body condition and increase their Read More
Valencia Jaguars Outplay Toppers At Home
NJROTCs present the colors during the National Anthem. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
The Gold Cheer Team fires up the crowd before the game. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Zachary Mauro takes the tipoff to start the game. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers Boys Varsity Basketball Team hosted the Valencia Jaguars Thursday night at Griffith Gymnasium.
The Toppers kept the game close for all four quarters but the Jaguars proved to be a strong competitor, winning the matchup 41-30.
Lan Frazier makes a 2 point layup. Photo Read More
LAHS Students Participate In DECA Competition … Results Will Determine Who Advances To National Conference
LAHS DECA students participating this week in the New Mexico DECA District 1 Competition. Courtesy/LAHS
LAHS News:
Thirty-six Los Alamos High School (LAHS) DECA students participated this week in the New Mexico DECA District 1 Competition. This is the first phase of NMAA sponsored DECA competitive events that culminate in students qualifying to attend in April 2025 the national DECA conference.
The district competition includes DECA students from 14 high schools in Northern New Mexico. Students performing well in the district competition advance to the state competition, held in Albuquerque Read More
Historic Santa Fe Foundation To Present 2025 Innovative Educators Forum: Bridging History & STEM Feb. 26
Presentation, discussion and dinner for 7th grade teachers in Santa Fe County, 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, at El Zaguán, 545 Canyon Road. Courtesy/HSFF
HSFF News:
Historic Santa Fe Foundation (HSFF) invites 7th grade teachers in Santa Fe County to join them at their inaugural Innovative Educators Forum: Bridging History and STEM. This event aims to develop programming which explores the rich cultural and architectural heritage of Canyon Road through an integrated curriculum spanning multiple subjects.
HSFFs goal is to create an engaging field trip program that seamlessly blends Read More
Santa Fe Community College Accepting Applications For Free Environmental Technician Training
Participants in an EPA job training exercise. Courtesy/SFCC
Participants in an EPA job training exercise. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
SANTA FE – Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is accepting applications for its free Environmental Technician training program, which provides the training, skills and certifications necessary to enter a wide range of job opportunities in the environmental profession.
Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2025. The free training runs 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, April 7 through May 8 at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Read More
Santa Fe Opera Names 39 Members Of Its Apprentice Program For Singers For The 2025 Season
David Bogaev (Ruggero), Ryan Bryce Johnson (Prunier Ryan), Jazmine Saunders (Lisette), Natasha Isabella Gesto (Magda) perform a scene from LA RONDINE in the 2024 Apprentice Scenes. Photo by C. Stanley Photography for the Santa Fe Opera
SFO News:
SANTA FE — The Santa Fe Opera (SFO) has announced the 39 members of its 2025 Apprentice Program for Singers. The roster includes promising young vocalists from across the USA and extends to include participants from Canada, Italy and South Korea.
The class of 2025 was selected from a pool of more than 1,000 applicants by Program Director Chandler Johnson, Read More
LAHS’s Guillen & Beaux Sign College Letters Of Intent
Athletes Mikaela Guillen, left, signs a letter of intent to attend the University of Charleston to study Exercise Science and play softball and Rebecca Beaux signs a letter of intent to attend Ft. Lewis College to study Exercise Physiology and run cross country and track, during a signing ceremony held Wednesday morning in front of the Athletic Office at Los Alamos High School. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Topper Girls Varsity Basketball Falls To Kirtland Central
Aaliyah Chavez drives into the lane for a layup attempt. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Peyton Labonty makes a short jumpshot for a 2pt basket. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers girls varsity basketball team hosted Kirtland Central Broncos Monday night at Griffith Gymnasium.
The game was close early on in the first quarter but the Broncos relentless offense was too much for the Toppers to compete with.
The final score was 19-74 in favor of the Broncos.
Sofia Trujillo takes a three point shot in the second quarter. Photo by Nate Read More
The Gift That Keeps On Giving: A UNM-LA Education
UNM-LA News:
This holiday season, give yourself the gift that keeps on giving by registering for classes at UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA). Registration runs through Jan. 31 but is highly encouraged before the start of classes on Jan. 21.
UNM-LA also offers Continuing Education classes, including broadband-5G certification, IT/cybersecurity from CompTia and Python coding, with possible scholarships.
Financial aid options may be available. Students can make an appointment with Jenny Duran, financial aid officer, by reaching her at 505.662.0341 or jenduran@unm.edu to discuss potential Read More
Lady Toppers Wrestling Compete At Jaguar Invite, Jade Blackhart Gets 100th Win!
Lady Toppers Wrestling Team Head Coach Emily Tew, left, and Jade Blackhart celebrate Blackhart’s 100th career Varsity win on Saturday during the Jaguar Invitational in Santa Fe. Courtesy Photo
LAHS Girls Wrestling Team, front row from left, Head Coach Emily Tew, Thatcher Tew, Mary Lou Sheppard, Wendy Sheppard, Sophia Pacheco, Gala Nelson and Gianna Vigil. Back row from left, Shyla Vigil, Second Row from left: Jade Blackhart, Elise Blackhart, Xylin PAtterson, Claire Bullock, Molly Castille and Alanna Anderson, Courtesy Photo
LAHS Women’s Wrestling News:
“The Lady Toppers Wrestling Team Read More
Toppers Swim And Dive Team Celebrates Seniors At 2024 Hudson Memorial Invitational
Senior Girls from left, Libby Nolen, Sadie Evans, Sophia Pieck, Allie Holland, Lena Ronning and Nuala Colgan at in the 16th Annual Bill Hudson Memorial Swim/Dive Invite held Dec. 6-7 in the Los Alamos Aquatic Center. The event hosted 10 teams from around the area. The Boys team finished in first place with 501 points and the Girls team finished in 2nd place with 469 points. Courtesy/Sandy Hurlocker
Zane Pederson in the 200 freestyle relay. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
By SANDY HURLOCKER
Toppers Swim And Dive Team
On Dec. 6 and 7, the Hilltopper Swim and Dive Team celebrated this year’s Read More
Thirteen Organizations Will Receive New Mexico Music Commission Grants To Promote, Preserve Musical Traditions Throughout State
Map of New Mexico Music Commission 2025 Awardees. Courtesy/NMMC
NMMC News:
SANTA FE – From an Afro-Latin music festival in Albuquerque to traditional New Mexican folk-dance performances for communities of the Manzano Mountains to street music and dance in downtown Artesia, 13 organizations across the state will receive funding from the New Mexico Music Commission (NMMC) to bring unique and engaging musical programs to their communities.
NMMC launched the Music in the Community Grants Program this year with a focus on rural, tribal, veteran, disability, and other underserved communities. Read More
LAFC To Host ‘White Christmas’ Movie At SALA Tonight!
Community invited to watch Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen in the popular classic, ‘White Christmas’ tonight at SALA Event Center. Courtesy/LAFC
LAFC News:
Los Alamos Family Council (LAFC) invites the community to watch the popular classic, “White Christmas” tonight, Dec. 10, on the big screen at SALA Event Center.
Tickets are still available at SALA.
The movie starts at 6 p.m. Come watch Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen host a Christmas party to remember. Read More
New Mexico Higher Education FY-26 Budget Targets Adult Literacy, Tribal Education; Sustains Free-Tuition Programs
HED Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez
HED News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Higher Education Department (HED) agency budget recommendation for Fiscal Year 2026 both sustains the tuition-free college programs that have led to growth in college enrollment statewide and funds new programs like Tribal Education Technical Assistance Centers to boost Native American achievement in the state.
The budget proposal also addresses New Mexico’s status as one of the nation’s worst states for adult literacy by dramatically increasing funding for adult education and adult literacy programs.
“This year’s Read More
SFCC & NMDOH Offering Free Flu And COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic In Santa Fe Wednesday Dec. 11
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Health is offering a free Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for anyone 6 months old or older.
The clinic runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (or while supplies last) Wednesday, Dec. 11 in the Jemez Rooms at SFCC, 6401 Richards Ave., in Santa Fe.
Children under 18 must have a parent or guardian present to provide consent for vaccination.
No appointment is necessary. If you have insurance, please bring your insurance card. Insurance, however, is not required.
Direct questions to 505.428.1000. Read More
