Spring Birding Hikes: Two Guided Outings With PEEC & The Los Alamos Mountaineers
Courtesy photo
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), in partnership with the Los Alamos Mountaineers (LAM), invites the community to welcome spring migration with two guided birding hikes through Acid and Pueblo Canyons. Outings will take place from 7–10 a.m., Thursday, May 14 and Thursday, May 21, 2026.
Led by local birder Robin Gurule, each hike offers participants the chance to explore two Los Alamos canyons with a small group while learning to identify migrating songbirds, especially by ear. These outings are designed to be accessible to birders of all experience Read More
Learn About Ancient Kuaua Pueblo Through Clay At Coronado Historic Site May 16–20
Courtesy/NMDCA
NMDCA News:
Coronado Historic Site is offering a beginner’s level five-day pottery-making workshop that will introduce students to working with clay, and about the type of pottery that was made and found at ancient Kuaua Pueblo. The workshop will be daily from 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, May 16, through Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Ranger Robert Silas (Hopi), a multi-disciplinary artist known for his traditional Hopi and Zuni pottery, will lead the workshop. Throughout the class, you will learn everything from processing locally mined natural clay to molding pots by hand Read More
Los Alamos High School Girls Tennis Team Wins Third Place Match At District Finals
Los Alamos High School girls tennis team, back row from left, Lucia Rudin, Alea Kretz, Julia Robel, Ajla Bock, Coach Lindsay Gibson, Coach Timur Khazratkulov and Coach Travis Gibson. Front row from left, Olivia Hamilton, Lorrin Fordham and Caris Hatler. Courtesy photo
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School girls tennis team finished third in the district finals this weekend with a big win in the third-place match over a tough team from Robertson. The girls' team started the finals weekend on Friday with a 5-1 quarterfinal victory over St. Michael's to move on to the semifinals. Read More
Wildfire Season Is Coming … Make Sure To Be READY!
COUNTY News:
Help prevent wildfires and be prepared, just in case, by taking a few essential steps at home:
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- Sign up for emergency alerts by texting LOSALAMOS to 888777
- Dispose of extra combustible materials at home
- Clear a defensible space around your home
- Create your family emergency plan
- Build a 72-hour Go Kit
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Stay safe and get READY by signing up for emergency alerts in Los Alamos County: Click here. Read More
LAHS Boys Tennis Team Wins 2026 District Championship
District Champion Los Alamos boys tennis team in Santa Fe, from left, Coach Travis Gibson, Coach Timur Khazratkulov, Zach Gibson, Cullen McLean, Logan Swickley, Luke Gibson, Mike Witkowski, Levi Gibson, Aditya Viswanathan and Coach Hari Viswanathan. Courtesy photo
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School (LAHS) tennis team won the 2-26 District Championship this weekend with wins over St. Michael’s in the semifinals and Santa Fe Prep in the championship match.
The Toppers beat St. Michael’s 6-0, and then moved on to the final against defending champions Santa Fe Prep. Against Prep, Los Alamos Read More
Presentation On ‘Thinking Like A Watershed’ April 30 In Taos
Renewable Taos News:
Renewable Taos will feature Christoper Pieper, co-owner with his wife Elana Lombard of Mudd ‘n’ Flood Mountain Shop. He will speak at 7 p.m., April 30, about connecting several large issues facing the Taos area and beyond in a presentation titled, “Thinking Like a Watershed”.
Pieper was born and raised near Stanford University in California. He went on to study at UC Berkeley, where he earned a BS in conservation. After graduating, he was hired as a science teacher in Menlo Park, Calif. There, he met his wife and the two taught high school science and directed the outdoor program Read More
UNM Health Sciences Shares Project ECHO Research Report
UNM Health Sciences News:
The University of New Mexico (New Mexico): Part Two of the “It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science” podcast. New Mexico Medical Director Dr. Matt Bouchonville and Andrea Zurawski, RN, Latin America director, discuss how the ECHO Model has expanded beyond its original focus to more than 30 programs in the health care space as well as education initiatives, agriculture, public safety and engagement. (April 23)
Agencia de Noticias Fides (Bolivia): Project ECHO is mentioned in this coverage of the upcoming 5th International Health Congress, hosted by the University Read More
ABC Suicide Prevention Class At Mesa Public Library May 4
COUNTY News:
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- Ask, Be Present, Connect – ABC Suicide Prevention Partner Class.
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The community is invited to attend a free, 60-minute course that addresses how to prevent suicide. During the class, attendees will learn about the common causes of suicidal behavior, the warning signs of suicide, and how to get help for a person in crisis.
Certified instructor Kristine Coblentz will lead this class.
Talking about suicide saves lives:
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- Monday, May 4, 12 p.m. to 01:30 p.m.
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- Upstairs meeting room at Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Ave.
To RSVP, contact Jamie Allbach at jamie.allbach@losalamosnm.gov Read More
Where Words Take Root—Inside UNM‑LA’s Writing Club
By JEF BATEMAN, M.A., GCDF
Sr. Student Success Specialist
UNM-Los Alamos
Our little writing club meets at 2 p.m., every Thursday, in room B-20, which is downstairs from the library. We have a different writing challenge every week, but we also find time to share selections from the longer projects we are working on.
The club does not have a formal membership process, and writers of all abilities are welcome. These are the projects of some of the most consistent participants:
Jim O’Donnell: Jim is a literary stylist with an ear for dialogue. His current project is a short novel about Juan and his nephew Read More
Los Alamos NJROTC Holds Change Of Command Ceremony, Sweeps 2026 New Mexico JROTC 4A State Champions
LAHS NJROTC 2026-27 Cadet Staff. Courtesy photo
Former NJROTC 2025-26 Cadre: C/CDRMaya Snowden, C/LCDR Matthew Haight, C/LT Noah Banks and C/MCPO Isabella Pearson holding mini lego versions of themselves gifted by Petty Officer Pratt as a farewell gift as they continue their journey out of NJROTC. Courtesy photo
By C/ENS ALICIA VALERIO
LAHS NJROTC
Public Affairs Officer
On April 10, Los Alamos High School’s NJROTC held its annual Change of Command ceremony at Duane Smith Auditorium, celebrating the achievements of the unit and the dedication of its cadets. This long-standing tradition Read More
UNM-LA To Hold Front Entrance Ribbon Cutting April 29
View of the UNM-Los Alamos campus at 4000 University Drive. Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) will host a ribbon cutting Wednesday, April 29, from noon to 1 p.m. to mark the completion of Phase 1 of the Open Space Project. The event will be held at the front entrance stairs.
The ceremony will be followed by cake and campus tours. All are welcome.
Event questions can be directed to unmlacommunications@unm.edu.
About UNM-LA
UNM-LA is an innovative, rigorous and affordable comprehensive branch community college that provides foundations for transfer, leading-edge career Read More
Thornburg Foundation Names Bill Wadt Of Los Alamos The 2026 Philanthropist On The Year
2026 Thornburg Philanthropist of the Year recipient Bill Wadt of Los Alamos addresses the crowd gathered Thursday, April 16, at Sandia Resort in Albuquerque. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladaily/post.com
Thornburg Foundation President Allan Oliver presents the 2026 Thornburg Philanthropist of the Year award to Bill Wadt of Los Alamos on April 16 at Sandia Resort in Albuquerque. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladaily/post.com
2026 Thornburg Philanthropist of the Year recipient Bill Wadt holds his award and is surrounded by, from left, LANL Foundation Vice President for Operations and Advancement Read More
Report: New Mexico Climbs National Preschool Rankings
ECECD News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico ranks seventh in the nation for preschool access among 3-year-olds and 11th in the nation among 4-year-olds, according to a new report released Wednesday by the National Institute for Early Education Research.
New Mexico also ranked fifth nationally in state spending per child, above the national average and higher than many larger and wealthier states.
“Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Legislature have made an unwavering commitment to our youngest children, and this report reflects that,” said Early Childhood Education and Read More
Basic Steps To Starting A Business In New Mexico April 30
SBDC News:
Join Business Development Specialist Christopher Garcia from the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for an engaging webinar that walks you through the essential steps to starting a business in New Mexico, with a strong focus on the critical role of market analysis.
Designed for innovators preparing to pursue grant opportunities, this session will help you build a solid foundation for your venture by understanding your industry, identifying your target market, and evaluating your competition—key components for both business success and funding readiness.
In this webinar, Read More
LAHS Band To Hold 4th Annual Mattress Sale Fundraiser
LAPS News:
The LAHS Band will be holding its 4th annual Mattress Sale from 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, April 25 in Griffith Gym. There will be over 25 styles on display, and there will be pillows and mattress protectors for sale as well. Mattresses are shipped straight to your home!
There will be a 10% discount for LAPS Faculty and Staff, Police, Fire, EMS, and Military.
Come support our Band and get a better night’s sleep! Read More
Northern New Mexico College Announces Details For 2026 Commencement & Graduation Ceremonies
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College is excited to celebrate our graduating students at our Spring 2026 Commencement and Graduation Ceremonies. This special occasion celebrates the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of our students who have successfully completed their degree requirements. We cordially invite the community to come honor and support our graduates as they reach this important milestone.
Northern’s enrollment is growing so rapidly we are holding three Commencement Ceremonies this year to accommodate our graduates and their guests. More than 3,000 Read More
School Board Selects Elisa Baker To Fill District 1 Vacancy
Elisa Baker
LAPS News:
The LAPS School Board has selected Elisa Baker to fill the vacancy in district 1 which resulted from the resignation of former School Board member Dr. Margie Serrato. District 1 includes Piñon Elementary School.
She will be sworn in at the start of the May 12 School Board meeting.
“The LAPS Board of Education welcomes Ms. Baker to the board to fill the vacancy in District 1,” said LAPS School Board President Sondra Wyman. “At the candidate forum held on April 6, 2026, Ms. Baker stated she is skilled at drilling down to the root cause of complex issues, which aligns with the board’s Read More
Register Now For 6th Annual Summer Film Intensive Program Hosted By PAC 8, Los Alamos Teen Center
Students filming during Summer Film Intensive Program. Courtesy/PAC 8
PAC 8 News:
For the 6th consecutive year, PAC 8 will be teaming up with the Los Alamos Teen Center to offer the Summer Film Intensive Program. Open to youth ages 13-18, this three-week program will take participants through all of the steps in the process of creating an original short film—screen writing, camera operation, production planning and location shooting, acting, editing, and numerous other aspects of the film process. Students will write, produce, and star in multiple original short films.
Scholarships are Read More
Denish: Kids Will Bring Cursive Back
By DIANE D. DENISH
Corner To Corner
One of my grandsons recently traveled to Washington, D.C.—his first visit to the nation’s capital. For a young man more at home in 4-H activities in rural Colorado, I imagined the sights and sounds would leave an impression.
On the final day of his trip, I called to ask about his favorite moments. To my surprise, he didn’t mention monuments or museums in general. “I got to see the Declaration of Independence!” he said.
The Declaration, housed in the National Archives alongside the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, is written in cursive—elegant, flowing script Read More
