Legislation To Increase Oil And Gas Royalty Rate On New Mexico State Lands Passes Senate Conservation Committee
NMSLO News:
SANTA FE — Legislation to increase the top royalty rate charged for oil and gas development on state lands from 20% to the market rate of 25% passed the Senate Conservation Committee, New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard announced Monday.
Senate Bill 24 (also filed as House Bill 48), which is sponsored by Sen. Bill Tallman and Rep. Matthew McQueen, would bring New Mexico’s royalty rate in line with what is charged in Texas and would generate millions more in revenue each year for New Mexico’s public schools and other institutions.
“This bill passing its Read More
NewMexicoKidsCAN Opposes SJR 9 Constitutional Amendment To Establish State Board Of Education
NewMexicoKidsCAN News:
SANTA FE — During Friday’s Senate Education Committee meeting, New Mexico legislators voted to advance Senate Joint Resolution 9, laying the groundwork for a floor discussion regarding a constitutional amendment to establish a state board of education.
While this resolution would bring a major change to New Mexico’s public education system, NewMexicoKidsCAN opposes this resolution.
Recognizing that a governance restructure is a significant decision, NewMexicoKidsCAN advocates for a thorough review of its potential impact. It is unclear how this change Read More
Los Alamos High School Graduate Publishes First Book
Author Eric Wade
BY KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Eric Wade, a 1985 graduate from Los Alamos High School, is releasing a book with some revolutionary ideas.
America vs Americans, which Wade co-wrote with Phil Herel, introduces an idea to replace capitalism with another system: American Laborism.
According to the book’s synopsis, American Laborism presents “a workable, low-tax form of capitalism for those who want it – and a dignified, healthy, and fulfilled life for everyone else.”
The synopsis further states that “Under American Laborism, if you’re happy Read More
Think New Mexico: Senate Bill 137 Introduced To Upgrade Training And Transparency Of Local School Boards
Senate President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart
THINK NEW MEXICO News:
Senate Bill 137, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart (D-Albuquerque) and Senate Education Committee Chair William Soules (D-Las Cruces), has been introduced to upgrade the quality of local school boards with enhanced statutory requirements for training and transparency.
The bill is based on reforms proposed by the nonpartisan statewide think tank Think New Mexico, which recommended these reforms in a 2022 policy report.
In that report, titled A Roadmap for Rethinking Public Education in New Mexico, Think New Read More
Family Strengths Network Offers Free Parenting Classes
FSN News:
Family Strengths Network (FSN) invites parents and caregivers to register for three FREE parenting classes that will start in February, March, and April. All of these classes will be facilitated by Brandi Seekins, LMSW.
Seekins stated, “Parenting classes are my favorite to facilitate. I love seeing the ‘aha’ moments and the new perspectives parents receive in class. The insight and making sense of their relationships can strengthen the bond with their children. Parenting is a journey and having others walk with you can make the hard moments more bearable. I have witnessed parents Read More
UNM-LA: Classes In Personal Finance And Retire Ready
UNM-LA News:
Are you ready to take control of your financial future? Join us at UNM-LA for incredible community education classes in Personal Finance and Retire Ready!
Get grounded in the knowledge, skills, and habits essential for identifying and achieving your financial goals. The classes go beyond traditional approaches by infusing behavior science and psychology into the exploration of personal finance concepts.
Build a personalized toolkit for financial well-being and gain practical insights into personal finance strategies and investing. Ensure a secure and rewarding financial Read More
2024 Los Alamos County Science Fair Results
Los Alamos High School junior Brayden Allen. Courtesy/LAPS
Elementary Division. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Barranca Mesa Elementary School hosted the 2024 Los Alamos County Science Fair where more than 100 students vied for top honors in the elementary, junior and senior divisions. Thirty-four students qualified for the 2024 Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science Fair which will be hosted by New Mexico Highlands University March 2.
Los Alamos High School junior Brayden Allen was awarded Best of Show for the Senior Division for his project in the Environmental Sciences category, “Reducing Read More
Los Alamos Hilltoppers Top Moriarty Pintos 66-53
Josiah Fresquez was the top scoring player for the game with 20 points. He was also a top contributor on both offense and defense. Photo by Nate Linback/ladailypost.com
Niko Garcia scored 17 points and was very strong on both offense and defense. Photo by JohnMcHale/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers hosted the Moriarty Pintos Tuesday night in Griffith Gymnasium.
The toppers led the contest most of the way and closed out the game with a win 66-53.
Luke Archuleta goes up for one of his 6 points for the game. Photo-by Nate Linback/ladailypost.com
Lan Frazier steals Read More
Senators Introduce Resolution To Recognize And Encourage National Board Certified Teachers
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. —This week, U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) introduced a resolution to recognize National Board Certified Teachers by designating the last week of January as “National Board Certified Teacher Week.”
The resolution also encourages administrators, school districts, and states to promote the growth of National Board Certified Teachers through salary incentives. U.S. House of Representatives Julia Letlow (R-La.) and Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.) introduced companion Read More
Former Spy, Now A First Lady, Attracts Unwanted Notice
Silver City residents Carolyn and Josh White recently began putting up signs calling for the ouster of Joseph Shepard, president of Western New Mexico University. The Whites are critical of public expenditures by Shepard and his wife, Western First Lady Valerie Plame. The couples also were adversaries in litigation for ownership of the house where this sign stands. The Whites prevailed. Photo by Milan Simonich/The New Mexican
By MILAN SIMONICH
The Santa Fe New Mexican
SILVER CITY — Joseph Shepard, president of Western New Mexico University, says he has a crack staff that checks him if he inadvertently Read More
VFW Post 8874 To Host Veterans Outreach Event Jan. 26
VFW News:
At 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, there will be an informational event at the Los Alamos VFW (1793 Deacon Street) to discuss the veteran property tax discount in Los Alamos County.
The County Tax Assessors Office will have a representative present to help veterans qualify and sign up for the benefit. Please bring your DD-214 and any other documentation as required by the County.
Veterans who don’t have a Disabled Veterans or Veterans certificate from the state will be able to get more information on how to get their certificates. Click here for a link to the County form.
Also, information Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Named New Mexico Music Educators Association 2024 District Of Distinction
LAPS Superintendent Jennifer Guy, left, with LAPS music teachers receiving 2024 District of Distinction Award from NMMEA officials earlier this month during the All-State Music Festival. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) has been named the New Mexico Music Educators Association (NMMEA) 2024 District of Distinction. Music teachers representing the district were in attendance to receive the award earlier this month during the All-State Music Festival.
In a message to Los Alamos High School Assistant Principal/Activities Director Ryan Finn, NMMEA Immediate Read More
Kiwanis Hosts Key Club ‘Save A Life’ Presentation
Kiwanis Club News:
At the Jan. 15 Kiwanis Club meeting, members of the Los Alamos High School Key Club and National Honor Society gave a talk about the “How to Save a Life” event that they previously organized and presented at the SALA Event Center about the dangers of fentanyl.
Key Club President Rebecca Li, Lieutenant Governors Praveen Swaminarayan and Uxue Sansinena and National Honor Society President Read More
Bernstein: Grief, Education, And Doors
By CHRISTINE BERNSTEIN
Former Los Alamos School Board Member
Now that my term has officially ended…I am ready to speak.
Losing an election was a new experience for me. I went through a myriad of emotions; some I knew I would feel, and others were a surprise.
I realized it was grief. And grief is tricky and can be a sneaky thing.
I googled the stages of grief, and of course, there are many different answers, but I liked this one the best:
- shock and denial.
- pain and guilt.
- anger and bargaining.
- depression.
- the upward turn.
- reconstruction and working through.
- acceptance and hope.
I went through them all Read More
New Mexico Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez Returns To Role Following Maternity Leave
Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — Last week, Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez returned to her role as Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Higher Education Department following a temporary absence as her and her husband welcomed their first child.
“I am grateful for the time I was able to spend focusing on my family and becoming a new mother over the past four months, and for all my colleagues who kept up the important work of the New Mexico Higher Education Department in my absence,” Secretary Rodriguez said. “Upon my return, I am eager to keep championing higher education Read More
ENMU Board Of Regents Announces 4-Year Contract Extension For Chancellor James Johnston
ENMU Chancellor James Johnston
ENMU News:
PORTALES — The Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) Board of Regents has announced a 4-year contract extension running through Jan. 1, 2028, for ENMU Chancellor James Johnston.
ENMU Board of Regents President Trish Ruiz made the announcement on behalf of the ENMU Board of Regents, which unanimously supported the extension of Johnston’s agreement with the University.
“The Board of Regents continues to witness enrollment increases as evidenced by the largest enrollment growth in over a decade on our campuses,” said ENMU Board of Regents President Read More
Legislation To Increase Oil And Gas Royalty Rate On New Mexico State Lands Passes First Committee
New Mexico State Land Office News:
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SANTA FE – Legislation to increase the top royalty rate charged for oil and gas development on state lands from 20% to the market rate of 25% passed the House Energy, Environment & Natural Resources Committee, New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard announced today.
House Bill 48 (also filed as Senate Bill 24), which is sponsored by Rep. Matthew McQueen and Sen. Bill Tallman, would bring New Mexico’s royalty rate in line with what is charged in Texas and Read More
Mountain 6th Grader Hannah Li Wins District Spelling Bee!
Mountain Elementary School 6th grader Hannah Li wins 1st place in the 2024 Los Alamos County District Spelling Bee. Courtesy/LAPS
Spelling Bee Contestants. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
And then there was one. Hannah Li, a 6th grader at Mountain Elementary School, correctly spelled “exaugural” to win the 2024 Los Alamos County District Spelling Bee held Wednesday night in the Los Alamos High Speech Theater.
Julia Zou, an 8th grader at Los Alamos Middle School, earned the 2nd place trophy while Piñon Elementary School 6th grader Isaac Light took 3rd.
The contest started with 15 students from Barranca Read More
D.J. Bustos Named Head Coach – Hilltopper Boys Basketball
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Superintendent Jennifer Guy issued comment regarding this week’s dismissal of Hilltoppers Head Boys Basketball Coach Benito Maestas and JV Coach Paul Herrera. Six players have quit the team since the season began.
D.J. Bustos has been named head coach and Dominick Roybal assistant coach.
“Los Alamos Public Schools made the difficult decision to change the boys basketball coaching staff. I am appreciative of the time and effort that former coaches Maestas and Herrera have given to LAPS players,” Superintendent Guy said. “I wish them well Read More
