Museum Of Natural History & Science Announces November Education Programs
NMMNHS News:
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) Education team is continuing its offsite education efforts, with a new slate of free events for all ages and interests during November.
With the museum temporarily closed for a renovation project, NMMNHS educators are bringing natural history into the community with a full slate of public programs in Bernalillo County libraries and community spaces during the fall months through the Natural History in your Neighborhood program.
A full rundown of each program is available HERE.
When and Where:
- 4–5 p.m., Thursday,
Los Alamos Schools Credit Union Offering Member Assistance Options During Government Shutdown
New Mexico Higher Education Secretary Rodriguez Receives Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award
Stephanie M. Rodriguez
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities announced Nov. 3 that New Mexico’s Higher Education Department (NMHED) Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez received its Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award.
The award recognizes Rodriguez’s leadership and commitment to advancing educational opportunities for underserved populations across New Mexico. It is a national recognition of public sector leaders who demonstrate extraordinary support for the association’s mission of championing Hispanic higher education success. Read More
State Public Education Department Updates Martinez/Yazzie Plan After Community Feedback
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Education Department submitted a revised Martinez/Yazzie Action Plan to the court Monday that adds clearer outcomes and accountability measures based on feedback from students, families, educators, tribal leaders and community members statewide.
The updated plan includes more specific performance targets and expands support for Native American students, English learners, students with disabilities and economically disadvantaged students.
The department gathered input through public meetings, listening sessions, a statewide Read More
Elementary School Mile Held At Los Alamos Golf Course
And they’re off! The 2025 Elementary School Mile was held in conjunction with the Cross Country District Championship on Halloween at the Los Alamos Golf Course, having been postponed from the previous week’s Home Meet due to lightning. A total of 72 young athletes competed. The top boy was Fynn Smith of Aspen Elementary School in a time of 6:34, and the top girl was Gracie Nichols of Pinon Elementary School in a time of 6:57. Photo by Blake Wood Read More
Experience The Magic Of The Night On PEEC’s ‘5 Senses’ Hike, Free Guided Evening Adventure Nov. 7
Courtesy photo
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to step into the darkness and explore nature in a new way during its Night Hike – 5 Senses from 6–7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7, 2025.
This guided hike through Acid Canyon will encourage participants to discover how their senses adjust to the night. A PEEC educator will lead hands-on activities along the trail, offering a fun, family-friendly way to experience the sights, sounds, smells, and textures of the canyon after dark.
Participants should meet outside the Los Alamos Nature Center (2600 Canyon Read More
First Cohort Of Industry Credential Pipeline Program Graduates Sign With NMDOT
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Ten new graduates signed with the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) upon completing the first Industry Credential Pipeline Program, a workforce partnership between NMDOT, the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS), and in partnership with CNM Ingenuity, during a special signing ceremony held on Oct. 31.
At the event, graduates of the 10-week paid training program signed employment agreements with NMDOT to start their state careers as Highway Maintenance Workers. The event marked the culmination of hands-on, real-world training Read More
NMNSH’s ‘Mission Fission’ Wins Prestigious MPMA EDCOM Award For Programming Excellence
NMNSH News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (the Museum) is proud to announce that its educational initiative, “Mission Fission,” has been honored with the Mountain-Plains Museums Association (MPMA) EdCom Award for Excellence in Programming in the Large Museum Category.
This prestigious award recognizes exceptional creativity and innovation in museum programming throughout the 10-state MPMA region. It highlights the museum’s commitment to creating engaging, curriculum-based educational experiences and celebrates the unique partnership Read More
State Job Training Program Poised To Support Up To 252 Jobs In New Mexico
B.PUBLIC Prefab is a woman-owned Public Benefit Corporation founded in 2019 and based in Santa Fe. This round of JTIP funding will enable them to expand their team at the Santa Fe office to meet the increasing demand. Courtesy/EDD
STATE News:
- October funds surpass the last 3 months combined in dollars awarded
SANTA FE—The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s (EDD) job training program has approved up to $4.6 million in funding for 12 companies to help train 252 workers.
October Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) approvals surpass the last three months combined in terms of dollars Read More
Celebrate Ross Ramsey’s Birthday By Donating To Educational Scholarship Fund
To celebrate Ross Ramsey’s 114th birthday, the community is encouraged to donate to the Ross and Lola Ramsey Scholarship Fund. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
Ross Ramsey’s 114th birthday, Oct. 27, 1911, is being celebrated. The public is invited to join the celebration by contributing $114 to the Ross and Lola Ramsey Scholarship Fund. Since its establishment in 2023 when Los Alamos High School created the Ramsey Stage at the Smith Auditorium, the scholarship fund has supported four students as they pursue a college degree at the college of their choosing.
Any Los Alamos High School Read More
Toppers Get No. 3 Seed In 5A Football Playoffs
By MIKE COTE
Sports Writer
Los Alamos Daily Post
The Los Alamos Hilltopper football team earned a No. 3 seed for the upcoming state Class 5A playoffs and will get a week to rest and recuperate before its first postseason contest.
The Hilltoppers will take on either the sixth-ranked Gadsden Panthers or 11th-ranked Capital Jaguars on the weekend of Nov. 14. Schedules beyond the first week of the playoffs won’t be determined until the conclusion of first round contests.
As a top-four seed, Los Alamos earned the privilege of a week off for the start of the playoffs.
Los Alamos was given the 3 seed by the Read More
LA’s Jordan Herrera Holds Off Miyamura In Final Conference Game To Finish 2025 Regular Season Undefeated
The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers charge onto Angelo Dipaolo Memorial Stadium in Gallup to play the Miyamura Patriots in their final conference game Friday and to maintain their undefeated record, which they did by a score of 42-10. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Jordan Herrera runs for 249 yards and scores 4 touchdowns. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
By MIKE COTE
Sports Writer
Los Alamos Daily Post
With a late second quarter push, the Los Alamos Hilltopper football team broke open its game against the Miyamura Patriots to secure a big win and an undefeated regular season. Read More
This Week In Sports: Nov. 3-8, 2025
SPORTS News:
This week, the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers boys and girls teams have some home and away games for volleyball, soccer and cross country.
The Hilltopper sports games and events are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team, which includes John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.
This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:
Nov. 3 Monday
- Volleyball vs Moriarty Away – 6 p.m.
Nov. 4 Tuesday
- Girls Soccer Semifinals vs Hope Christian Away (Bernalillo HS) – 6:30 p.m.
Nov. 6 Thursday
- Volleyball vs Pojoaque Home – 6 p.m.
Nov. 7 Friday
- Girls Soccer Finals – 1 p.m.
Nov. 8 Saturday
- Girls/Boys
Scenes Of Los Alamos Firefighters Sharing Prevention And Safety Tips With Local Elementary School Students
Fire Capt. Joe Romero and members of the Los Alamos Fire Department visit with students on Oct. 20 at Barranca Mesa Elementary School. The firefighters brought their Fire Prevention & Public Education trailer, known as E.D.I.T.H (Exit Drills In The Home), to educate students, including Mrs. Travers’ 2nd graders shown here, about safety and prevention and what to do in the event of a house fire. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Inside the trailer, Fire Capt. Joe Romero discusses with students in Mrs. Shyder’s 2nd grade class the importance of fire alarms and what to do if they hear one Read More
Republican Party Of Los Alamos: Please Vote!
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
Dear Friends:
Diane Denish recently said, “National politics may dominate the headlines, but it’s your local school board that will shape the classrooms, teachers, and opportunities your children see every day.” Please vote Stephanie Galvez for District 1, Tamara Hinckley for District 2, and Bryan Fearey for the UNM-LA Advisory Board.
Our Council’s vote to increase Gross Receipts Taxes on October 28, 2025, was terribly disappointing (with Councilor Reagor opposed). Does our County really believe that we can negatively impact the #1 economic Read More
Library Kicks Off 4th Annual Community Seed Drive
Part one of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets, seeds grown in raised beds in front of the Mesa Public Library. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Part two of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Part three of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Part four of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Public Library has kicked off its annual seed drive to support Read More
NMMSH Launch Pad Lecture: Storms, Science & Surveyor – The Story Of Apollo 12
NMMSH News:
The New Mexico Museum of Space History’s (NMMSH) monthly Launch Pad Lecture features the story of NASA’s Apollo 12 mission, where lightning struck seconds after launch, but teamwork turned potential failure into one of the most precise lunar landings.
Presented by Marie De Leon, Senior Instructional Coordinator at the New Mexico Museum of Space History, starting at 9 a.m., Friday, Nov. 7.
- Where: New Horizons Dome Theater, New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo.
- Details: Admission is free, and coffee and donuts will be provided. The presentation will explore Apollo
County: Second Public Meeting – N.M. 4 Crossing Project
Los Alamos Fire Dept. Receives Plane Fuselage For Training
LAFD took delivery of a plane fuselage today at Los Alamos Airport to use for training. Courtesy/LAC
LAFD News:
The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) took delivery of a plane fuselage today for use in future training exercises.
The fuselage will be stationed at the Los Alamos Airport, where it will serve as a training tool for the Crash Fire Rescue 6 truck, which is housed at Fire Station 6.
LAFD will conduct Aircraft Rescue Firefighter Training to practice response times and scenarios to maintain operational readiness for this type of incident. No live fire will be utilized at the site. Read More
State Higher Education Department Awards Student Debt Relief To 400+ Health Professionals Working In New Mexico
HED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department (HED) is awarding student debt relief payments to more than 400 health professionals through the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program.
A total of 1,213 health care professionals in New Mexico are currently receiving student debt relief through the program, including 401 new awardees this year.
The debt relief, totaling $24.4 million, is granted to these awardees on the condition that they conduct their work in high-need communities across the state for a minimum of three years.
The program supports a variety of high-need Read More
