Los Alamos County Council Proclaims September 2023 National Suicide Prevention Month
Councilor Randall Ryti presents a proclamation declaring September 2023 National Suicide Prevention Month in Los Alamos County to Municipal Judge Elizabeth Allen, left, and Social Services Manager Jessica Strong, during Tuesday night’s Council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council presented a proclamation, which recognizes September as National Suicide Prevention Month, during Tuesday’s regular meeting.
Councilor Randall Ryti read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, Los Alamos County’s Social Services division is raising awareness of mental health and Read More
New Study Of ‘Medicaid Forward’ Proposal Projects Major Leap In Coverage And Significant Savings For New Mexicans
New Mexico House Democrats News:
SANTA FE — A new study of “Medicaid Forward”, a proposed plan to provide quality, affordable health care plans on an income-based sliding scale, projects that between 407,000 and 542,000 New Mexicans would select the plan, including up to 142,000 uninsured.
The study also shows that implementation of the plan could create billions of dollars in savings across households and businesses in the state.
“Medicaid Forward is a path to provide more New Mexicans with coverage they can afford and to give employers more breathing room to reinvest in their businesses Read More
New Mexico Governor Orders Flags To Half-Staff In Mourning Of Former Gov. Bill Richardson Sept. 7 to Sept. 14
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has ordered all flags in the state of New Mexico to half-staff from Sept. 7 to Sept. 14 in mourning for former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, who died Friday.
All flags in the state will remain at half-staff until sundown Thursday, Sept. 14.
The Executive Order
County Council Proclaims Sept. 17-23 Constitution Week
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed Sept. 17-23 Constitution Week in Los Alamos, during its meeting Tuesday night. Linda Alt, left, Chapter Regent of the Rio Valle Grande Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution accepts the proclamation from County Councilor Theresa Cull. Courtesy/LADP
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed Sept. 17-23 as Constitution Week during its regular meeting Tuesday night.
Councilor Theresa Cull read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, the Constitution of the United States of America, the foundation of our federal government, embodies the Read More
Governor Appoints Major General Miguel Aguilar To Lead New Mexico Department Of Homeland Security And Emergency Management
Major General Miguel Aguilar
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today named Major General Miguel Aguilar to lead the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). He will serve as interim secretary, after Secretary David Dye steps down Sept. 15, while continuing to lead the New Mexico National Guard.
“My direction to General Aguilar is clear: DHSEM needs to be focused squarely on assisting New Mexicans affected by emergencies. That includes making sure that state resources are getting out as quickly as possible to the victims of the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Read More
JEC Chairman Heinrich On August Jobs Report
Sen. Martin Heinrich
JEC News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Chairman of the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee (JEC) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that nonfarm payroll employment increased by 187,000 in August and the unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.8 percent.
The unemployment rate was 5.3 percent for Black workers, 4.9 percent for Hispanic workers, 3.4 percent for white workers, 3.1 percent for Asian workers, and 8.3 percent (not seasonally adjusted) for American Indian and Alaska Native workers.
“Today’s Read More
New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Dept. Mourns Loss Of Longstanding Public Information Officer Bernice Geiger
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SANTA FE – It is with great sadness that the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (NMRLD) announces Bernice Geiger, Communications Director, passed away suddenly alongside her husband, Mark, in an auto collision in Arizona Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023.
Geiger started at NMRLD in 2007, serving as the marketing director of the Securities Division where she took great pride in outreach on topics of consumer education and safety, Read More
Dannemann: Legislators Espouse Hot Button Issues
By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
© 2023 New Mexico News Services
In a recent op-ed article, Rep. Greg Nibert, (R-Roswell), sounded the alarm about New Mexico school children, gender identity issues and new legislation. Nibert referred specifically to two bills passed this year: House Bill 7 and Senate Bill 397.
His op-ed was followed a few days later by an article by Rep. Rod Montoya (R-San Juan) on the same theme.
It may be a false alarm.
HB7 is an anti-discrimination law related to the hot-button issues of reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare. The language prohibits public Read More
New Mexico Tourism Department Takes Clean And Beautiful Grant Program To New Heights
NMTD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) is setting a new standard for how it supports beautification and litter reduction efforts of New Mexico communities for fiscal year 2024.
NMTD is setting a new record for program participants and allocated funds for its Clean and Beautiful Grant Program in FY24 with a total of 59 entities set to receive $906,958 in grant funding. Prior to FY24, the record for awarded grant funds through this program came in FY23 when NMTD awarded $790,801 to 45 entities. Rural communities are set to receive roughly 75% of all grant funding for FY24.
The Read More
Council Proclaims September Voter Registration Month
Los Alamos County Council presented a proclamation declaring September ‘Voter Registration Month’ during Tuesday night’s meeting in Council Chambers. From left, League of Women Voters (LWV) President Felicia Orth, Senior Deputy Clerk Victoria Montoya, County Clerk Naomi Maestas, Councilor Suzie Havemann and LWV member Jody Benson accept the proclamation presented by Havemann. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council presented a proclamation, which declares September as “Voter Registration Month” during its regular meeting Tuesday night.
Councilor Suzie Havemann Read More
Heinrich, Luján, Leger Fernández Announce $6.6 Million For Wildfire Recovery In San Miguel County
Congessional News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) announced more than $6,618,321 in federal funding to San Miguel County for reimbursement for county road repairs as a result of the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire.
The grant now awaits distribution by the New Mexico’s Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management.
“I will not stop fighting until all New Mexicans impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire are made whole again, and this investment takes us one step closer to Read More
Robinson: Richardson Had A Big Vision For New Mexico
By SHERRY ROBINSON
All She Wrote
© 2023 New Mexico News Services
A teenager asked Bill Richardson, “What did you say to Saddam?”
“I said, ‘You gotta let these guys go, but if you don’t, don’t shoot me.’”
The crowd laughed.
On a hot summer Saturday in 1995 Bill Richardson walked with the parade in Mora, dodging fresh horse pies, grasping hands, throwing candy, hugging grandmas and mugging for everyone with a camera. Just back from Iraq, the New Mexico congressman had persuaded Saddam Hussein to free two Americans. Richardson was a national hero and the star of the Mora Fiesta parade.
I had a magazine Read More
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Issues Labor Day Statement
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement in recognition of Labor Day:
“On Labor Day, we recognize the incredible work of the labor movement and the role that organized labor has played in building the middle class.
“As someone who grew up in a proud union household, I’ve seen the power of organizing up close. My father was a lineman and a member of the IBEW. His union wages allowed me to attend college, provided my family with a ticket to the middle class, and gave my parents stability and peace of mind Read More
Heinrich, Luján, Leger Fernández Welcome $6 Million For Wildfire Recovery
Congressional News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) announced over $6,618,321 in federal funding to San Miguel County for reimbursement for county road repairs as a result of the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire.
The grant now awaits distribution by the New Mexico’s Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management.
“I will not stop fighting until all New Mexicans impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire are made whole again, and this investment takes us one step closer to Read More
BLM Seeks Public Input On Recreation Management Plan
BLM News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Bureau of Land Management is welcoming public input on a plan to inform recreation management on America’s public lands.
The new Blueprint for 21st Century Outdoor Recreation will guide Bureau decisions to proactively meet modern demands for exceptional and unique outdoor experiences, complementing the significant public land investments in President Biden’s Investing in America agenda.
“BLM hosted more than 81 million visitors on our public lands last fiscal year – a 40 percent increase since 2012. We are thrilled at this trend, but also recognize that Read More
RPLA Announces September Events
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
It’s hard to believe that summer is gone, and that another school year has begun. Our attention now shifts to the upcoming school board election. I am thrilled to announce that we have 2 school board candidates! Sondra Wyman for District 5 and Sean Stanfield for District 3. If you believe that parental input should be valued, transparency and accountability matter, and meritocracy counts, then please vote for and support our candidates. Early voting starts on Oct. 10. Both have children who have been educated in our school system, are vested Read More
Officials And Organizations Express Condolences On Passing Of Former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson
STATE News:
The following officials and organizations have issued expressions of condolence on the passing overnight of Former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson.
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
“Governor Bill Richardson believed New Mexico could do big things. His ambition for our state meant he never accepted mediocrity, and always pushed us to fight for the future we deserved. I was privileged to serve in his administration and will forever be grateful for all that he taught me. Governor Richardson’s legacy will have a lasting impact on the United States and the world, as it already has had on Read More
Former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson Has Died
Former Gov. Bill Richardson Nov. 15, 1947 – Sept. 1, 2023
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
NAMBE – U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on the passing of former Gov. Bill Richardson:
“Governor Richardson was a giant in public service and government — serving as a Member of Congress, United Nations Ambassador, Cabinet Secretary and Governor.
“In his post-government career, he was trusted to handle some of the most sensitive diplomatic crises, and he did so with great success. Here in New Mexico, we will always remember him as our Governor. He never stopped fighting Read More
Canceled: Labor Management Relations Board Meeting For Sept. 5
County Council To Hold Regular Session Sept. 5, 2023
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