Maggie Toulouse Oliver Announces Campaign For New Mexico Lieutenant Governor
New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver announced her candidacy for the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s nomination for Lieutenant Governor of New Mexico. Courtesy photo
From the Maggie Toulouse Oliver Campaign:
SANTA FE — Today, Oct. 23, New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver announced her candidacy for the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s nomination for Lieutenant Governor of New Mexico, pledging to bring her proven leadership, deep experience in public service, and unwavering commitment to protecting democracy to the state’s second-highest executive Read More
‘Plays For the Planet’ Nov. 9-10 At Teatro Paraguas
From CVNM:
What: A free one-hour program of staged readings of short plays
When: 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, and 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10
Where: Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie in Santa Fe
Who: Joan Lipkin and That Uppity Theatre Company, Alisa Matlovsky and A Dotted Line Theatre Company, in collaboration with the Arts & Climate Initiative and Conservation Voters New Mexico (CVNM).
This program will feature a post-show reception and Q&A with CVNM CEO Demis Foster and co-producer and director Joan Lipkin.
Tickets are free with a requested donation to support CVNM and the actors. Reservations Read More
Democratic Party Of New Mexico Establishes New Chapters In Rural Counties
DPNM Chair Sara Attleson
From the DPNM:
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ALBUQUERQUE – Today, the Democratic Party of New Mexico (DPNM) announced the establishment of a local chapter in Sierra County. The Democratic Party of Sierra County was reestablished after a several-year absence and will be led by Chair Joe Heidrick and Vice Chair Danny Diaz.
Sierra County is not the only place where DPNM is establishing a new Democratic Party chapter. When DPNM Chair Sara Attleson came into the position in late April of this year, one of her Read More
Los Alamos County Selects DestinationiQ As New Tourism Marketing Services Partner
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has announced a new partnership with DestinationiQ, a nationally recognized tourism consulting firm specializing in destination management and marketing. The collaboration marks a major step in strengthening the County’s tourism economy, advancing marketing strategies, and enhancing transparency and alignment across all tourism programs.
Following a competitive process that attracted 14 applicants, the County conducted a vigorous review through an evaluation committee. DestinationiQ, headquartered in Buena Vista, Colo., was selected for its Read More
Scenes From School Board Candidate Meet & Greet Monday Night At Los Alamos STEAM Lab In Central Park Square
Los Alamos School Board District 1 Candidate Margie Serrato chats with James Dowd during a meet and greet event held Monday night at Los Alamos STEAM Lab in Central Park Square. The event was an opportunity for the public to speak with candidates. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos School Board District 2 candidate Jasmine Stephens, left, chats with Director of Inclusive Schools at Los Alamos Public Schools Andrea Determan during the meet and greet event. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Amy Storey, center, meets with School Board District 1 Candidate Stephanie Read More
Arts In Public Places Board To Meet In Library Oct. 23
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Arts in Public Places Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 23 (note change in location for this meeting) in meeting room 2/3 on the 3rd Floor at Mesa Public Library
The meeting will also be available via Zoom:
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Op-Ed: No Kings Protest 2.0 Showcases Unity
By KELLY DOLEJSI
Los Alamos
Saturday’s No Kings events across the U.S. likely included some Marxists and anti-fascists, but the overwhelming majority of those peacefully protesting were there because we don’t want one branch of government to rule unchecked by the other two. Such a government is unconstitutional and anti-American.
The protest included the expected Progressives and Democrats, but also Centrists and former Republicans, united in our strong disapproval of how the president insults, indicts, lies about, fires, or otherwise ruins those who publicly disagree with him.
We Read More
New Mexico And Wyoming Governors Unveil Rocky Mountain Gas Road Map For U.S. And Asia
From the Office of the Governor:
Plan identifies export pathways for responsibly produced natural gas
SANTA FE — New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon today released a first-of-its-kind infrastructure roadmap at a roundtable with Japanese Ambassador Shigeo Yamada to position responsibly produced Rocky Mountain natural gas as a cost-effective, low-carbon solution for growing U.S. and Asian energy markets.
The “Rocky Mountain Gas Roadmap & Implementation Playbook”, developed under the Western States and Tribal Nations Energy (WSTN) Initiative, Read More
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Issues Statement On Passing Of Former New Mexico Senator Clint Harden
Former State Sen. Clint Harden
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SANTA FE – With sadness, today I learned of the passing of former State Sen. Clint Harden. New Mexico has lost a dedicated public servant, and I’ve lost a good friend.
Sen. Harden, a Republican, served Eastern New Mexico with distinction for more than a decade in the legislature, but his good work benefited every corner of our state. Whether championing children with autism and their Read More
Denish: Be An Informed Voter
By DIANE DENISH
Corner To Corner
diane@dianedenish.com
It’s local election season across New Mexico—our chance to choose the people who represent us closest to home: mayors, city councilors, and school board members.
While candidates have a responsibility to share their ideas and solutions, voters have an equal responsibility to vet those candidates. Doing that work now prepares us for 2026 and beyond, when more statewide and federal races will appear on the ballot. Yes, it takes time, but the payoff comes when you fill out your ballot knowing exactly who you’re voting for, what they stand Read More
Administrative Office Of The Courts Announces Funding Increase For Regional Behavioral Health Planning
AOC Director Karl Reifsteck
AOC News:
SANTA FE – Additional funding will be available for regional behavioral health planning across New Mexico, the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) announced today.
Up to $60,000 – an increase from $45,000 – will be awarded in each of the state’s 13 behavioral health regions for the development of regional plans for providing behavioral health services. The plans are required under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act, which was enacted earlier this year. The reform legislation was Senate Bill 3 during this year’s legislative session. Read More
Scenes From No Kings Day 2.0 Protest At Ashley Pond
Hundreds of Los Alamos residents turned out for the No Kings Day 2.0 protest Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. The protest, organized by Indivisible Los Alamos, is the second held this year. The first was in June. Every state participated in Saturday’s protest along with several other countries. It is reported that more than 7 million people attended protests in the U.S. in response to growing concern that the Trump administration is exercising authoritarianism. Photo in Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Sarah Downs and her daughter, Kaya Allen, participate in the No Kings Protest Saturday Read More
County Inclusivity Task Force To Meet Oct. 22
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force is scheduled to meet at 12:15 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 22 in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person and for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation:
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The meeting agenda is available Read More
LAPS Notice Of Possible Quorum: School Board Members May Attend ‘Chat With Candidates’ Event Monday Night
LAPS Notice Of Possible Quorum:
Members of the Los Alamos Public Schools Board of Education may attend the “Chat With Candidates Meet & Greet” event, 6-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, at the Los Alamos Steam Lab, 160 Central Park Square.
A Quorum may be present; however, no action will be taken. Read More
Parks & Rec Board To Hold Special Meeting Thursday To Review And Discuss Proposed Brewer Arena Project
COUNTY News:
The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 23, in Council Chambers to review and discuss the proposed Brewer Arena project.
The purpose of the meeting is to gather input and consider a potential recommendation to Council regarding the project’s next steps.
The meeting is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to participate.
Virtual attendance is also available via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85800662908.
For meeting updates, Zoom access, project details, and supporting documents, click here. Read More
Cruz-Murphy: Understanding Voter ID Requirements
By DELIA CRUZ-MURPHY
Los Alamos
Greetings to all those at the League of Women Voters,
I’m writing because I’ve been mulling over some of the conversations around voter identification, and I’m hoping you could shed a little more light on your perspective. I understand your organization has a particular stance on the matter, especially concerning the potential impact on certain groups like women, minorities, and military personnel.
From my own daily experiences, it seems like we encounter requests for identification pretty regularly. For instance, I recently went through Read More
Council To Consider GRT Increase At Oct. 28 Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave., to consider adopting two ordinances that would increase the County’s gross receipts tax (GRT) rate by five-eighths of one percent (0.625%).
Proposed Ordinance 748 would increase the County portion by 0.0125% and Ordinance 747 increases the municipal portion by 0.6125%.
If approved, the total GRT rate would increase from 7.0625% to 7.6875%, effective July 1, 2026. At that rate, GRT would total eight cents on a $1 purchase, 77 cents on a $10 purchase, and $7.69 Read More
Republican Party Of New Mexico Issues Statement About ‘No Kings’ Protests Happening Today Across State & Nation
From the Republican Party of New Mexico:
Across New Mexico, protests are being organized under the banner of “No Kings,” but many New Mexicans are left wondering, what exactly does this movement stand for? Are they uniting Marxists? Supporting communism, Antifa, or even Hamas? Are they calling for anarchy?
Whatever the message behind these protests may be, it stands in stark contrast to what President Donald J. Trump has been doing for this country, putting America and Americans first. For the first time in modern history, we have a president who prioritizes the people over the political elite, Read More
League Of Women Voters US Action Item: Protect Voters’ Right To Vote … Comments Due Monday Oct. 20
LWV-Los Alamos News:
The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan nonprofit organization with the mission of educating Americans about their rights as well as their responsibilities of citizenship. The initial responsibility for being an American citizen is to register to vote, become an informed voter in order to vote your values, and then cast that vote. The initial responsibilities of the elected government are to allow each voter to vote and abide by the decision.
Your vote matters. If it didn’t, why are so many people trying to prevent you from voting?
The LWV-Los Alamos joins the LWV Read More
Thieves Are Stealing No Kings Day 2.0 Signs
One of the 10 signs stolen within a day or two of placement from Friday to Monday. The signs publicize the ‘peaceful No Kings Rally 2.0’ set to begin at 3 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 18, near Ashley Pond. Courtesy/Tyler Taylor
To deter thieves, signs are now embedded in concrete, placed in buckets with zip ties, and placed in areas where video cameras are present. This one is near Los Alamos High School. Four of these signs in concrete have been placed along Trinity Drive within the view of the police cameras. The fifth one was placed on Diamond Drive next to the LAHS parking lot, close to the stadium. It was Read More
