April Wade Withdraws From Los Alamos School Board Race
POLITICAL News:
Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo confirmed this morning that District 1 Candidate April Wade has withdrawn from the Los Alamos School Board race.
Wade is the director of Little Forest Playschool. She explained why she decided to withdraw from the race.
Luján Presses Secretary Kennedy On Major Flaws To Autism Research Program That Jeopardizes Sensitive Health Data And Scientific Integrity
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) pressed Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. on major issues regarding the Real-World Data Platform pilot, which is being developed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to study causes of autism and outcomes. In the letter, Sen. Luján highlights how the initiative disregards privacy and data-governance safeguards, jeopardizing the sensitive health information of individuals with autism without their knowledge. Additionally, Read More
Council Proclaims Sept. 15-Oct. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month
From left, Los Alamos County employees Camille Chavez, Jacki Archuleta, Erika Thomas, Maria Tapia, Amy Danforth, Eric Martinez, Paula Nelson, Liza Rivera, Colorado Cordova, Juan Rael and Lucas Frescas accept a proclamation from Councilor Randall Ryti designating Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2025, as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Los Alamos County during the Sept. 16 council meeting. The employees pictured represent the 351 Hispanic employees who make up 36 percent of the County’s workforce. To mark the month, Los Alamos County libraries will host a Tiny Art Show and youth mural celebrating Read More
Luján Applauds Senate Passage Of Major Bipartisan Bill To Address Fentanyl Crisis
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) applauded the unanimous Senate passage of legislation to reauthorize the SUPPORT Act – a landmark federal investment to combat the fentanyl crisis through addiction prevention, treatment, recovery, and law enforcement efforts. The bipartisan package of fentanyl prevention bills, led by U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), now heads to the president’s desk to be signed into law.
Originally enacted in 2018, the SUPPORT Act represents the foundation of the federal response to the opioid epidemic and fentanyl crisis. Read More
County Invites Community To Check Out Opportunities To Share Feedback On ‘Have Your Say’ Page
Nathan: Why The Health Care Worker Compacts Belong In The Special Session
By FRED NATHAN
Executive Director
Think New Mexico
When the legislature convenes for a special session starting Oct. 1, it should enact a straightforward reform that will immediately increase access to health care providers in New Mexico: join all the interstate compacts for health care workers.
These interstate compacts are agreements among states to recognize professional licenses issued by the other states participating in the compact. So, for example, a doctor licensed in Colorado could provide their license information to the New Mexico Medical Board and quickly become licensed Read More
At Awareness Walk Today In Española, Deb Haaland Vows To Address Fentanyl Crisis And Support Paths To Recovery
New Mexico Gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland speaking today in Española to families impacted by fentanyl addiction, vows to address the crisis. Courtesy photo
ESPAÑOLA – At the Walk For Our Lives fentanyl awareness event today in Española, Deb Haaland, candidate for governor of New Mexico, stood alongside families impacted by fentanyl addiction and vowed to address the fentanyl crisis.
She committed to investing in addiction recovery services, family support programs, and tools for law enforcement to get illegal drugs out of New Mexico. The walk was led by Española native Alicia Pauline Read More
New Mexico’s August 2025 Unemployment Rate: 4.1 Percent
NMDWS News:
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) has announced that New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.1 percent in August, down from 4.2 percent in July and down from 4.3 percent in the previous year.
The national unemployment rate in August was 4.3 percent, up from 4.2 percent in July and up from 4.2 percent in August 2024.
Total nonagricultural payroll employment grew by 12,100 jobs, or 1.4 percent, between August 2024 and August 2025. The majority of gains came from the private sector. The private sector was up 7,400 jobs, or 1.1 percent, while the Read More
Governor Announces Eileen Riordan Judicial Appointment
Judge Eileen P. Riordan
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the appointment of Eileen Patricia Riordan as judge of the Fifth Judicial District Court, which serves Chaves, Eddy, and Lea counties.
The appointment takes effect Oct. 11, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of the Honorable Jane Shuler Gray.
Riordan previously served as a district judge for the Fifth Judicial District Court from January 2021 to December 2022. She currently works as an attorney with 575 Law Group, LLC in Carlsbad and served as Carlsbad City Attorney from Read More
Video: Councilor Ryn Herrmann Details Sept. 16 Meeting
Video: County Councilor Ryn Herrmann discusses the Council’s Tuesday, Sept. 16 meeting during an interview Thursday in the Los Alamos Daily Post newsroom. Video by Páya Pavlíková/ladailypost.com Read More
State Seeks Members For Technology & Innovation Board
EDD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) is seeking applicants for a new advisory board to help shape the state’s growing technology and innovation sectors.
Community and industry leaders are invited to join the new Technology and Innovation Network Advisory Board, established by House Bill 20 and signed into law April 9 by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The board will help shape the future of the state’s tech economy by guiding strategic planning for the newly created Technology and Innovation Division.
The board will provide recommendations, ensure active Read More
Rep. Chandler To Local Businesses: Tough Few Years Ahead As State Faces Federal Cuts
Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com
State Rep. Christine Chandler spoke with local business leaders Thursday, Sept. 18, at the Chamber Business Breakfast at SALA Los Alamos Event Center. The event gave business owners a chance to discuss economic challenges and opportunities with the Los Alamos lawmaker.
Chandler, who serves on the House Judiciary and Tax & Revenue committees, said her workload reflects the breadth of issues before the legislature.
“Last year in the judiciary we had 389 bills related to the legal system, Read More
Fuselier: The Three D’s Part 1
By BOB FUSELIER
Los Alamos
While the discord, distress, and division that I see surrounding us today may be greater than any other time in my life, I know our nation and the world have faced much greater troubles and survived. However, that knowledge alone doesn’t bring much solace since I’m well aware that discord, distress and division can serve as a positive feedback mechanism, causing greater discord, distress, and division if left unchecked. The end result is pain and suffering for all, but more so for those who are marginalized and voiceless.
It’s a natural reaction, when one feels threatened, Read More
Op-Ed By Fr. Theophan Mackey
By Fr. Theophan Mackey
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
I have been hearing the word “martyr” thrown around broadly and cavalierly in recent days, even by some in my church and vocation. This greatly unsettles me, and I have unfollowed a handful of priests whose words I usually find edifying because of it.
The word “martyr” comes from the Greek for “witness.” But more specifically people are currently using it to denote a Christian martyr. This is problematic.
Now, one can be a Christian, and a martyr for a cause other than Christ. One can be a non-Christian and a martyr for a cause. But Read More
Council Adopts MRA For Eastern Downtown Los Alamos
The boundary map for the eastern downtown Los Alamos MRA. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladialypost.com
The Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) is officially in place for the eastern section of downtown Los Alamos. Los Alamos County Council approved 5-1, with Councilor David Reagor opposed, to adopt the MRA during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 9. Councilor Beverly Neal-Clinton was absent.
Supporters of the MRA emphasize this can help inject revitalization into the eastern downtown area marred by vacant buildings and blighted properties.
Reagor Read More
National Governors Association Urges Lawmakers To Reauthorize Cyber Security Grant Program
NGA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sept. 17, NGA signed onto a letter, with the leading organizations representing state and local government, urging congress to reauthorize the State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program (SLCGP).
The letter reads in part:
“As the collective voice of state and local governments, we urge you to reauthorize the State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program (SLCGP). This critical program has provided states and local governments with the resources they need to bolster their cybersecurity defenses and assisted in modernizing technology systems across the country. Read More
FBI: New Mexico Teenager Charged With Making Violent Threats Online Following Assassination Of Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE – A New Mexico teenager has been charged with making violent threats on social media following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.
According to court documents, on or about Sept. 11, 2025, Jace Allen, 19, used an account on X.com under the alias “Jebron Lames” to post a series of violent and racist threats following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk on Sept. 10, 2025.
Among the threats, Allen wrote that he planned to commit mass murder, target minorities and Jews, and shoot up unspecified locations. He also threatened an Read More
Council Proclaims Oct. 5-11, 2025 Fire Prevention Week
Los Alamos County Fire Chief Wendy Servey and Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova accept a proclamation from Councilor Ryn Herrmann during the Sept. 16 Council meeting, designating Oct. 5-11 as Fire Prevention Week in Los Alamos County. Cordova shared that this year’s theme, ‘Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home’ emphasizes the importance of safe use, charging, and recycling of lithium-ion batteries and buying only UL, ETL, or TUV listed products to reduce fire risks. Courtesy/LAC Read More
New Mexico State Land Office Hauls In Nearly Half A Billion Dollars In 3 Months … Breaks National Per-Acre Record
New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard in her office in Santa Fe in January 2019, shortly after her November 2018 statewide election. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
State Land Office News:
- September lease sale earns $117 million to fund critical needs for upcoming special session, breaks national per-acre record paid for a lease
SANTA FE – For the third month in a row, the State Land Office has broken a record with its oil and gas lease sales and earned historic revenue, bringing in over $117 million in bonus payments at a public auction, New Mexico Commissioner Read More
Constitution Day 2025: The U.S. Constitution Is The Oldest Written Constitution In Operation In The World
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The Constitution of the United States of America is signed by 39 delegates present at the conclusion of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. Supporters of the document waged a hard-won battle to win ratification by the necessary nine out of 13 U.S. states.
The Articles of Confederation, ratified several months before the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781, provided for a loose confederation of U.S. states, which were sovereign in most of their affairs. On paper, Congress–the central authority–had Read More
