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New Mexico Governor Orders Flags Flown Half-Staff Honoring Victims Of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks

Courtesy photo

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Today, Gov. Susana Martinez issued an executive order for flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018 in honor and remembrance of the victims of the terrorist attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001.

The text of the executive order is below:

EXECUTIVE ORDER 2018-044: FLAGS FLOWN AT HALF-STAFF IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE SEPTEMBER 11, 2001, TERRORIST ATTACKS

WHEREAS, 17 years ago, deadly terrorist attacks took place in the United States in New York City, Washington, D.C. and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania; Read More

VFW Hosts Los Alamos Candidate Forum Sept. 24

VFW News: 

VFW Post 8874 is proud to host a local Los Alamos Candidate forum and veterans, their families and the local public are invited attend.

  • Where: VFW Post 8874 at 1793 Deacon St.
  • Time: 6 p.m.
  • Date: Sept. 24, 2018
     
This forum will allow veterans and community members to hear and ask questions of the local candidates.
 
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Los Alamos GOP/LAFRW Meet Thursday

REPUBLICAN News:
 
The Republican Party of Los Alamos County and the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women will hold their monthly meetings at 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 13 in the downstairs Patio Room at 1001 Oppenheimer Place.
 
A general schedule follows:
  • 6-6:45 p.m. LAFRW Business meeting (open to registered Republicans).
  • 6:45-7 p.m. Break.
  • 7 p.m. Program with Sally Brown sharing about being a mom of an Annapolis USNA graduate (open to public).
  • 7:30 p.m. Monthly RPLA Meeting (open to registered Republicans).
 
For more information or questions, contact GOP Chair John
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Both Navajo Nation Presidential Candidates Endorse Lujan Grisham & Morales For Governor & Lt. Governor

POLITICAL News:
 
WINDOW ROCK, AZ In an unprecedented move, both Navajo Nation presidential candidates endorsed the same candidates for New Mexico governor and lt. governor stating their future administrations need Michelle Lujan Grisham and Howie Morales as partners at the helm of New Mexico state government.
 
Lujan Grisham and Morales are thankful for the endorsements and remain committed to working closely with the Nation to ensure the safety, prosperity, and improved quality of life for all Navajo people.
 
“We need to get out there and let our folks and our relatives
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State GOP Issues Statement On Rosh Hashanah

RPNM News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Ryan Cangiolosi released the following statement on Rosh Hashanah:

Rosh Hashanah marks a very special time for our friends in the Jewish community. It is a time to reflect and celebrate the year ahead. We hope this year is filled with joy, peace and prosperity. We extend warm wishes to our friends in Israel, who will always share a special relationship with New Mexico and the United States. Shanah Tovah to all. Read More

Luján, Bishop Lead Effort To Support Beginning, Veteran, Socially Disadvantaged Farmers And Ranchers

U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
 
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Congressman Sanford Bishop (D-GA) have sent a bipartisan letter to House Agriculture Committee leadership requesting the creation of a new Farming Opportunities Training and Outreach (FOTO) program.
 
The FOTO program, which was included in the Senate version of the Farm Bill, would combine the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP) and the Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers
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Council Proclaims Sept. 17-23 ‘Constitution Week’

Los Alamos County Council Vice Chair Christine Chandler, right, presents a proclamation to Roberta Day Idzorek, Regent of the Valle Grande Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, declaring Sept. 17-23 ‘Constitution Week’. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com 

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Council declared Sept. 17-23 “Constitution Week” in Los Alamos County, during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 4 in Council Chambers.

Council Vice Chair Christine Chandler presented the proclamation to Roberta Day Idzorek, Regent Read More

Balderas Announces Supreme Court Victory: Mother Accused Of Prostituting 7-Year Old Daughter Will Remain In Custody

Attorney General Hector Balderas
 
AG News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas announced Thursday that the New Mexico Supreme Court declined to review the Court of Appeals decision to uphold the District Court decision to hold Teri Lee Sanchez in custody until trial, without bond.
 
Her co-defendant, James Stewart, also is being held without bond pending trial.
 
“I am grateful for the Supreme Court’s denial of review, which makes our state safer for child trafficking victims,” Balderas said. “The Office of the Attorney General stands by its
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Luján Requests Hearing On Legislation To Recognize Traditional Land Uses In New Mexico

U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
 
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. Thursday, U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) appeared before the House Committee on Natural Resources to call for action on his Land Grant and Acequia Traditional Use Recognition and Consultation Act, which would provide greater consultation between the federal government and New Mexico’s land grants and acequias.
 
Luján’s legislation, introduced in July 2018, would for the first time recognize the traditional uses of land grants and acequias’ natural resources in New Mexico.
 
At the hearing, Luján
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Lujan Grisham Calls On USPS Inspector General To Investigate Mismanagement, Poor Conditions At ABQ Facilities

U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham
 
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) sent a letter to United States Postal Service (USPS) Acting Inspector General Tammy Whitcomb regarding allegations of USPS mismanagement and poor working conditions at facilities.
 
Recently, Lujan Grisham was made aware of allegations that USPS management pressured employees at Albuquerque USPS facilities to falsify data in mail processing efficiency reports and of unacceptable working conditions. Additionally, reports have surfaced detailing
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Zinke Expands Hunting And Fishing Opportunities At 30 National Wildlife Refuges

U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke
 
DOI News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. Continuing his efforts to increase access to public lands, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke will open more than 251,000 acres to new or expanded hunting and fishing opportunities at 30 national wildlife refuges across the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s National Wildlife Refuge System.
 
This will now bring the number of units where the public may hunt to 377, and the number where fishing is permitted to 312.
 
This will open more new acres to hunting and fishing than in the past and takes steps
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Council Proclaims September ‘Voter Registration Month’ And Sept. 25 As ‘Voter Registration Day’

Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas and County Councilor Morrie Pongratz hold up a proclamation that declares September ‘Voter Registration Month’ and Tuesday, Sept. 25 ‘Voter Registration Day’. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Council presented a proclamation, which declares September as “Voter Registration Month” and Sept. 25 as “Voter Registration Day” during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 4 in Council Chambers.

Councilor Morris Pongratz presented the proclamation to County Read More

Attorney General Balderas Indicts County Commissioner Barney Trujillo On Corruption Charges

Rio Arriba County Commissioner Barney Trujillo
 
AG News:
 
ESPANOLA Thursday, Attorney General Hector Balderas announced a Rio Arriba County Grand Jury returned an indictment against Rio Arriba County Commissioner Barney Trujillo, on three felony counts of Unlawful Interest in a Public Contract and one felony count of Campaign Contribution Disclosure and Prohibition.
 
“Public school funds should be used on the needs of students,” Balderas said. “I will continue to bring charges against candidates and officials who fail to serve our communities by pursuing or failing
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Head2Head: Push-Me-Pull-You

By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post

In columns one and two, we were having a discussion with “Uncle Steve” who represents anyone we disagree with on an important issue. We listened to him and then we took our turn explaining our point of view.

But one minute into our turn, Uncle Steve is already interrupting. Expect pushback when you express your point of view. Here are some tips to avoid falling over:

  • If you get interrupted before you can explain your stance, try telling Uncle Steve, “I think where I’m coming from will be clearer, if I explain it more. Here’s what you
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U.S. Rep. Lujan Grisham Ensures New Mexico Representation In Farm Bill Conference Committee

U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham delivers remarks to elevate the concerns of New Mexicans at the first public meeting of the Farm Bill Conference Committee in Washington, D.C. Click here to watch or download full remarks. Courtesy photo

U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) delivered the following remarks elevating the concerns of New Mexicans at the first public meeting of the Farm Bill Conference Committee, focusing on trade, specialty crops, farming sustainability, dairy, and nutrition programs:

“Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

“This past Read More

Municipal Judge Alan Kirk Seeks To Do More

Municipal Judge Alan Kirk discusses his decision to seek a 6th term on the bench. Courtesy photo
 
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County Municipal Judge Alan S. Kirk stopped by the Los Alamos Daily Post Monday to discuss his decision to seek a 6th term on the bench.

“The reason I’m seeking re-election is I feel there is still more that I can do. I’ve served this community for 40 years and I think I’ve learned to understand what’s important here and I’m proud of the programs and services that we’ve initiated that continue the quality of life that we all

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Ryti: Economic Development

By RANDALL RYTI
Democratic Candidate
Los Alamos County Council

I moved to Los Alamos in 1992 as a founding partner in a small environmental consulting business, Neptune and Company. For this reason I have always followed Los Alamos County’s efforts to foster economic development and diversification. I was also on the board of the Pajarito Environmental Education Center as we moved from a fledgling 501c3 entity to a non-profit business providing educational services to the community.

Every entrepreneur has his or her own reasons for starting a business. For Neptune and Company, we started Read More

Udall, Heinrich Advance New Mexico’s Health, Education, Workforce Priorities In Funding Bill

U.S. SENATE News:

  • Bill invests in child care, opioid treatment and prevention, medical research, workforce development and rural health

 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined the full Senate in voting 85-7 to pass the fiscal year 2019 Labor, Health and Human Services appropriations bill.

The bill provides significant support for critical programs and services for New Mexicans, including early childhood development, workforce development, telehealth, Read More

Balderas Wins Historic Public Lands Victory On Behalf Of New Mexicans, Granting Access To 50,000+ Acres

Attorney General Hector Balderas
 
From the Office of Attorney General Hector Balderas News:
 
ALBUQEURQUE Attorney General Hector Balderas has announced a major court victory on behalf of millions of New Mexicans, granting them access to thousands of acres of public lands in Northern New Mexico, near White Peak, much of which had previously been blocked off by a landowner.
 
“Access to and use of our state’s public lands is a crucial part of the cultural heritage of New Mexicans,” Balderas said. “New Mexicans have hunted, fished, camped and spent time on our public lands near
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