N.M. Senators Welcome Designation of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks a National Monument
U.S. Senate News:
WASHINGTON, D.C- Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M. and Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M. released the following statements Monday after the White House announced President Obama’s plan to sign a proclamation designating the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks in southern New Mexico as a national monument:
“The Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument will put the unique and spectacular desert landscapes of Southern New Mexico on recreation maps around the world, attracting tourists to the region, creating jobs and bringing in millions of dollars in tourism revenue,” Read More
Council Candidate Susan O’Leary Gathers With Family and Friends to Celebrate Start of Early Voting
County Council Candidate Susan O’Leary, back row center, gathered with family and friends at Ashley Pond Saturday morning to celebrate the start of early voting for the June 3 Primary Election. Courtesy photo Read More
Democrats Honor Mike and Kyle Wheeler
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos held its annual JFK Award Dinner Sunday at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. This year the award for outstanding service to the community and to the Democratic Party went to Kyle and Mike Wheeler. Maggie Toulouse Oliver, candidate for Secretary of State, gave the keynote address to the more than 100 people who attended the special event catered by Jambo Cafe. Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard introduced U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Lujan who presented the Wheelers their award and enumerated their service to the community for nearly 30 years, including holding Read More
County Council Candidate Andrea Cunningham Launches Campaign Website
Democrat Andrea Cunningham in March when she filed for Los Alamos County Council. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Andrea Cunningham, Democratic candidate for County Council has launched her campaign website at www.andreaforcouncil.com.
“I am running for County Council to create a community environment in which families and businesses want to move to, and stay in, Los Alamos,” Cunningham said. “A broad range of ages and stages of life are needed in a community to keep it vibrant and welcoming for all. I would like Los Alamos to be a place where Read More
Probate Judge Christine Chandler Speaks at Lunch with a Leader at Mesa Public Library Tuesday
Los Alamos Probate Judge Chris Chandler
LWVLA News:
The League of Women Voters will have Probate Judge Christine Chandler as their speaker Tuesday, May 20 at Mesa Library. The lunch will begin at 11:40 a.m. and is open to the entire community.
Chandler was appointed Probate Judge by the Los Alamos County Council in August 2013 to fill a vacancy. She is running for the position in the 2014 election.
Chandler grew up in Massachusetts and received her BA from Smith College, with a major in economics. She obtained her law degree from Boston College Law School and has a masters degree in International
Unitarian Church Forum: ‘Inside the New Mexico Senate – Boots, Suits and Citizens’ 9 a.m. Sunday
DeDe Feldman
UCLA FORUM New:
The upcoming Forum at The Unitarian Church of Los Alamos, 1738 N. Sage Loop, is 9 a.m. Sunday, May 18.
DeDe Feldman will present information about her new book written after serving for 16 years as a state senator in the New Mexico Legislature.
“Inside the New Mexico Senate: Boots, Suits and Citizens” is a legislative history with a human face. Here maverick leaders, shameless special interests, and earnest advocates clash in the unique arena that is the New Mexico Roundhouse.
The New Mexico Senate comes alive, with stories of grit and grace, honor and Read More
Udall Opposes FCC’s Proposed Internet ‘Fast Lane’
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, chairman of the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee, issued the following statement expressing concern about the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) vote Thursday for net neutrality rules that include a “fast lane” or “toll lane” to charge companies for faster delivery of content:
“Today’s vote by the FCC is very disappointing. As the commissioners move forward to make a final rule, I’m calling on them to protect free expression, Read More
League’s Primary Candidates’ Forum Packs Fuller Lodge
The community turned out in a big way for Wednesday evening’s League of Women Voters of Los Alamos Primary Candidate’s Forum at Fuller Lodge. Candidates in contested positions for the June 3 primary election participated, with the exception of Rep. Ben Ray Lujan who sent a statement that was read at the event. Robert Blanch, Lujan’s Democratic opponent for the 3rd Congressional District seat spoke at the event. The five Democratic candidates for County Council, two Republican candidates for Dist. 43 House of Representatives and three judges for District Court Read More
Letter to the Editor: Thanks to All for LAFRW 60th Anniversary Success
By KELLY BENNERPutting on an event is never an easy task.
Several months ago, I was tasked with the responsibility of putting on the Los Alamos Federated of Republican Women (LAFRW) 60th Anniversary Celebration. The need to make this a special celebration was a feeling I could not escape and a challenge I took on willingly.
As everyone who has ever put on a special event knows, it is not a one person show. I would like to thank several key players who helped to make this event such a success. Thank you to Fusion Cafe. Miracle Miller was a dream to work with. She helped to plan the menu, thought Read More
Betty Ehart Senior Center Hosts Monday ‘Meet the Candidate’ Event
Democratic County Council candidates from left, Michael Redondo and Susan O’Leary, Republican Council candidate John Bliss and Democratic candidate for Sheriff Marco Lucero at the Betty Ehart Senior Center’s first ‘Meet the Candidate’ event Monday. All candidates in contested races were invited to attend. Many people came to ask questions of the various candidates. Courtesy photo
Republican County Council candidate Rick Reiss, second from left, and Democratic candidate for County Assessor Ken Milder, right. Courtesy photo
From left,Candidates Meet With Seniors at Betty Ehart Today
Jaret McDonald, Republican candidate for Los Alamos County Sheriff with his wife Jennifer, left, was among the candidates who met with seniors today at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. Courtesy photo Read More
Los Alamos County Officials Meet in Washington with Key Congressional and Federal Leaders
From left, Councilor Pete Sheehey, Chair Geoff Rodgers, Sen. Martin Heinrich, Vice-Chair Kristin Henderson, and County Administrator Harry Burgess. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County officials commented today on their April 30-May 2 visit to Washington, D.C., to meet with key congressional and federal leaders.
Council Chair Geoff Rodgers, Vice-Chair Kristin Henderson, Councilor Pete Sheehey and County Administrator Harry Burgess represented the County in a number of meetings.
“Visiting one on one with our congressional delegation about the issues that are important Read More
Strengthening Small Business in Los Alamos: Join Lisa Shin & Vincent Chiravalle for Breakfast Thursday
Lisa Shin, ODAs the owner of Los Alamos Family Eyecare, Lisa Shin strives to treat her employees well and to serve the community. But she is also finding that lawmakers on the federal and state levels are creating a tough environment for her to run her business.
Shin’s frustration with current legislators is why she supports Vincent P. Chiravalle, who is running for State Representative of District 43. At 7:30 a.m. Thursday, May 15 Shin will host a business breakfast at the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce.
Vincent P. Chiravalle
At the meeting, small business owners Read More
Absentee Voting Underway For June 3 Primary Election
Los Alamos Chief Deputy Clerk Sheryl Nichols assists voter Philip Gurskey Friday in the Boards and Commissions Room at the Municipal Building. Photo by Sharon Stover
COUNTY News:
Absentee voting by mail and in person has opened at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building – Boards and Commissions Room for the June 3 Primary Election.
Registered voters can visit the Los Alamos County Municipal Building – Boards and Commissions Room 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday to cast their vote until May 16.
On Saturday May 17, Alternate (Early) voting begins and registered voters can visit either Read More
League Holds Primary Election Candidates’ Forum May 14
LWVLA News:
The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos is holding a candidates’ forum at 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 14 at Fuller Lodge, with refreshments and a chance to meet the candidates at 6:30 p.m.
Candidates who have opposition in the primary election of June 3 are invited to appear at the forum.
They are as follows:
- U.S. Congressional District 3: Democratic candidate Robert Blanch; Ben Ray Lujan is unable to attend.
- NM House District 43 Republican candidates: Vincent Chiravalle and Geoff Rodgers
- 1st Judicial District Position 6 Democratic candidates: Yvonne Quintana, David Thomson
Udall Calls for VA to Broaden Probe into ‘Secret’ Waiting Lists
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall- Udall says VA should investigate NM, entire service network after alleged cover-up scheme at Phoenix VA
GOP Meets in UNM-LA’s Jeannette Wallace Hall Thursday
GOP News:
The Republican Party of Los Alamos will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15 at the UNM-LA Jeannette Wallace Hall, Bldg. 5, Room 505.
U.S. Senate candidate David Clements will be the guest speaker.
For information, please contact Chairman Robert Gibson at 505.662.3159. Read More
Ed Birnbaum: Why I’m Running For County Council
By ED BIRNBAUM
Los Alamos
I’m Ed Birnbaum, and I am running as a Democrat for a seat on County Council with a primary focus on the fire threat that exists, quality education at all levels, community viability within our budget, and making sure that decisions are made in a transparent manner.
I decided to run based in part on my experience last year as a member of the Los Alamos Utilities Charter Review Committee, where we were asked to address some important questions regarding Article V of the County Charter. Although many strongly-held opinions were expressed over the course of our many meetings, Read More
Councilor David Izraelevitz Shares County Government Experience With Students at UNM-Los Alamos
American Politics instructor Mike Wismer, right, introduces guest speaker County Councilor David Izraelevitz Monday evening to his students at UNM-Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Councilor David Izraelevitz describes the hierarchy of County government to students Monday evening at UNM-LA. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Lt. Governor Joins Los Alamos Federated Republican Women in Celebrating 60 Year Anniversary
NMFRW Kirsta Edwards, right, presents a 60-year banner to LAFRW President Mary Wilhoit, second from right, at Thursday 60th Anniversary celebration at Fuller Lodge. LAFRW Treasurer Crystal Dufresne holds the banner at right as Secretary Cathy Walters and Lt. Gov. John Sanchez look on. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Lt. Gov. John Sanchez is the keynote speaker at Thursday’s 60th anniversary event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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Community members and Republican Party leaders gathered to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Los Alamos Federated Read More
