Mountaineers To Host Talk On Outdoor Photography Jan. 28
Storm over the Valle Grande at Valle Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy/Jim Stein
By WILLIAM PRIEDHORSKY
Los Alamos Mountaineers
At the Jan. 28 Los Alamos Mountaineers meeting, Jim Stein will talk about photographing the out-of-doors. He writes “In this talk, I will share my approach to photography and showcase a selection of my work. I’ll provide practical tips for capturing landscapes, the night sky, and weather, as well as discuss some of the equipment I rely on. I will also be available to answer any questions the audience may have.”
Stein is a photographer based in northern New Mexico, Read More
Campos: New Mexico’s Oil And Gas Industry Leading The Way In Environmental Responsibility
By Sen. Pete Campos
Dist. 8
Las Vegas, N.M.
In recent years, New Mexico’s oil and gas industry has made significant strides in becoming more environmentally and climate-friendly. As one of the nation’s leading producers of oil and natural gas, our state has a unique responsibility to balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. I am proud to say that we are rising to the challenge.
Through stringent regulations and innovative practices, the industry is reducing its environmental footprint while continuing to drive our state’s economy.
One of the most notable achievements is Read More
Daily Postcard: Bighorn Sheep Pose Near Red Dot Trail
Daily Postcard: Bighorn sheep pose near the Red Dot Trail Friday in White Rock. Photo by Michael Smith
A Bighorn Sheep looks at the camera Friday near the Red Dot Trail in White Rock. Photo by Michael Smith
A Bighorn Sheep scans the area Friday near the Red Dot Trail in White Rock. Photo by Michael Smith Read More
Heinrich’s Congressional Briefing Highlights Advancements, Job Creation In Electric Vehicle Supply Chain
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich hosting a congressional briefing on developments in manufacturing electric vehicles and their supply chains in the United States, from batteries to electric school buses. Courtesy photo
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, hosted a congressional briefing on developments in manufacturing electric vehicles and their supply chains in the United States, from batteries to electric school buses.
Panelists from the Zero Emission Transportation Association Read More
McQuiston: The Hidden Dangers Of Deferred Home Maintenance In New Mexico
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
In New Mexico, where the climate ranges from arid deserts to snowy mountain regions, homeowners face unique challenges in maintaining their properties.
Delaying home maintenance might seem harmless at first, but small issues can quickly grow into costly problems.
Let’s take a closer look at why staying on top of maintenance is so important for homes in our state.
Roof Damage: A Small Issue Can Snowball
- With New Mexico’s sunny days and occasional intense storms, roofs take a beating. Cracked tiles or loose shingles may
Los Alamos Historical Society Lecture To Feature Dr. Miriam Hiebert Feb. 11 At Fuller Lodge
LAHS News:
The Los Alamos Historical Society has announced its upcoming lecture, a free event 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11 in the Pajarito Room at Fuller Lodge. This lecture features Dr. Miriam Hiebert and promises to engage both the historian and the scientist.
Dr. Hiebert is a materials scientist with a passion for exploring the intersection of science and history. She earned her Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Maryland in 2019, focusing on the preservation of glass in cultural heritage collections. During her graduate studies, Dr. Hiebert was introduced Read More
Northern New Mexico Students Awarded N3B Scholarships
NNMC President Hector Balderas, Jaide Romero and Atalia Archuleta. Courtesy/NNMC
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Newport News Nuclear BWXT-Los Alamos, LLC (N3B) has announced the recipients of its 2025 Danny Nichols and Dennis Huddleston Memorial Scholarship. Two Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) students, Atalia Archuleta and Jaide Romero, are among the recipients, along with Paul Alcazar, who is pursuing a degree in chemistry from University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA).
The Danny Nichols and Dennis Huddleston Memorial Scholarship is sponsored by N3B each year to honor the lives of longtime Read More
Daily Postcard: Tangerine Trails In Sky Over Alcalde
Daily Postcard: Tangerine trails from UPS cargo jets spotted Jan. 2 over Alcalde. Photo by Johnnie Martinez
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Solar Is Vital To Decarbonization – So Why Stifle Its Growth?
By NICHOLAS THOMPSON
Los Alamos
Recently the rule which governs rooftop solar (E-5) was updated. There were two significant changes that drastically impact the value a homeowner or business can get from installing solar. This, in conjunction with arbitrary limits on the amount of solar allowed to be installed, will hamper residential solar deployment in Los Alamos at a time when we need as much clean energy as we can get.
Starting from the basics, solar systems generate energy during the day when it’s sunny. At night, they don’t do anything. But most people use energy throughout the day and night, Read More
Staff Picks: ‘Favorites From The Collection’ Exhibit Opens In The Governor’s Gallery
Joe Ortega ca. 2010 Wood, paint, gesso 15 3/8 × 9 13/16 × 11 13/16 in. Tesuque, New Mexico, United States, North America. Museum of International Folk Art, Gift of the Friends of Folk Art, A.2014.1.3
MOIFA News:
SANTA FE — Visitors are invited to experience the Museum of International Folk Art collection through a uniquely personal lens with Staff Picks: Favorites from the Collection, currently on view in the Governor’s Gallery at the New Mexico State Capitol through April 25, 2025. This exhibition highlights the hidden treasures and personal favorites of MOIFA staff, selected from the museum’s Read More
Senate Finance Chair Pushes Back On Air Quality Permit Delays And Budget Increase
By ALAINA MENCINGER
The Santa Fe New Mexican
The chairman of the powerful Senate Finance Committee is firing back at the New Mexico Environment Department over a request for more funds, claiming its appeal to increase the Air Quality Bureau’s budget may violate state law.
On Tuesday, the New Mexico Environment Department announced it would delay pending air quality permits due to a lack of funds and would potentially take emergency action to fully suspend deadlines for air quality permits. The department had requested a $4.9 million, or 31%, midyear increase for the Environmental Read More
Water Line Break Closes Bandelier’s Tsankawi Unit
Bandelier’s Tsankawi Unit is temporarily closed due to a water line break. Courtesy/Zachary Whitlow, NPS
NPS News:
A water line break just outside of Bandelier National Park along New Mexico State Highway 4 between White Rock and the Truck Route has temporarily closed Bandelier’s Tsankawi Unit. Los Alamos County utility workers have now isolated the leak and are currently working on repairs. Work is estimated to take at least two days.
A similar issue caused Tsankawi to temporarily close Friday, Jan. 10. It had reopened one week later.
Additional updates will be shared to Bandelier’s Read More
Daily Postcard: Raven Soars Across Sky Above Valle Grande
Daily Postcard: A raven soars across the sky above Valle Grande Jan. 15 at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Valles Caldera National Preserve is home to 196 species of birds. A recent Natural Resource Condition Assessment by the National Park Service determined that ponderosa pine forests are the preferred habitat for 35% of these bird species, which means that areas like History Grove, Banco Bonito and El Cajete Trail are fantastic places to go birdwatching in the park. New birders and avian aficionados are invited to attend ranger-guided birding programs every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Read More
Los Alamos Geological Society Features Ray DeMark Jan. 25
Ray DeMark will speak at the upcoming Los Alamos Geological Society meeting Jan. 25. Courtesy/LAGS
LAGS News:
The Los Alamos Geological Society (LAGS) will meet 7-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Los Alamos Christian Church, 92 East Road.
The guest speaker, Ray DeMark, will speak on “New Mexico Fluorite Locations – Found and Lost”. He gave a shorter version of this talk at last year’s New Mexico Mineral Symposium. New Mexico is blessed with a large number of localities for fluorite, with occurrences in 20 of the 33 counties and more than 600 sites listed in Mindat. While there are several well-known Read More
See Sandhill Cranes And Read With A Ranger Feb. 2
NMHS News:
Los Luceros offers extended hours from sunrise to sunset on the first Sunday of each month. This is a great time of year for visitors to see wintering birds including sandhill cranes, bald eagles, magpies, red-tailed hawks, mourning doves, ravens, crows, juncos, and various species of finches. Guests can also explore the visitor center, capilla (chapel), Victorian cottage, guesthouse, and farmyard. Trails meander around the landscape and to the Rio Grande.
The site will offer “Read with a Ranger” at 11 a.m., Sunday Feb. 2 at Los Luceros Historic Site. Join Ranger Kara for a story Read More
Daily Postcard: Coyotes Spotted In Snow At Valles Caldera
Daily Postcard: Two coyotes spotted in the snow Tuesday at the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Photo by Corey Lycopolus/NPS Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Landscapers Beautify East Road
A crew from Charly Landscaping LLC is on the job today installing trees, shrubbery and garden stones for a New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) beautification project at the corner of East Road and Canyon Road. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Another view of the NMDOT beautification project underway today by a crew from Charly Landscaping LLC at the corner of East Road and Canyon Road. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Daily Postcard: Abert Squirrel Stays Cozy For Winter
Daily Postcard: Abert’s squirrels have some nifty ways of staying cozy this time of year. During the fall, they accumulate extra weight to help keep them warm during the winter season. Their coats also grow thicker, and they get their unique tufted ears. Abert’s squirrels build large nests of twigs and sticks high in trees lined with soft pine down. Sounds nice and warm to us! Courtesy/Bandelier National Monument Read More
Council Tackles Small Business Issues At Work Session
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Again, and again, people have voiced their displeasure at the small business environment in Los Alamos. Fingers are pointed at the County government for its treatment of local entrepreneurs, rent prices for commercial buildings and Los Alamos National Laboratory for usurping all the available spaces.
It is easy to compile a list of grievances but figuring out a solution is much more difficult.
Los Alamos County Council tackled this issue of finding the most effective way to bolster the local business environment during its Read More
