Los Alamos National Laboratory: Near-Earth Asteroid Data Helps Probe Possible Fifth Force Of The Universe
Bennu and other nearby asteroids. Courtesy/NASA
LANL News:
- Analysis uses Bennu trajectory in effort to extend the Standard Model of physics
In 2023, the NASA OSIRIS-REx mission returned a sample of dust and rocks collected on the near-Earth asteroid Bennu. In addition to the information about the universe gleaned from the sample itself, the data generated by OSIRIS-REx might also present an opportunity to probe new physics. As described in the journal Communications Physics, a Nature journal, an international research team led by Los Alamos National Laboratory used the asteroid’s tracking Read More
County Wildlife Education: Rocky Mountain Elk Rut Season
The elk is the star of the show during October in the Jemez Mountains. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
During the month of October, the elk becomes the star of the show here in the Jemez Mountains. Known for being more visible and vocal during the fall season, spectators flock to the Valles Caldera National Preserve for a chance to watch and hear these magnificent creatures. But what are the elk doing?
The Rut
Elk behavior during the fall season is called the rut. Elk breed in the fall and exhibit various behaviors that are more aggressive and visible than at other times of year.
- Bulls gather cows and calves
Deer On Patrol Friday At Guaje Pines Cemetery
Deer on patrol Friday at Guaje Pines Cemetery. Photo by Joyce Wolff Read More
EPA Allocating About $24,898,000 To Address Lead And Copper Pipes In New Mexico’s 700 Drinking Water Systems
NMED Secretary James Kenney
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The Biden-Harris Administration this week issued new regulations requiring drinking water systems nationwide to locate and replace lead pipes within a decade, a mandate that will affect hundreds of New Mexican water systems.
In support of this mandate, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is allocating approximately $24,898,000 in new funding for New Mexico’s drinking water infrastructure to pay for lead pipe inventory and replacement projects.
These funds come in the form of loans, subsidies and grants, with at least 49% allocated Read More
Northern Lights Viewed Thursday Night From White Rock
Northern Lights viewed Thursday night from White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Northern Lights viewed Thursday night from White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Daily Postcard: Comet C/2023 A3 Viewed From White Rock
Daily Postcard: Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) is now visible with the naked eye, in the west, just to the left of where the sunsets, after sunset. Tonight it was visible between 7-7:30 p.m. in White Rock. Tomorrow it will be a little bit higher in the evening sky. The tail is also much longer now. The road along the Caldera would be a great place to view it, for those in town too close to the mountains. Photo by Glen Wurden Read More
Northern Lights Viewed From Elk Ridge
Gilman Tunnels To Close For Rock Stabilization Project
Gilman Tunnels will be closed to all traffic Oct. 14-Dec. 1 for a rock stabilization project. Courtesy/SFNF
View of the Gilman Tunnels. Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — Beginning Monday Oct. 14 and extending to Dec. 1, the popular Gilman Tunnels will be closed to all traffic, including motorized, non-motorized, and foot traffic to conduct a rock stabilization project.
“The Jemez Ranger District experienced a storm event in 2022 that caused considerable rock fall at the Gilman Tunnels,” Jemez District Ranger Jeremy Golston said. “At that time, we identified the need to schedule periodic Read More
Pajarito’s 2024 Oktoberfest Set To Celebrate Autumn With Local Breweries And Live Entertainment Oct. 19
Scene from a previous celebration. Courtesy/Pajarito
PAJARITO News:
Pajarito announces its second annual Oktoberfest scheduled for Oct. 19, 2024. This year’s festival will feature local breweries, including Bathtub Row Brewery, Boxing Bear Brewery and La Cumbre Brewery, offering a variety of craft beers that embody the essence of fall.
The festivities will commence at noon with live music performances from Eryn Bent followed by Sunbender. Admission for beer drinkers is $25.
Oktoberfest attendees may also enjoy delicious German favorites from the cafe, along with a variety of lawn games. Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: Oct. 12 2024
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
Streamflows in Northern New Mexico have fallen to the lowest level they have had in months. The Rio Grande at Cerro near the state border near Colorado was flowing at just 66.5 cubic-feet-per-second. The Chama River above the town of Chama was at 21.4 cubic-feet-per-second. The Pecos River was flowing at 42.3 cubic-feet-per-second.
These flows are well-below normal for this time of year. They make for good fishing, but the low water requires a stealthy approach and accurate casts.
The wild brown trout and brook trout are spawning this Read More
Daily Postcard: Northern Lights Color Sky Over Los Alamos
Daily Postcard: The Northern Lights as seen Thursday night from the Main Hill and Canyon Road. Photo by Tim Pacheco
Another view of the Northern Lights as seen Thursday night from the Main Hill and Canyon Road. Photo by Tim Pacheco
Another view of the Northern Lights as seen Thursday night from the Main Hill and Canyon Road. Photo by Tim Pacheco
Another view of the Northern Lights as seen Thursday night from the Main Hill and Canyon Road. Photo by Tim Pacheco Read More
Deer Practice Social Distancing On Lawn At LAMC
Several deer practice social distancing while lounging on the lawn this afternoon at Los Alamos Medical Center. Photo by George Martinez Read More
Aurora Borealis Colors Sky Over White Rock
View of the Aurora Borealis visible Thursday night from White Rock. Photo by Scott RichmondEspañola Mayor: No Excuses For Beautifying Our Valley
By JOHN RAMON VIGIL
Mayor
City of Española
The debate over banning single-use plastic bags is not just a matter of environmental concern—it’s a practical, necessary step to combat the growing litter issue in our Valley.
A significant portion of this litter is caused by the unhoused and unsheltered population, who often use these bags for temporary shelter or bedding. While this is understandable given their circumstances, the unfortunate result is that our streets, parks, and neighborhoods are becoming overwhelmed with discarded plastic bags, contributing to an already rampant trash Read More
Meteor And Aurora Borealis Viewed From Barranca Mesa
A meteor is spotted in the Aurora Borealis viewed Thursday night from Barranca Mesa and the Anniversary Trailhead. Photo by John Stone
Another view of the Aurora Borealis viewed Thursday night from Barranca Mesa and the Anniversary Trailhead. Photo by John Stone
Another view of the Aurora Borealis viewed Thursday night from Barranca Mesa and the Anniversary Trailhead. Photo by John Stone
Another view of the Aurora Borealis viewed Thursday night from Barranca Mesa and the Anniversary Trailhead. Photo by John Stone Read More
NMED Enforcement Actions Generate Millions For New Mexican Taxpayers Statewide In FY 2024
NMED News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) enforcement actions generated more than $30 million across the state in fiscal year 2024, marking a major milestone in efforts to target polluters while improving water systems, reducing carbon emissions, and enhancing environmental health.
The total amount of environmental fines collected by the department––$30.2 million–– exceeded the $25.5 million operating budget ($25.5 million) appropriated by the legislature for the department in FY 2024. This amounts to an 18.43% return on investment at no cost to taxpayers.
“I Read More
Aurora Borealis Viewed From Anderson Overlook
View of the Aurora Borealis Thursday night from Anderson Overlook. Photo by Jeff Hay Read More
Prescribed Fires Tentatively Planned In Cuba Ranger District
Map of the 591-acre Golondrino Mesa prescribed fire area. Courtesy/SFNF
Map of the 864-acre Sanchez prescribed fire area. Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE—Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) Fire managers from the Cuba Ranger District plan to begin ignitions on the 864-acre Sanchez prescribed fire and the 591-acre Golondrino Mesa prescribed fire as early as Nov. 7, 2024.
The project areas are approximately eight miles northeast of Llaves, and adjacent to the Rio Chama Wilderness. Both the Sanchez and Golondrino Mesa prescribed fire projects are part of the Golondrino National Environmental Read More
Northern Lights Color The Sky Over North Mesa
Northern Lights color the sky this evening as viewed from just past the roundabout on North Mesa. Photo by Stephanie Webb Read More
Sen. Heinrich, Colleagues Introduce Resolution To Designate Second Week Of October As National Wildlife Refuge Week
U.S. SENATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined his colleagues to introduce a resolution designating the week of Oct. 13-19, 2024, as National Wildlife Refuge Week.
“National Wildlife Week is an annual reminder of the important work to preserve the ecosystems that support and protect endangered species. I will continue fighting for policies that will conserve the full breadth of American wildlife, delivering on our moral responsibility to protect these wild places and species for future generations Read More
