Patterson Siblings Express Awe For Healthcare Workers
Noah, Grace and Luke Patterson of Los Alamos thank the healthcare workers at Los Alamos Medical Center for all of the service they have done for this community. ‘Thank you for always being there for us and helping us no matter what. We are in awe of your bravery and willingness to help people throughout these difficult times. You are the best!’ Photo by Christy Patterson Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 14,251 With 6 New Deaths And 6,118 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 238 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 11 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update announces 6 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 97 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 4 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 20 new cases in Curry County
- 21 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 6 new cases in Eddy County
- 2 new cases in Grant County
- 2 new cases in Hidalgo County
Chart 117: COVID-19 In New Mexico July 9
Los Alamos County Continues Response Against COVID-19
Shoppers embrace COVID-19 safety practices on Central Avenue. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com
As the COVID-19 pandemic grows and cases increase in the Southwest, New Mexico continues to update its response. Last week Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued public health orders, including the newly instituted face covering mandate enforcement.
In a legal finding, Attorney General Hector Balderas wrote, “Pursuant to Section 24-1-21, “any person violating any of the provisions of . . . any order . . . adopted pursuant Read More
Life After 50: Make America Smart Again
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
Los Alamos Retired & Senior Organization
Last night I ran across a gentleman who had a Los Alamos hat on that read, “Make America Smart Again”.
That my friends requires the attention of us all.
I am happy to announce that contracts are in place for the new fiscal year, at both senior centers. Questions have already arisen and I welcome your questions, input, complaints and compliments. They should always be directed to 505.662.8920 or Director@losalamosseniorcenter.com.
The senior centers now have gone to one lunch menu, for both facilities, Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: At Violas Restaurant
On the job in Los Alamos this afternoon are Viola’s Restaurant owner Belinda Jaramillo and cook Bernardo Bojorquez delivering food to patrons at their cars in the parking lot at Trinity Dr. Viola’s is not yet offering inside dining. For more information or to place an order for pick-up, call 505.662.5617. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 14,017 With 8 New Deaths And 6,051 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 290 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 11 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update announces 8 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 99 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 14 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 6 new cases in Curry County
- 53 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 9 new cases in Eddy County
- 3 new cases in Grant County
- 1 new case in Hidalgo County
Make-A-Wish NM Hosts Virtual Wine & Wishes Gala 2020
Make-A-Wish New MexicoNews:
ALBUQUERQUE — Each year, Make-A-Wish New Mexico partners with businesses and individuals across the community to host a Wine & Wishes Gala to raise funds to grant life-changing wishes for children battling critical illnesses.
The gala was originally scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2020 but was postponed until July 10 due to COVID-19. Since large gatherings are still not possible, Make-A-Wish New Mexico decided to move forward with a virtual gala.
This year’s virtual Wine & Wishes will be broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, July 10. The gala also will include Read More
Chart 116: COVID-19 In New Mexico July 8
The percentage of COVID-19 tests that were positive by county. Statewide, 3.7 percent of all tests were positive. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
Capulin Volcano National Monument Programs On Hold Due To Increase Of COVID-19 Cases In Area
Capulin Volcano National Monument, part of the Raton-Clayton Volcanic Field in northeast New Mexico, is putting programs on hold through at least Aug. 16 due to the increase of COVID-19 cases in the area. Capulin Mountain, which last erupted 58,000 to 62,000 years ago, rises more than 1,000 feet above its base. Courtesy/
NPS News:
Due to the State of New Mexico health order, and the increase of COVID-19 cases in the area, Capulin Volcano National Monument is putting programs on hold through at least Aug. 16.
“We really wanted to find a way to have some programming but keep the public Read More
Skolnik: Where Do We Really Stand On COVID-19?
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos
The President, the Vice-President and other political leaders say that we lead the world in COVID-19 testing, our COVID-19 death rates are better than many other countries, and our efforts against the outbreak are bearing fruit. To protect ourselves and our families, we must know if the above is true. We must also understand how the U.S. is really doing against COVID-19 if we are to encourage appropriate policies to address it.
We are 13th globally in the total number of reported cases per million population. We have more cases per million than any other high-income Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 13,727 With 4 New Deaths And 5,986 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 221 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County now at 11 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update announces 4 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 88 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 6 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 2 new cases in Curry County
- 24 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 3 new cases in Eddy County
- 7 new cases in Lea County
- 2 new cases in Los Alamos County
- 8 new
Steinhaus: Update From Los Alamos Public Schools
From Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus
Los Alamos Public Schools
Dear LAPS Parents and Families,
I am pleased to report that 2,816 students have registered for the Hybrid (2,572, 91.3%) or Online (244, 8.7%) option – thank you!
For those still considering options, please make every effort to complete a registration for each child by 5:00 pm on Wednesday July 8, 2020. Your choice will help in determining the right level of staffing to meet student needs.
Both options will provide highly skilled teachers facilitating hands-on minds-on activities, social emotional learning, and a full curriculum.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Signs Measure To Help Small Businesses Recover From COVID-19
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today delivered hundreds of millions of dollars for low-interest, low-risk loans to help small New Mexico businesses recover financially from COVID-19.
The Small Business Recovery Act of 2020 allocates $400 million from the state’s $5 billion Severance Tax Permanent Fund for loans to small New Mexico businesses and nonprofits and almost $50 million for loans to local governments.
Eligible businesses and nonprofits may borrow two times their average monthly expenses up to a maximum of $75,000. The measure sets Read More
HSD: Issuing $67 Million In Pandemic EBT Cards For Kids
HSD News:
…Supplements for school-age children receiving free or reduced-price lunches
SANTA FE – About 168,000 New Mexico families whose children receive free or reduced-price lunch at school will receive $67 million in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, or food stamps, this week, the Human Services Department (HSD) announced today.
The benefits will be issued on Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer cards in the name of the oldest child in each household and mailed out this week.
More than 250,000 school-age children in New Mexico qualify for the P-EBT Read More
LAMC Announces 2020 Mercy Award Winner Joyce Richins
Joyce Richins
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) has announced that Infection Preventionist Joyce Richins, RN, has been recognized as the hospital’s 2020 Mercy Award winner.
The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of LifePoint Health’s hospitals who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded.
Richins is recognized for demonstrating compassion and unwavering commitment to helping others.
The Mercy Award is an annual recognition program established in 2002 to honor the life and contributions of Scott Read More
Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office To Limit In-Person Services, As COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Continues
County Clerk Naomi Maestas
COUNTY CLERK News:
Due to growing COVID-19 concerns, and in continuing to align with directives from the Governor’s Office and Los Alamos County, County Clerk Naomi Maestas is taking proactive measures.
Beginning today, July 6 until further notice, the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office will suspend all in-person services and transactions. Customers may drop off items in the designated Drop-Box located outside the Clerk’s Office.
Staff will process Drop-Box items and be available to assist customers by phone and/or email 8 a.m. to noon and 1-5 p.m., Monday through Read More
Chart 114: COVID-19 In New Mexico July 6
The number of diagnoses in Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos counties versus date. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 13,507 With 2 New Deaths And 5,902 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 253 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County now at 9 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update announces 2 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 60 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 6 new cases in Chaves County
- 8 new cases in Cibola County
- 6 new cases in Curry County
- 85 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 2 new cases in Eddy County
- 1 new case in Hidalgo County
- 17 new cases in Lea County
- 1 new case
COVID-19 Testing At Los Alamos Public Health Office
The New Mexico Department of Health Public Health Office in Los Alamos offers COVID-19 testing via appointment 8-11a.m. Monday-Friday. Call 505.662.4038 at schedule an appointment. Courtesy/LAC Read More
