U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Takes Steps To Protect Nation’s Supply Of Gasoline During COVID-19 Pandemic
EPA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Friday several steps the Agency is taking to protect the Nation’s gasoline supply in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
EPA intends to provide additional flexibility to the marketplace to transition from winter-grade, high volatility gasoline to summer-grade low vapor pressure gasoline.
Due to the steep fall-off in gasoline demand as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, gasoline storage capacity is limited and more time is needed to transition the distribution system in order to come into compliance Read More
Chart 13: COVID-19 Daily Cases By County In New Mexico
Chart shows between March 11 and March 28 the daily cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows the cumulative cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows total cumulative tests of COVID-19 statewide in New Mexico, Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows total COVID-19 cases per 10,000 residents statewide in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 208, Second Death
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced today 17 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 11 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 3 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Doña Ana County
- 1 new case in Eddy County
- 1 new case in San Juan County
The Department of Health reported Thursday an additional death in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
That case is:
- A male in his 80s in Bernalillo County. The individual died on Friday, March 27; the individual had been hospitalized. The individual had multiple chronic underlying
County Issues Latest Updates On COVID-19 Pandemic
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is issuing at least weekly updates to keep the community informed about County services, facilities and other information on the COVID-19 public health emergency that it is asked to share with residents by the New Mexico Department of Health.
NMDOH COVID-19 Screening At Overlook In White Rock Thursday
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) will hold a COVID-19 screening 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or while supplies last Thursday, April 2 at Overlook Park in White Rock. Priority testing will be provided for the following:
- People experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 infection:
Animal Clinic Of Los Alamos Providing Service With Safety Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
From the Animal Clinic of Los Alamos:
In light of recent guidance from state officials regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19), we wanted to reassure you that we at Animal Clinic of Los Alamos are here to serve you and your pets.
Our hospital remains open at this time.
To support the health and safety of you, your pets, and our team members, we have implemented strict intake procedures and updated our health and safety guidelines in direct response to the emergence and evolution of the COVID-19:
- CALL AHEAD: If you have a scheduled appointment or a pet emergency, please call 505.662.6622 in advance to discuss
An Open Book: Together
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Los Alamos
How can we feel we are together when we are told to stay in our homes as much as possible, to treat each other as if you (or me) are infected with a deadly disease, where a hug or even a handshake can be the final link in a chain that leads to the death of someone’s grandmother?
If there was any comfort in the days of 9/11, it was that we could feel togetherness. I remember clearly that evening, here in Los Alamos. Without any organization or announcement, it seemed the whole community gathered around Ashley Pond, to cry together and console each other about a world that had turned Read More
Governor Orders Air Travelers To New Mexico To Self-Isolate
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From The Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday issued an executive order requiring air travelers to New Mexico to self-isolate for at least 14 days to help combat the spread of COVID-19.
Air travelers who fail to voluntarily self-isolate will be subject to forced isolation or quarantine by the New Mexico Health Department, Lujan Grisham says in the order.
The majority of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in New Mexico have resulted from interstate and international travel into the state.
“Because some individuals infected with COVID-19
Los Alamos Virtual Teen Center Now Open
TEEN CENTER News:
While the Los Alamos Teen Center, operated by The Family YMCA under a contract with Los Alamos County, is temporarily closed, its staff members have created a new website and an online space where Teen Center staff and teen members can interact via text and voice.
Named, “Los Alamos QUARANTEEN Center”, the website can be reached at www.losalamosquaranteencenter.com and will allow youth to access a curated collection of web resources shared by their favorite Teen Center staff, other teens and community members.
Resources include links to games, music, Ted Talks, cool videos Read More
County Council Chair Sara Scott Issues Update On Local COVID-19 Response Following State’s Recent Actions
By Chair Sara Scott
Los Alamos County Council
In the past week, two important actions have been taken by our state government to limit the spread of COVID-19.
These include the Stay at Home instruction issued by Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel on March 23 and the announcement by Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart (today) that schools would be closed for the remainder of the year.
Our state is also aggressively expanding access and throughput for testing; New Mexico is currently the fourth highest in testing per capita in the nation (New York Times, March 26, 2020). While understanding that Read More
Udall, Heinrich: $150 Billion ‘Marshall Plan’ For Health Care System Included In Emergency Coronavirus Package
U.S. SENATE News:
- Udall, Heinrich, and Senate Democrats secured an additional $55 billion for needs of hospitals and healthcare workers over course of negotiations
- New Mexico and its local governments also can receive up to $1.25 billion in federal reimbursement for pandemic response costs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-NM) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) announced that the coronavirus emergency response bill passed by the Senate on Wednesday will provide more than $150 billion of critical relief to hospitals and health care workers across the nation in response to the COVID-19 Read More
Chart 12: COVID-19 Daily Cases By County In New Mexico
Chart shows between March 11 and March 27 the daily cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows the cumulative cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows total COVID-19 cases statewide in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows number of COVID-19 cases per county across New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 191
STATE News:
- 27 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Eddy County
- 1 new case in Lea County
- 2 new cases in McKinley County
- 1 new case in Rio Arriba County
- 1 new case in Roosevelt County
- 5 new cases in Sandoval County
- 3 new cases in San Juan County
- 7 new cases in Santa Fe County
- 5 new cases in Taos County
- 1 new case in Valencia County
The Department of Health on Thursday reported no additional deaths in the Read More
PED Secretary: K-12 Schools Closed Through Academic Year
Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart
By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com
SANTA FE — Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart hosted a virtual conference call with members of the media 10-11 a.m. today.
Early Childhood Education and Care Secretary Elizabeth Groginsky, Children, Youth and Families Secretary Brian Blalock and Indian Affairs Secretary Lynn Trujillo joined Stewart for the call.
Stewart announced that schools will remain closed through the end of this academic year in May. Educators will communicate with students online and via cell Read More
Los Alamos Family In Quarantine Gets Birthday Surprise
The Los Alamos family seated on the stairs today is in two-week quarantine because they were out of state when all of the social distancing guidelines took affect in New Mexico. Today is their son’s 8th birthday and to help him celebrate, Hill Stomper Ringleader Jeff Favorite is putting on a juggling and fire breathing show. Such a wonderful act to celebrate an otherwise very isolated little birthday boy. Photo by Maggie Moore
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Changes To Council Meeting Due To COVID-19 Pandemic
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council meeting scheduled in Council Chambers 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 will be using a format that complies with the recent New Mexico Department of Health’s public health emergency order governing mass gatherings because of COVID-19.
Public in-person attendance Tuesday evening will not be allowed. Minimal County staff will be in attendance to present items and most Councilors will be participating by phone.
The agenda has been streamlined to focus on time-sensitive matters. Members of the public interested in watching the meeting can view the agenda Read More
Superintendent Responds To Governor’s Announcement
Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus
Los Alamos Public Schools
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus today sent the following letter to parents and families:
Dear LAPS Parents and Families,
Attached is today’s announcement from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Education Secretary Ryan Stewart.
This information tracks closely with what I sent yesterday about our plan called innovative LA learning.
Today, we are working on a special message for high school Read More
Health Department: COVID-19 Testings In Los Alamos April 2
NMDOH News:
Testing people sick (not needing immediate medical attention) or who have recently traveled.
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s reports a COVID-19 screening Thursday, April 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or while supplies last, at Overlook Park in White Rock.
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Priority screening will be provided for the following:
- People experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 infection: fever, cough, or shortness of breath; and
- People who have traveled from Europe (to include Italy), China, Iran, South Korea, Japan, Seattle, New York City, San Francisco and Portland.
It is critical to Read More
New Mexico Governor Announces K-12 School Closings Must Continue To Prevent Potential Spread Of COVID-19
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico public education will shift to a learn-at-home model as schools remain closed for the rest of the academic year, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state education and child care officials announced today.
The decision is part of a two-pronged plan to protect New Mexicans from COVID-19 and ensure that children are protected, fed and educated and that families are supported through this crisis.
The governor previously ordered all public schools closed for three weeks, March 16-April 3, but warned at the time that an extension could be needed. It came today with
U.S. Senators Udall And Heinrich: Coronavirus Relief Bill Provides $377 Billion In Small Business Aid
U.S. SENATE News:
“Payment Protection” loans can be used for payroll, rent, and utilities and will be forgiven and converted to grants if workers are kept on payroll
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) are highlighting that the recently passed Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act includes major provisions to provide relief to small businesses and non-profits hurt by the coronavirus pandemic and its required public health responses.
The bill includes $377 billion in small business aid – including up Read More
Chartwells And LAPS Add Breakfast To Free Meals Program
Chamisa Kindergarten Instructional Assistant Lindsay Young and her children, Kohynn, left, a student at Chamisa and Kyler, a student at Los Alamos Middle School, are ready to hand out lunches at Chamisa Elementary School. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Beginning Monday, March 30, Chartwells and Los Alamos Public Schools will serve free breakfast along with free lunch as part of the Free Emergency Meals program for any child 18 and under.
Meals will be packaged together for one single distribution. Single pick up times are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday at Aspen Elementary School and noon Read More
