Weekly Fishing Report: May 26, 2024
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports And Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
This time of year the best fishing is usually found in the lakes and reservoirs. Trout will be cruising the warmer, shallow water sometimes surprisingly close to the bank
Stream flows decreased or stayed relatively stable in the smaller streams of Northern New Mexico this past week. It is a little early but runoff may have peaked already. The streamflow levels dropped in the Pecos River and Jemez River. The streamflow in the upper Chama River above El Vado Lake and the Brazos River actually saw a significant increase.
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American Humane: What Cat And Other Pet Owners Need To Know About H5N1 Bird Flu
American Humane News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — There have been recent media reports that cats have died after contracting the H5N1 bird flu.
American Humane’s team of expert veterinarians offers answers and advice for pet owners concerned about the health and welfare of their four-legged family members:
What is the bird flu?
The H5N1 bird flu is a strain of the influenza virus that primarily infects birds.
Can pets catch bird flu?
Yes. Some domestic companion animals, including cats and dogs, can catch the bird flu. However, most cases involve cats with outdoor access. Incidents with dogs are rare. Read More
The Changing Landscape Of Ultrarunning: 25 Years Of Perspective And A Look Forward
Mountaineer speaker Dave Coblentz with his daughter and pacer at the July 2023 Hardrock 100, on his way to 33,000+feet of elevation gain over 102 1/2 miles. Coblentz will recount his ultrarunning adventures at the May 28 meeting. Courtesy photo
By BILL PRIEDHORSKY
Los Alamos Mountaineers
David Coblentz will speak about ultrarunning at the May 28 Mountaineers meeting. In the past 25 years, ultrarunning (running competitions longer than marathon distance) has transitioned from a fringe sport with about 10,000 total finishes in 1998 to more than 130,000 total finishes in 2023.
Consequently, Read More
Op-Ed: New Mexico’s Memorial Day Weekend Made More Expensive By Credit Card Swipe Fees
By BENNY HODGES
Belen
With Memorial Day weekend right around the corner, many Americans will be packing up their cars for trips to their favorite destinations. However, as folks fill up with fuel or stock the cooler with hot dogs and beverages, Visa and Mastercard will be right alongside every swipe of a credit card taking their cut. That’s because, unbeknownst to many, every time a credit card transaction is processed, merchants are charged on average between 1.5-3.5 percent of the total purchase amount, known as a swipe fee.
While initially charged to merchants, swipe fees are passed on to consumers Read More
McQuiston: Safety Tips For Riding On Two Wheels
By ANDREW MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Motorcycles are a big part of summer driving. Many people prefer the freedom of two wheels on the open road during the summer months. Whether it be discovering scenic back roads on a cruiser or burning up the highway on a sports bike, the fact is there is nothing quite like the feeling of open air and warm sunshine on your face as you ride. While this can be a freeing experience, it is not without its own set of dangers.
Motorists should be conscious of motorcycles while sharing the road with our two-wheeled friends. Motorcycles Read More
Superintendent Jennifer Guy Congratulates Class Of 2024
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By JENNIFER GUY
Superintendent
Los Alamos Public SchoolsTo the Class of 2024,
I am honored to congratulate the class of 2024 on your graduation. I am looking forward to seeing the amazing things you accomplish in the future. You are bright, enthusiastic, kind, and caring. You have worked hard to get to this point and should be proud of all you have accomplished.
I have had the pleasure of watching many of you learn and grow since kindergarten. In elementary school, you learned to read, write, and explore the world. In middle school, you learned to navigate social experiences, try different things,
McBride: Tribute To My Mother Brittany Jane Cormier
My family from left, brother Ben McBride, mother Brittany Jane Cormier, sister Chelsie Bourque and me – Andy McBride. Courtesy photo
By Andy McBride
Student Reporter
Los Alamos Daily Post
My birth mother, Brittany Jane Cormier, passed away on Jan. 13, 2021. She had three kids, one girl and two boys. My mother and her best friend Hope Nettelton saved my sister, Chelsie Bourque from a botched murder. My mom was shot in the head after pretending to be her daughter (one of the targets). Although she was out of my life for most of it, she was still my mother.
I had my time of grieving and still to this Read More
