Obituary: Richard Rolston Sept. 23, 1960 – March 27, 2026
RICHARD ROLSTON September 23, 1960 – March 27, 2026
Richard Rolston, 65, passed away March 27, 2026 after a battle with cancer.
Richard was born September 23, 1960 in La Mesa, California to Frank and Pat Rolston. He was raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He was one of five siblings- Dan (deceased), Tom, Doris (Phil) Logan and Mary. He also leaves behind his nieces Kate, McKenzie and Jazmine, nephews Aaron and Alex, and many beloved cousins.
Richard worked at Smith’s meat department for 10 years. He had a special bond with animals and pets were always drawn to him. Dick loved fishing, had a passion Read More
New Mexico Forestry Division Hot Tip: Pack your go bag
NMFD News:
No one wants to have to evacuate. But the state has already seen wildfires force evacuations this year—and it’s not even May.
The good news: Packing up your go bag is pretty simple, and it takes just a weekend afternoon to gather what you need.
Start with the bag itself: Find a duffel or other large-ish-sized bag that you can keep in a closet or somewhere it’s readily accessible.
Next, pack anything you might need for three nights at an evacuation shelter (or family member’s home). Think: clothes, prescriptions and toiletries. Make copies of important papers like Read More
County Council To Meet In Regular Session April 7
Heinrich, Lee Introduce Legislation Help Schools Re-Envision & Build Vibrant Outdoor Learning Spaces
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and a former outdoor educator, and U.S. Rep. Summer Lee (D-Pa.) introduced the Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act, bicameral legislation to help schools in New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and nationwide transform schoolyards into vibrant, nature-rich spaces for learning, play, and community use.
For many kids, the closest outdoor space is an asphalt schoolyard—offering little opportunity for safe play, shade, or connection to nature. Read More
Donors Needed To Spring Into Action And Give Blood—Two Los Alamos Locations Available Next Week
VITALANT News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Every two seconds, a patient in the U.S. relies on a ready blood supply to provide lifesaving medical care. This April, nonprofit Vitalant urges all who are eligible to spring into action and give blood to keep up with the constant need. Donors who give with Vitalant April 6-30 will automatically be entered to win one of two $10,000 prepaid gift cards in the Groceries for a Year Giveaway.*
Donors of all types are needed to help patients of all blood types. The need is greatest for type O, the most transfused and most compatible when there’s no time to test a patient’s blood Read More
County Hosts Spring DEA Drug Take Back Day April 25
COUNTY News:
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the Los Alamos Police Department will be participating in The DEA Drug Take Back Day. The event will be held from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in The North Parking Lot (off Central Avenue) of the Los Alamos Police Department. Please follow the posted signs and drive through, to the take back boxes. Please dispose of any trash or empty bottles before dropping off. Labels on bottles do not have to be removed, however if you prefer to remove them, please do so beforehand.
For this event, we will have supplies available to assist the community in disposal of liquids and creams, Read More
Rooted In New Mexico, Bueno Foods Continues To Support Communities Across State
COMMUNITY News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Bueno Foods is continuing its long-standing commitment of supporting the community it proudly calls home with a donation valued at $100,000 in food products in 2025. Supporting local families, food banks and community organizations across New Mexico, Bueno Foods plans to continue its support in 2026. As the company approaches its 75th anniversary, it remains committed to strengthening the communities that have supported the brand for generations.
“Our responsibility extends beyond our food products,” said Gene Baca, president of Bueno Foods. “When families Read More
Landscape To Lens—Explore How Sandia Mountains Shape Abstract Film Of Adrian Pijoan
NMA News:
New Mexico Arts invites the public to an artist talk and new film project debut with New Mexico Arts 2026 Artist in Residence Adrian Pijoan 2–3:30 p.m., Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Sandia Mountain Natural History Center.
Join New Mexico Arts (NMA) for a free, in-person presentation with NMA 2026 Artist-in-Residence, Adrian Pijoan. Pijoan, an artist and filmmaker based in Albuquerque, has been in residence at the site since March 6, 2026.
Pijoan is a Mexican American interdisciplinary artist and filmmaker who creates video art, narrative film, and installations exploring non-human Read More
Three Local Dining Locations Close For Easter Weekend
BUSINESS News:
Pig & Fig, Sugar & Cream, and Beef & Leaf will be closed Saturday, April 4–Monday, April 6 so that our employees can enjoy Easter weekend with their family and loved ones!
Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we wish you a Happy Easter! Read More
Dannemann: Making New Mexicans Healthier
By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
© 2026 by Merilee Dannemann
The president’s nominee for Surgeon General of the United States, questioned by a Senate committee, was asked about her views on vaccines and birth control medications. She gave similar responses on both issues. She said both vaccines and contraceptive medications have side effects that may affect some people more than others, and patients or parents should have in-depth conversations with their doctors.
The nominee is Dr. Casey Means. This interview was in late February. As of the date I’m writing this, her nomination Read More
New Transformer Installation In White Rock After Failure
New power substation being installed at the intersection of SR4 and Monte Rey Drive South. More information from the County can be found here. The wires at the top right go about a half mile to the Lab’s main line that crosses the Rio Grande south of here and into the Lab west of White Rock. Photo by Bob Reedy Read More
Currier: New Mexico Energy—Proud to Be Here, Ready to Be Seen
By MISSI CURRIER
President & CEO
New Mexico Oil and Gas Association
I grew up in Carlsbad, New Mexico. I went away for college, but I came back as quickly as I could. Coming home was always the goal, and I’m proud to be back. I love this state. I love its people, its landscape, and its stubborn independence. The oil and gas industry I represent is made up of people just like me: New Mexicans who were born here, who raised families here, who chose to build their lives and their livelihoods here.
So, I’ll confess that reading about Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows entertaining the idea of expanding Read More
Fentanyl: Know The Risks, Protect Your Community
DEA News:
The dangers of fentanyl and tactics of manufacturers and distributors continue to evolve. The Drug Enforcement Administration’s Fentanyl Free America initiative is committed to protecting you, your family, and your community from the harm caused by new fentanyl trends.
Counterfeit and contaminated pills continue to present a serious threat. Illicit fentanyl is frequently mixed into medications to look like legitimate prescription drugs. This makes it harder to detect illicit drugs—and far more dangerous.
Operation Fentanyl Free America has taken more than 4.7 millions Read More
New Mexican German Economic Alliance Launches To Forge Direct Transatlantic Trade & Investment Bridge
NMGEA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico’s economic landscape is set for a major international push with the formal launch of the New Mexican German Economic Alliance (NMGEA), a business league dedicated to creating sustainable bilateral trade and investment opportunities between New Mexico and Germany.
Bob Perls, the President of NMGEA, Honorary Consul for Germany in New Mexico, and former NM State Representative, introduced its official mission today; “To serve as the bridge connecting markets between New Mexico and Germany.”
“We have a stellar steering committee made up of local private Read More
Annual Youth Shakespeare Festival Santa Fe 2026 May 1–3
THEATER News:
Upstart Crows of Santa Fe presents the 2026 Youth Shakespeare Festival Santa Fe at The Crows’ Nest (7 Caliente Road, Building 1 at La Tienda in Eldorado, Santa Fe) at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, and at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 3.
Tickets at the door or online:
https://www.upstartcrowsofsantafe.org/upcoming-workshops-1
The tenth annual Youth Shakespeare Festival features scenes from As You Like It, Antony and Cleopatra, Hamlet, King Lear, Macbeth, The Merchant of Venice, The Tempest, The Winter’s Tale, Romeo and Juliet, King Henry V,I, Part 3, King John, King Richard Read More
Op-Ed: New Mexico Is Open For Doctors — And That’s Good News For All Of Us
By ANNIE JUNG
Executive Director
New Mexico Medical Society
If you have ever waited six weeks to see a specialist, driven an hour each way to find a doctor who takes your insurance, or been told your community clinic is closing, you already understand the stakes of physician recruitment and retention. It is not an abstract policy debate. It is your health, and your family’s health, on the line. New Mexico has faced a physician shortage for years — and this session, our state took the most significant action in a generation to fix it.
A Landmark Fix to Medical Malpractice: HB 99
No single issue has driven Read More
Pecos-Las Vegas Ranger District Announces Opening Dates For Roads, Recreation Sites, And Forest Product Sales
A volunteer with the Pecos Ambassador Program picks up trash in Pecos Canyon, a reminder that we rely on dedicated volunteers to help keep the canyon clean and beautiful. Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — The Pecos–Las Vegas Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest announces the official opening of the district to public access for the 2026 season. Beginning Thursday, April 2, gates, roads, and recreation sites in the district will be open for public use. Firewood permit sales will begin Wednesday, April 15.
As people plan their outdoor adventures this spring, the Forest Service encourages Read More
McQuiston: Driving In Los Alamos Is Unlike Anywhere Else
By ALLEN MCQUISTONJemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Los Alamos isn’t just a town, it’s a landscape. The roads wind through canyons, hills, and mesas, where weather and wildlife create challenges that outsiders rarely anticipate. Even seasoned locals sometimes underestimate how quickly conditions can change.
- Microclimates That Change in Minutes
You might leave your house on a clear street only to encounter ice a few blocks away. Shaded roads, canyon curves, and higher elevations mean frost and slick spots appear suddenly. Locals know the worst trouble spots: Diamond
New Mexico Children’s Foundation Invites Public To An Evening With Kinderszenen String Quartet May 21
NMCF News:
The public is invited to join New Mexico Children’s Foundation (NMCF) for an intimate evening of connection and purpose at the Governor’s Mansion.
From 5-6:30 p.m., May 21, guests will gather in one of New Mexico’s most iconic and elegant settings, with live music from the Kinderszenen String Quartet providing a beautiful backdrop to the evening.
This gathering is designed to bring people together—to connect, reflect, and celebrate the impact we can make for children and families across our state.
Through the work of the New Mexico Children’s Foundation, grassroots nonprofits Read More
County Assessor Reminds Los Alamos Property Owners To Review Notices Of Value
COUNTY News:
County Assessor George Chandler reminds Los Alamos property owners that Notices of Value (NOV) were mailed on April 1, 2026, for all property valued for property taxes, including residential, non-residential, business personal property, and livestock.
These notices list the current ownership, legal description, claimed exemptions, classification, and the valuation for each property. Details about these items are explained in the “Guide to Understanding Your Property Assessment” included with the NOV. The Assessor asks owners to review their NOV’s to ascertain that Read More
