Sen. Gonzales: Protecting Northern New Mexico’s Land, Water, And Communities From Wildfire
By Sen. Bobby Gonzales
District: 6
Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe & Taos
In northern New Mexico, wildfire is not an abstract threat—it is something we have lived through, endured, and are still recovering from.
Communities across Taos, Mora, San Miguel, and Colfax counties know this all too well. The Hermits Peak–Calf Canyon Fire burned hundreds of thousands of acres, displaced families, damaged acequias, destroyed grazing lands, and forever altered watersheds that our villages and pueblos rely on. The scars remain visible today—not just on the land, but in the lives of the people who
Daily Postcard: Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel At VCNP
Daily Postcard: A golden-mantled ground squirrel at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy/NPS Read More
Fuselier: The Mirrors Of Our Lives
By ROBERT FUSELIER
Los Alamos
Whether we want to admit it or not, the subconscious parts of our mind (the majority of our brain) is programmed to see life as a choice: is this good for my survival or is this harmful for my survival. We share this programming with every living thing. Even plants, which have no nervous system as we know it, react to their environment through this paradigm.
Our minds are programmed to see the world through the dualistic lens of either/or. This/they are either on our side and good or this/they are against us and are bad. Unfortunately, this view is an extremely limited view Read More
Legislative Roundup: 8 Days Left In Session
Jordan Garcia, alongside students from West Las Vegas, dance to La Bamba while practicing for their performance later in the day outside of the Capitol building on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. Gabriela Campos/The New Mexican
The Santa Fe New Mexican
Capital outlay bill: The Senate Finance Committee Thursday morning unanimously approved a bill to rein in the problem of billions of dollars going unspent in capital outlay.
House Bill 247, sponsored by Derrick Lente, D-Sandia Pueblo, limits reauthorizations for capital projects.
A growing backlog of projects and unspent funds has been a concern Read More
New Mexico Environment Department Addresses Repeal Of EPA Endangerment Finding
NMED Secretary James Kenney
NMED News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) Secretary James Kenney issued the following statement today regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s repeal of its “endangerment finding” — a policy that has served as the bedrock for federal environment and health advancements for decades:
“Today, the federal government destroyed decades of established policies grounded in hard science recognized by the American and global scientific community. As a science-based organization working to help New Mexicans breathe cleaner air Read More
New Mexico’s Law Makers Facing Medical Malpractice Bill With Higher Caps For Big Hospitals
The Roundhouse in Santa Fe. Post file photo
By MARGARET O’HARA
The Santa Fe New Mexican
New Mexico lawmakers are moving forward with a new version of a medical malpractice overhaul bill that would limit the amount jurors could award in punitive damages but includes a higher cap for large hospital systems than other providers.
The House Judiciary Committee voted unanimously Wednesday evening to approve House Bill 99 after stripping an amendment that would have left punitive damages uncapped for corporate hospitals. The bill still has to make it through a House floor vote, as well as the Senate Read More
Legislation Passes Senate And House Committee That Would Provide $2.5 Million More Annually For New Mexico Acequia Infrastructure
By CORMAC DODD
The Santa Fe New Mexican
New Mexico lawmakers could increase the annual funding pool for acequia infrastructure as communities with the traditional ditch systems, particularly in the northern part of the state, continue to grapple with the impacts of flooding and wildfires.
Senate Bill 193 would raise the annual amount that goes into a state fund for community irrigation ditches to $5 million from $2.5 million, giving acequia organizations a wider pot of state money to tackle a backlog of repairs and construction.
The bill moved through the Senate on a vote of 28-10 Tuesday, Read More
Community Invited To Panel Discussion On ‘Health Care In Northern New Mexico: Changing Landscape’ At SALA
Obituary: Charles Alfred Anderson March 2, 1935 – Jan. 26, 2026
CHARLES ALFRED ANDERSON March 2, 1935 – Jan. 26, 2026
Charles Alfred Anderson, born March 2, 1935, in Brockway, Pennsylvania, to Carl Arthur and Lillian Anderson, passed away on January 26, after a life defined by academic curiosity and scholarship. The son of dairy farmers and grandson of Swedish immigrants, Charles—known to all as Chuck—was the first of the extended Anderson/Johnson clan to attend college.
With determination and academic talent, Chuck attended Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics. Read More
41st Annual Corrida De Los Locos 5-Mile Race March 7
SFStriders News:
The Santa Fe Striders are proud to announce the 41st Annual Corrida de Los Locos 5-mile race and free 1-mile kids fun run scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026. This year’s event is open to runners and walkers to participate in an event that offers scenic views of the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
The 5-mile race will begin at 8 am at the Municipal Recreation Sports Complex – 205 Caja Del Rio Road. The course is out and back on the historic El Camino Real Trail. The 1-mile free kids fun run will start after the 5-mile race is over.
“We are incredibly excited for this year’s Read More
Home Country: Dear Billy
Home Country
By Slim Randles
I don’t mind Boots. He just curls up quietly against my belly and stays put. But sleeping with Desdemona can be a bit unnerving. She snores. Sometimes she gets little bad dreams and scratches me, too. But hey, I get to come in out of the cold and sleep with Aunt Ada’s cats on her sofa, and a guy can tolerate a certain amount of cat snoring for that.
I was glad when I heard Aunt Ada puttering in the kitchen because I knew it was time to get up. After she let me out, she fed me, and let me tell you … that kibble was just as good this morning as it was yesterday. And then she petted me, called Read More
Los Alamos County Council Celebrates How Teamwork, Compassion And Unity Saves Man’s Life
Los Alamos County Council gathers with Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) staff and residents Diane and Anthony Montoya, seated at center, to honor the Phoenix Award recipients during Tuesday’s work session. Back row from left, Deputy Fire Chief Tim Johnson, Firefighter Nicholas Lopez, Councilor David Reagor, Driver Engineer Michael Manzanares, Firefighter Jennifer Edmunds, Firefighter Paramedic Brian Thomas, Driver Engineer Paramedic Dustin Rogers, Council Chair Randall Ryti and EMS Division Chief Manuel Pacheco. Front row from left, Council Vice Chair Ryn Herrmann, Councilor Read More
Bill To Curb New Mexico License Plate Data Sharing Heads To Senate Floor
State Police Chief Troy Weisler
By CLARA BATES
The Santa Fe New Mexican
An effort to restrict out-of-state agencies from using license plate camera data in New Mexico to enforce things like immigration laws or other states’ abortion bans is moving forward.
The “Driver Privacy and Safety Act” passed the state Senate Judiciary Committee Monday afternoon with unanimous support, despite some misgivings from a pair of Republicans on the committee. It will head next to the Senate floor for a vote.
“If we don’t put basic guardrails on, this is a really dangerous tool,” Senate Majority Leader Read More
Los Alamos County’s Julie Williams-Hill To Retire Following 24 Years Of Service
Los Alamos County Public Information Officer Julie Williams-Hill in her office on Tuesday, is set to retire this Friday following 24 years of service to the County and community. Photo by Carol A. Clarkladailypost.com/
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Following 24 years of service, Los Alamos County Public Information Officer (PIO) Julie Williams-Hill will retire on Friday, Jan. 13.
“I am deeply thankful to Los Alamos County and the community for a rewarding 24-year career,” Williams-Hill told the Los Alamos Daily Post. “It has been a privilege to work in Read More
Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service Closing Its Doors But Other Options Are Available To Those In Need
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The closure of Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service (LAVNS) on Feb. 20 after more than 50 years of service marks the end of a significant chapter in Los Alamos.
However, it is not the end of the story; there are still options available to those who utilized LAVNS’ services.
LAVNS Clinical Manager Susan Edwards noted that there are several home health care and hospice options available.
Home Health Agencies:
- La Vida Bella Home Health & Hospice
- Presbyterian Home Health
Hospice:
- Ambercare
- Red Willow
- Roadrunner Hospice
- Del Corazon
Locals Collaborate On Book Of Los Alamos Myths
COMMUNITY News:
A new book invites readers inside the unofficial history of one of America’s most secretive towns. Urban Myths of Los Alamos, by Mark David Albertson with illustrations and contributions by Petr Jandacek, collects the strange, humorous, and unsettling stories that have circulated for decades in the Atomic City.
Los Alamos is best known as the birthplace of the atomic bomb, but life inside a town built on secrecy produced something else as well: folklore. Ghosts in tunnels, monsters at cemeteries, vanished ducks, flying propane tanks, mysterious sirens, and even rumors of Read More
Thirteen Los Alamos County Elected Officials Endorse Katharine Clark For New Mexico Secretary Of State
Katharine Clark
Candidate for New Mexico Secretary of State
By KARYL ANN ARMBRUSTER
Los Alamos
Thirteen Los Alamos County elected officials announced their endorsement of Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine Clark for New Mexico Secretary of State, citing her effectiveness as Santa Fe County Clerk.
Clark has led one of the most advanced election operations in the state. Santa Fe County consistently delivers high-turnout elections among New Mexico’s largest counties, demonstrating that voter participation, accessibility, and operational discipline can be strengthened simultaneously. Read More
Senate Panel Rejects Bid To Classify Nuclear As Renewable Energy In New Mexico
Members of the Senate Conservation Committee meet Saturday, Feb. 8, 2026, at the Roundhouse in Santa Fe to discuss a bill that would classify nuclear energy as renewable under the state’s renewable portfolio standard; the committee later voted Tuesday to reject the bill with a ‘Do Not Pass’ recommendation. Courtesy image
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com
SANTA FE – A proposal to classify nuclear power as a form of renewable energy in New Mexico was effectively killed Tuesday in the Senate Conservation Committee, where lawmakers voted 5-4 on a do-not-pass motion Read More
SWAIA Announces 2026 Board Appointments
Leslie Wheelock
SWAIA News:
The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) is pleased to announce the Executive Committee of its Board of Directors for 2026. The former Chair of the Board, Dawn Houle, and the former Treasurer of the Board, Tom Teagarden, have reached the end of their terms as Executive Committee Chair and Treasurer, respectively. Both Dawn and Tom will continue to play important roles supporting the organization’s continuing growth. SWAIA thanks both Dawn and Tom for their service, leadership, and dedication. Their commitment and contributions have played an important Read More
Legislative Roundup: 9 Days Left In Session
House Speaker Javier Martínez, right, marches with members of Somos Acción and other demonstrators along Paseo de Peralta while heading to the state Capitol on Jan. 26 during an Immigrant and Worker Day of Action rally.
The Santa Fe New Mexican
System out of order: New Mexico’s struggles with rising health care costs are a symptom of America’s private health care model, House Speaker Javier Martínez said Wednesday.
“I think this country’s original sin with regard to health care was 65 years ago when they decided to make health care for-profit,” the Albuquerque Read More
