From Shuttle Camp To Spaceship: Launch Pad Lecture At NM Museum Of Space History Feb. 6
Tori Crichton
NMDCA News:
ALAMOGORDO — Join Las Cruces native and Virgin Galactic propulsion engineer Tori Crichton for an engaging look at the thrilling world of commercial spaceflight 9–10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 6, at the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium. Drawing from personal experiences—from attending shuttle camp at New Mexico Museum of Space History as a child to earning dual degrees at New Mexico State University—Crichton’s presentation explores the engineering behind Virgin Galactic and its systems.
Learn about the innovations that Read More
NNMC Study Finds Attitude Makes All The Difference In Saving Energy At Home
Steph Zawadzki
NMMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — People often feel helpless to make a difference in large-scale issues such as climate change.
Yet according to Steph Zawadzki, MSc, assistant professor of psychology in Northern New Mexico College’s Arts & Human Sciences Department, available data suggests that the residential sector accounts for one fifth of all energy use for the entire grid. That means that simple actions to reduce energy usage in our homes can have a sizable impact on our environment. Zawadzki is the lead researcher on a groundbreaking new study that reveals that people who believe Read More
Feds Approve New Mexico’s $382M Broadband Plan
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The federal government today approved New Mexico’s landmark $382 million broadband infrastructure proposal, unlocking funding to connect more than 42,500 unserved and underserved locations statewide.
The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) will award 31 grants through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program – the state’s largest broadband funding initiative. The BEAD program was created when President Joe Biden signed the Infrastructure Read More
Celebrate HAM Day At NM Museum Of Space History Jan. 31
NMDCA News:
Celebrate Astro-Chimp HAM and his contribution to America’s space program at New Mexico Museum of Space History on Science Saturday to commemorate HAM’s launch 157 miles into space on Jan. 31, 1961, paving the way for the US Space program.
From 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, NMMSH is partnering with the Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce for an explanation of the role all the Astro-Chimps played in preparing the way for humans in space.
The New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium at New Mexico Museum of Space History, 3198 State Route 2001, Alamogordo, NM. Science Saturday Read More
Legislative Roundup: 23 Days Left In Session
Representatives of the New Mexico Primary Care Association pass out teddy bears to legislators and staff around the Roundhouse for Primary Care Day, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, as the legislature starts to kick into full gear on the second week of the 30-day session. Photo by Jim Weber/The New Mexican
Yvette Ramirez Ammerman, CEO at the New Mexico Primary Care Association, passes out teddy bears to legislators and staff around the Roundhouse for Primary Care Day Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, as the legislature starts to kick into full gear on the second week of the 30-day session. Photo by Jim Weber/The Read More
LAHS Students Plan Protest Of ICE Abuses Friday
By ABEL SAYRE
Co-organizer
LAHS student
The Los Alamos chapter of Indivisible is pleased to support a student organized walkout and protest at LA High School this Friday Jan. 30, in response to the widespread abuses by ICE in Minneapolis and around the nation.
Leaving the school at 1 p.m., students and their supporters will march to Ashley Pond, where a rally will be held at about 1:30 p.m.
Indivisible encourages people of all ages who are fed up to attend the march and/or rally, and bring signs, noisemakers, and more. Read More
Lawmakers Lament Bleak—But Fixable—Future Of Health Care In New Mexico
By MARGARET O’HARA
The Santa Fe New Mexican
Even among the people in charge of health care in New Mexico, health care can be hard to find.
“Raise your hand if you can navigate the health care system in New Mexico,” Sen. George Muñoz, D-Gallup, said Tuesday during a meeting of the Senate Finance Committee, which he chairs.
Not even the committee’s presenters—including three Cabinet secretaries and the head of the University of New Mexico Health System—raised their hands in response.
Frustrations around lack of access to health care were among the major themes as senators Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Jan. 30-Feb. 5, 2026
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Jan. 30-Feb. 5, 2026:
Friday, Jan. 30, 2026
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 1-27-26
- 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce “Los Alamos County Manager Update”
- 7 p.m. — PAC 8 Summer Media Classes
Catch Of The Week: Your Cloud Account Is Blocked!
From left to right: Cloud storage phishing email, Body of cloud storage phishing email, and Scam link from the email. Courtesy images
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
If you’ve recently received an email claiming “your cloud account has been blocked”, you’re not alone. This is a growing phishing scam designed to look urgent, official, and just believable enough to trigger a response. Don’t fall for it, it’s just another scam.
These messages usually warn of suspicious activity, multiple failed login attempts, or a locked account that requires immediate action. Read More
Supreme Court Rules On Exclusion Of Expert Witness Affidavit In Malpractice Case
NMSC News:
SANTA FE — The state Supreme Court ruled that a trial court acted properly in striking a sworn statement of an expert witness in a medical malpractice case because it was filed months after a court-imposed deadline for submitting such evidence.
In a unanimous opinion, the Court concluded that the district court in Bernalillo County “properly exercised its inherent authority to enforce its scheduling order” that governed when certain events must occur in the case.
The justices rejected arguments that the trial court had effectively imposed a sanction of dismissal of the case by its Read More
LA School Of Gymnastics: Status Of North Mesa Building
By Loui Janecky – Director
Miles Beaux – board president
Los Alamos School of Gymnastics
To the community of Los Alamos & White Rock,
We are receiving many calls from members of the community about the disposition of our building (Los Alamos School of Gymnastics) on North Mesa. We are hearing from both children’s and adult groups – recreational activities, from sports to arts and crafts type ventures. We are also receiving calls from social groups looking for a place to meet and a few people who have private businesses needing space. Many people are interested in renting Read More
ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® RV Reservations Open Today
AIBF News:
ALBUQUERQUE — RV reservations for the 54th ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, set to launch Oct. 3-11, 2026, will open at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 28.
The reservation link, booking.staylist.app/balloonfiesta/single, will open a waiting room approximately 20 minutes before reservations open.
Guests are encouraged to review cancellation policies, RV forms and maps, and frequently asked questions on the Balloon Fiesta website before booking a reservation.
“RVing is a wonderful way to experience Balloon Fiesta,” Julie Morgas Baca, AIBF Executive Director Read More
Ice Fishing Season Opens At Eagle Nest Lake State Park
Photo by Jordan Mitchell, Eagle Nest Lake State Park Superintendent
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — Eagle Nest Lake State Park opened for ice fishing this week after recent cold temperatures thickened the ice to safe levels, but state officials are reminding anglers that venturing onto frozen water always carries risk.
“We once again welcome outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the winter fishing season. However, we advise them to take precautions to ensure that their outings are safe,” said Toby Velásquez, director of New Mexico State Parks.
State Park officials recommend the following safety precautions: Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Proclaims Feb. 3 Behavioral Health Day
HCA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Behavioral Health Planning Council will host its 21st annual Behavioral Health Day Tuesday, Feb. 3, at Hotel Glorieta in Santa Fe, convening advocates, providers, and policymakers to spotlight the importance of mental health and substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery.
This year’s theme, “Cultivating a Culture of Healing,” reflects the state’s commitment to expanding culturally responsive behavioral health services. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued a proclamation recognizing New Mexico’s efforts to advance culturally responsive Read More
Daily Postcard: Tangerine Sunrise Decorates Sky
Daily Postcard: A tangerine sunrise decorates the sky this morning over White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Op-Ed: Hold The line In Hard Times
By ERIC SCHALLER
Los Alamos
I used to work in a level 1 trauma center’s Emergency Department. Occasionally, we saw the results of horrible, evil things come in the door. Things that could rattle the most seasoned docs, nurses, techs, and researchers. Things that I don’t talk about. Things that make you question the assumption that humanity is basically good. Things that make you question whether what you are doing is worthwhile. Things that can make you become cynical and turn your back on trying to help people.
To help myself and my team cope with things like this, I developed the following
New Mexico Lawmakers Aim To Prevent Sunset Of Pet Food Fee For Spay And Neuter Programs
Senate Majority Leader Peter Wirth, a Santa Fe Democrat, defends a law that helps fund spay and neuter programs during a Senate Conservation Committee meeting at the state Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. The law, which calls for a fee on pet food to fund the programs, is scheduled to sunset. Jim Weber/The New Mexican
By LILY ALEXANDER
The Santa Fe New Mexican
A pet food manufacturer fee that could provide an estimated $1.37 million annually to make spay and neuter programs affordable for low-income pet owners in New Mexico faces a sunset date in July.
Some state lawmakers are trying to throw Read More
Los Alamos 2025 Crime Statistics Reflect 20% Drop
By Chief Dino Sgambellone
Los Alamos Police Department
Overall, crime reported to police in all categories fell 20%, with Crimes Against Persons increasing from 47 to 56, Crimes Against Property decreasing from 153 to 110, and Crimes Against Society decreasing from 22 to 12.
Consistent with crime reported to police in 2024, larceny/theft and fraud cases continue to drive higher crime rates within the community.
Citizens are encouraged to remain vigilant in their neighborhoods and should secure personal belongings, vehicles, and residences. Please feel free to contact the Police Department Read More
Los Alamos High School To Host Peaceful Ice Walkout Friday
Shin: Los Alamos Family Eyecare Announces Sponsorship Of Movie ‘Sight’ Feb. 14 At SALA Event Center
By LISA SHIN
Optometrist
Los Alamos Family Eyecare, PC
Dear Friends:
Happy New Year! It is hard to believe that 2026 marks 29 years of providing eye care to the incredible community of Los Alamos. Stay tuned for a big celebration of 30 years in the near future.
If your child is nearsighted, talk to us about myopia management. Did you know that myopia greatly increases your child’s risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration?
Specialized contact lenses for both daytime or nighttime wear as well as Atropine eye drops can significantly decrease Read More
