Hilltopper Boys Basketball Team Loses To Mesa Vista 44-62
Beau Ward drives the lane for a layup basket in the game hosted by the Los Alamos High School boys basketball team Saturday afternoon against the Mesa Vista Trojans played in Griffith Gymnasium. The high-energy match was back and forth, but the Toppers struggled to answer the Trojans relentless attacks. In the third quarter Lan Frazier got hot with several 3pt shots but couldn’t overcome the lead the Trojans had built. The final score was 44-62. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Mateo Montoya makes a breakaway layup. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Dylan Baca drives the lane for Read More
USDA Announces New Presidential Appointee Travis L. Day To Serve Rural New Mexico
Travis L. Day
USDA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced Travis L. Day is appointed by President Donald Trump to serve as the USDA Rural Development State Director for the state of New Mexico.
Director Day will implement President Trump’s America First agenda at USDA Rural Development, ensuring the needs of America’s farmers, ranchers, and producers remain a top priority.
“When America’s farming communities prosper, the entire nation thrives. This new group of USDA appointees will ensure President Trump’s America First agenda is a reality in rural Read More
Los Alamos Conducts Rocket Launch To Test New Concepts
The SpaceLoft-XL 18 rocket launches at Spaceport America. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
- Researchers work with multiple partners to reach new heights in high-cadence, low-cost experiments
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) scientists are examining data from a recent successful suborbital rocket launch. On Nov. 19, the Laboratory, in conjunction with commercial partner UP Aerospace, conducted the launch at Spaceport America in southern New Mexico. The goal was to test the performance of a new vehicle featuring a deployable heat shield. The heat shield was developed in collaboration Read More
Fr. Glenn: Washing Windows
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
So, here’s a recent headline in the Albuquerque Journal: “Trump labels New Mexico elections ‘corrupt.’” Well, maybe they are, maybe they aren’t. But what’s the best way to find out, give assurance to doubters and perhaps prove him (or any other skeptic) wrong about that or any similar thing? Not by mere rhetorical rebuttal, but by opening wide the doors and making accusers prove it … or not. Similarly with the recent fraud accusations in Minnesota and elsewhere. Or Pentagon audits. Or White House renovations. Etc.
After all, public trust is on the line, and as we see in the vast Read More
Posts From The Road: Painted Churches Of Texas
High Hill Interior: A wide-angle view of the interior of St. Mary’s Catholic Church at High Hill reveals the incredible and detailed painting in the church. This church is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places and is the largest of the four churches that we visited near Schulenburg, Texas. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Dubina Interior: The Dubina Parish Church in the community of Dubina is painted with beautiful hues of blue. The church was founded by several Czech families in the 1850s. This church building was built in 1912 after the previous building was destroyed in a Read More
Houck: Your Real Estate Contracts … The Listing Agreement (Part 1 Of 3)
By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty, LLC
Generally, there are three main contracts a buyer and seller may use during a real estate transaction:
- Listing Agreement – the contract between the seller and the listing brokerage to market and manage the sale
- Buyer’s Brokerage Agreement
- Purchase Agreement
All terms in these contracts are negotiable, and buyers and sellers should carefully review and negotiate them before signing.
The Listing Agreement
The listing agreement outlines the services the broker will provide, the commission the seller agrees to pay the listing brokerage, Read More
Donavan Price Participates With Sigma Gamma Rho Sisters In 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative March
Donavan Price of Los Alamos, holding the banner at center, wearing sunglasses, participates with her Sigma Gamma Rho sisters in the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative March on Saturday morning in Albuquerque. The march began at the intersection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and University Boulevard and proceeded to Civic Plaza, where the program featured keynote speaker Aja N. Brooks, Esq. Sigma Gamma Rho is a national collegiate sorority incorporated in 1922 and notable for its drive to make society better through sisterhood and empowerment. To learn more, visit www.sgrho1922.orgNotice: New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board To Hold Rulemaking Hearing Expected To Last Approximately Three Days Beginning March 23
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board (“EIB”) will hold a public hearing beginning at 9 a.m., March 23, 2026, to consider EIB 25-77 (R) – In the Matter of Proposed Repeal and Replacement of 20.2.71 NMAC – Operating Permit Emissions Fees and 20.2.75 NMAC – Construction Permit Fees.
The hearing will last as long as required to hear all testimony, evidence, and public comment, and is expected to last approximately three days.
The EIB may deliberate and make a decision on the proposed regulatory changes at the conclusion of the hearing or may convene a meeting after the hearing Read More
High Desert Winds To Hold Winter 2026 Concert Feb. 16
Courtesy/High Desert Winds Santa Fe
CONCERT News:
High Desert Winds Santa Fe will present its Winter 2026 Concert at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16, at St. Francis Auditorium, New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 W. Palace Ave. in Santa Fe.
This concert features High Desert Wind’s own Leroy Medina, soloist on Ewazen’s Concerto for Bassoon and Wind Orchestra.
Other selections include:
- O Magnum Mysterium by Lauridsen;
- The Wind and the Lion by Goldsmith;
- Fantasies on a Theme by Haydn by Dello Joio; and
- The New Mexico premiere of Kauymari by Gabriella Ortiz.
Admission is FREE, with donations gratefully accepted. Read More
National Museum Of Nuclear Science & History Promotes Maria Sultemeier To Volunteer & Community Outreach Manager
Maria Sultemeier
NMNSH News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (NMNSH) has announced the promotion of Maria Sultemeier to the position of Volunteer and Community Outreach Manager, effective Feb. 2, 2026.
Sultemeier, who previously served as the museum’s Volunteer Coordinator, will now take on an expanded leadership role overseeing the growth and strategic direction of the museum’s volunteer programs and community partnerships.
In her new capacity, Sultemeier will oversee a dedicated team of approximately 40 volunteers. These individuals Read More
C’YA Thanks Community For Holiday Cards For Veterans
During the holidays, Jeff Waxler walked his mom Kati Waxler of Los Alamos down the aisle. She married Ezra Maes, whom she met while in the Army. The next opportunity to make cards for military members and Veterans will be held 1-2 p.m. Monday at the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy photo
Kati, son Jeff, and husband Ezra Maes, who was named Army Times Soldier of the Year in 2021, after a tank injury in Slovakia. He was forced to amputate his own leg to save his tank mates and call for help. Courtesy photo
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions
Champions of Youth Ambitions Read More
State Celebrates Rural Student Broadband Connections
CNM News:
SILVER CITY — A total of 484 student households in Grant County are receiving high-speed internet, thanks to a New Mexico Student Connect grant program designed to provide broadband access to rural students across New Mexico.
The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) joined TWN Communications, state leaders, and local officials last week at Silver High School to celebrate the launch of a $1.5 million Student Connect grant project, which will connect rural students and school staff in Silver City.
“This project represents more than just faster internet—it’s about equity, Read More
Daily Postcard: Bull Elk Passes Through Western Area
Daily Postcard: Bull elk passes through a resident’s yard Thursday in Western Area. Photo by Ben Longmire Read More
New Mexico Aging And Long-Term Services Department To Present $109.7 Million Budget Focused On Expanding Senior Services And Supporting Caregivers To Legislature
ALTSD News:
SANTA FE — Next week, the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) will ask lawmakers to approve a $109.7 million budget for fiscal year 2027, which focuses on expanding senior services and supporting caregivers.
“This budget reflects what we’re hearing from communities across New Mexico: older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers need reliable services they can count on,” ALTSD Secretary Emily Kaltenbach said. “By investing in caregiving, meals and transportation services today, this will help us keep older New Mexicans safe, mobile and supported Read More
Topper Boys Basketball Beats ATC Phoenix 51-40
Dylan Baca works the ball down court in the 1st quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Josh Matteson and Jayden Apodaca reach for a loose ball under the Topper basket in the 2nd quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sports News:
The Los Alamos High School Topper boys basketball team won its game against the Academy for Technology and Classics [Santa Fe] played Thursday night in Griffith Gymnasium.
The Toppers started slow and trailed for much of the first half, but improved their shooting in the second half and pulled away to win 51-40.
Lan Frazier gets a shot off past the defense Read More
Democratic Party Of Los Alamos County 2026 To Hold Pre-Primary Convention Feb. 7
From the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County
Dear Democrats of Los Alamos County,
Do you want to be involved and ensure that Democrats are elected this midterm election season? Do you have statewide candidates that you support and want to see succeed?
The Pre-Primary local (Los Alamos) Convention is approaching, and we invite you to attend!
The Convention purpose is to elect and nominate delegates to go to the Statewide Pre-Party Convention, where they will do the following:
- Nominate Democratic candidates whose names will appear on the NM Primary ballot in June.
- Vote on whether to adopt the
9th Annual Atomic City Winter Classic Adult Ice Hockey Tournament Friday Jan. 23 Through Sunday Jan. 25
COUNTY News:
Desert Sol Inline & Hockey is hosting the 9th Annual Atomic City Winter Classic Adult Ice Hockey Tournament.
The tournament runs from 9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23 through 10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25 in the Los Alamos County Ice Rink.
This year’s tournament features three divisions of four teams each:
- Advanced;
- Intermediate; and
- Novice Divisions.
County Shares Pilot Light Safety Tips During Cold Weather
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County shares pilot light safety to keep in mind this winter.
The following tips should be taken when a pilot light goes out during cold weather:
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- Do not try to relight it right away if you smell gas;
- Ventilate the area and leave the space if a gas odor is present;
- Follow manufacturer instructions before relighting;
- If unsure or the light won’t stay lit, call a qualified technician; and
- Use safe alternate heating sources – never use ovens or grills for heat.
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Serve New Mexico Commission Announces AmeriCorps NM Programs Participating In 2026 MLK Jr. Day Of Service
Serve New Mexico Commission News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Serve New Mexico Commission announces AmeriCorps New Mexico programs participating in the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, engaging AmeriCorps members and community volunteers in meaningful service projects throughout northern, central and southern New Mexico.
Observed each year on the third Monday in January, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day is a federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage individuals to volunteer their time, talent, and resources to improve their communities. AmeriCorps, a State Read More
NMOGA’s Nonprofit Arm Launches Website To Connect Students With Careers In Oil And Gas
NMOGA News:
SANTA FE — Energizing Our Future New Mexico, the nonprofit arm of the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA), today announced the launch of a new online resource designed to help students explore rewarding careers in the state’s energy sector.
The Student Success Pathways website, available at https://pathways.nmoga.org, provides tools, guidance, and connections for students interested in pursuing opportunities in oil and gas and related fields.
The platform offers:
- Career Pathways: Detailed information on roles within the energy industry, from engineering and
