N.M. Delegation Presses USDA To Refund New Mexico $30 Million For Shutdown Food Stamps Lapse
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Dec. 2, 2025, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) was joined by Reps. Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM-03) and Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) as well as U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) in demanding that the federal government reimburse New Mexico $30 million for the emergency state funds used to protect hardworking New Mexicans’ from a lapse in their November food assistance during the most recent government shutdown.
The New Mexico delegation sent a letter pressing the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Department of Agriculture Read More
Luján, Merkley, Murkowski, Massie, Khanna Request DOJ Briefing On Release Of Epstein Files
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) joined forces with U.S. Reps. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) and Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) to call on Attorney General Pam Bondi to provide a briefing on the U.S. Department of Justice’s efforts to comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act and fully release the Epstein Files by December 19, 2025—as required by the law.
Luján, Merkley, Murkowski, Massie, and Khanna’s letter comes as the Justice Department is legally required to release all the Epstein Files within the law’s 30-day Read More
Del Norte Credit Union Expands With Rio Rancho Branch
DNCU News:
RIO RANCHO — Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU) is excited to announce the upcoming opening of its newest branch, the Southern Financial Center, located at 2518 Southern Blvd. SE in Rio Rancho. The branch is expected to open in early 2026.
“We’re excited to grow our presence in Rio Rancho,” John Molenda, President and CEO said. “At DNCU, our mission is to improve lives and serve our members with care and purpose. This expansion allows more people to experience the DNCU Difference.”
Del Norte Credit Union’s deep commitment to New Mexico communities continues to drive meaningful change across Read More
LANL: The LANSCE Accelerator Modernization Project
Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
On the verge of the LANSCE Accelerator Modernization Project, this eight-minute film looks at the past, present, and future of a Los Alamos particle accelerator that has long been vital to national security.
Through interviews with the scientists and engineers who keep the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center (LANSCE) running, the video explores how the facility’s powerful proton beam has advanced everything from nuclear stockpile stewardship to medical isotope production. As modernization begins, those same experts reflect on how upgrading LANSCE will sustain Read More
DEA Launches Fentanyl Free America Initiative To Combat The Synthetic Drug Crisis
DEA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is intensifying its fight against the deadly threat of synthetic opioids with the launch of Fentanyl Free America, a comprehensive enforcement initiative and public awareness campaign aimed at reducing both the supply and demand for fentanyl. This effort underscores DEA’s unwavering commitment to protecting American lives and communities from the devastating impacts of fentanyl, which claimed nearly 50,000 lives last year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Through intensified Read More
Pets Of The Week: Bandit And Wyatt
Bandit wears a perfect black mask, but he’s not hiding — he’s simply grieving. After losing the human who loved him for a lifetime, this 5yo soft-furred gentleman arrived with a trembling heart and a suitcase full of confusion. Approach him gently and you’ll watch the fear loosen. His hiss fades, his shaking settles, and that masked face leans into your hand like he’s remembering what safety feels like. Give him time, and he’ll even roll onto his back, offering his belly — the tiniest, bravest invitation to belong again. A lifelong indoor cat and a friend to other felines, Bandit is searching for Read More
NMED Lifts Algae Bloom Advisories At Five NM Lakes
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department is lifting harmful algae bloom advisories that were issued in September and October for Eagle Nest, Maloya, Lower Charette, Snow, and Hopewell lakes in Colfax, Mora, Catron, and Rio Arriba counties following updated monitoring data showing improved conditions.
Harmful algae blooms (HABs) occur when certain algae rapidly grow in surface waters, creating potential health risks for people and animals. These blooms can appear blue, bright green, brown, or red and may look like scum or floating grass clippings. Some HABs can produce Read More
Daily Postcard: Snow Trims Decorative Grass In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Snow trims decorative grass in White Rock late Wednesday afternoon. Photo by Nancy Hibbs Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools On 2-Hour Delay Thursday
From Jennifer Guy
Superintendent
Los Alamos Public Schools
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) will be on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, Dec. 4 due to winter weather conditions. We already have a lot of ice accumulating on walkways and in parking lots.
There is more moisture expected through the night and temperatures will remain below freezing. This delay will give our crews time to make sure parking lots and sidewalks are clear and safe for staff and students.
Buses will arrive at their usual stops 2 hours late. School will begin 2 hours late. Please be safe in your travels and watch for possible Read More
NJROTC Presents Holiday Gift-Wrapping Fundraiser
Funeral Mass For Christopher Ortega Dec. 12, 2025
David Christopher Ortega Sept. 1, 1946 – Sept. 30, 2025 (link)
COMMUNITY News:
A Funeral Mass will be held for David Christopher Ortega at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church at 3700 Canyon Road.
A Rosary will be said at 10 a.m., before the Mass.
A reception will follow the Mass in the parish hall.
Beloved Holiday Classic ‘The Farolitos Of Christmas’ Debuts On National Hispanic Cultural Center Stage Dec. 7
Courtesy/NHCC
NMDCA News:
New Mexico author Rudolfo Anaya’s beloved children’s book The Farolitos of Christmas will move from the page to the stage as it makes its debut at the National Hispanic Cultural Center Dec. 7 at the NHCC Albuquerque Journal Theatre.
Produced in collaboration with Opera Southwest, The Farolitos of Christmas is a heartwarming holiday opera about love, tradition, and the quiet power of invention. Luz’s father is away at war. Her grandfather is too sick to build the luminarias. So, Luz finds a new way to light the path on Christmas Eve, one that will become tradition.
With Read More
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum Annual Meeting Dec. 9
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:
The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at the Los Alamos Unitarian Church.
A light meal will be served at 6 p.m., to be followed at 6:30 p.m. by a presentation and elections of board members.
The presentation is entitled “The miracle of Life” and will draw upon new insights into presentations given this past summer.
The presentation will be recorded and streamed to the ZOOM site given at: https://losalamosfaithandscienceforum.org. Read More
Luminaria Walk 2025 At Stables Postponed To Dec. 27
From North Mesa Stable Owners:
Due to a contagious horse virus that has entered New Mexico from neighboring states, the Los Alamos Stable Owners Association has decided to postpone the annual stables’ Luminaria Walk open house to Saturday, Dec. 27.
The community is invited to participate in the peaceful evening walk through the stable area and enjoy the holiday afterglow in the company of horses and other barnyard animals, and their people. Read More
Canceled: Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meeting
Historic Preservation Advisory Board News:
The Historic Preservation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. today is canceled due to inclement weather conditions. Read More
UbiQD Executives Enjoy Afternoon Snowfall On Eastgate
Enjoying the afternoon snowfall today in front of UbiQD at 134 Eastgate Dr., from left, Chief Financial Officer Tony Beams, CEO Hunter McDaniel and Chief Product Officer Matt Bergren. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
New Mexico On List Of Democratic-Leaning States Being Sued For Refusal To Comply With Election Integrity Law
From the Republican Party of New Mexico:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Justice Department announced on Tuesday that it has taken legal action against six Democratic-leaning states—Delaware, Maryland, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and New Mexico—alleging that they broke federal law by refusing to release their full voter registration lists when requested. New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver has outright refused to comply and is now being sued by the DOJ.
“We are not going to have free, fair, or accurate elections if we cannot maintain accurate voter rolls, and it should concern Read More
Holiday Pop-Up Dec. 5-6 At Art Studio In Santa Fe!
Quick-Hitting Winter Storm Later Today To Early Thursday
Enjoy The Holidays With Kindred Spirits Saturday Dec. 13
From Kindred Spirits:
As we roll into the holidays, we want to share our thanks for the wonderful support for our Feast for the Turkeys Celebration we had on Nov. 22.
Our turkeys and their poultry friends enjoyed all of their favorite foods with a table set with platters of blueberries, chopped greens, squash and oatmeal. They loved it! Check out the Turkey Feast videos on our website and see the feathered friends’ fun!
Please mark your calendar for our final event for the year:
- 2–5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13 – Join our Kindred Spirits Holiday Celebration for our senior animals with candle lighting and
