‘Moving Arts Española—Creatively Inspiring Thousands Of Kids’ Presented By Roger Montoya Oct. 12
COMMUNITY News:
The public is invited to attend the Second Sunday Forum at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos, starting at 12 p.m., Sunday, Oct.12, at 1738 North Sage Street.
Since 2008, Roger Montoya has co-led Moving Arts Española. Additionally, he has been actively involved in founding six other nonprofit groups in the Española Valley. Roger is a past member of the New Mexico State House of Representatives. He was named a CNN Hero for his visionary work at Española Moving Arts.
Regarding this Forum, Roger says: “I will present an overview of the genesis of Moving Arts, and how and why our ethos Read More
Register For Wilderness First Aid Training At PEEC Nov. 1–2
Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites outdoor lovers, trip leaders, and anyone who spends time in remote areas to gain critical safety skills during its Wilderness First Aid (WFA) 2-Day Course Nov. 1–2.
Taught by certified instructor Jeff DeBellis of SOLO, the oldest continuously operating wilderness medicine school in the world, this hands-on course teaches how to respond to illness, injury, and emergencies when professional medical help may be hours away.
Participants will learn patient assessment, wound care, splinting, environmental Read More
Home Country: The Gas Station Gun Shop
By SLIM RANDLES
Home Country
The sign in front of the gas station says “Unleaded, 3.39, special on Colt .357 Magnum, six-inch barrel.”
Visitors here in the valley do a double take when they see Vince’s sign there at what we all know as “the gas station gun shop.” That’s because Vince doesn’t believe in being deprived of his passion while earning a living. His passion: guns. His living: pumping gas.
We had all known of his passion for many years. He is the perennial president of the local rod and gun club, plans nearly all their annual spaghetti feeds to raise money for targets. If you want to go hunting, Read More
Leger Fernández Introduces Resolution To Recognize Latina Equal Pay Day
U.S. CONGRESS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM) introduced the Latina Equal Pay Day Resolution to recognize the disparity in wages paid to Latinas, the significance of equal pay, and its larger impact on women, families, and the economy.
“We need the world to know that Latinas get paid 54 cents to the dollar paid to white males in the United States. That’s simply not fair. It’s not just and it’s not equal,” Congresswoman Leger Fernández said. “We call attention to this because we must fix it. When Latinas are underpaid across different industries and backgrounds, Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Oct. 13
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County services such as mail delivery, trash and recycling collection, and emergency services will be maintained for each project detailed below.
Residents and businesses will often experience large equipment and construction noise.
Motorists and pedestrians are advised to always use caution and slow down around construction activities and avoid entering work zones outside of designated detour paths.
Road and Utility Work:
North Mesa & North Community Pavement Preservation Project
- Location (follow link to see map): 39th, 37th, 36th, North Mesa Road,
Free Outdoor Recreation Gathering In Los Alamos: Build Connections, Grow Your Business
LACNM News:
Los Alamos County and New Mexico EndeavOR, the state’s outdoor recreation business alliance, invite outdoor businesses and organizations to attend a free Outdoor Recreation Gathering from 2–6 p.m., Monday, Oct 27, at Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos.
This half-day event is designed to bring together local and regional outdoor professionals for an afternoon of connection, collaboration, and conversation, creating space to share ideas, form partnerships, and strengthen the outdoor economy across New Mexico.
Whether you’re a small business owner, nonprofit, start-up, or part Read More
Enforcement Watch Alert: 165 Enforcement Actions Initiated; 145 Enforcement Actions Resolved In Sept. 2025
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department is highlighting the ongoing success of its Enforcement Watch initiative, a transparency-focused program that provides the public with consistent and timely information about the Department’s enforcement actions across environmental protection, public health, and worker safety programs.
By making enforcement data accessible, Enforcement Watch reinforces NMED’s commitment to New Mexico residents for accountability and regulatory compliance statewide.
Launched in May 2023, Enforcement Watch shares monthly updates Read More
Pumpkin Patch Opening Delayed
COMMUNITY News:
Due to unforeseen delivery delays, the Annual Los Alamos Pumpkin Patch, hosted by the Los Alamos High School Choirs and NJROTC, will open later than originally scheduled.
We appreciate the community’s patience and support as we work to ensure a successful event.
Please stay tuned for an upcoming announcement with the new opening date for the 2026 Pumpkin Patch!
Lunch With A Leader: Danielle Prokop Oct. 16
LWV News:
The League of Women Voters’ monthly community event, Lunch with a Leader, will be from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 16, at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall on Sage St.
Their leader will be Danielle Prokop. Danielle is an award-winning journalist, who was born and raised in Los Alamos. While pursing international studies at the University of New Mexico, she got her first taste for print at the Daily Lobo, and hasn’t stopped since. After graduation, she worked at the Santa Fe New Mexican, first on the copy desk and eventually on general assignment. In 2020, she moved (sight unseen) to the western Read More
LWV Forum Showcases Candidates Vying For Board Seats At LAPS, UNM-LA And Mirador
Community members gather for the League of Women Voters Candidates Forum early Monday evening at Pinon Elementary School in White Rock. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
School Board District 1 Candidate Stephanie Galvez makes her opening statement at the League of Women Voters Candidates Forum Monday at Pinon Elementary School. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
School Board District 1 Candidate Margie Serrato makes her opening statement at the League of Women Voters Candidates Forum Monday at Pinon Elementary School. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
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New Mexicans Weigh In On Transition To Universal Child Care At ECECD Public Hearing In Santa Fe
ECECD News:
SANTA FE — New Mexicans turned out in large numbers Thursday to share feedback on proposed rule changes from the Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) that advance the state’s proposed transition to universal child care, set to begin Nov. 1.
The public hearing drew a full auditorium and more than 500 participants online, with ECECD receiving 66 oral public comments from families, providers, and community partners statewide. Additionally, 127 written comments were submitted during the comment period, which opened Sept. 9.
“Initiatives like this are why New Read More
Daily Postcard: Magnificence Of Nature On Pajarito Mountain
Daily Postcard: Surrounded by the magnificence of nature during a hike this week on Pajarito Mountain. Photo by Annmarie Thomas Read More
Heinrich Secures Wins For New Mexico Military Installations, National Laboratories In Senate-Passed FY2026 National Defense Bill
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) welcomed Senate passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26).
The legislation includes major wins that Heinrich secured, including investments in New Mexico’s service members, military installations, national labs, and job-creating initiatives throughout the state. Now that the Senate has passed the bill, it will be conferenced with the U.S. House of Representatives.
“This bipartisan defense bill includes important Read More
TechSource Undertakes Leadership Shift To Accelerate Into Middle Market
TechSource, Inc. CEO and President Jeffrey Giangiuli, left, and Chairman of the Board Brian D’Andrea. Courtesy/TechSource, Inc.
TechSource, Inc. News:
- TechSource, Inc. ushered in a new era of leadership effective Oct. 1, 2025.
After 19 transformative years as CEO, V. Brian D’Andrea has relinquished his CEO duties to focus solely on his role as Chairman of the Board, where he will continue to guide the company’s vision and strategic direction.
Stepping into the CEO and President role is Jeffrey Giangiuli, a proven leader with a history of driving innovation and success in his previous role Read More
NMED Urges Visitors To Use Caution As Harmful Algae Detected In Quemado, Snow And Hopewell Lakes
NMED News:
CATRON AND RIO ARRIBA counties — The New Mexico Environment Department is warning visitors to use caution at Quemado Lake, Snow Lake, and Hopewell Lake due to the formation of harmful algae blooms.
Harmful algae blooms, or HABs, occur when certain types of algae grow excessively in water, posing potential health risks to people and animals. HABs can appear blue, bright green, brown or red and may resemble scum or floating grass clippings on the water’s surface. These blooms can produce toxins that are harmful to humans and animals.
NMED is urging visitors to take the following precautions: Read More
Los Alamos-based UbiQD’s Quantum Dot Glass Boosts Crop Yield, Efficiency, And Sustainability In USDA-Funded Study
Peer-reviewed findings from UC Davis confirm UbiGro® glass boosted lettuce crop yields by nearly 40%, a breakthrough in climate-smart greenhouse design, Courtesy/UC Davis
BUSINESS News:
UbiQD®, a leader in quantum dot (QD) materials, has announced the publication of peer-reviewed results from a landmark greenhouse study funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA, through its National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA)), and conducted at the University of California (UC), Davis. The findings, now published in Materials Today Sustainability, demonstrate that UbiQD’s Read More
Canceled: National Federation Of The Blind Fundraiser
NFBNM News:Your First Telescope! Free Introductory Program At Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium
Aspiring stargazers are invited to attend ‘Your First Telescope!’, a free, beginner-friendly program, 7-8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17, at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Curious about buying your first telescope but unsure where to start? The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites aspiring stargazers to attend Your First Telescope!, a free, beginner-friendly program 7-8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17 at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium.
During this engaging presentation, participants will:
- Learn about the main types of telescopes and
SFCB To Present Halloween Concert Oct. 31
SFCB News:
The Santa Fe Concert Band (SFCB) will present a Halloween concert at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31, in the St. Francis Auditorium (New Mexico Museum of Art), 107 W. Palace Ave.
Phantoms! Fantasy! Legends!
Nothing conjures the spirit of Halloween better than music. Bring the whole family to St. Francis Auditorium for a concert of mood-setting selections, including Danse Macabre by Saint-Saëns, Music for a Darkened Theatre, and How to Train Your Dragon.
Costumes welcome! Free admission. Donations welcome. Read More
UNM-Los Alamos Shares Impressive News
UNM-LA Director of Title V Anne Jarrett, seated, Director of Development Karen Williams and UNM-LA Chancellor Mike Holtzclaw share the exciting news that UNM-LA met its Title V grant $250,000 endowment donation match. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
In 2020, the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) received some exciting news; it was awarded a $2.9 million Title V grant from the U.S. Department of Education. It gets better; a component of the grant was that a maximum of $250,000 would be matched to Read More
