Theophan: Pottery Class Offers Peaceful Respite
By Fr. Theophan Mackey
Rector
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
My pottery classes at the Fuller Lodge Art Center seem to be going along swimmingly. It is, or at least it is my objective to make it, a peaceful respite, a calm haven and oasis, far away from the stress and cares of this life.
Attempting to acquire a new manual skill gives the mind something external and well defined to concentrate on. And one, difficult, but entirely surmountable job is a veritable vacation from the chaotic whirlwind that is most of our internal lives. All the things we cannot control, but still struggle with all our Read More
UNM-LA Business Scholar Luncheon ‘Beyond Expectations: Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences’ Oct. 9
Weekly Fishing Report: Oct. 6, 2025
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
Kokanee salmon snagging season opened Oct. 1 at Navajo Lake, El Vado Lake and Eagle Nest Lake.
Snagging season at Heron Lake begins Nov. 11 after the egg-taking operation. Possession of kokanee salmon at Heron Lake is prohibited from Oct. 1 until Nov. 11.
All snagging seasons end Dec. 31 at all locations.
In recent years, the best snagging success has been at Navajo Lake.
The State Game and Fish Department stocked a total of 6,493 Rio Grande cutthroat trout Oct. 1 in six high-elevation lakes in the Pecos Wilderness
The streamflow in the Rio Read More
Los Alamos Riders Lead Pack At Pedal Pajarito!
LAMS and LAHS NICA athletes and coaches on Sunday celebrating a successful day of racing while sporting the Golden Shovel trophy. Courtesy photo
Cullen McLean charging through the lower section of the racecourse. Courtesy photo
SPORTS News:
Nearly 200 student athletes representing 18 teams from across New Mexico and Texas gathered at Pajarito Mountain on Sunday for the Pedal Pajarito race, the third stop in the 2025 New Mexico Interscholastic Cycling League (NM NICA) season. Under a crisp blue sky and surrounded by golden aspens, the Los Alamos NICA team delivered a powerhouse performance Read More
What Does The UNM-LA Advisory Board Actually Do?
By DAVID HAMPTON
Candidate
UNM-LA Advisory Board
As a candidate for one of the 3 positions on the UNM-LA Advisory Board who has been knocking on people’s doors, the most frequently asked question is, “What does this board actually do?”
While we can advocate for things the community wants and actually needs (and we do!), like more 4-year degrees, more trade/technical certifications, a more robust dual credit program for our high schoolers, more community education programs, etc., programs and curriculum decisions are entirely in the hands of the main campus in Albuquerque.
Our main functions Read More
2025 Dia De Los Muertos On Santa Fe Plaza
From Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe:
SANTA FE — The Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe is once again transforming the historic Plaza into a sea of marigolds, music, mojigangas, and community remembrance—and we need your help to keep the two-day festival free for everyone.
The heart of the City Different will beat to the rhythm of mariachis and the beauty of marigolds when the free Día de Los Muertos Festival returns to the historic Santa Fe Plaza on Friday, Oct. 31, and Saturday, Nov. 1.
Presented by the Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe in cooperation with the City of Santa Fe, the family-friendly celebration blends ancient Read More
‘No Kings’ Protest 2.0 At Ashley Pond Park Oct. 18
From Indivisible Los Alamos:
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On Oct. 18, Los Alamos residents will join with millions of Americans across the country in a nationwide day of nonviolent protests at the second No Kings Day of Action.
A few months ago, on June 14, more than five million people across all 50 states joined No Kings in the largest single-day protest yet against President Trump’s authoritarianism. The Oct. 18 day of action is the next step in this growing movement, Read More
LAMC Hosting 2nd Free Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic Oct. 18
LAMC News:
To meet demand and the healthcare needs of our community, Los Alamos Medical Center is proud to announce that it will host its second free drive-thru community flu shot clinic of the season from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 18 in the hospital parking lot at 3917 West Road in Los Alamos. The hospital’s first flu shot clinic Sept. 27 vaccinated more than 400 individuals in our community.
As was the case for the first event, flu shots will be offered to all individuals 9 years and older. High-dose vaccines will also be available for those who are 65 and older, as supplies last. Vaccines will Read More
Beso Jewels At Village Arts Oct. 10 & 11
BUSINESS News:
Trick or Treat!
Come find some goodies at Village Arts from 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Friday, Oct. 10 and 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11.
Beso Jewels Services:
- Repairs of all types
- Custom design
- Gold and Silver jewelry
- Silver Coins
- Appraisals
- Gemstones, Pearls and Diamonds
- Layaway
- I BUY Gold, Silver, & Jewelry in any condition as well as coins, gemstones and diamonds.
(L to R) Family Birthstone Necklace in your choice of metals and gemstones. Opal and Diamond Earrings. Diamond and Turquoise in Stering Silver. Courtesy/BesoJewels
LAHS Football Board Members Honor Teachers And Staff
On Friday, Oct. 3, LAHS Varsity Football hosted Teacher Appreciation Night, celebrating the outstanding teachers and staff who have made a lasting impact on our student-athletes. Courtesy/LAHS Football Board Members Read More
Denish: What’s Wrong With This Picture?
By DIANE DENISH
CORNER TO CORNER
The New Mexico Legislature just wrapped up a special session convened by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. The goal was to protect New Mexicans from looming federal budget cuts to healthcare and public broadcasting.
Most of the attention focused on shoring up healthcare funding—appropriating dollars to offset recent cuts and the removal of Medicaid subsidies. Lawmakers also passed a bill to help stabilize services in rural clinics and hospitals.
All of this is good, but something important is missing: medical compacts that would give New Mexicans more access Read More
FSN Fall Clothing & Small Item Swap Oct. 14-18!
FSN News:
The Family Strength Network’s (FSN) biannual Clothing & Small Item Swap is the perfect time to donate the products of your fall cleaning and closet purges (and your children’s never-ending growth) and swap for something else. You do NOT need to donate items in order to “shop”.
Accepted items:
- Gently used Fall/Winter clothing (baby, kids, adult sizes);
- Seasonal accessories;
- Shoes;
- Toys;
- Books;
- Baby gear;
- Household items; and
- Socks and underwear (in new packaging only).
Please sort your own donations when you bring them in – we will have signs for sizes and categories. No Read More
Public Notice: NM Primary Care Council Quarterly Meeting
HCA News:
Notice is hereby given that the New Mexico Primary Care Council will convene for a regular meeting Thursday, Oct. 9. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. and will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. The public is welcome, and information about how to attend the meeting is below.
Copies of the agenda will be posted and available on the Health Care Authority’s website. Copies may also be obtained by contacting Trisstin Maroney, Innovation Program Manager – MAD attrisstin.maroney@hca.nm.gov. An individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified signed language Read More
Wildfire Mitigation Work Begins On Bayo Canyon Trail Oct. 8
Courtesy/Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
For public safety, and in coordination with the Los Alamos County Manager’s Office, the LAFD will temporarily close a section of the Bayo Canyon Trail beginning Wednesday, Oct. 8, to continue its three-phase wildfire fuels reduction project.
This effort marks Phase 2 of the project and is expected to last approximately one week, through Oct. 16, depending on weather conditions. Closures will occur only during active operations and reopening once work is completed for the day. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday Read More
State Water Courts Reorganized Into Regional Structure
NMSC News:
SANTA FE — A reorganization of water courts in New Mexico takes effect Wednesday under an order by the state Supreme Court to promote the timely and efficient resolution of legal disputes over water.
“This plan helps the judiciary address complex, technical water disputes that occur regularly because of conflicts between water users and appeals from administrative decisions,” Chief Justice David K. Thomson said. “Having regional water courts will be particularly important during periods of sustained severe drought when water disputes likely will become more frequent and can Read More
Daily Postcard: Magnificent Morning Sky Graces Community
Daily Postcard: Saturday’s magnificent morning sky graces White Rock & Los Alamos. Photo by Nancy Ann HibbsCounty: Stay Warm And Heat Safely!
COUNTY News:
As we tiptoe toward colder weather, make sure you use space heaters safely! NEVER plug heaters into multi-plug adapters or use them with extension cords.
Heaters draw a lot of energy that could melt, or even ignite the plug.
Use space heaters that are child-, pet-, and clumsy-proof to prevent them from accidentally tipping.
Always keep heaters away from flammable and combustible sources and turn them off when they’re not needed. Read More
RPLA: Senator Anthony Thornton Honored Guest Speaker At Silent Auction Fundraiser Oct. 18
State Sen. Anthony Thornton will be the honored guest speaker for the Republican Party of Los Alamos County silent auction fundraiser on Oct. 18 at Fiori E Sale. Tickets are available here. Courtesy photo
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos County
Dear Friends:
Sen. Anthony Thornton will be the honored guest speaker for our silent auction fundraiser on Oct. 18. This will be a special evening to remember at Fiori E Sale. Tickets are $20/person and are available at this link.
Please mark your calendars for our Central Committee meeting 6 p.m. on Oct. 16 at Open Door Bible Church at 2101 Read More
Amateur Naturalist: The Autumn Leaves
By ROBERT DRYJA
Los Alamos
Autumn is now entering its peak for the seasonal change of leaves. Trees of all kinds had green leaves during the summer. The leaves were making nourishment for the rest of the tree by absorbing carbon dioxide from the air and making more complex carbon compounds.
Oxygen was released into the air as a by product. This process, called photosynthesis, is now stopping with winter coming. Green leaves no longer make nourishment but instead dying away until next spring.
Maple trees can have a particularly colorful change. The hundreds of green leaves change color altogether. Read More
LA Cares Wins 100 Men Who Care September Giving Event
Ryan Tatro, Steering Committee Member for 100 Men Who Care Los Alamos, presents checks to Lyn Havel, Executive Director of LA Cares. Courtesy photo
100 MEN WHO CARE News:
100 Men Who Care Los Alamos (100 MWC LA) selected LA Cares as the recipient of their September 2025 giving award. The group meets quarterly for a 30-minute social with simple food and drink, and to hear three pre-selected organizations make five-minute presentations. The group then votes on the organizations, and each member writes a check for $100 to the winner.
In addition to LA Cares, the group heard from Los Alamos Family Council Read More
