Bandelier To Host Fall Fiesta—Changing Leaves, Enduring Traditions, Oct. 11-12
NPS News:
Bandelier National Monument will host Fall Fiesta – Changing Leaves, Enduring Traditions, Oct. 11-12, 2025. This is a two-day event with over 70 artists/vendors from various Pueblos and Tribes, scheduled programs, dance groups and much more.
Bandelier’s Fall Fiesta theme for 2025 is Changing Leaves, Enduring Traditions. Come join this special event and enjoy Frijoles Canyon in the new season! Fall Fiesta will be from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., both Saturday, Oct. 11 and Sunday, Oct. 12.
Bandelier National Monument is open every day from sunrise to sunset. In Frijoles Canyon, the park visitor Read More
Statewide Conference On Historic Preservation Returns To Las Vegas After 10-Year Hiatus
NMHPD News:
Known for its rich architectural heritage and cultural diversity, Las Vegas is an ideal setting for a statewide event that celebrates the past while charting a path for the future. Themed “Preserve Your Future by Building on Traditions,” this year’s conference, Oct. 3–5, will bring together professionals, civic leaders, and everyday advocates—people who believe that protecting cultural heritage strengthens our communities.
“Las Vegas is home to more than 900 historic buildings, each with a story to tell,” says Las Vegas Mayor David Romero. “From Victorian homes to adobe storefronts, Read More
County Declares Constitution Week Sept. 17–23
Councilor David Reagor presents a proclamation designating Sept. 17–23, 2025, as Constitution Week in Los Alamos County to Linda Carol Alt, Chapter Regent of the Valle Grande Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, during the Sept. 16 Council meeting. Courtesy photo Read More
LAPD Swearing-In Ceremony To Be Held Today
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Police Department is hosting a swearing-in ceremony for newly promoted Commander Brent Hudspeth, newly promoted Sergeant Kirk Williamson, and newly promoted Sergeant Joseph Dezendorf. The ceremony is scheduled at 1 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19, and will take place in the Los Alamos Magistrate Courtroom, with the Honorable Magistrate Judge Catherine Taylor presiding over the event. The public is invited to attend this special occasion.
Sims Marina Boat Ramp At Navajo Lake State Park Is Closed
Sediment at Sims Marina. Courtesy photo
Erosion below dock as Sims Marina. Courtesy photo
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — The Sims Marina Boat Ramp at Navajo Lake State Park is closed until further notice.
A recent intense storm damaged the boat ramp, creating a potential safety hazard for park visitors.
Staff from the State Parks Division and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation are working with professional engineers to assess the damage and develop a plan to return the ramp to safe operation for launching and loading of vessels.
The Pine Marina Boat Ramp remains open despite having sustained minor damage Read More
Los Alamos County Community Services Department Facilities Closed For Mandatory Training
COUNTY News:
Facilities that fall under the Los Alamos County Community Services Department will be closed on the following dates and times for staff to attend mandatory training.
- Sept. 24, 2025
- Los Alamos County Ice Rink will close at 4 p.m. for the remainder of the evening. Scheduled practices are also cancelled for this facility.
- Sept. 29, 2025:
- Aquatic Center, closed from 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Los Alamos County Golf Course, closed from 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Los Alamos County Library, both branches, will open at 12 p.m.
- Parks and Open Space Office, closed from 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Social Services
Daily Postcard: Lesser Goldfinch Grabs Seed From Plant
Daily Postcard: Lesser Goldfinch grabs a seed from a potted plant. Photo by Selvi Viswanathan Read More
Raffin: Sleep Apnea, Underdiagnosed And Dangerous
By CELESTE RAFFIN
Member
Los Alamos County Health Council
What do poorly controlled hypertension, palpitations, morning headaches and sore throats, brain fog, memory loss, difficulty concentrating, personality and mood changes, depression and anxiety, fatigue, sexual dysfunction, night sweats, and insomnia all have in common? They are all signs and symptoms of sleep apnea.
Sleep apnea is very common; it is estimated that up to 9% of Americans suffer from it. Yet sleep apnea is frequently not considered by healthcare providers with one estimate stating that 80% of patients suffering Read More
Community Members To Hold Vigil To Honor And Remember Charlie Kirk 6-7 PM Sunday Sept. 21 At Ashley Pond Park
“The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the church.” –Tertullian Read More
Fuselier: The Three D’s Part 1
By BOB FUSELIER
Los Alamos
While the discord, distress, and division that I see surrounding us today may be greater than any other time in my life, I know our nation and the world have faced much greater troubles and survived. However, that knowledge alone doesn’t bring much solace since I’m well aware that discord, distress and division can serve as a positive feedback mechanism, causing greater discord, distress, and division if left unchecked. The end result is pain and suffering for all, but more so for those who are marginalized and voiceless.
It’s a natural reaction, when one feels threatened, Read More
Kiwanis To Host Aluminum Collection Saturday Sept. 20
Previous Kiwanis can collection Saturday at First United Methodist Church parking lot. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS CLUB News:
On Saturday, Sept. 20, the Los Alamos Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos will be collecting and buying aluminum cans to be sent for recycling.
The collection location is the parking lot of the First United Methodist Church on Diamond Drive (near Sullivan Field).
Collection hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The community is encouraged to bring the aluminum cans they’ve had accumulating and help support our environment and the Kiwanis. Read More
Op-Ed By Fr. Theophan Mackey
By Fr. Theophan Mackey
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
I have been hearing the word “martyr” thrown around broadly and cavalierly in recent days, even by some in my church and vocation. This greatly unsettles me, and I have unfollowed a handful of priests whose words I usually find edifying because of it.
The word “martyr” comes from the Greek for “witness.” But more specifically people are currently using it to denote a Christian martyr. This is problematic.
Now, one can be a Christian, and a martyr for a cause other than Christ. One can be a non-Christian and a martyr for a cause. But Read More
Try Out Slip, Trip, & Fall Simulator During Falls Prevention Awareness Week Sept. 22-26
KIAH McCONNELL
Marketing & Program Coordinator
It’s time for Falls Awareness Prevention Week 2025! Falls are an important issue for older adults, with one out of four Americans age 65+ experiencing a fall each year.
The good news is, falls are preventable. That’s why the Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization is bringing the mobile falls training classroom from American Safety & Health to the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center.
The Slip, Trip, and Fall Simulator has appointment slots available 9:00am-4:00pm September 22-26, plus evening hours on Thursday, September 25 from Read More
An Open Book: Eat Your Veggies!
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Los Alamos
Those of us in long-term romantic partnerships will probably remember distinctly the moment we introduced our new love to our parents. I was a student away from home and I phoned Mom and Dad, let them know about a girl named Terry, and asked when we could visit them. The conversation went something like this: “Hi, I met this girl named Terry and can she come over for the weekend? Before you ask, she is a nice Jewish girl.” I could feel the excitement growing over the phone, perhaps due to the novelty of their son having a romantic life. “Of course!” my Dad exclaimed. “What Read More
Council Adopts MRA For Eastern Downtown Los Alamos
The boundary map for the eastern downtown Los Alamos MRA. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladialypost.com
The Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) is officially in place for the eastern section of downtown Los Alamos. Los Alamos County Council approved 5-1, with Councilor David Reagor opposed, to adopt the MRA during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 9. Councilor Beverly Neal-Clinton was absent.
Supporters of the MRA emphasize this can help inject revitalization into the eastern downtown area marred by vacant buildings and blighted properties.
Reagor Read More
Higher Education Dept. Completes Capital Outlay Hearings
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department has concluded its annual summer capital outlay hearings, traveling over 700 miles across New Mexico to visit college and university campuses across the state, where agency leaders and state financial experts solicit information and feedback from school leaders about high-priority infrastructure projects.
Higher Education Secretary M. Rodriguez and the agency’s Capital Projects Division hosted meetings across the state alongside the Department of Finance and Administration, Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Read More
FBI: Carlsbad Man Sentenced For Illegal Firearms And Methamphetamine Distribution
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Carlsbad man was sentenced to 211 months in prison after police chase and crash leads to the discovery of methamphetamine and firearms.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, June 5, 2022, a Carlsbad Police officer attempted a traffic stop on a speeding pickup driven by Christopher Saunders, 25, who fled at a high rate of speed, leading the officer to terminate the pursuit for safety reasons. Minutes later, the officer located the same truck after it had crashed and provided first aid to Saunders. During an inventory search of the pickup, Read More
UNM-LA Business Scholar Luncheon ‘Beyond Expectations: Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences’ Now Oct. 9
UNM-LA News:
The Business Scholar Luncheon, Beyond Expectations: Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences presented by Beverly Hughes, professional certified coach and business consultant, and owner of Empowered Pathways Coaching, has moved to Thursday, Oct. 9, from 11 a.m.-1p.m. at the SALA Event Center. Lunch will be provided.
Learn crucial elements to creating outstanding customer experiences that go above and beyond simple customer satisfaction.
The event is hosted by the UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) Title V PASE grant, Small Business Development Center at UNM-LA and Los Alamos Read More
All About Our 2025 Living Treasures Of Los Alamos
Dee A. Morrison, 2025 Living Treasure of Los Alamos
By CRAIG MARTIN
Los Alamos Living Treasures
Dee Morrison and her easy smile have been a cornerstone of Girl Scouting in Los Alamos since she arrived in 1983. In those years, she held nearly every possible leadership role at the local and regional levels, and she has garnered just as many leadership awards to honor her tireless service to scouting. But the countless girls and adults she mentored remember her most with her guitar, singing Girl Scout songs around a campfire.
Dee grew up in the mountains of Idaho. Her parents met in Australia where her Read More
Luján, Grassley Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation Expanding Access To Medical Services For Older Americans In Underserved Areas
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) reintroduced bipartisan legislation bolstering pharmacists’ ability to serve older Americans in communities that lack easy access to doctors or where pharmacists can provide certain basic medical services.
The Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act encourages pharmacists to offer health care services (like health and wellness screenings), immunizations and diabetes management by authorizing Medicare payments for those services where pharmacists are already Read More
