Red Or Green? A New Mexico Love Story
NMCC News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Red or green? It is a question that has been pondered for the past 400+ years. In 1996, it was anointed as New Mexico’s “Official State Question.” In the middle of this answer is ‘New Mexico Certified Chile™.’ The New Mexico Chile Association doesn’t pick favorites, or even hint at taking sides. Knowing that “Love is a Choice,” the organization just wants the question “red or green” to be asked and answered with New Mexico-grown chile varietals.
New Mexico’s love story of “red or green” can be compared to other romances such as William Shakespeare’sRomeo and Juliet or Jane Read More
Toppers Fall To Rio Rancho Rams 0-1
The Topper soccer team played host to the Rio Rancho Rams Tuesday in a match played on Sullivan field. The teams were evenly matched but in the 47th minute the Rams scored the winning goal. Here Taein Stanfield dribbles the ball past the Ram defenders in the 2nd period. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Ram defender Micah Brichford slide tackles the ball from James Ito near the Ram’s goal in the 2 nd period. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Topper goalie Kenny Linn catches a shot to prevent a goal in the 2nd period. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Diego Sena heads the ball in front of Read More
Home Country: Ordinary People
By SLIM RANDLES
Home Country
Doc hadn’t even finished loading his coffee with fake sugar before Steve piped up.
“I think it’s disgusting and weird and unnatural and it should be outlawed!” the tall cowboy said, coming to rest at the philosophy counter of the Mule Barn truck stop.
“Aw Steve,” said Doc, “the coffee isn’t that bad.”
“Coffee? Nay, I say unto you, Doc. It ain’t the coffee … it’s them Academy Awards on the television. You see them? All them good-looking women Scotch-taping themselves into those dresses so they almost stay on? Those weird guys they’re with who only shave on Tuesdays?”
“And Read More
Women In Business Meet Sept. 29
New Mexico State Police Investigate Roswell Police Department Officer-Involved Shooting
NMSP News:
Sept. 16, 2025, the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau was requested to investigate an officer-involved shooting (OIS) involving the Roswell Police Department.
State Police agents learned that at approximately 8:09 a.m., Sept. 16, 2025, the Roswell Police Department received a 911 call, reporting a possible domestic disturbance between a male and female near an Allsup’s convenience store, located at 2501 North Main Street. Furthermore, it was reported that the male was being aggressive with the female, and possibly pointed a black handgun at her, then placed Read More
Rojas And Anderson Tie For Best Predictor
Courtesy photo
Courtesy photo
ACRR News:
Aurea Rojas and Eric Anderson tied for top predictor on the weekly pace race held on the Bayo Canyon trail by the tunnel under San Ildefonso Road. They were 8 seconds off their predicted times. Other accurate predictors were Edith Acosta with a 12 second differential; Tony Borek recording a 16 second difference; 14-year-old Adrian Medin at 19 seconds off; and Zach Medin with 20 second difference.
On the 1-mile paved course 3-year-old Alex Smeltzer was the best finisher at 15:15 and the first female was Catherine Hensley with a time of 16:26.
Anastasiia Read More
National Governors Association Urges Lawmakers To Reauthorize Cyber Security Grant Program
NGA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sept. 17, NGA signed onto a letter, with the leading organizations representing state and local government, urging congress to reauthorize the State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program (SLCGP).
The letter reads in part:
“As the collective voice of state and local governments, we urge you to reauthorize the State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program (SLCGP). This critical program has provided states and local governments with the resources they need to bolster their cybersecurity defenses and assisted in modernizing technology systems across the country. Read More
Leadership Los Alamos Kicks Off Class Of 2026 Program Year With Intensive Orientation Session
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Courtesy photo
LLA News:
The Leadership Los Alamos (LLA) Class of 2025-2026 officially began its journey last weekend with a comprehensive two-day Orientation Session designed to lay a strong foundation for future community leaders. Held Friday, Sept. 12, at the Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC) and Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Bradbury Science Museum, the mandatory session immersed participants in crucial information and team-building activities. This year we have 23 enthusiastic participants joining us from various government and private employers including a variety Read More
New Mexico Restaurant Association To Honor Dorothy And Larry Rainosek With Lifetime Achievement Award
NMRA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Restaurant Association (NMRA) Wednesday announced that Dorothy and Larry Rainosek, the visionary founders of Albuquerque’s beloved Frontier Restaurant and Golden Pride establishments, will receive the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Hospitality Industry Awards ceremony Sept. 29, 2025.
The NMRA Lifetime Achievement Award is a prestigious honor that recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exemplary leadership, dedication, and significant contributions to the restaurant and hospitality industry in New Read More
Daily Postcard: View Of Fountain In Ashley Pond
Daily Postcard: The view of the fountain on Sept. 11 in Ashley Pond. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
FBI: New Mexico Teenager Charged With Making Violent Threats Online Following Assassination Of Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE – A New Mexico teenager has been charged with making violent threats on social media following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.
According to court documents, on or about Sept. 11, 2025, Jace Allen, 19, used an account on X.com under the alias “Jebron Lames” to post a series of violent and racist threats following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk on Sept. 10, 2025.
Among the threats, Allen wrote that he planned to commit mass murder, target minorities and Jews, and shoot up unspecified locations. He also threatened an Read More
Council Proclaims Oct. 5-11, 2025 Fire Prevention Week
Los Alamos County Fire Chief Wendy Servey and Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova accept a proclamation from Councilor Ryn Herrmann during the Sept. 16 Council meeting, designating Oct. 5-11 as Fire Prevention Week in Los Alamos County. Cordova shared that this year’s theme, ‘Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home’ emphasizes the importance of safe use, charging, and recycling of lithium-ion batteries and buying only UL, ETL, or TUV listed products to reduce fire risks. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Removal Of Concrete Barrier Wall Along Trinity Drive Near Ashley Pond Park Begins Thursday
Concrete Barrier Wall. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County street crews will begin removing concrete barrier walls along Trinity Drive behind the sidewalk between 20th Street and Oppenheimer Drive, near Ashley Pond.
Crews will conduct the removal work, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, Thursday, Sept. 18, through Tuesday, Sept. 23.
The project starts in the parking lot facing Trinity Drive at Ashley Pond Park, with a section of the parking lot closed.
From 6-11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, crews will begin setting up traffic control on Trinity Drive, where they will shift westbound traffic to the left Read More
Encino Vista Landscape Restoration Project Decision Signed
Encino Vista Landscape Restoration Project Area. Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — Sept. 9, 2025, Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) Supervisor Shaun Sanchez, joined by forest, district and interdisciplinary team members, signed the Encino Vista Landscape Restoration Project (EVLRP) Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and Decision Notice. Project implementation is expected to begin this fall.
The Encino Vista Land Landscape Restoration Project (EVLRP) encompasses approximately 121,648 acres located in northern New Mexico, within the Cuba and Coyote Ranger Districts of the Read More
State Celebrates Role Of Senior Centers In Healthy Aging
ALTSD News:
SANTA FE — Senior centers are cornerstones of healthy aging, providing older New Mexicans with opportunities for connection, learning, and essential services that help them live independently and with dignity.
The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) recognizes September as National Senior Center Month and National Healthy Aging Month.
“Across the state, senior centers enrich the lives of New Mexicans every day by providing essential services, like meals, transportation, joy, purpose and connection,” Emily Kaltenbach ALTSD Cabinet Secretary Read More
Help The LAHS Music Department Find That Tune
Los Alamos High School Choir. Courtesy photo
LAHS News:
The Los Alamos High School Music Department needs your help in tracking down sheet music, recordings, etc. of the LAHS School Song.
The title of the school song is Our Alma Mater, Praises Now We Sing. These are the lyrics:
From mountains, high will come our spirit bold. Soon we will dream of golden days gone by; our love will never fade for L. A. HIGH and when we leave our dear old hilltop high, oh, let us cheer for all the green and gold. We’re stronger than giants; we’ll march to victory. With such an alliance for L. A. HIGH.
The LAHS choir would like Read More
Golf Course Restaurant Statement Of Interest
COUNTY News:
The contract for the golf course restaurant is set to expire Dec. 31, 2025, and the County has elected not to extend it.
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD) is now inviting Statements of Interest from individuals or businesses interested in operating the golf course restaurant space at 4244 Diamond Drive, Los Alamos.
On-site restaurant space walk-throughs will be available on the following dates and times:
- 9 a.m., Monday, Sept. 22, 2025
- 2 p.m., Friday, Sept. 26, 2025
These walk-throughs will offer interested parties a chance to view the space and ask questions Read More
Los Alamos Quilts Participate In New Mexico State Fair
Roxanne Webster poses with her Carnival Flower at the New Mexico State Fair. Courtesy photo
Roxanne Webster also took first place for the Fan Favorite Award. The award is presented at the culmination of the State Fair. Courtesy photo
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos
A trio of lovely ladies provided a great representation of the quilting skill set, found here in Los Alamos.
Bobbie Simpson, Claire Swinhoe, Roxanne Webster recently participated in the New Mexico State Fair.
Bobbie’s quest into quilting started with a love of sewing throughout her life. She began sewing in junior high and high Read More
Students: Seize The Opportunity For Full Ride To College Through Daniels Scholarship
DANIELS FUND News:
DENVER — From now until Oct. 17, graduating high school seniors in New Mexico, Colorado, Utah and Wyoming are encouraged to apply for the Daniels Scholarship which provides up to the full cost of attendance colleges and universities across the country.
The Daniels Scholarship Program, one of the most comprehensive and generous in the country, provides the opportunity for motivated students to attend any accredited nonprofit college or university in the United States as follows:
- Scholars who choose one of 22 partners schools receive funding to cover tuition and fees,
New Mexico State Land Office Hauls In Nearly Half A Billion Dollars In 3 Months … Breaks National Per-Acre Record
New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard in her office in Santa Fe in January 2019, shortly after her November 2018 statewide election. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
State Land Office News:
- September lease sale earns $117 million to fund critical needs for upcoming special session, breaks national per-acre record paid for a lease
SANTA FE – For the third month in a row, the State Land Office has broken a record with its oil and gas lease sales and earned historic revenue, bringing in over $117 million in bonus payments at a public auction, New Mexico Commissioner Read More
