Heinrich, Daines, King Introduce Legislation To Support Medical Students & Strengthen NM Health Care Workforce
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), and Angus King (I-Maine) introduced the Fair Access in Residency (FAIR) Act, legislation to promote transparency in residency criteria for medical school graduates obtaining a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and increase matching rates to address physician shortages across the nation and in New Mexico.
“New Mexicans already face too many barriers to accessing care, especially in rural and Tribal communities. We cannot afford to leave qualified medical students on the sidelines because Read More
Broadband Office Submits $675 Million Infrastructure Plan
CONNECTNM News:
SANTA FE — Sept. 4, the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) submitted a landmark, comprehensive broadband infrastructure proposal to the federal government, aiming to connect more than 43,000 unserved and underserved homes and businesses with a striking variety of broadband technologies.
OBAE’s Final Proposal has preliminarily awarded hundreds of millions of dollars in grants through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s (NTIA) Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. BEAD is the state’s largest Read More
Family Strengths Network Hosts Annual Lucky Ducky Day Carnival Fundraiser Sept. 27
FSN News:
Family Strengths Network (FSN) and title sponsor N3B Los Alamos invite the community to attend FSN’s primary annual fundraiser, Lucky Ducky Day (LDD). LDD will include carnival games, a silent auction and raffle, rubber duck races, face painting, bounce houses, a photo booth, craft, and more. Last year, nearly 500 people attended LDD. For the first time this year, it will be held at Ashley Pond from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27.
There is the option to pre-register by visiting lafsn.org/store. By pre-registering, you can skip the line at the event. Admission is $10/person. Participants Read More
Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge Sunday Sept. 7
Sheriff’s Posse News:
The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast this Sunday, Sept. 7.
The breakfast is served 7-11 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 North Mesa Road, near the North Mesa Stables.
The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes:
- Pancakes – Banana, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip and Plain;
- Scrambled Eggs;
- Sausage;
- Bacon; and
- Coffee, Tea and Orange Juice.
The price for adults is $10, children 4-10 years of age $5 and those 0-3 are free.
Proceeds this month go to benefit the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse, a 501(c)(3) non-profit.
Commissioner Garcia Richard, Mayor Keller Kick-Start Demolition Of Old Bill’s Auto Building
Courtesy photo
Courtesy photo
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard and Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller today kick-started the demolition of the old Bill’s Auto building located on state trust lands at 10408 Central Ave. SE. The demolition is the next step in ongoing efforts to revitalize the East Central corridor. The State Land Office entered into an agreement last month with Grancor Environmental to complete the demolition and cleanup of the property.
“The East Central corridor has long been impacted by vacant, deteriorating properties. Read More
NMDGF Resumes Debit, Credit Card Sales; Resolves Payment Processing System, Online License Sales Issues
NMDGF News:
SANTA FE — Issues affecting the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish’s payment processing system have been resolved, allowing the Department to process credit and debit cards for license and permit purchases.
Licenses and permits can now be purchased in-person using debit or credit cards at Department offices and vendors statewide, as well as through the Department’s online licensing system.
“We appreciate our customers’ patience,” Department director Mike Sloane said. “We know this situation was inconvenient and frustrating Read More
Friends Of The Senior Centers’ September Events
FOSC News:
September 13 (8am-11am): FOSC Pancake/Burrito Breakfast
For a donation of $10 to FOSC, you can have a pancake breakfast with scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, and pancakes (plain, chocolate chip and blueberry) OR a made to order breakfast burrito with Eggs, hash browns, cheese, and your choice of bacon or sausage.
All are welcome to join us at 137 Longview in White Rock (Dining hall).
September 18 & 19 (8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.): FOSC FUNDrive:
Thursday, 9/18 White Rock Senior Activity Center, 133 Longview Dr., WR
Friday, 9/19 Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center, 1101 Bathtub Row, LA
Bring Read More
FBI: Brothers Sentenced For Child Exploitation
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE –—Two brothers were sentenced for sexually abusing a minor, with one receiving 204 months in prison and the other 135 months.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, between 2019 and 2022, Dustin Roy Rockmen, 33, of Navajo, New Mexico, and Kenzie Roy Rockmen, 26, of Hunters Point, Arizona, both enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, used electronic communications to coerce a minor and engage in sexual acts with the child.
Dustin and Kenzie both pled guilty to one count of coercion and enticement of a minor. Upon their release from prison, Dustin Read More
FBI: Shiprock Man Charged With Assault And Federal Firearms Offenses
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock man is facing federal charges for firing multiple rounds at two people during a domestic dispute on the Navajo Nation.
According to court documents, on Aug. 1, 2025, Bryson Chee, 42, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, who had been drinking and behaving erratically, arrived at a residence in Shiprock as a passenger in a vehicle with two others. After exiting the vehicle, Chee retrieved a handgun, pointed it at the occupants, and then began shooting as they attempted to drive away. A nearby witness and child took cover as shots were fired. Investigators later Read More
New Mexico Archaeology Field Training Program Now Accepting Applications
NMDA News:
SANTA FE — The Office of Archaeological Studies (OAS) in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA), is launching the New Mexico Archaeology Field Training Program, a new educational and workforce development initiative for aspiring archaeological field professionals.
Funded by the New Mexico Legislature in 2025, this statewide pilot program offers immersive, hands-on training designed to prepare participants for employment on professional archaeological projects. The program is open to permanent New Mexico residents and will run from September Read More
Toppers And Huskies Play To A Tie
The Topper soccer Team played host to the Hope Christian Huskies in a nonconference game played on Sullivan Field Wednesday afternoon. The game had a 30-minute lightning delay and at the end of regulation play the score was tied 1-1. This prompted 2 overtimes and the contest ended in a 1-1 tie. Connor Lattimore and Owen McKenna battle for control of the ball in the first period. Photo by JohnMcHale/ladailypost.com
Topper goalie Kenny Linn makes a goal-saving catch in the first period as Canaan Anaya challenges him. Photo by JohnMcHale/ladailypost.com
Diego Sena made the Toppers’ only Read More
UWNNM Build Community Campaign Kickoff Sept. 9
Cindy Padilla, Executive Director, United Way Northern New Mexico. Courtesy photo
UNITED WAY NM News:
In Northern New Mexico, our nonprofits are the lifelines. They are the people behind the food pantries that feed our neighbors, the afterschool programs that keep kids safe and inspired, the support groups that lift families through crisis, and the advocates working tirelessly for mental health, housing, and opportunity. And yet, many of these nonprofits are hanging on by a thread.
The current climate has left many organizations stretched thin—rising costs, fewer funds, and the increasing Read More
ULLRfest Is Back At Pajarito Saturday, Sept. 20
PAJARITO News:
With fall in the air, it’s time to enjoy a fun-filled weekend at Pajarito Mountain Saturday, Sept. 20 for ULLRfest.
Ullr Fest celebrates the coming winter by featuring New Mexico craft beer with Blu Dragon, Boxing Bear, Bathtub Row, Nuckolls Brewery, Second Street and NEW! Hollow Spirits Distillery from 1-5:30 p.m. $20 at the door includes a glass and one free drink.
Live music begins at 1:30 p.m. from One Love.
Plus, the mountain will feature lift served mountain biking, Strava mountain bike races, a viking costume contest and more.
Atomic City Transit will be running buses Read More
Flooding Recovery Event In Ruidoso Offers Free Legal Assistance And Donations Of Supplies
Part of the donations from state court personnel for a flooding recovery event on Saturday in Ruidoso. Courtesy/Twelfth Judicial District Court
Chief Justice David K. Thomson. Courtesy/New Mexico Supreme Court
NMSC News:
RUIDOSO – People recovering from recent flooding in Ruidoso can receive free legal help on Saturday and pick up donated goods ranging from clothing and nonperishable food to school and cleaning supplies.
The legal fair and relief effort will occur from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso Branch Community College at 709 Mechem Drive in Ruidoso. Read More
Dr. Yousef Aljamal To Share Stories Of Gaza At SALA’s Free Palestine Summer Series Sept. 10
Dr. Yousef Aljamal
COMMUNITY News:
The second featured speaker of the Free Palestine Summer Series is Dr. Yousef Aljamal, a Palestinian refugee, writer, and activist who serves as the Gaza Coordinator for the Palestine Activism Program with the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC). He will speak at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 10 at SALA, following a viewing of the Promised Land Museum from 5–7 p.m.
Dr. Aljamal’s presentation comes in the shadow of a devastating personal loss. Aug. 7, an Israeli airstrike killed his sister Somaiya, her husband Anas, and two of their daughters, Hoor and Sham. Read More
Captain Jane And The Case Of The Missing Plutonium A Los Alamos Historical Society Special Lecture Sept. 17
NMHS News:
The Los Alamos Historical Society is pleased to announce an upcoming free special lecture, “Captain Jane and the Case of the Missing Plutonium,” from 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, in the Pajarito Room of historic Fuller Lodge. The evening will feature award-winning teacher and researcher Dr. Georg Steinhauser, who will share his investigation and conclusions about a recently discovered Manhattan Project artifact.
Newly Discovered Manhattan Project Artifacts Reveal Plutonium from 1944
One of history’s greatest scientific efforts—the Manhattan Project—achieved Read More
NFIB August Jobs Report: Unfilled Job Openings Continue To Decline
NFIB News:
SANTA FE — NFIB’s August jobs report found that 32% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in August, down 1 point from July. The last time unfilled job openings fell below 32% was in July 2020. Twenty-eight percent have openings for skilled workers (down 1 point), and 13% have openings for unskilled labor (up 1 point).
“While the economy appears to be doing well, small businesses are scaling back on job openings,” Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg said. “Small business owners with job openings are still looking for qualified applicants, Read More
Teatro Paraguas Presents ¡Viva México! Music, Dance, & Poetry Of México In September
TEATRO PARAGUAS News:
SANTA FE — Teatro Paraguas is thrilled to announce “¡Viva México! The Music, Dance, and Poetry of México,” a spectacular cultural event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexico’s Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias). This vibrant production brings together a stellar cast of local talent for an unforgettable journey through Mexico’s rich history and diverse artistic traditions.
“¡Viva México!” brings together the acclaimed Teatro Paraguas, the graceful Xóchitl Ballet Folklórico, and the spirited Los Niños de Santa Read More
Los Alamos Chamber Of Commerce Launches New Mobile App To Connect Members And Community
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of the new Los Alamos Chamber App, a powerful digital tool designed to foster stronger connections between local businesses and the community. This free mobile application makes it easier than ever for residents and visitors to find goods and services provided by trusted Chamber members and for businesses to engage with the public.
The Los Alamos Chamber App serves as a comprehensive, on-the-go directory of local businesses, featuring member listings, contact information, member videos, and upcoming community events. Read More
Daily Postcard: Silvery Sunset Behind Ashley Pond
Daily Postcard: Silvery sunset behind Ashley Pond Wednesday evening. Photo by Miriam Wallstrom Read More
