Wedding Announcement: Krista Black & Hunter Lee Dyer July 26, 2025
Krista Black and Hunter Lee Dyer were married Saturday, July 26, 2025, at St. John’s United Methodist Church in Santa Fe. Dyer is from Chatsworth, GA, and Black is from Roswell. They both work at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and live in Santa Fe. Dyer was a US Naval Submariner for 24 years and Black has worked at LANL since 2006. Courtesy photo Read More
FBI: Arizona Man Pleads Guilty To Abuse Of Child
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Phoenix man faces up to life in prison after admitting in federal court to sexually abusing a minor.
According to court records, in 2019, Jeremy Blueeyes, 26, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, engaged in sexual contact with a minor who had not yet attained the age of 12.
Blueeyes pleaded guilty to one count of abusive sexual contact of a minor. At sentencing, Blueeyes faces up to life in prison. Upon his release from prison, Blueeyes will be subject to not less than five years and up to life of supervised release and must register as a sex offender.
U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison Read More
NM True Campaign Tabbed As Finalist For Skift IDEA Awards
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico has again earned another accolade for its appeal as a noteworthy leisure travel destination.
As the latest example of New Mexico’s growing notoriety as a premier destination for leisure travel among professionals and experts in tourism, the New Mexico True “Living Legends” campaign was selected as a finalist for the 2025 Skift IDEA Awards for creative content.
The Skift IDEA Awards recognizes the individuals, teams, businesses and brands that are driving the travel industry forward. New Mexico True was selected as 1 of 10 finalists in the “Creative Thinkers: Read More
New Mexico Certified Chile Showcases Chile Postcard Artwork By Local Artists
NMCA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Chile Association (NMCA) announced artists from around the state who are participating in the New Mexico Certified Chile™ Postcard Project, a way to share a colorful and cultural depiction of what chile means to the state of New Mexico.
“Here in New Mexico, we know and love our red and green,” Joe Wellborn said, Vice President of the NMCA, “but if you don’t live here, you might not know where the best chile in the world is produced. We wanted to provide a way for New Mexicans to become chile ambassadors and promote our signature crop around the country and the globe, Read More
Laguna Fire Update: July 28, 2025
SFNF News:
Acres: 17,413
Start Date: 06/25/2025
Location: Gallina, NM
Cause: Lightning
Personnel: 175
Fuels: Oak brush, Piñon-juniper, mixed conifer
Containment: 75%
Resources: 3 crew | 5 engines | 2 helicopters | 1 unmanned aircraft system | 1 water tenders | 3 ambulance
Highlights: The fire was tested over the last 2 days with higher temperatures, low humidities, and varying wind directions but due to all the hard work of firefighters on the ground, and in the air, the fire stayed within the planned containment lines.
Tomorrow at 6 a.m. management of the Laguna Fire will transition from the Read More
Reenactments, Children’s Activities, Music, & More At Old Lincoln Days Aug. 1–3
NMDCA News:
Come celebrate the legendary history of outlaw Billy the Kid at Old Lincoln Days in Historic Lincoln, New Mexico, Aug. 1–3, 2025.
Food and craft vendors, reenactors, musicians, and more come to the “most dangerous street in America” for one weekend each year. Lincoln Historic Site staff will host two lectures a day on Friday and Saturday in the San Juan Bautista Church as part of the ongoing Lincoln Lecture Series. Children’s activities will take place by the San Juan Bautista Church, and a “Where is Billy?” seek and find will take place throughout town. The Wonders on Wheels mobile Read More
PEEC’s Monday Nature Playtime Back Aug. 4
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is excited to announce the return of its popular Nature Playtime program beginning at 10 a.m., Monday, Aug. 4, at Los Alamos Nature Center. This free, weekly program is designed for toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers to explore the natural world through play, creativity, and discovery.
Led by PEEC educator Izza, each session includes a nature-themed craft, story, and outdoor activity. Nature Playtime offers a welcoming space for young children to connect with nature while socializing with other families in the community. Read More
FEMA: Be Alert To Fraud After A Disaster
FEMA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexicans should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after the severe storms, flooding and landslides that began June 23, 2025.
In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from homeowners and renters.
If a FEMA inspector comes to your home and you did not submit a FEMA application, your information may have been used without your knowledge to create a FEMA application. If so, please inform the inspector Read More
SaxAtomix Performance At Beef & Leaf July 31
COMMUNITY News:
The SaxAtomix will helping the Beef & Leaf cafe celebrate their first birthday this Thursday evening July 31, 2025. The group will be performing on the patio and presenting a mix of music including big band classics, Latin favorites, jazz standards, ballads, and more.
The SaxAtomix are an amateur saxophone quintet comprised of players from the Los Alamos community. We have been playing together since 2017. Our group includes Bryan Fearey, Wendy Keffeler, Adolfo Meana, Joyce Guzik, and Paul Lewis. You can find them on the web at saxatomix.org. Read More
Livestock Shows Highlight Bernalillo County 4-H Fair At Expo New Mexico
NMSF News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Bernalillo County 4-H Fair is underway at Expo New Mexico with large animal shows and the livestock sale highlighting the final days of the show. This event is open to the public and runs through Friday, Aug. 1.
4-H is the largest youth development organization in America, helping kids find their spark, build real world skills, and become resilient, adaptable, lifelong learners. In 4‐H programs, kids and teens complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and civic engagement in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult Read More
LAPS Foundation Recognizes 2025 Scholarship Winners, Educators Of Distinction
Uxue Sansinena and Margo Batha. Photo by Jessica Booton
Michael Bane and Jovita Mowrer. Photo by Jessica Booton
LAPSF News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation proudly awarded four different types of scholarships this year to graduating seniors from Los Alamos High School. Among them is a newly established scholarship recognizing the senior who has previously served as a student member on the Foundation’s board. The Foundation also continued its tradition of awarding Community Service Scholarships to students who have made meaningful contributions to the schools and the broader Read More
New Mexico Launches Free Teaching Career Hub
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — Aspiring teacher in New Mexico now have a new ally in their journey to the classroom with the launch of TEACHNewMexico.org, offering free career tools, personalized guidance from current educators and up to $100 toward application costs.
As New Mexico faces ongoing teacher shortages, this new initiative serves as a one-stop shop for anyone exploring a career in education. The platform provides financial aid assistance, test prep support and help navigating educator preparation programs across the state.
“TEACHNewMexico.org is strengthening our existing Read More
Aquatic Center Hours: Week Of July 28
COUNTY News:
Due to issues caused by the power outage on July 22, the Aquatic Center’s main pool will remain closed until Monday, Aug. 4, 2025. However, the Therapy Pool will open at 7 a.m., and the Leisure Lagoon at 8:00am for the week.
The Therapy Pool will be open on Saturday, Aug. 2, all day from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. The Leisure Lagoon will be closed starting Saturday, Aug. 2, for scheduled maintenance through Aug. 24.
For additional information, call 505.662.8170 or email lacrec@lacnm.us. Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: July 28, 2025
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
The month of August begins Friday. This is the beginning of the “dog days of summer.
Warm temperatures and low streamflows put a damper on trout streams and rivers. This is a good time to give trout a rest. Warm water temperatures over 70-degrees make the trout lethargic and over 75 degrees can kill them.
Even practicing catch -and-release is discouraged as the stress of being caught and released can prove fatal to trout that are already heat-stressed.
Some of the best fishing will be found below dams. Water released from the bottom of Read More
Local Business Coalition Unveils ‘Professional Services Assistance’ Idea To Strengthen Our Community’s Economy
LALBC News:
The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (“Coalition”) invites public review and input on its “Professional Services Assistance” idea, a proposal aimed at boosting the economic vitality of Los Alamos County by providing local businesses with easier access to timely, experienced professional services important for compliance with Los Alamos County requirements. This initiative is one of six forward-thinking ideas detailed in the newly released “Coalition Idea Book,” now available as a PDF on the Coalition website.
The “Professional Read More
Shiprock Man Pleads Guilty After Crash That Left Passenger With Life-Threatening Injuries
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock man pleaded guilty to federal charges after a 2018 drunk driving crash seriously injured his passenger.
According to court records, Jan. 11, 2018, Philbert Mark, 46, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, was driving on Navajo Route 13 while extremely intoxicated and consequently crashed his car. Mark’s passenger sustained permanent and life-threatening serious bodily injuries as a result of the crash.
Mark pleaded guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury. At sentencing, Mark faces up to 10 years in prison. Upon his release from prison, Read More
Daily Postcard: Bandelier National Monument Patio Gardens
Daily Postcard: The patio gardens at Bandelier National Monument have been spectacular this summer, thanks to the volunteers from the Summit Garden Club. Visitors are always taking photos of the flowers and asking for the name of the hollyhocks. Photo by Kit Ruminer
Photo by Kit Ruminer
Photo by Kit Ruminer Read More
Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance Approved For New Mexico Storm Recovery
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — President Donald Trump approved disaster aid for New Mexico, authorizing unemployment assistance for Lincoln County residents and businesses affected by severe storms, flooding, and landslides that struck June 23 at the request of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions is accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) from workers and self-employed individuals in Lincoln County who have been unable to work due to this disaster. Applications may be filed by calling the Unemployment Insurance Operations Read More
Tell DPU How You Really Feel About Electrification
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) wants to better understand community perspectives on electrification, or the gradual transition away from natural gas usage to electricity only.
An online survey on the topic was emailed to DPU’s utility customers today. The survey seeks feedback on DPU’s goal of achieving zero natural gas usage by 2070. A collaborative effort, the survey is being distributed by DPU while research and analysis is being conducted by the University of New Mexico (UNM) and New Mexico State University (NMSU).
Achieving the goal largely depends Read More
Los Alamos County Issues Email Scam Warning
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County officials are warning residents and vendors to be on alert after discovering a sophisticated phishing scam involving fraudulent emails that appeared to be from Los Alamos County.
A contractor working with the County recently received one such email, which falsely claimed an overdue balance and included instructions to submit payment via wire transfer. Although the message appeared legitimate, referencing real details about the contractor’s relationship with the County, it was determined to be fraudulent.
Officials emphasize that Los Alamos County will Read More
