State Awards $3.1M To Bring Fiber Internet To 1,370 Homes And Businesses In Raton
Raton groundbreaking for fiber project connecting Raton to high-speed internet. Courtesy/OBAE
OBAE News:
RATON — The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) joined Resound Networks yesterday to break ground on a fiber project that will connect 1,370 Raton homes and businesses to high-speed internet.
Resound Networks received a $3.1 million Connect New Mexico Fund grant to construct 30 miles of fiber to unserved and underserved locations in Colfax County. The project will connect 1,137 homes, 133 businesses, 89 farms, and 11 community anchors such as hospitals, fire Read More
New LANL-Funded Study Shows Plants React Differently To Drought Than Expected
Juniper trees are an example of an anisohydric species in New Mexico. Courtesy photo
LANL News:
A new study published by Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists shows that increased water availability can make some types of plants significantly less responsive to subsequent drought conditions than previously thought. The research was published in Nature.
“This was one of those surprise findings that you encounter by accident while looking for an answer to another problem,” Turin Dickman said, scientist at Los Alamos and corresponding author of the study. “By putting the pieces together Read More
Candia Is Top Predictor In July 22 Pace Race
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ACRR News:
Felix Candia was the best predictor in the weekly pace race held on the maintenance road behind the golf course heading into Walnut Canyon. He had an 18-second differential from his predicted time. Other accurate predictors were Eric Anderson at 19 seconds off; Katie Smeltzer with a 30-second difference; Ethan Wever recording a 39 second differential; and Priscila Rosa at 50 seconds off.
3-year-old Max Davis was the top finisher in the 1-mile distance at 11:09 and Elizabeth Atkins was the first female with a time of 22:56.
On the 3-mile course Paul Geimer Read More
National Hispanic Cultural Center Launches Blooming New Logo To Kick Off 25th Anniversary Celebration
NMDCA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — With National Hispanic Cultural Center’s 25th anniversary coming up in October, the Center has unveiled a new logo that pays homage to the organization’s vibrancy and honors Hispanic nations around the world.
“This logo showcases the beauty and diversity of our shared cultures and communities, for us here at the NHCC it is an honor to continue to preserve the arts, history, and language of our shared people,” National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) Executive Director Zack Quintero said. “Our connection and focus on uplifting local, regional, and national cultural Read More
Register Now For Pajarito Mountain Run 10K Aug. 16
PAJARITO News:
High Alpine New Mexico Trail Running is the best! This Grassroots Trail Run looks to showcase some high-altitude trails, perfect for escaping the summer heat and the opportunity to support the areas wonderful resorts.
Race Headquarters
We invite you join us for the weekend at Pajarito Mountain and the town of Los Alamos. This venue is perfect for spending time outdoors, enjoying the beautiful natural landscapes of the River Grande Valley and the numerous outdoor recreation opportunities.
From the Stone Age to the Atomic Age, Los Alamos has a history of discovery. Pajarito Mountain Read More
N.M. Delegation Announces President’s Approval Of Major Disaster Declaration For Lincoln County, Maintains Push For Inclusion Of Chaves, Otero, & Valencia Counties
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Reps. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) released the following joint statement, welcoming President Donald Trump’s granting of a Major Disaster Declaration for Lincoln County, while renewing their call for President Trump to grant a Major Disaster Declaration for Chaves, Otero, and Valencia Counties and authorize Public Assistance Categories C-G in the wake of severe flooding that took the lives of three people and damaged Read More
Pets Of The Week: Tito And Sally
Tito didn’t want to live. After his littermate was hit and killed by a truck, Tito did what only a soul-crushed heart would do—he laid down next to the body in the road and waited to join him. He wouldn’t move. He wouldn’t eat. He had given up.
But someone saw him, stopped, and scooped up his grief, his bones, his barely-there body, and gave him a reason to hope again. Since then, this 3yo retriever/chow/collie mix has slowly come back to life in foster care. He’s put on weight, grown stronger, and rediscovered the world with gentle curiosity. His eyes have that golden glow of a dog who’s learning joy again, Read More
Heinrich, Bennet, Hickenlooper Introduce Legislation To Expand, Improve Access To Clean Water For Tribal Families
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), along with U.S. Sens. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), introduced the Tribal Access to Clean Water Act to dramatically expand access to clean water for Tribal families by investing in water infrastructure. This bill would increase funding through the Indian Health Service, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Bureau of Reclamation to support water infrastructure projects in Tribal communities and help provide clean water to Native American households that currently lack Read More
Laguna Fire Update: July 23, 2025
SFNF News:
Acres: 16,934
Start Date: 06/25/2025
Location: Gallina, NM
Cause: Lightning
Personnel: 297
Fuels: Oak brush, Piñon-juniper, and mixed conifer
Containment: 55%
Resources: 2 crews | 9 engines | 4 helicopters | 2 unmanned aircraft system | 2 water tenders | 2 dozer | 3 ambulance
Highlights: Cooler Read More
Governor Secures Additional Federal Flooding Assistance
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The state of New Mexico today announced that the federal government has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for New Mexico communities damaged by flooding, unlocking federal funds to support response and recovery efforts in Lincoln County.
“This federal declaration delivers the action we sought for a community that has shown incredible resilience through repeated disasters.” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. “The people of Lincoln County deserve every resource we can provide, and we will continue working until every family and business in New Mexico Read More
County Update On Aquatic Center Hours Through July 29
The Aquatic Center’s main pool is closed until 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, after a scheduled in-service training. For the remainder of the week, the Therapy Pool opens at 7 a.m. and Leisure Lagoon opens at 8 a.m. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Due to issues caused by the July 22 power outage in the Western Area, the Aquatic Center’s main pool will be closed until 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, after a scheduled in-service training.
However, for the remainder of the week, the Therapy Pool will open at 7 a.m. and Leisure Lagoon will open at 8 a.m.
Additionally, the Therapy Pool and the Leisure Lagoon will be open 9 a.m. Read More
Obituary: Harold (Hal) Davis June 30, 1941 – July 18, 2025
HAROLD (HAL) DAVIS June 30, 1941 – July 18, 2025
Harold (Hal) Davis, 84, of Los Alamos, NM, passed away on July 18, 2025 with his wife, son, and daughter at his side. Hal will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather, and an active member of his community.
Born on June 30, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, Hal had a humble upbringing. He loved playing baseball with his friends and told stories of sneaking into Chicago Bears football games as a youngster. He was a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan and was overjoyed that he lived to see them win the World Series in his lifetime.
Hal was the first in his family Read More
Beautiful Flowers Adorn Garden Of Home In White Rock
Beautiful flowers fill the garden of this home on Bryce Avenue in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández Seeks Answers From U.S. Forest Service On Laguna Wildfire Mismanagement
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
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Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) sent a letter to U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz demanding answers about the agency’s decision-making and response to the devastating Laguna Wildfire that continues to burn across Rio Arriba County.
In the letter, Leger Fernández makes clear that this fire is not just about acres burned. It’s about trust burned. It’s about the lives and legacies of the people of Rio Read More
LANL Employees Meet Assistance Dogs Of The West
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) welcomed some special four-legged guests May 29 as the nonprofit Assistance Dogs of the West (ADW) paid a visit for an information event. Four staff members from ADW, along with three of their talented service dogs, joined more than 30 employees to outline ADW’s valuable work in training service dogs that help individuals and work in facilities such as courthouses and hospitals. Attendees had the opportunity to interact with the friendly canines while learning about volunteer opportunities. The Lab’s Community Partnerships Office hosts regular sessions Read More
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents: ‘Faith, Science and Biotechnologies. Navigating Science With Integrity’
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum News:
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents ‘Faith, Science and Biotechnologies. Navigating Science with Integrity’ by guest speaker, John Loike, MD, Monday, July 28 at the Los Alamos Unitarian Church.
A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. with the lecture beginning at 6:30 p.m. The presentation will be recorded and streamed to the Zoom site given at: https://losalamosfaithandscienceforum.org.
This presentation explores the complex ethical terrain at the intersection of cutting-edge biotechnology and moral responsibility. Read More
Firefighters Celebrated At 2025 Biannual Promotional Event
Los Alamos Fire Chief Wendy Servey announced the names of seven firefighters during the LAFD’s 2025 Biannual Promotional Ceremony Saturday morning at Station 3 in White Rock. The firefighters celebrating their promotion with family, fellow firefighters, and community members include, from left, Capt. Brandon Torrey, Battalion Chief Ray Gandara, Capt. Zac Shriver, Capt. Keith Henery, Driver Engineer Brian Palmer, Driver Engineer Keith Garcia, and Battalion Chief Matt Munoz (not pictured). Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Heinrich Announces Committee Passage Of $6.5 Million To Combat Crime, Save Lives, & Keep New Mexicans Safe
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced the bipartisan Senate Appropriations Committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. With Committee approval of this bill, Heinrich secured support for over $6.5 million for nine local projects in New Mexico.
“While this Appropriations bill isn’t perfect, it includes resources and investments I negotiated for New Mexico that will help our law enforcement officers solve and reduce violent crime, keep our communities safe, Read More
New Documents Added To LANL Electronic Reading Room
LANL News:
Per regulatory requirements, this email is to notify you that new documents have been added to the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room.
All legacy cleanup documents required to be posted after April 30, 2018, are available on the site linked above.
For legacy cleanup documents that were posted prior to April 30, 2018, please visit the LANL electronic public reading room.
- Submittal of Comments in Response to the New Mexico Environment Department Surface Water Quality Bureau’s Public Comment Period on the Draft Comprehensive Assessment and Listing
Daily Postcard: Bee Busy Pollinating Flowers In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Colorful bee is busy Tuesday pollinating flowers in White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs
Swallowtail butterfly enjoying an echinacea flower Tuesday in White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs Read More
