Samizdat To Host Author M.G. Shetfall Aug. 5 Virtually
SAMIZDAT News:
The community is invited to join Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse Aug. 5 for a virtual author talk from M. G. Sheftall for the release of his latest book, Nagasaki: The Last Witnesses.
Sheftall will join remotely from Japan to discuss both this new book and his first book of the series, Hiroshima: The Last Witnesses.
The talk will be held in Fuller Lodge. There will be tea and refreshments starting at 6:30 p.m., with the remote presentation beginning at 7 p.m. Afterward, signed copies of both books will be available for sale.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings Read More
Los Alamos Summer Concert ‘Credit Union Night’ To Feature Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers Friday At Ashley Pond Park
Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers to headline the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series ‘Credit Union Night’ this Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre
By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
Sancre Productions
Del Norte Credit Union, Los Alamos Schools Credit Union, and Zia Credit Union have come together to bring us Nik Parr and the Selfless Lovers to Ashley Pond Park for the 9th show of the 2025 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series.
This Friday, July 25, come out to the free event from 6-9 p.m. and enjoy the multitude of food vendors, kids’ activities, information booths, non-profit row, and most importantly, Read More
Bureau Of Land Management New Mexico State Office Now Accepting Nominations For Geothermal Development
BLM News:
SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office is now accepting nominations of lands for competitive geothermal leasing for the next geothermal lease sale that is tentatively scheduled for March 2026.
All nominations must be received by Sept. 25, 2025.
Geothermal energy is a renewable resource that generates baseload electricity with minimal carbon emissions. It is an abundant resource, especially in the West, where the BLM has authority to manage geothermal resource leasing, exploration, and development on approximately 245 million surface acres of public Read More
Aquatic Center Main Pool Closed For Power Outage Issues
COUNTY News:
Due to issues caused by this afternoon’s power outage, the Aquatic Center’s main pool will be closed for the remainder of the week.
The Therapy Pool and the Leisure Lagoon are open for the remainder of today, July 22.
Additionally, for the remainder of the week:
- Therapy Pool opens at 7 a.m.; and
- Leisure Lagoon opens at 8 a.m.
Direct questions to 505.663.8170 or email lacrec@lacnm.us. Read More
Deadline Extended: Trout Fire SNAP Benefits Replacement
NMHCA News:
SANTA FE — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers in Grant County, including the newly added Mimbres zip code (88049), now have until Monday, July 28, to request emergency SNAP food benefits.
“We are urging SNAP customers in fire-affected areas of Grant County to request emergency food benefits replacement by Monday July 28,” Niki Kozlowski said, Income Support Division Director at the New Mexico Health Care Authority. “If you believe you may be eligible, please call the Health Care Authority or visit our local office in Silver City.”
Following Gov. Michelle Read More
Mythic Color Explosion Arrives At Meow Wolf Santa Fe
Artist Danae Brissonnet has unveiled ‘The Temple of a Thousand Stories’—a dreamlike, immersive installation brimming with vibrant color, monumental sculpture, and fantastical storytelling, at Meow Wolf’s House Of Eternal Return in Santa Fe. Courtesy/Meow Wolf
Meow Wolf News:
SANTA FE — Open now at Meow Wolf’s House Of Eternal Return in Santa Fe, internationally renowned artist Danae Brissonnet has unveiled “The Temple of a Thousand Stories”—a dreamlike, immersive installation brimming with vibrant color, monumental sculpture, and fantastical storytelling. It’s not every day a Read More
Power Restored To Western Area After Lightning Strike
COUNTY News:
Power has been restored to the Western Area after a lightning-related incident occurred at about 12:50 p.m. today. Standby electric linemen from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities responded to the power outage and by 2 p.m. had restored the electric power.
If power is still out in individual homes, Deputy Utility Manager – Electric Distribution Stephen Marez suggested that residents check their breaker switches before calling to report an outage. Lightning storms can often cause surges that trigger the breaker.
Direct questions or concerns about this work to the Read More
First Born Event Moved To Small Biz Center 5:30 Tonight!
Myers And Abata: Response To ‘Free Palestine’ Objections
By KELLY MYERS and EMMA ABATA
Los Alamos
Thank you for providing a platform to discuss our upcoming Free Palestine Summer Series. We appreciate the opportunity to address concerns regarding our event’s intentions and impact. As coordinators, we take feedback seriously and value dialogue — but we respectfully disagree with the suggestion that this series promotes divisiveness, hate, or harm.
Our intent is precisely the opposite: to foster understanding, empathy, and action through education. For 77 years, the Palestinian people have endured brutal military occupation and ongoing Read More
Power Outage Underway In Western Area
Map of the areas affected by today’s power outage in the Western Area. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Standby electric linemen from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities are responding to a power outage in the Western Area of the townsite.
They are hoping to restore power within the hour. The cause has not yet been determined.
Direct questions or concerns about this work to the Los Alamos County Customer Care Center at 505.662.8333 (during work hours) or CustomerCare@lacnm.us. Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Update On Opening Status
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Golf Course was opened for play on the front nine this past week, and this morning, July 22, staff evaluated the course for any problem areas and the overall status of the course for additional play.
While staff confirmed that the front nine is still good for play, and thanked the golfing community for taking care of the course and filling in their divots, they feel that it is also beneficial for the course to rest for a few days between open days.
Therefore, the Los Alamos County Golf Course will have the schedule as follows:
- Tee times for July 25, 26, 27 can be made online
Saenz: Why SALA Is Hosting ‘Free Palestine’ Series
By ALLAN SAENZ
Owner
SALA Los Alamos Event Center
Beginning this evening, SALA Los Alamos Event Center will host Free Palestine, a multi-part film and discussion series produced by an independent group that rented our facility. The announcement has sparked strong emotions across our community; several members have resigned their memberships, and our staff has received a number of angry phone calls and emails.
We write to clarify three points:
SALA’s Mission as a Public-Facing Venue
SALA is an event center first and foremost. We provide space for school recitals, church services, science Read More
UNM-LA Announces Summer Adult Learning Schedule
UNMLA News:
The UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) Adult Learning Center is now enrolling students for its summer session. Classes begin this week and run through Aug. 29, offering opportunities for adult learners to advance their education and language skills.
This summer’s courses include:
- High School Equivalency (HSE)
- English as a Second Language (ESL) – Beginning and intermediate levels
Whether you’re working toward a high school equivalency certificate or looking to improve your English proficiency, UNM-LA provides a supportive learning environment tailored to adult students. Read More
Del Norte Credit Union Supporting Lowrider Charitable Raffle To Benefit Española YMCA Teen Center
DNCU News:
SANTA FE — Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU) and the Española YMCA Teen Center announced their joint effort in hosting a Lowrider Charitable Raffle to support youth in Española.
From now until the Española Centennial Celebration on Sept. 28, people across the state can purchase raffle tickets for $50 online or at any DNCU branch to win a 1963 Chevy Impala. All proceeds will go directly to the Española YMCA Teen Center to support their efforts of providing educational programs, recreational activities, and a safe environment for teens across Española and other surrounding communities. Read More
New Talent Joins New Mexico Museum Of Space History
Courtesy/NMDCA
NMDCA News:
ALAMOGORDO — The New Mexico Museum of Space History welcomes three new staff members: Olga Valanos, Brigette Smith, and Levi Heisinger. Valanos is the Public Relations and Marketing Director, Smith is the Front Desk Customer Service representative, and Heisinger joins as an Education Coordinator and Planetarium Projectionist.
Valanos has more than 15 years of experience in marketing and public relations. An MBA graduate of Loyola College, she most recently served as the Communications Lead at the foundation for one of San Antonio’s largest school districts. Read More
Coalition Unveils ‘Facilitate Owner Occupied Space’ Idea
Coalition News:
The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (Coalition) invites public review and input on its “Facilitate Owner Occupied Space” idea, a proposal aimed at boosting the economic vitality of Los Alamos County by providing local businesses with opportunities to own their business space.
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 “Facilitate Owner Occupied Space Initiative” idea seeks to foster a stronger local economy by:
Empowering Businesses Through Ownership: Read More
LAHS Alumni Association Awarded Scholarships To Three 2025 Graduating Seniors
LAHS Alumni Association presented three 2025 graduating seniors with $5,000 each. Courtesy photo
By BETTY ANNE MULLINS PACHECO
Anna Jacobson will be studying Political Science at the University of New Mexico. Anna is the daughter of Tony and Eva Jacobson. Her experiences with Los Alamos Teen Court and Mr. Frost’s Advanced Placement US Government and Politics class inspired Anna to want to become a lawyer. She will be joining UNM’s pre-law society. Her tip for incoming freshmen is to not worry too much. During her time at LAHS many times something felt like it was the end of the world and ended up Read More
Leger Fernández, Murkowski, Klobuchar, Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Strengthen Healing Partnerships For Survivors Of Sexual Assault
U.S. CONGRESS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Reps. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), alongside Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), introduced the Healing Partnerships for Survivors Act, a bipartisan bill to improve and expand trauma-informed care for survivors of sexual assault through strengthened partnerships between community-based sexual assault programs and health and wellness providers.
The bill authorizes $30 million annually for five years to help community based sexual assault programs provide culturally relevant, trauma-informed Read More
Los Alamos Mountain Club Finishes Strong At 2025 New Mexico Long Course State Championships In Albuquerque
Mountain Club simmers attend the 2025 New Mexico Long Course State Championships. Courtesy photo
By ANNA ZHANG
Mountain Club
The 2025 New Mexico Long Course State Championships were held July 10-13 at the West Mesa Aquatic Center in Albuquerque, hosted by Beast Aquatic Club. Mountain Club qualified 20 swimmers, 17 of whom competed in 98 individual events and 9 relays. They finished 4th overall with 389 team points among 18 teams.
Even though the championship meet was canceled after power and mechanical failures at the pool on Saturday afternoon (after Event 44) and all day Sunday. This timing Read More
Obituary: Robert Howard Sherman Nov. 18, 1929 – July 18, 2025
ROBERT HOWARD SHERMAN Nov. 18, 1929 – July 18, 2025
Robert (Bob) Howard Sherman passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, following a brief illness.
Bob lived a very full life and remained active and vigorous throughout his life. Born on November 18, 1929, Bob always had a keen interest in science and loved conducting chemistry experiments in the basement of his childhood home in Chicago. He spoke fondly of attending Lane Technical High School.
Bob graduated from the Illinois Institute of Technology and earned his PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley. Following Read More
