Republican Party Of New Mexico Chairwoman Amy Barela Responds To Attorney General Raul Torrez Lawsuit
By AMY BARELA
Chairwoman
Republican Party of New Mexico
The Republican Party of New Mexico stands with President Trump in his effort to end reckless federal spending that prioritizes radical agendas over the real needs of American children. President Trump has long warned that he will cut funding for programs that promote DEI indoctrination and that cater to illegal immigrants at the expense of our students and our communities. We support this measure because we believe it will help secure the long-term viability of education programs that put New Mexico children first.
While Attorney General Read More
Think New Mexico Welcomes 2025 Leadership Interns
Think New Mexico’s 2025 Leadership Intern cohort gathered for a lunch meeting July 8 at La Fonda in Santa Fe, from left, Health Policy Fellow Lauren Leland, Field Director Noah Apodaca, Board Secretary Liddie Martinez, Leadership Interns Camille Kruger and Jay Choate, Associate Director Kristina Fisher, and Leadership Interns Ella Hutchinson and Lynsey Pinto. Not pictured are Leadership Interns Ryn Delgado and Cole Washburn. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
SANTA FE — Think New Mexico is again welcoming college
TriState CareFlight Adds Life-Saving Device To Emergency Air Medical Helicopter
TriState CareFlight News:
SANTA FE — The TriState CareFlight bases in Santa Fe and Taos, along with their sister bases, Native Air in Alamogordo; Artesia; Carlsbad; Deming; Las Cruces; and Silver City; as well as LifeGuard in Carlsbad and Roswell, are reinforcing their commitment to safety and clinical excellence by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into their emergency air medical helicopters.
As part of Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, TriState CareFlight joins a nationwide initiative to integrate this life-saving technology Read More
Playing Her Cards Right: How Mom And Daughter Are Shuffling The Deck In Poker And AI
Claire Longo, co-founder of a women-led poker club and a leading voice in AI, brings sharp focus and strategy to the table during a recent tournament. For her, poker is more than a game—it’s a training ground for mastering probability, decision-making, and confidence. Courtesy photo
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com
When the women of Los Alamos gather on Sunday afternoons and Wednesday nights to play poker, they’re not just betting chips. They’re betting on each other — building confidence, connection and trust in a women-led club that is quickly gaining attention. Read More
New Mexico Supreme Court Invalidates Murder Conviction In 2018 Shooting Death, Clarifies Burglary Law
COURT News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico state Supreme Court has vacated the felony murder and aggravated burglary convictions of a man for fatally shooting a Santa Fe homeowner in his backyard in 2018.
In a split decision, the Court concluded that a portal – a covered porch or patio attached to a home – is not a structure that could be burglarized under New Mexico law. As a result, there was no underlying felony to elevate the homicide to a charge of felony murder.
The Court made clear that constitutional protections against double jeopardy do not preclude retrying Joseph Matthew Gregory Jones because Read More
Balloon Fiesta® Releases Fan-Favorite Collectible Item: 2025 Official Serigraph Poster
BALLOON FIESTA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has released the fan-favorite collectible item, the Official Balloon Fiesta Serigraph Poster. Balloon Fiesta has been working with artists since 1979 to bring amazing works of art in the form of our official serigraph poster.
This year’s edition was designed and painted by Jason Valencia, a local Native American born and raised in the Pueblo of San Felipe, New Mexico. Valencia is a self-taught artist who started painting in 1998, working with acrylic paints to create his Pueblo-style customized art.
Valencia’s Read More
New Mexico State Land Office Wins A Top Workplace Award For Third Consecutive Year
Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard
STATE News:
SANTA FE —The Albuquerque Journal has announced that the New Mexico State Land Office has won a Top Workplaces award, ranking 3rd among midsize organizations (with between 150-499 employees).
It marks the 3rd consecutive year the State Land Office has been named a Top Workplace, ranking 1st in 2023, and 2nd in 2024. In survey responses, employees consistently used words like “inclusive” and “supportive” to describe the agency.
The State Land Office won the Top Workplaces USA Award from USA Today in March 2025, for the 2nd consecutive year. Read More
Pets Of The Week: Guthrie And Gus
Guthrie needs a unicorn. He has been patiently waiting for his person since December 4, 2024, in various shelters—yet somehow this sweet, 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix still greets us with a wagging tail and hopeful eyes. He’s kind, gentle, great with people and other pups, and a perfect 52 lbs of love. So what’s the catch?
It’s not his heart. It’s not his behavior… It’s his allergies.
Guthrie didn’t always have allergies though—we think he developed them in a new environment in a new state, so we are holding out hope that maybe, just maybe, now that he’s back in his homeland, his autoimmune Read More
New Mexico Dedicates Trinity Downwinders Sign On 80th Anniversary Of Trinity Test
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico marked the 80th anniversary of the Trinity Test with the dedication of a new roadside sign honoring the Trinity Downwinders affected by the blast.
A public dedication ceremony was held Wednesday at the intersection of U.S. Highway 380 and N.M. 525 to unveil the sign and mark the 80th anniversary of the Trinity Test.
The sign is intended to recognize the residents of the Tularosa Basin who were affected. These individuals, sometimes referred to as “Downwinders”, lived near the blast site and experienced health and environmental impacts that continue to resonate Read More
Los Alamos Open Space & Trails Working Group Announces Test Your Trail Smarts’ Quiz Winner!
Open Space Working Group members Celeste Raffin (left), Jerry Cowan (right), and Kevin Holsapple present prize package items to Trail Etiquette Quiz Contest winner Ashley Horner.
OSTWG News:
The Los Alamos Open Space & Trails Working Group is excited to announce the winner of their “Test Your Trail Smarts: Multi-Use Trail Etiquette Quiz”! The quiz, which closed on June 30, 2025, was designed to raise awareness and promote safer and more harmonious shared trail experiences on the beautiful Pajarito Plateau.
An impressive 32 out of 66 entries achieved a perfect score on the Read More
‘Movie Under The Wings’ Event Hosted By National Museum Of Science & History Featuring Night At The Museum
NMNSH News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is thrilled to announce a one-of-a-kind screening of the classic 2006 fantasy-comedy film Night at the Museum on Saturday, August 23, in Heritage Park, the museum’s outdoor exhibit area. Doors are set to open at 7 p.m., and the movie will begin at dusk.
Guests will be able to watch the film surrounded by iconic historic aircraft, such as the B- 29 Superfortress, the B-47 Stratojet, and many more, creating a unique atmosphere perfect for any friends or family. Additionally, guests can enjoy a live DJ, snap photos at a Read More
ECECD Marks 5 Years With Statewide Resource Fairs
ECECD News:
The Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) is marking its fifth birthday by participating in a series of community-based resource fairs, designed to support families of young children by gathering state agencies and community resources that offer programs and services that touch early childhood.
Commemorating ECECD’s founding July 1, 2020, these celebrations underscore the department’s ongoing commitment to meeting the needs of New Mexico’s youngest children and their families.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Health and safety resources
- Opportunity to connect directly
Los Alamos County Clerk Collecting Supplies From Community For Ruidoso Flood Victims Through July 18
DPLAC News:
Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo is collecting supplies needed by those impacted by the floods in Ruidoso.
Redondo will collect smaller amounts of items in his office on the 2nd floor of the Los Alamos County Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave. and larger amounts from the loading dock of that building.
Drop off donations 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday, July 18.
Items Being Collected:
- Bottled water/drinks;
- Non-perishable food;
- Hygiene products (shampoo, toothpaste, soap, feminine hygiene, deodorant, etc.);
- New clothing, socks, undergarments, and shoes;
- Baby products
Daily Postcard: Close Up Of Southwestern Fritillary Butterfly
Daily Postcard: A close up view of one of the many Southwestern Fritillary butterflies that could be seen on July 12 along the Las Conchas Trail. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Laguna Wildfire Update: July 16
SFNF News:
The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has released the update for July 16 on the Laguna Wildfire, which has consumed 15,714 acres in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of N.M. 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.
Gallina Ranch remains in “GO” evacuation status, and the Monastery of Christ in the Desert remains in “SET” status. For complete information on evacuations in New Mexico, visit https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/fire-prevention-programs/ready-set-go-new-mexico/.
Acres: 15,714
Start Date: June 25, 2025
Location: Gallina
Cause: Lightning
Personnel: Read More
Kiwanis To Host Aluminum Collection Saturday July 19
Kiwanians stand ready to collect aluminum cans for recycling, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS News:
Saturday, July 19, the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos will be collecting and buying aluminum cans to be sent for recycling.
Collection hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the First United Methodist Church on Diamond Drive (near Sullivan Field).
The community is encouraged to bring the aluminum cans they’ve had accumulating to help support the environment and Kiwanis. Read More
Video: Councilor Hand Discusses July 15 Work Session
Los Alamos County Councilor Melanee Hand discusses Tuesday’s work session. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
U.S. Rep. Vasquez Votes To Pass National Defense Bill, Delivering Military Strength, Wins On New Mexico Priorities
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On July 15, 2025, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) – a member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) – voted in favor of the bipartisan Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
“It is vital that we ensure America’s armed forces have the training, equipment, and resources they need to carry out their missions,” Vasquez said. “This bipartisan bill includes my legislation to improve health care for our rural veterans, give our troops a pay raise, recognize New Mexico’s Downwinders, and add many additional provisions Read More
Los Alamos Summer Concert Series Brings ‘Disclaimers’ Friday Night To Ashley Pond Park
By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
Sancre Productions
Waterstone Mortgage and Plateau Property Management bring us the band “Disclaimers” to Ashley Pond Park for the 8th show of the 2025 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series, this Friday, July 18. 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 3 full hours of Disclaimers music.
The Disclaimers arose from a tangled mess of cassette tapes and microphone cables in Albuquerque, and have been giving people a reason to dance and sing along ever since. They deliver the Read More
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents ‘The Genes Of Adam: Genomic Sweeps And Hominin Extinctions’
Courtesy/LAF&SF
LAF&SF News:
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum (LAF&SF) 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents ‘The Genes of Adam: genomic sweeps and hominin extinctions’ by Dr. Nels Hoffman, Tuesday, July 22 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.
Almost every hominin lineage has gone extinct. Neanderthal, Homo erectus, Homo rudolfensis, Homo habilis, Homo floresensis, Homo naledi, Read More
