Local Business Coalition Unveils ‘Storefront Recapture Initiative’ Idea To Strengthen Our Community’s Economy
LALBC News:
The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (“Coalition”) invites public review and input on its “Storefront Recapture Initiative” a idea, a proposal aimed at boosting the economic vitality of Los Alamos County by steadily converting storefront office tenancies into viable retail, dining, and treat tenancies. 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 “Storefront Recapture Initiative” seeks to foster a stronger local Read More
Court Affirms Convictions Of Pecos Man For Fatal Shooting
COURT News:
SANTA FE — The state Supreme Court today affirmed a Pecos man’s convictions for first-degree murder, attempted murder and other charges stemming from a shooting after an argument during a night of drinking.
The Court unanimously rejected Mark Valencia’s argument that the trial court erred in denying his requested jury instruction on whether his level of intoxication prevented him from forming the required criminal intent for willful and deliberate first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder.
The justices concluded that Valencia’s proposed jury instruction misstated Read More
Kiwanis Hears From Los Alamos Local Business Coalition
Kevin Holsapple speaks at the July 8 Kiwanis Club meeting. Courtesy photo
Allan Saenz speaks at the July 8 Kiwanis Club meeting. Courtesy photo
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
On July 8, Kevin Holsapple, Allan Saenz, and Leslie Linke gave a presentation to the Los Alamos Kiwanis Club. They gave an overview of the organization’s structure, initiatives and challenges as well as their individual perspectives.
Holsapple, a former Executive Director of a New Mexico non-profit community and economic development corporation, explained that the coalition is a collaborative organization Read More
Obituary: Raymond Harold Voos July 6, 2025
RAYMOND HAROLD VOOS July 6, 2025
Raymond Harold Voos died peacefully in his home in Rio Rancho, NM on July 6, 2025. He dedicated 25 years of his career to Los Alamos National Laboratory as a prototype machinist before retiring in 1993. After retirement, he and his wife moved to Rutheron, NM, where they spent their winter months “snowbirding” throughout the US before settling down in Rio Rancho, NM.
A polio survivor, Ray wasn’t one to let disability keep him down. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, skeet shooting, waterskiing, and bowling.
He volunteered Read More
Los Alamos Police Department Holds Swearing In Ceremony For Three New Officers, One Departmental Promotion
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) held a swearing-in ceremony Monday in Magistrate Court for three new police officers and the departmental promotion of an officer. New officers from left include Cpl. Tyler Carter, Cpl. Jonathan Knoell and Cpl. Lisa Vialpando, and Theresa Phelan was promoted to Animal Control Supervisor. The Honorable Judge Catherine E. Taylor officiated at the ceremony. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Magistrate Court Judge Catherine E. Taylor swears in new LAPD Cpl. Tyler Carter during Monday’s ceremony in Magistrate Court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: July 14, 2025
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
The brown trout was introduced into New Mexico’s rivers and streams in the late 19th and early 20th century. Originally native to Europe and Asia, the brown trout has proven to be very adaptable and has established wild populations in all the states where it has been introduced. They have not been stocked in New Mexico for many years. If you catch a brown trout in New Mexico, it is a wild, naturally reproduced fish.
Some off the best brown trout fishing is in the larger rivers. The Rio Grande, Chama and San Juan Rivers all have wild Read More
Laguna Wildfire Daily Update: July 15
SFNF News:
Acres: 14700
Start Date: 06/25/2025
Location: Gallina, NM
Personnel: 162
Containment: 45%
Fuels: Oak brush, Pinyon-juniper, and mixed conifer
Highlights: Command of the Laguna Fire was transferred to Southwest Area Incident Management Team 1 at 0600 today. Resources are currently working to fully suppress the Laguna Fire.
Fire Activity: Yesterday, crews worked diligently on improving and securing containment lines. On the northwestern edge of the fire, crews worked on tying roads and handlines together. On the southern side, crews worked along rocky ridgelines to help decrease Read More
Los Alamos County Council Meeting Agenda July 15
COUNTY News:Daily Postcard: Coyote Spotted In Bandelier
Daily Postcard: Coyote spotted near Bandelier a few days ago. Photo by Lauren Hughes
Photo by Lauren Hughes Read More
Obituary: Dorothy Quartieri Aug. 23, 1935 – June 29, 2025
DOROTHY QUARTIERI Aug. 23, 1935 – June 29, 2025
Dorothy Quartieri passed away peacefully at home in Los Alamos, New Mexico on June 29, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Dorothy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Nothing in this world meant more to her than family. Her love ran deep, and she made sure everyone felt it—every single day.
Born in Dawson, New Mexico on August 23, 1935, she was the daughter of Harry and Fay Pompeo. Dorothy was the middle child, lovingly nestled between her older sisters, Emma Weaver and Viola Peterson, and her younger brothers, Harry Pompeo Read More
PEEC: Bandelier Talk Exploring Cultural Significance Of Native Plants In Planetarium Tonight!
A Pinyon Jay perches on a pine tree branch at Bandelier. Photo by Sally King
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will host a free presentation, Culturally Significant Plants in Bandelier National Monument, at 6 p.m. today, July 14, in the Planetarium at the Los Alamos Nature Center. The event will also be available to attend virtually.
Bandelier Biological Technician Miles Campos will lead this engaging talk. He will explore native plants that have played an important role in the lives of Indigenous communities who once inhabited the area now known as Bandelier. Read More
Albuquerque Launches Cool Box Challenge Pilot Project At CNM: A Hands-On Look At High-Performance Buildings
SCIENCE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A unique, hands-on demonstration of building science and climate-conscious design is coming to the Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) campus this summer. The ABQ Cool Box Challenge, a prototype project developed through collaboration between CNM, the Phius Alliance Southwest, the American Institute of Architects Committee on the Environment (AIA COTE), and the Sustainability Department at Hartman + Majewski Design Group, invites the public to witness the dramatic difference insulation and air tightness can make in the performance of buildings. Read More
United Way NNM & Los Alamos Community Foundation Host Coffee & Connections At Enterprise Bank & Trust
Board members and staff of United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) and Los Alamos Community Foundation (LACF), and others gather Tuesday morning, July 8, for ‘Coffee & Connections’. The event, organized by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce, was held in the UWNNM and LACF offices, which are donated by Enterprise Bank & Trust and located in the area adjacent to the lobby of the bank. The four attendees at right include CASA First Executive Director Annie Rasquin, LISW, Enterprise Bank Los Alamos Region President Liddie Martinez, LACF Executive Director Liz Martineau and UWNNM Executive Read More
New Mexico State Treasurer’s Office Issues Urgent Warning On Scam Calls, Docusign Phishing Attacks
NMSTO News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico State Treasurer’s Office is issuing an official alert about two active fraud schemes targeting residents and government entities through impersonation phone calls and phishing emails.
In one recent case, a fraudulent caller spoofed State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya’s official phone number and claimed to be federal law enforcement to trick individuals into disclosing sensitive personal and financial information. The scammers stated that the recipient’s bank accounts were under investigation for felonious criminal activity, using publicly available Read More
Indian Paintbrush Flowers Add A Pop Of Vermillion To A Beautiful Bandelier Sunset
Indian paintbrush flowers add a pop of vermillion to a beautiful Bandelier sunset. Photo by Lauren Hughes Read More
Laguna Wildfire Update: July 14, 2025
SFNF News:
Acres: 14,700 (acreage decreased due to more accurate mapping with Infrared)
Start Date: 6/25/2025
Containment: 45 %
Location: Located in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of New Mexico State Road 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.
Personnel: 162
Fuels: Oak brush, ponderosa pine, pinyon-juniper, mixed conifer
Resources: 3 hotshot crews, 1 Type 2 Initial Attack crew, 2 suppression modules, 5 engines, 3 water tenders (2 support; 1 tactical)
Rio Arriba County Information: Due to growth on the Laguna Wildfire today, Rio Arriba County is implementing “set” status Read More
Happening This Week At SALA: July 14–20
SALA News:
SALA Los Alamos Event Center invites the community to a vibrant week of films, lectures, and immersive experiences from July 14 to 20. With a lineup that includes a new superhero release, nostalgic animation, intellectual discussion, and award-winning cinema, there’s something for everyone at SALA.
Tuesday Mystery Movie
A surprise film screening where the fun is in the discovery.
- 2 p.m. — Tuesday, July 15
My Favorite Lecture Presented by UNM-LA Faculty
“Math Odyssey: A Trip to Tridecka” by John Pawlak, Local Math Geek and UNM-LA Advisory Board Member. Enjoy Read More
Catch Of The Week: Chamber Of Commerce Phishing Scams
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
Local businesses rely on their local, non-profit chambers of commerce to help them grow and build a thriving community. Unfortunately, this makes local chambers of commerce targets for scammers! Recently, I’ve seen reports coming out of other areas that their local chamber of commerce has been impersonated by scammers. It seems to be mostly back east so far, but it is good to be aware as it will likely make its way out here.
See example phishing email below, the subject of this was “The Riverton Chamber of Commerce”.
HiServiceplumbing, Read More
Zuni Youth Enrichment Project’s Emerging Artist Apprentices To Showcase Painting & Graphic Arts July 18
Zuni youth learn graphic arts using a tablet. Courtesy/ZYEP
Zuni youth learn graphic arts using a tablet. Courtesy/ZYEP
ZYEP News:
ZUNI — Ten Emerging Artist Apprentices from the Zuni Youth Enrichment Project, ages 14-23, will showcase and sell their original artwork at Ho’n A:wan Park. Scheduled for 6-8 p.m., the showcase is open to the public.
Made possible with support from the Bezos Family Foundation and First Nations Development Institute, the 10-week Emerging Artist Apprenticeship Program began on May 13 and will culminate in the public showcase. The top four students will have an Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: July 18–24, 2025
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for July 18–24, 2025:
Friday, July 18, 2025
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 7-08–25
- 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Coexisting With Cougars: Protecting Wildlife While Reducing Conflict
- 7 p.m. — Cerro Grande Fire
