Los Alamos-based UbiQD And First Solar Establish Long-Term Quantum Dot Supply Agreement
Quantum dots glowing with various colors in vials. Courtesy/UbiQD®
UbiQD® News:
- Additionally, the companies expanded their photovoltaic module R&D collaboration focused on optimizing performance of utility-scale solar
UbiQD®, a global leader in quantum dot (QD) nanotechnology, announced today that it has entered into an exclusive, multi-year agreement to supply its proprietary fluorescent QD technology to First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ: FSLR). The agreement paves the way for the incorporation of QD technology into First Solar’s thin film bifacial photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. Read More
Universal Light-Touch Home Visiting Program Transitions To Early Childhood Education & Care Department
ECECD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) announced today that Family Connects New Mexico, a nurse-led home visiting program supporting families with newborns, has officially transitioned from the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) to ECECD, effective July 1.
The move aligns with the state’s broader strategy to streamline and strengthen early childhood services under one agency. The transition will not interrupt services for families—current and future participants can expect the same high-quality care and support they’ve always Read More
Celebrate Legend Of Billy The Kid During Annual Old Lincoln Days Festivities Aug. 1–3
Reenactors perform the Lincoln War Five-Day Battle during Old Lincoln Days. Photo credit: NMHS/DCA
NMDCA News:
LINCOLN — Visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate the legendary history of Billy the Kid and the town of Historic Lincoln during Old Lincoln Days, co-presented by Lincoln Historic Site, the Friends of Historic Lincoln, the Billy the Kid Pageant committee, and members of the Lincoln community. The annual event takes place Friday, Aug. 1–Sunday, Aug. 3, and includes reenactments, lectures, children’s activities, carriage rides, a parade, live music, food, vendors, and the Read More
Project Heart Start CPR Training July 13 & 19
UNM News:
ESPAÑOLA, NM — Medical students from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine will offer a free community CPR course as part of the statewide Project Heart Start program.
The course will be from 1–2 p.m., July 13 & 19, at the Española Hospital Piñon Room. The class is free of charge and no registration is necessary.
Project Heart Start teaches four lifesaving skills in just one hour:
- How to perform compression-only CPR for sudden cardiac arrest.
- How to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
- How to recognize the warning signs of a heart attack.
- How to save a choking victim.
Meow Wolf And Saint Arnold Celebrate Houston With Outdoor Block Party For 713 Day
ART News:
HOUSTON, TX — Meow Wolf Houston and Saint Arnold Brewing Company are teaming up to throw a neighborhood-sized celebration for 713 Day. From 12–4 p.m., Sunday, July 13 the two Fifth Ward neighbors will transform the block into a free outdoor party filled with live music, art, performances, and newly activated portals.
A new wormhole has opened at Meow Wolf’s 713 Day Block Party that invites Houstonians of all ages to celebrate the city across dimensions. Guests can expect live music, local merch, ice-cold drinks, and a wild pop-up portal that opens straight into the unexpected for free. Read More
Life After 50: Donations In Tough Times
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
As the end of the fiscal year comes for some non-profits (mostly at the end of June or the end of December), it is a time of reflection. How did we do? What might be coming down the pike? This past week, the news gave us some additional worries, for our nation, our state and yes, even in our community.
The year ahead might make you unsure about how much or even if you can donate. You might need to step back and see where your giving dollars are best spent. Let’s take a look.
If you desire that your dollars help the most basic needs of people, select a non-profit you know does splendid work. Read More
Santa Fe Opera Presents: Wagner Symposium July 28
SFO News:
Join our invited speakers at the Santa Fe Opera Campus from 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday, July 28, for a Symposium to hear about the thought-provoking and controversial genius, Richard Wagner. Whether you are new to Wagner or an experienced aficionado, this day-long event will be both enlightening and entertaining.
Desirée Mays, lecturer and storyteller, asks Why Wagner? She will open the morning with the sounds and images of Die Walküre, discuss the mythic story, and introduce the speakers.
Mary Springfels, Co-Director of Severall Friends Early Music Ensemble will present Read More
Albuquerque To Host 2025 WIAWIS USA Archery Junior Olympic Archery Development Target Nationals & US Open
VISIT ABQ News:
ALBUQUERQUE — More than 850 of the nation’s top young archers, along with their families and coaches, are aiming high as they gather in Albuquerque for the 2025 WIAWIS USA Archery Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) Target Nationals and JOAD U.S. Open. This elite youth tournament will take place from July 16-20 at Balloon Fiesta Park.
For the second consecutive year, Albuquerque is hosting this prestigious USA Archery event, reinforcing the city’s growing reputation as a premier destination for sports tourism. The competition is expected to bring over 2,700 visitors Read More
Join Los Alamos JJAB In Making A Difference: Annual School Supply Drive Needs Your Support!
Students receiving supplies last year. Courtesy photo
School Shopping Baskets. Courtesy photo
JJAB News:
Los Alamos JJAB is thrilled to announce the kickoff of its annual school supply drive, a vital initiative dedicated to helping LAPS students prepare for a successful school year.
This year, we are reaching out to our community for financial donations to ensure that every child has the essential supplies they need to excel in their education.
JJAB is committed to easing this burden by collecting funds to purchase essential school supplies, including backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: July 11-17, 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 11–17, 2025:
Friday, July 11, 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
Daily Postcard: Broad-Tailed Hummingbird Perches In Blooming PEEC Flower Garden
Daily Postcard: Broad-tailed hummingbird spends time in PEEC garden. The Nature Center’s flower garden is in full bloom and attracting a variety of birds, insects, and butterflies. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
New Mexico Environment Department Reviews Stage 1 Abatement Plan For Former Elephant Butte Landfill
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environment Department is reviewing a Stage 1 Abatement Plan to address chloride and manganese contamination at a former landfill site, located southwest of the Sierra de Rio Golf Course and west of Clubhouse Road in Elephant Butte.
Environmental Consultants Parkhill, representing the owners of the City of Truth or Consequences, submitted the plan on May 28, 2025, to continue assessing environmental contamination caused by over 10 years of landfill operation at the site. It was used as a municipal solid waste landfill and closed in 1974.
Currently, the site’s Read More
White Rock Branch Library Celebrating 10th Anniversary With Upcoming Street Fair, Author Talk By Hampton Sides
Ribbon cutting ceremony on July 31, 2015, of the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy/New Mexico State Library
The crowd gathered July 31, 2015, for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Scene of the crane sculpture as night falls over White Rock Branch Library. Photo by Leslie Bucklin/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Library is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the White Rock Branch Library this month with a series of community events, including a lively street fair and a return visit from bestselling author Hampton Sides.
On Read More
‘One World, Countless Lives’ Red & Green VegFest Albuquerque Aug. 9, 2025
STATE News:
Red & Green VegFest Albuquerque 2025, is a vibrant celebration of vegan living, sustainability, and compassion, taking place on from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at the First Unitarian Church of Albuquerque. With the theme “One World Countless Lives,” this community-driven event features inspiring speakers, cooking demos, vendors, vegan food, and giveaways—all promoting plant-based lifestyles, animal protection, and better health.
Featured presenters include:
- Caryn Dugan, nationally recognized plant-based chef and founder of the Center for Plant-based
Russian Sage Brings Line Of Lavender To Bryce Avenue
Russian Sage brings a beautiful line of lavender color to Bryce Avenue on Sunday in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Keep Your Eyes On The Stars And Feet On The Ground At Jemez Historic Site July 19
NMDCA News:
Learn about NASA’s PUNCH program, along with past and modern perspectives of astronomy at Jemez Historic Site during two programs held on Saturday, July 19.
From 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Jim Greenhouse, from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science in Albuquerque, will share images and discuss details of the NASA PUNCH (Polarimeter to Unify the Corona and Heliosphere) mission during the “Looking to the Skies: Modern and Ancient Astronomers” program. He will share images and offer visitors a chance to view the sun using a solar telescope.
From 8 p.m.–11 p.m., visitors can spend Read More
Practice Wuthering In Red Monday July 14
COMMUNITY News:
Are your wuthering Skills out of date? Have you never wuthered? Would you like to learn more about Los Alamos’ “The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever” (TMWHDE)? Join us as we practice our wuthering skills at the Mesa Public Library and White Rock Library from 5:30–6:30 p.m., Monday, July 14.
Whether you join us for any of these optional informational practices or not, you are welcome to join us for Los Alamos’ first ever TMWHDE on Saturday, July 19th, from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at Ashley Pond. Event is free and open to all—all genders, all ages, and all dancing abilities. We ask that you Read More
Think New Mexico: Why Is This Dark Money Group Fighting Healthcare Reform?
By FRED NATHAN JR.
Executive Director
Think New Mexico
Recently the New Mexico Ethics Commission sued a secretive, dark money group calling itself New Mexico Safety Over Profits (NMSOP) for violating state laws that require the disclosure of the source of funds used to influence legislation.
The lawsuit alleges that NMSOP spent tens of thousands of dollars on advertisements opposing medical malpractice reforms designed to center the needs of patients and bring down malpractice premiums for doctors, which are about twice as high in New Mexico as in our surrounding states.
Earlier this year, Read More
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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.
- Response, Deferment of Corrective Action Activities for Solid Waste Management Unit 50-009 at Material Disposal Area C under the 2016 Compliance Order on Consent, as revised in
