U.S. 84/285 Traffic Switch North of Pojoaque
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE – NMDOT continues work on U.S. 84/285 just north of Pojoaque between mile markers 182.4 and 183.2. The scope of the project includes new bridge construction with new on and off ramps, new roadway lighting, and pavement reconstruction for 0.72 miles within Santa Fe County.
Paving operations have been completed and US 84/285 traffic will now travel on the reconstructed US 84/285 mainlines under the new overpass bridge. The interchange has been substantially completed; however, final tie-ins to the ramps and cross road will be completed in the spring of 2014 when weather Read More
Pecos/Las Vegas District Seasonal Road and Campground Closure
SFNF News:
SANTA FE – Effective Jan. 6, 2014, a number of roads and campgrounds on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest will be closed for the winter.
These locations often become impassable and hazardous during winter months due to significant snowfall which can make the terrain muddy, snow packed, and icy. It is necessary to close these roads and campgrounds for public safety and to protect natural resources and infrastructure.
Using any type of four-wheel motorized vehicle, two-wheel motorized vehicle, or an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on the Read More
Letter to the Editor: Response to Josh Dolin Letter
By JOHN GUSTAFSONJosh:
Thank you for your letter in the Los Alamos Daily Post, first for calling attention to this stellar moment when the state Supreme Court cemented a Lecommitment to equality and second for sharing your personal reasons for celebrating the moment.
Your letter created another moment that made me proud of my fellow New Mexicans.
Good on you! Read More
Rose Chocolatier Special Holiday Event Saturday
Cherry pralines from Rose Chocolatier. Courtesy photo
Business News:
Rose Chocolatier, 4710 Quemazon in Los Alamos (on the right at the top of the hill as you enter Quemazon), offers a unique shopping opportunity from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21.
Drop in and hand pick chocolate gifts for yourself, your elves and even for Santa from an amazing array of artisan chocolates ─ caramels, dark chocolate truffles, dark and milk chocolate and nut barks ─ all hand made with the utmost care.
Come early to receive a free truffle packaged in a specially prepared holiday box. (Stock is limited.) Read More
Los Alamos Student Launches Educational Revolution with ‘New Mexico Students D-Mand Better’
Emma Lathrop, top row center, with several students who have either supported her educational revolution movement or have actually “D”ed out. Courtesy photo
By CAROL A. CLARK
“This is the beginning of an educational revolution OF New Mexico students, BY New Mexico students, and for ALL New Mexicans,” says Lathrop. “We students are fed up with the State’s plethora of new standardized tests and their initiation of a punitive
Letter to the Editor: Thank You From Aspen Teachers
By Aspen Elementary School Teachers
We would like to thank Self Help, Inc., and all those who donated to the Teacher Gift Bags: Thelma Hahn, the Emily L. Bradley Memorial fund, Xi Nu Sorority, and Ruby K’s Bagel Cafe.
Every year brings challenges and opportunities. This year has been especially demanding with the full implementation of Common Core State Standards and the new teacher evaluation system.
We also grieve with families with every tragedy that occurs. These are “our kids.” At Aspen, we have also (happily) had construction challenges.
It is very gratifying to feel Read More
Column: Why I’m Proud to be a New Mexican
Why I’m Proud to be a New MexicanI have lived in New Mexico my entire life, and experienced many different things that made me love the state—green chile, hot air balloons, and low humidity, to name a few.
This week however I have a brand new reason to love New Mexico—the equality that now exists in the state. The state Supreme Court ruled on Thursday to allow same-sex marriages statewide. New Mexico now joins 16 other states and the District of Columbia in treating all citizens equal, regardless of their sexual orientation.
The question at hand in this case was whether or Read More
Clark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview: Dec. 20
Saturday, Dec. 21
Winter Solstice Sunrise Walk 7:15 to 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 at Bandelier
Many cultures marked important days of the year with the orientation of buildings. We will walk up to Tyuonyi entryway. If the sky is overcast the walk will be postponed to the next day.
Sunday, Dec. 22
Wiccan Sabbat of Yule 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22 at Los Alamos Unitarian Church.
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Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard Commends New Mexico Supreme Court Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard
STATE News:
Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, D-Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Sandoval and Rio Arriba counties, issued the following statement Thursday with regard to the New Mexico Supreme Court ruling to legalize same-sex marriage:
“Despite countless efforts made by County Clerks throughout New Mexico, I am proud that New Mexico will join the other 16 states who have legalized same-sex marriage and would like to commend the New Mexico Supreme Court for upholding the State’s anti-discrimination provisions in the constitution and Read More
Los Alamos English Teachers Attend NCTE Convention
LAHS English teachers from left, Maria Thibodeau, Janet Newton, Whitney Pomeroy and Elizabeth Radcliffe at the NCTE Convention in Boston. Courtesy photoLAPSF News:
Through a grant from the Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation, four Los Alamos High School English teachers were able to attend the National Council for Teachers of English (NCTE) Annual Convention Nov. 21-25 in Boston, Mass.
As representatives of the high school English department, Maria Thibodeau, Whitney Pomeroy, Elizabeth Radcliffe and Janet Newton cumulatively participated in close to 50 sessions on a wide range of Read More
Surrendered Puppy Seeks New Family
Bailey the 6-month-old Australian Kelpie mix was just surrendered. She loves people, kids, other dogs and especially the dog park where she plays fetch. Bailey is spayed, housebroken and has had some obedience training. All shots are up to date. While Bailey is cute and snuggly, she is still a typical puppy who will need lots of chew toys to keep her busy. To adopt Bailey, visit the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter, 226 East Road noon to 6 p.m., M-F and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.,Sat-Sun, call 505.662.8179 or click here. Courtesy/FOS Read More
Udall: Budget Bill Good for New Mexico
Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON. D.C. — Wednesday, Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M., joined the full Senate in voting for the bipartisan budget agreement, which was approved by a vote of 64-36. The bill passed the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly last week by a bipartisan vote of 332-94.
Udall, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has been fighting for budget certainty and an end to the devastating sequestration cuts, which have disproportionately hurt New Mexico. He issued the following statement:
“While the budget bill is not exactly what I would have written, Read More
K-Kids and Key Club Share Holiday Spirit of Service
Aspen K-Kids complete their wrap session with gifts for two families selected under the Adopt-A-Family program in faculty advisor Sharon Allen’s Classroom. K-Kids are sponsored by and a part of the Kiwanis Family. Photo by Kiwanian/K-Kids Advisor Don Casperson 
Barranca Mesa K-Kids along with some members of the Barranca Mesa Elementary School choir went caroling at the Betty Ehart Senior Center and various locations downtown. The fun concluded at Mesa Public Library with hot chocolate and cookies. K-Kids are sponsored by and a part of the Kiwanis Family. Photo by Kiwanian/K-KidsAlbuquerque Company Receives $60 Million Air Force Contract
Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (N.M.-01)
State News:
ALBUQUERQUE – Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham, N.M.-01, announced Wednesday that Applied Technology Associates (ATA) in Albuquerque has been awarded a $60 million contract by the U.S. Air Force.
Under the contract, ATA will assist the Air Force Research Laboratory’s (AFRL) Space Vehicles Directorate’s Spacecraft Technology Division in the development, evaluation and integration of new technologies, as well as innovative operational concepts. The work will ultimately lead to improved operational systems in support of our nation’s Read More
Science Cinema: Saturday Mornings at the Bradbury
BRADBURY News:
The Bradbury Science Museum is proud to announce the launch of a new community video series. Beginning in 2014, every Saturday at 10:30 a.m., a different science education film will be shown in the auditorium.
The first showing will be Saturday, Jan. 4 featuring Bill Nye the Science Guy in Amphibians. In this 30-minute video, Bill explains how amphibians can live both on land and in water and demystifies the process of metamorphosis. This film is specifically geared towards children between elementary to middle school ages.
The Bradbury Science Museum Read More
Letter to the Editor: Legion Riders Thank Wreaths Across America Event Contributors
SCOTT WILKINSONThe Los Alamos American Legion Riders Chapter 19, of American Legion, Frank G. Franier, Post #90 would like to thank the Los Alamos community for making the inaugural Wreaths Across America ceremony at Guaje Pines Cemetery possible and a success.
In addition to the community in general, we would like to specifically thank the following for their assistance and support:
- Individuals, families, and organizations who sponsored wreaths;
- All who attended and participated in the ceremony;
- Roxie Macarenas,
Late Week Storm System Expected
Image/NWS
NWS News:
The National Weather Service reports a storm system gathering strength over southern California will move into Arizona Friday then shift across New Mexico Saturday. Rain and snow is expected to develop from west to east over the higher terrain of western New Mexico late tonight then spread into the central high terrain late Friday and Saturday.
At this time, light to moderate snow accumulations are expected over the higher terrain of Catron and Lincoln counties, with lighter amounts along the Continental Divide and within the central mountain chain. Read More
Senatorial Candidate David Clements Visiting Los Alamos Friday to Meet Community Members
Candidate David Clements
POLITICAL News:
David Clements, the Republican front runner for the 2014 Senate race against Tom Udall, will be visiting Los Alamos for the first time in his campaign to meet with and speak to local supporters and other interested parties at 5:15 p.m., Friday, Dec. 20.
The event is at the Fusion Cafe and Coffee Roasters, free of charge and will provide complimentary coffee.
What:
David Clements Los Alamos Meet and Greet
Where:
Fusion Cafe and Coffee Roasters
723 Central Ave., Los Alamos
When:
Friday, Dec. 20
5:15-6:15 p.m.
LANL Employees Purchase Nearly 1,000 Gifts for Children/Seniors
The Los Alamos National Laboratory Community Programs Office sponsors the holiday drive and all other giving initiatives. This year, Laboratory employees and subcontract personnel purchased nearly 1,000 gifts for Northern New Mexico children and seniors for distribution through 18 partner agencies as part of the Holiday Drive. Among the gifts are bicycles. Shown in the photo with approximately 45 new bicycles are from left, Mike Martinez, Katherine Hudspeth, Ed Vigil and Melissa Montoya of the Community Programs Office. Courtesy/LANL Read More
Los Alamos Taxi: A Solution for Holiday Transportation Needs
Staff Report
Visitors and locals without a car, as well as those that don’t drive used to be in a bind in Los Alamos. There’s no bus service or other transportation available after 7 p.m. or on weekends. Non-drivers who need to leave the Hill to catch a plane or train were also facing a problem. Enter Los Alamos native Cindy Capelli and Los Alamos Taxi. Capelli, who also owns New Mexico Wine Tours, started Los Alamos Taxi a year ago to meet these needs.
This holiday season, travelers have the option of traveling to the Albuquerque or Santa Fe airports or the train station in one of Capelli’s vehicles. Los Read More
