Kraz-E-Dave and His Scientists Dazzle Aspen Students
Kraz-E-Dave and his team of scientists entertained students at Aspen Elementary School last week. Courtesy photoLAPS News:
Students at Aspen Elementary School were both entertained and educated at an assembly last week presented by Kraz-E-Dave and his team of scientists.
A skateboard ride in the name of science by one of Kraz-E-Dave’s team. Courtesy photo
Students were treated to numerous demonstrations of physics principles using props from vacuum tubes to liquid nitrogen, ordinary balloons and bicycle wheels. It was an afternoon of fun, laughter, and love of learning for all Read More
Warm Hearts Yarn Celebrates the Season
Guests share wine, holiday treats and even do some knitting at Warm Hearts Yarn’s Holiday Open House Friday. The store is located at 35 Rover Blvd. in White Rock. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com Read More
School Board Will Hold Retreat Thursday
LAPS News:
The School Board will hold a Board Retreat at 7 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 in the White Rock Town Hall conference room.
The agenda includes:
- School Board’s Non-Negotiable Safe and Civil Schools Goal
- Why are We Here Today and What Do We Hope to Accomplish?
- Maximize State Equalization Guarantee Funding
- Enrollment Strategy and Path Forward
- School Facilities and Path Forward
- Update and Progress on Strategic Plan
- School Board Meetings Set Up and Protocols
- Recap of Activities
NM Press Women Excellence in Communications Contest Deadline Jan. 15
NMPW News:
New Mexico Press Women (NMPW) invites entries for the 2014 Communications Contest, recognizing excellence in print or electronic media, books, photography, advertising, public relations, graphic arts, blogs/websites, and academic journalism throughout New Mexico. You don’t have to be a member of NMPW to participate in this open competition.
There are some important changes this year:
- This year NMPW is moving to an online system, which will streamline the entry process for entrants.
- Entry fees are reduced to $10 for the first entry and $5 for each succeeding entry, for members;
White Sands Expansion Provision Included in Defense Authorization Act
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Martin Heinrich, D-N.M. and Tom Udall, D-N.M. made the following statements in response to a provision included in the compromise language of the fiscal year 2014 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), released yesterday. The provision is part of a bill the New Mexico senators introduced earlier this year, which passed the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, to strengthen the missions at White Sands Missile Range and Fort Bliss.
“I am pleased that both the House and Senate came together to support this important Read More
Pet of the Week: Ziva the Cat
Ziva the cat. Courtesy photoSHELTER News:
Ziva is beautiful white and gray tabby is an 8-year-old spayed female that loves to observe the cat room from atop a cat tower, so she can keep tabs on all the cats.
She was surrendered for not getting along with the other cat in the household, but she has been okay with other cats coming up to say hi, so she will probably do fine in a multi-cat household if given a proper introduction and time to adjust.
One volunteer recently learned that she loves to be cuddled, as long as she can lie in her bed and not have to be in your arms. She would do best in a home without young Read More
Clark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview: Dec. 13
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Friday, Dec. 13
Into the Mind Movie Premiere 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 at Duane Smith Auditorium
This is a story of rising to the ultimate challenge. Having the courage to risk fatal exposure and the perseverance demanded on the quest for achievement. These are not solely physical feats, they are mental conquests. From the creators of the award winning film “All.I.Can”, Sherpas Cinema is proud to present their newest feature film, Into The Mind. With stunning cinematography and groundbreaking storytelling techniques, the Sherpas blur the lines between Read More
Los Alamos Girl Scouts Prepare for Battle
Members of the Radioactive Fireflies, front row from left, Katie Herrmann, Eleanor Henderson, Natalie Aulwes, Brooke Weatherbie, Aria Schmierer and Rachel Norman. Back row from left, Maddie Ovaska, Emily Holmes and Eden Schmierer. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Aria Schmierer picks up a robots after its trip through the obstacle course as Natalie Aulwes, left, and Emily Holmes observe the action. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comIt’s Dec. 11 at the offices of TRK Management in Los Alamos and the Radioactive Read More
Will Work For Food
This small bird was spotted in a large tree in Los Alamos Thursday working hard for his breakfast. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos School Board Grants McCarthy Construction Another Extension
From left, School Board Vice President Judy Bjarke-McKenzie, Secretary Matt Williams, President Jim Hall and members David Foster and Kevin Honnell. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
At Thursday’s meeting, the Los Alamos School Board voted 4-1 to grant McCarthy Construction an extension to the deadline specified in its contract to complete work at Los Alamos Middle School.
McCarthy Construction cited delays from unforeseen rock chipping to cold temperatures and snow in November and December. The company requested the extension during the Dec. 12 Special Read More
Local Solidarity Greets ‘Keep the Promise’ Statewide Bus Tour Initiative
Los Alamos AFT President Ellen Mills, left, with AFT State President Stephanie Ly during Thursday’s Keep the Promise bus tour event. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com 
Pinon Elementary School teacher Ryan Ross signs the Reclaim the Promise bus. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comKeep the Promise for New Mexico’s Future rolled into the Sullivan Field parking lot in Los Alamos Thursday afternoon as part of its Dec. 9-13 statewide bus tour. Keep the Promise is a coalition of organizations, educators, parents and students
‘Tis the Season…for Giving and Giving Thanks!
Authors Sarah Lovett, left, and Valerie Plame. Courtesy photo
‘Tis the Season…for Giving and Giving Thanks!
Los Alamos County Libraries are very fortunate indeed to have many volunteers who help staff members with all kinds of tasks. In the spirit of the season, these folks give their time and energy generously.
Several of our most popular programs could only happen with ongoing, reliable support and some volunteers have been giving to our libraries and the community year after year, some for over a decade!
Library staff would Read More
Luján Addresses Budget Vote
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement today after voting for a compromise budget plan that reduces sequester cuts over the next two years.
“While this budget plan is not perfect, and neither side got everything they would have liked, it represents a compromise that takes important steps to chip away at the devastating cuts of the sequester. It rejects the calls of the extreme Tea Party elements that have demanded even deeper cuts that would harm New Mexico. Read More
Ashley Pond Ducks Ignore Cold
The spunky ducks living at Ashley Pond paddle across the ice to receive bread crumbs from a family bundled up against Saturday’s bitter cold. The ducks appear unfazed by the frigid temperature. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Invitation to the Community: You are Not Alone ─ We Can Heal Together
JJAB News:
Juvenile Justice Advisory Board Youth Resource Advocate Troy Palmer and Nalini Palmer invite community members to join them in having a safe space to talk and listen to each other about how everyone is coping with the sad tragedy in our community, as well as other daily challenges and stressors that do not disappear while we try to cope.
Troy and Nalini write, “Let’s be honest about our struggles without fear of judgment. Let’s put our heads together about how to help each other. We can heal through supporting each other, knowing none of us are alone, and knowing each of us need to be cared Read More
How the Hen House Turns: A First Christmas with A First Dog
How the Hen House Turns: Routine Equals a Cure-allThe tradition goes back to the first Christmas I remember. I had just turned three years old. Early Christmas morning, my brother and I had crept into the living room to see what Santa had left in our stockings, but we got caught and told to stay in the hallway.
Pa and Ma disappeared for a moment, and then came back with funny smiles on their faces. Pa handed us a string to pull. “Gently,” he said. The string wiggled and pulled a little, then went slick. At the end of the string waddled a small brown and blond fluff ball Read More
Family Council Fête Features Craig Martin Experience Dec. 14
School Board Seeks Nomination for 2014 Achievement Award
LAPS News:
School Board President Jim Hall and members of the School Board invite students, staff, and community members to nominate any staff member, parent, community member, student or school volunteer for the 2014 Los Alamos Public Schools Excellence for Student Achievement Award.
Hall wrote in the invitation that there are a “myriad of individuals who give time, energy, and skills to better the lives of students. Los Alamos schools wouldn’t be where we are without the tremendous support of members of the student body, staff, and community.”
Los Alamos Public Schools will choose a recipient Read More
First Ever Native American Food Hub Helps Farmers Find Markets
SDA Rural Development State Director Terry Brunner, center, presents a certificate of obligation honoring the successful application of funds to create the first ever Native American food hub in the nation to the Ten Southern Pueblos Council at Sandia Pueblo. Courtesy photo.STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE – USDA Rural Development State Director Terry Brunner presented a certificate of obligation to the Acoma Business Enterprise, LLC to develop a business plan to expand the marketing the produce grown by Native American farmers through a food hub at the Southern Pueblos Council monthly meeting. Read More
Anna Casperson Elected LAAOR President
Longtime Los Alamos Realtor Anna Earlene Caspersen, left, was elected president and received the gavel from Past President Mary Anne Beard at Wednesday’s Los Alamos Association of Realtors (LAAOR) 2013 President’s Breakfast at the Fusion Cafe & Coffee Roasters in Mari-Mac Plaza. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Qualifying Broker/Owner Kendra Henning of RE/MAX of Los Alamos, left, was honored with a special ‘Above and Beyond’ award for her extra efforts this year for LAAOR. Past President Mary Anne Beard presented Henning with a gift during Read More
