Hands on Computer Training on Intellus Offered
LANL News:
The public is invited to a hands-on public computer-based training on how to search, graph and map LANL environmental data using Intellus from 10 a.m. to noon Monday, Dec. 2 at UNM-Los Alamos, Room 306.
Intellus is a publicly accessible database that provides access to over 12 million environmental records collected by the Laboratory and the New Mexico Environment Department as part of environmental surveillance and compliance sampling activities in and around Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Using the computer lab, the training will cover how to
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Governor Proposes $2 Million to Boost Water Research
Gov. Susana Martinez
ALBUQUERQUE – Gov. Susana Martinez unveiled a proposal to invest an additional $2 million to boost water research and innovation in New Mexico.
Addressing the 58th Annual New Mexico Water Conference via video, Martinez called on the New Mexico Legislature to allocate $2 million dollars in additional funding to the New Mexico Water Resources Research Institute (NMWRRI) during the upcoming legislative session. NMWRRI works to solve New Mexico’s pressing water problems through supporting research projects at New Mexico’s colleges and universities.
“Earlier this Read More
State Farm’s Abe Dispennette Marks Successful Year
Los Alamos State Farm Agent Abe Dispennette formalizes his agreement this morning at Starbucks as his daughter Zoë Grace looks on. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Surrounded by his family this morning at Starbucks, Los Alamos Agent Abe Dispennette formalizes his contract with State Farm following a highly successful first year in business. From left, State Farm Sales Leader Ben Caton, Dispennette, daughter Zoë Grace, 5, Bryce, 7, Chase, 9, and wife Kirsta. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
This morning’s contract signing
Clark & Kendall’s Weekend: Nov. 22
Sponsored by www.fyila.com
Friday, Nov. 22
“8×10: The Fourth Dimension,” 7:30 p.m. Friday Nov. 22 at Los Alamos Little Theater
Tickets are $12 ($10 for students and seniors) and available at CB FOX and at the door. LALT is at 1670 Nectar St.
Comet ISON – Will it Live up to the Hype? 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 22 at PEEC
This talk will discuss comets in general and give an update on what’s likely to happen in early December. The program will also address what PEEC will be doing to give people the opportunity to view the comet.
Disney Aladdin Jr. 7:30 p.m Friday, Nov. 22 Duane Smith Auditorium. Read More
Snow Blankets Community
The statues of Oppenheimer and Groves wore a dusting of snow this morning in front of Fuller Lodge Art Center on Central Avenue. The National Weather Service reports more snow likely this afternoon for Los Alamos with a total accumulation of less than an inch and a high near 34 degrees. There is a 50 percent chance of snow tonight with a low around 26 degrees and a snow accumulation of an inch possible. More snow is likely Saturday of about 1-2 inches and a high near 35 degrees. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Ashley Pond Park covered in snow this morning. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
School District Announces School Closures Policy
LAPS News:
As winter approaches, we anticipate days when weather will present a challenge for school transportation either because of ice or snow or both.
These will be the days when school is delayed, cancelled, or dismissed early. The decision to close school or delay the start of school will be made by 5:30 a.m. in order to notify bus drivers, school employees, and parents in a timely manner. The announcement will be made via the media of television, radio and websites.
Major local network television stations will be contacted when a decision to delay, close, or dismiss early is made. Information Read More
Winter Storm Warning
NWS News:
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ALBUQUERQUE NM 615 AM MST FRI NOV 22 2013 ...MAJOR WINTRY STORM TO CONTINUE THROUGH THE WEEKEND... ARCTIC AIR WILL OVERSPREAD ALL OF NORTH AND CENTRAL NEW MEXICO TODAY...WHILE BRISK WINDS AND AREAS OF SNOW...RAIN AND SOME MIXED WINTRY PRECIPITATION WILL CONTINUE INTO TONIGHT THEN REALLY RAMP UP FOR THE WEEKEND. A POTENT UPPER LEVEL LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM NEAR THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COAST WILL PROVIDE A RIVER OF ABUNDANT MOISTURE OVER NEW MEXICO. THE FIRST STRONG SURGE OF MOISTURE WILL WORK ACROSS NORTH AND WEST NEW MEXICO THENRead More
Classical Music World: The Special Joys of Live Performance
Want to see a great live performance? Cellist Joshua Roman will be in concert in Los Alamos Jan. 24. Photo by Tina Su
Classical Music World: The Special Joys of Live PerformanceI don’t listen to recorded music very often. That probably comes as a surprise to people who know that I’m the artistic director of the Los Alamos Concert Association (LACA).
I certainly listen to CDs as part of my work with LACA. I do listen to the radio and sometimes to a CD in the car, but I hardly ever put on a CD at home just for, I guess, fun.
This is, in part, because I can’t multi-task where music Read More
Scenes from LAHS Olians Student-Directed One-Acts
Mateo Cardiel and Rose Vigil in ‘This Property is Condemned.’ Photo courtesy of https:////www.mariawritingwithlight.com/
Charlotte Berg and Megan Pimentel in ‘Chemistry.’ Photo courtesy of https:////www.mariawritingwithlight.com/County Seeks Public Comment on 2014 Updated Strategic Plan
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has opened public comment on its “Open Forum” webpage regarding the Council’s proposed “2014 Updated Strategic Plan” after the Councilors met last Saturday in a four-hour work session to review and discuss their goals, which are part of the County’s long-range (20 year) planning process.
“Open Forum” can be accessed through the County’s home page at https:////www.losalamosnm.us/. Public comment on the strategic plan will remain open until 8 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 16. Citizens are encouraged to review the updated plan and offer public comments on the forum for Read More
Rotary Donates $1,000 to Horses for Heroes
Rotary Club of Los Alamos President Jim Nesmith, right, presents a $1,000 donation to Randy Iannucci, executive director of Santa Fe-based Horses for Heroes in support of the organization’s important work. During Tuesday’s weekly Rotary meeting at the Dixie Girl Restaurant, Iannucci described the ‘unique horsemanship, wellness and skill-set restructuring program’ for active and inactive service veterans ‘who have sustained physical injuries or combat trauma (PTSD) during their time serving our country.’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Winterfest 2013 Celebrates the Season
Light Parade 2012. Photo by Salvador Zapien/ladailypost.comThe Affordable Art Sale at the Fuller Lodge Art Center takes place Nov. 22–Jan. 4. This is a great opportunity to start holiday shopping, with art created by local and regional artists and affordably priced at $250 and under. Call 505.662.1735 Read More
Scenes From Smith’s Marketplace Construction Site
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
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UNESCO Sites: Irreplaceable Sources of Life and Inspiration
Stones of Avebury. Photo by Jason Frazier
Terry Foxx of Los Alamos with her daughter Kerri Frazier, granddaughter Sydney and husband Jim Foxx gathered around one of the large stones of Avebury. Photo by Jason Frazier
Avebury, a Site Worth Visiting
Our traveling family (Kerri, Jason and Sydney Frazier) frequently joke that Kerri should get a bumper sticker that reads, “Will stop for flora, fauna, cheese, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.” Although it may be a joke, there is some truth to this. Kerri confesses “I am a serious UNESCO junkie and admittedly several of the places Read More
Outdoor Advertising Hearings Scheduled
NMDT News:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will hold two additional public hearings next month to receive oral and written public comment on Rule Number 18.21.5 NMAC, New Mexico Department of Transportation Outdoor Advertising Requirements.
The purpose of the proposed rule change is to establish procedures and standards for all off-premises outdoor advertising in New Mexico including the use of changeable electronic variable message signs, to amend the current fee structure, to update and clarify the rule where necessary, including definitions and permit-related Read More
Letter Carrier & Boy Scouts Food Drive Nov. 23
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Courtesy/NALC-4112Linda Lomahaftewa Exhibit Opens at Than Povi
Ancestral Bird # 6, monotype, Chine Colle, mixed media by Linda Lomahaftewa. Courtesy photoARTS News:
Than Povi Fine Art Gallery will inaugurate today a new series of one-person exhibitions of historical and contemporary importance. The inaugural exhibition features monotypes by artist and teacher, Linda Lomahaftewa.The exhibition will be on view through Jan. 10.
A reception for the artist is 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. This event is fre and is open to the public. The prints on view are selected from four distinct portfolios inspired by the artist’s travels, social and political Read More
CNM and ENMU Team Up to Offer Online Degree
CNM News:
Central New Mexico Community College has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) that allows students taking career technical education courses at CNM – such as drafting, welding and culinary arts – to obtain a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) from ENMU.
This online degree will allow students to continue their education and, if desired, earn a degree exclusively online. Read More
Governor Proposes $112 Million Capital Investment in Water Infrastructure
Gov. Susana Martinez
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE–Governor Susana Martinez today proposed a $112 million capital investment in New Mexico’s water infrastructure. This investment amounts to approximately 60 percent of the capital outlay funding that will be available when the New Mexico Legislature convenes in January.
Martinez’s proposal prioritizes water investments in communities that are in danger of going dry, or struggling with poor water quality, as well as water projects such as watershed and dam rehabilitation to help communities survive and thrive economically.
“Unprecedented Read More
Bill Reducing Veterans Disability Claims Backlog Clears Committee
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., announced key progress in his continued effort to reduce the veterans disability claims backlog after the U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs earlier this week passed by a voice vote, S. 1581, the Veterans Programs Improvements Act of 2013.
The omnibus veterans bill includes language from S. 1148, the Veterans Benefits Claims Faster Filing Act, a proposal Senator Heinrich and Senator Dean Heller (R-NV) introduced in June.
“I’m pleased the committee took Read More
