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Expert Discusses Water Quality Effects From Las Conchas, Thompson Ridge Fires
Dr. Clifford Dahm
PEEC News:
The effects of major wildfires such as those suffered in the Jemez mountains in recent years can be long-reaching and long-lasting.
Dr. Clifford Dahm, a professor in the Biology Department at the University of New Mexico and director of BioAnnex Analytical Laboratories, has been studying water resources in the state for nearly three decades.
At a PEEC program at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, Dahm will discuss changes in stream water chemistry after the recent Las Conchas and Thompson Ridge fires in the Jemez Mountains. Dahm will also address the way water quality changes Read More
Boots, Band & BBQ Aids Espanola Teen Center
YMCA News:
Tethered hot air balloon rides and dancing to the live country music of the Renegade Mountain Band will be two highlights of an Oct. 26 benefit fundraiser for the Espanola YMCA Teen Center.
Individuals wanting to attend should reserve a ticket by Oct. 18.
Rio Arriba County is a co-sponsor of the benefit and has provided the Abiquiu Rural Events Center, an 18-minute drive north of the Fairview and Paseo De Onate intersection (Espanola), The City of Espanola and Los Alamos Medical Center are also sponsoring the fundraiser.
This is the first Boots, Band & BBQ event for the Espanola YMCA Read More
Fall: Time to Reassess and Revitalize
Skincare ColumnFACE – Shape up sun damaged skin
Despite your best intentions this last summer, you may still end up with photo damage.Start a skincare routine that includes alpha- or beta-hydroxy acid products or retinols to help restore abnormal cells, diminishing fine lines and creating a better overall skin texture. A moisturizer with vitamins A,C. or E can also help slow down the effects of free radicals that may still be lurking in the skin.
BODY – Get a mole checked
Make an appointment for a skin cancer screening with Read More
NM Academic Librarians Hold Ribbon Cutting in Los Alamos
NMCAL News:
The New Mexico Consortium of Academic Libraries (NMCAL) will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at Mesa Public Library in Los Alamos at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 to celebrate an initiative five years in the making.
The event will celebrate the new collaboration between universities and colleges in the state to use General Obligation funds to collectively purchase a set of databases that will provide every student, as well as all patrons of academic libraries, with access to reliable, quality information.
As well as ensuring high-quality Read More
Battle Over Teacher Evaluations Heads To Court
Los Alamos Federation of School Employees (LAFSE) President Ellen Mills briefed teachers Sept. 25 on the statewide teachers union plans to battle new teacher evaluation system. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
New Mexico President Stephanie Ly of the American Federation of Teachers addressed Los Alamos teachers at a Sept. 25 meeting. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comThings are heating up in the battle between teachers unions and New Mexico Secretary of Education-Designate Hanna Skandera. A writ of mandamus was issued Read More
A Day in Wildlife Surgery With Dr. Kathleen Ramsay
A Peregrine Falcon with a broken wing is prepared for surgery. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Santa Fe Raptor Center Director Lori Paras, left, assists Dr. Kathleen Ramsay during surgery. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Dr. Kathleen Ramsay invited the Los Alamos Daily Post to spend a typical busy Saturday with her at her Cottonwood Veterinary Clinic in Espanola as she performed surgeries on birds with injured wings.
Ramsay explained that it’s a common injury because many birds target their meal from high in the sky,
Closed Session Meeting Notice for Regional Coalition of LANL Communities
RCLC News:
The Regional Coalition of LANL Communities announced this morning that it will hold a Closed Session to discuss Certain Purchases – Executive Director Contract Negotiations.
The closed session is set for 9 a.m., Friday, Oct. 4., in Council Chambers at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
For more information, visit the Regional Coalition website at https:////regionalcoalition.org Read More
Luján Statement on Government Shutdown
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement on the government shutdown.
“I am deeply disappointed that House Republicans’ continued efforts to undermine the Affordable Care Act have forced a government shutdown. The Affordable Care Act is the law of the land – upheld by the Supreme Court and accepted by the American people in the last election.
“It is clear that House Republicans would rather see the government shut down, New Mexico workers furloughed, and services halted Read More
Celebrate 95 Years of Scouting in Los Alamos
SCOUTING News:
Oct. 1, 1918 is the official start date of Scouting in Los Alamos. The Los Alamos Ranch School near Otowi, New Mexico, chartered Boy Scout Troop 22 under school Director and Scoutmaster A.J. Connell.
For more than 25 years, the Los Alamos Ranch School’s program was integrated with the Boy Scout program and had the distinction of being the only mounted troop – each boy was assigned a horse to care for and ride.
A typical day for the Scouts included schoolwork in the in the morning and outdoor activities in the afternoon. Some of the activities included working in food gardens, helping Read More
Community Winds Moves into Uncharted Territory
Los Alamos Community Winds performing at this year’s Next Big Idea. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comThe Los Alamos Community Winds will present “Uncharted Territory,” at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at Crossroads Bible Church.
The concert is free, although donations are gratefully accepted. The title of program refers, not only to the theme of the pieces, but also to the fact that much of the program will be new to the audience.
As is often the case at a Winds concert, the music was selected to challenge the performers as well as bring a Read More
Naïve Painter Captures Churches and Lifeblood of Northern New Mexico Exhibit Unveiled at DNCU DeVargas Branch
Courtesy/DNCU
Courtesy/DNCU
DNCU News:
SANTA FE—Del Norte Credit Union, northern New Mexico’s hometown financial cooperative, is proud to welcome northern New Mexico native (and DNCU member) Faustino Herrera de Vargas to the select group of artists honored through the DNCU North Star Artists series.
Artist Faustino Herrera de Vargas. Courtesy/DNCU
A collection of his vibrant paintings of familiar as well as lesser-known churches from around northern New Mexico was recently installed at the DNCU DeVargas branch, 510 North Guadalupe in Santa Fe.
At 78-years-young and self-taught, De Read More
Hannemann’s Music Corner: A Powerful Question of Discovery
Hannemann’s Music CornerThere are certain phrases which, in any language, seem to carry an abundance of power. They are the kinds of phrases which encourage, which heal, which galvanize. Yet, oddly enough they are rarely found in what is considered great oratory. One such is a question.
What is the most powerful question one could ask? Some would say it is “why” as in, “why am I here?” or “why is the world the way it is?” A great deal of great philosophic thought starts with “why?” Read More
Seven Workers Gather in Large Hole
How many men can you fit in one hole? These seven workers were spotted in a large hole on 15th Street Monday afternoon. Photo by Katy Korkos Read More
UNM-LA Students to Attend Accelerate Workshop at UNM-Taos
UNM-LA News:
On Friday, Oct. 4, 14 students from the UNM-LA Accelerate Technical Training program will attend a job placement workshop hosted by the University of New Mexico-Taos. The workshop, entitled “Unleashing Your Super Powers” will help students identify their unique strengths, hone their networking abilities, and build professional readiness skills.
The Accelerate Technical Training program provides students with resources and opportunities to be more successful in college, graduate on schedule, and gain an edge in their chosen careers. Funded by a Department Read More
Canadian Brass Co-founder Serenades Local Rotarian
In a light moment, Rotarian Linda Anderson is serenaded Sunday by Charles ‘Chuck’ Daellenbach, co-founder of the Canadian Brass, during the quintet’s performance to a full house at Smith Auditorium. The exceptional program was hosted by the Los Alamos Concert Association. More than 30 Rotarians joined the appreciative audience in support of LACA’s musical contributions to the community. Courtesy photo Read More
Ashley Pond Park Improvements Take Shape
The contractor for the Ashley Pond Park Improvements Projects has completed the concrete work next to the pond, filled the pond to the designated water level and has all systems in place and functional. By Oct. 18, the ADA sidewalk leading to the pond and landscaping with irrigation systems also should be completed. The contractor has until Nov. 4, to complete any repair work, punch list items, clean up, and demobilization. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
All park benches removed during the Ashley Pond Improvement Project are stored and will be reinstalled once the project is completed. Read More
Food on the Hill: Pineapple Strata
This Week’s Recipe:
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.comAlfred Hitchcock’s ‘Vertigo’ Screens Thursday
Courtesy/impawards.comWho am I to review Alfred Hitchcock’s “Vertigo” (1958)? The film has been reviewed, admired, and just plain loved scores of times. James Stewart’s incredible. Kim Novak is creepily fabulous. Barbara Bel Geddes is the most gorgeous buddy a guy could ask for, and quirky enough to guarantee, according to 1950s movie logic, that he won’t fall in love with her. And best of all is the script, so witty, sharp, cunning, insightful, complicated, original and even — yes — thrilling.
It’s a fine film, easily the best of the “Five
