Letter to the Editor: PRC Should Leave Renewable Energy Policies in Place
By DOMINICK LAWTONThe Public Regulation Commission is preparing to rule on how much New Mexico invests in renewable energy, and clean energy advocates argue that the PRC’s proposed changes would harm renewable energy development in the state. Looking at the facts, we have to agree.
New Mexico is the second-sunniest state in the country, but we currently get less than two percent of our electricity from the sun, lagging behind cloudy states like New Jersey. Our state needs to move toward a new, thriving clean energy economy, and not stay tethered to fossil fuels, which Read More
Pet of the Week: Shaaze the Cat
Shaaze the cat. Courtesy photo
SHELTER News:
Shaaze is a beautiful, long-haired female Maine Coon cross ready for a home where she can cuddle with the family.
She loves cuddling so much that when a volunteer was at the shelter Thursday evening, Shaaze walked from the top of one of the kennels right onto the shelter volunteer’s shoulders and refused to be put down the rest of the time the volunteer was there.
She is reported to be only six months old, but she is a very mellow cat, with just a bit of kitten spunk in there. She would love to find a home with her buddy Paloma (who is also at the shelter), but she Read More
Letter to the Editor: Why Pick on the Next Big Idea Festival?
By DAREN SAVAGEThe LA Daily Post published a calendar of events in Los Alamos for this weekend, and there seems to be more going on that just the Next Big Idea Festival. Why has there been no criticism of these other events, also held over Yom Kippur?
Los Alamos
Video Exclusive: Police Chief Candidates Share Policing Philosophies
Los Alamos Police Chief candidates at a public reception in Council Chambers Thursday answer the question, "What is your policing philosophy?" Candidates answered in this order: Dino Sgambellone, Philip Smith, Donnie Perry, Roy Melnick and Bill Press. Video by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com
The five candidates vying for the Los Alamos chief of police vacancy from left, Bill Press, Philip Smith, Roy Melnick, Donnie Perry and Dino Sgambellone in Council Chambers during Thursday's public reception. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Roy Melnick, left, talks Read More
9-11 Remembrance
Flags and flowers adorn the Sept. 11 memorial next to the Bradbury Science Museum. This actual piece of the Pentagon serves as a memorial to the fallen heroes of Sept. 11. Photo by Karen Kendall Read More
Storm Conditions Update For Los Alamos County-5 p.m.
COUNTY News:
The National Weather Service has extended the FLASH FLOOD WATCH through Saturday evening, Sept. 14.
Remember the following tips in flood risk areas:
• Just because it isn’t raining where you are doesn’t mean you aren’t in danger. If you are below the storm in any way, floodwater and debris could be upon you within minutes.
• Keep pets and children out of canyons and arroyos during and after a storm – warn children of the dangers of playing in or near canyon streams and arroyos when it storms.
• Never walk or drive through floodwaters of any depth – you don’t Read More
Governor Declares State of Disaster Due to Flooding
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Susana Martinez signed an executive order declaring an emergency due to the floods caused by heavy rains in the past days.
The declaration covers the entire state of New Mexico and makes funding available to the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to assist local communities in recovery efforts.
“Through this Executive Order, I have directed state government resources to ensure the safety and well being of everyone affected by these heavy storms,” Martinez said. “As the heavy rains continue, I encourage all New Mexicans Read More
Clark & Kendall Weekend Preview: Sept. 13
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Friday Sept. 13
Yom Kippur begins at sunset Friday, Sept. 13, and ends at nightfall Saturday, Sept 14.
2 p.m. Sunday, Sep. 22 (1670 Nectar)
Co+opRocks! 7-10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13 at the Teen Center
Music and art based event for teens.The evening kicks off with improv by the High School Theater Department, followed by local musicians including Sonji, Ryan Van Cleave, Matt
Next Big Idea Festival Goes Forward Despite Rain!
Next Big Idea Festival will go forward as planned Saturday. Courtesy photo
MAINSTREET News:
Los Alamos’ Next Big Idea Festival will go forward as planned Saturday, Sept. 14, despite recent inclement weather.
The community event will take place on Fuller Lodge lawn and wrap around into the Origami parking lot and onto the green space at Central Park Square.
The event will showcase 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., interactive exhibits and big ideas from all over the state. Exhibitors include Los Alamos National Laboratory, Beaver Toyota, Albuquerque Astronomical Society, Friends of the Shelter and Read More
Jr. Toppers Canceled for Saturday
TOPPER News:
Due to the heavy rains and clean up efforts, Jr. Toppers is canceled for Saturday, Sep 14. Read More
Van Slides Off N.M. 4 During Morning Storm
No injuries were reported after a blue van slid off N.M. 4 near the White Rock Y during this morning’s torrential rainstorm. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
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Heavy Rain Pummels Totavi
Rain inundates Totavi this morning. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
A telephone pole begins to lean precariously in the Totavi area this morning. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Rain floods area near Totavi this morning. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Rainwater Floods Area of Rendija Canyon
Flooding today in Rendija Canyon. Photo by Adam Shipman
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Weather Data From The Goddard TRMM
Image of Los Alamos and the surrounding areas at noon today from the Goddard TRMM (The Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission.) TRMM is a joint mission between NASA and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) designed to monitor and study tropical rainfall. Courtesy/ TRMM
Rainwater Floods Arroyo in Quemazon
These shots were taken 8:30-9 a.m. today of the normally dry arroyo that runs beside Brisa del Bosque in Quemazon. Photo by Nina Thayer
Photo by Nina Thayer
Photo by Nina ThayerLatest Storm Conditions For Los Alamos County–2:25 p.m.
COUNTY News:
West Road in Los Alamos is CLOSED. All other roads in Los Alamos County are open. Los Alamos County crews will continue to deal with all flooding and road issues by priority. NMDOT also has crews on site to clear any rock fall on Main Hill Road. Please be patient as we work through the issues and avoid travel if possible.
N.M. 502 – .25 miles from Totavi is open in both directions.
NMDOT is reporting (11:34 a.m.) N.M. 4 northbound and southbound from mile marker 5 to mile marker 46 to have flooding and debris. (N.M. 4, mile marker 5-46 from north of San Ysidro to the Los Alamos County Line.) Read More
Flood Waters Swirl in White Rock Near Sherwood
Flood waters swirl today near Sherwood Boulevard in White Rock where the road dips between Grand Canyon and Piedra Loop. Photo by Annie Bard
Photo by Annie Bard
Bandelier Sustains Flooding – Set to Reopen Monday
Bandelier flooding. Photo by Sally King
BANDELIER News:
Bandelier National Monument experienced two large flood events, one late afternoon Thursday, Sept. 12 and the other this morning.
Flooding in Frijoles Canyon prompted Superintendent Jason Lott to close the monument for the safety of visitors due to debris on trails and the potential for flooding throughout the weekend. Bandelier staff will begin clean-up efforts as soon as rains subside and hope to re-open the monument by Monday, Sept. 16.
This morning, heavy rains caused flash flooding more severe than any recent
Rain Drives Co+opRocks! Inside Teen Center
CO+OP News:
Due to persistent rain, tonight’s Co+opRocks! event will be 7-10 p.m., inside the Teen Center and in the space in the Trinity on the Hill Church above the Teen Center.
Co+opRocks! is a music and art based event for teens. The evening kicks off with improv by the High School Theater Department, followed by local musicians including Sonji, Ryan Van Cleave, Matt Tapia, Nathan Lindsey, Michelangelo Lobato, Kile Uhlenbrock and Cody Ulibarri.
Recycled art projects and a historical hands-on loom are free art activities available during Co+opRocks! The art activities are provided by Fuller Read More
Latest Radar on Area Weather Pattern
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