Cone Zone: Week of Aug. 19
COUNTY News:
Road Construction Update
Public Works Projects:
For more information about the projects listed below, e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 662-8150, or visit the “Projects” link at www.losalamosnm.us. Please slow down and use caution as you travel through these construction areas.
Reminder: There have been a number of lightning strikes causing traffic signal outages in our region. If you approach a traffic signal with none of the signal lights working, you are required to STOP as if it was a 4-way or all-way STOP controlled intersection. Be extremely cautious when approaching and Read More
Debate and Town Hall Meeting on UNM-LA Mil Levy Aug. 29
LWV News:
The League of Women Voters invites the public to attend a Los Alamos High School Hilltalker debate and Town Hall meeting 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29 at UNM-LA Lecture Hall in Building 2.
The LAHS Hilltalkers will debate the pros and cons of the mil levy election question followed by a presentation by Dr. Cindy Rooney, who recently was appointed as the new Dean of Instruction for UNM-LA, replacing Dr. Kate Massengale who recently retired.
The meeting will end with a town hall question and answer session, moderated by the League of Women Voters.
Refreshments are being provided at 6:30 Read More
Letter to the Editor: On the Question of Small Class Size – An Open Letter to the Los Alamos Community
On the Question of Small Class Size – An Open Letter to the Los Alamos CommunitySmall class sizes are a quality and hallmark that Los Alamos has long valued. Community conversations and strategic plan surveys continually reinforce the importance of maintaining small class sizes. Over the past several years budget constraints have made it increasingly more difficult to honor our community’s desire for small class size. Significant reductions in state funding this past spring created a two million dollar shortfall in our Read More
Team Envy Wins Five of Nine Tournaments
The Team Envy Players. Back row from left, Susana Gallegos, Alleah Garcia, Kaylee Chavez, Isabel Montoya (Aspen Elementary), Jaylynn Padilla and Dulce Maldonado. Front row from left, Jenee Montoya (Mountain Elementary), Marina Espinosa (Mountain Elementary), Miranda Salazar and Savannah Lucero (Chamisa Elementary.) Sports News:
Team Envy Players Girls Basketball Team is comprised of young ladies from Los Alamos, Espanola and Gallina.
Team Envy entered in nine 12U Basketball Tournaments from January to August 2013. The team is coached by Michelle Padilla and Donn Lucero.
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Aquatic Center Closed for Maintenance
The therapy pool and the Walkup Aquatic Center, drained and ready for cleaning. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
The Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center is closed for public swimming for Annual Pool Maintenance and will re‑open at 6 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3.
For additional information, call the Aquatic Center at 662-8170 or go to www.losalamosnm.us/rec. Read More
‘The Disappearing Art Show:’ Check it Out Before it’s Gone
‘Cooke’s Peak’ by Benjamin Harry. Courtesy photoLIBRARY News:
Los Alamos County Library presents “The Disappearing Art Show,” featuring more than 175 framed prints, paintings and photographs, all free to borrow from your library. The show will be on display Aug. 30 to Sept. 25, or until there is no art left. Visit the Mesa Public Library Art Gallery on the second floor to see the show.
‘Cholla and Saguaro’ by Gustave Baumann. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos County Library System has collections in many different formats: magazines, large print books, foreign Read More
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján Attends Gathering at Los Alamos Home
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján from New Mexico’s 3rd District, seated center, attended a gathering Friday evening at the home of Marvel Harrison Csanadi and Dr. Tom Csanadi on North Mesa. The private event gave Luján an opportunity to speak one on one with local residents. Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, standing to Luján‘s left, new Probate Judge Chris Chandler to Luján‘s right, and District Court Judge Sylvia LaMar in white dress were among those gathered around Luján showing support for UNM-LA’s mil levy election set for Sept. 17. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Triathlon 2013 Wraps Up
Spectators line the roadway on Canyon Road as athletes prepare for the 20K cycling leg of today’s Los Alamos Triathlon 2013. Check back for full details of today’s event. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Check back for full results at www.ladailypost.com. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com Read More
Letter to the Editor: Los Alamos School Funding Requires Action
Los Alamos School Funding Requires ActionLong-time Los Alamos School Board member Kevin Honnell was recently quoted as saying: “This (school) district, financially, is headed toward an iceberg like the Titanic.” The observation was made in connection with a discussion about class size, but Dr. Honnell correctly pointed out that the issue is much broader, and it is pressing.
Because of the way in which New Mexico funds K-12 education, our Los Alamos schools don’t have the funding profile, moving forward, to support the quality schools we have come Read More
YCC’s Final Challenge: A Photo Essay
YCC crew hard at work on their last day in Los Alamos Canyon. Courtesy photo
Then there was this rock on the trail … it is heavy … can we move it? Courtesy photo
We are the YCC – we can do anything! You push, we’ll pull! Courtesy photo
The Usain Bolt of Trail Building. Perhaps we need more people… Courtesy photo
One, two, three, PUSH. Courtesy photo
What do you think, more people yet? Courtesy photo
Now to consider Plan B… Courtesy Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Crackdown Underway
STATE News:
SANTA FE–New Mexico law enforcement agencies are participating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2013 “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” nationwide drunk driving crackdown Aug. 16 to Sept. 2.
The campaign coincides with the September Labor Day holiday weekend.
Ninety-five individual law enforcement agencies in New Mexico, along with the 12 State Police districts, are participating in the crackdown which includes checkpoints, saturation patrols and sustained enforcement activities. Efforts such as this result in approximately 15,000 DWI arrests Read More
Check Out Martial Arts Classes at Family YMCA
Back to School Tax Tips
IRS News:
Going to college can be a stressful time for students and parents. The IRS offers these tips about education tax benefits that can help offset some college costs and maybe relieve some of that stress.
- American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC). This credit can be up to $2,500 per eligible student. The AOTC is available for the first four years of post-secondary education. Forty percent of the credit is refundable. That means that you may be able to receive up to $1,000 of the credit as a refund, even if you don’t owe any taxes. Qualified expenses include tuition and fees, course related
Obituary: Zenas ‘Slim’ Boone Aug. 27, 1918–Aug.13, 2013
ZENAS “SLIM” BOONE Aug. 27, 1918–Aug.13, 2013
Zenas “Slim” Boone, 94, of Los Alamos died Aug. 13, 2013 at Los Alamos Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his wife Irene U. Boone, parents Hettie (Penland) and Andrew Boone, brothers Hudson and Charles, sisters Flora, Ruth and Dorothy and son Charles.
Slim was born Aug. 27, 1918 in Yancy County, NC. His early years were spent working on farms in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He moved into Washington, D.C. and after working on bridge construction he was hired for the trolley system where is gained Read More
Los Alamos Police Chief Vacancy Draws 40 Applicants
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COUNTY News:
The search for a new police chief moves forward as Police Chief Wayne Torpy officially retires Friday, Aug. 23.
The position posting closed July 26. The County received 40 applications for the position, of which 26 applicants met the minimum qualifications. County Administrator Harry Burgess will select up to five finalists. The top candidates will travel to Los Alamos for in-person interviews and a special “meet the finalists” reception with the public at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The County will have three panels Read More
Letter to the Editor: An Open Letter to Los Alamos
An open letter to Los AlamosWe would like to take this opportunity to thank the many people who planned and contributed to Corporal Alfred Roybal’s funeral.
To work with people as dedicated as police officers has always been counted a blessing; one that most in the public never realize until they directly receive the benefit of protection or comfort that comes from their presence.
On Thursday, we publicly witnessed the manifestation of honor, sacrifice, esteem, and dedication that a unique, and often underappreciated, group of men and women Read More
Learn More About Norris Bradbury in Second Lecture
Turn Trash to Glamour at Fashion Contest
Elizabeth Chapman modeling her recycled fashion ensamble in last year’s Next Big Idea Recycled Fashion Show. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Trash fashion, or recycled fashion, is clothing made from materials that would have otherwise ended up in the trash or recycling bin.
It is the act of utilizing products society would commonly label as waste to create wearable art that inspires individuals to think more about the items they throw away. It is eye-catching fashion that makes a social and environmental statement.
Register today for the Second Annual Los Alamos Read More
Fee Free Day at Bandelier Aug. 25 for Founders Day
Courtesy/BNMThe National Park Service (NPS) was established Aug. 25, 1916, to protect and preserve the then-young system of park areas being designated for the benefit and enjoyment of people throughout the country and visitors from around the world.
Now, in 2013, there are more than 400 areas that are administered by the NPS, ranging from battlefields to coral reefs, Yosemite to the Washington Monument, Everglades to Bandelier National Monument. The anniversary of that date is celebrated by having a Fee Free day, when there is no entrance fee to any National Park Service Read More
Pet of the Week: Sarabi the Cat
Sarabi the Cat. Courtesy photo
SHELTER News:
Sarabi is a two-year-old gray and white female that is very bonded to her friend Owl the cat.
She is a bit more outgoing than Owl, has very soft fur and hopes to find a new home with her buddy Owl.
Both Sarabi and Owl and have been trained to use a scratching post rather than furniture.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, (505) 662-8179, has a great selection of adoptable pets. All adoptable pets are microchipped, spayed or neutered, and brought up-to-date on vaccinations. Dogs are checked for heartworm.
Visit the Friends of the Shelter’s Read More
