Udall Calls for Independent Probe Into NSA Data Collection
U.S. SENATE:
NM Delegation Introduces Bill to Strengthen STEM Fields
Sen. Tom Udall Hofmann: The LTC Basics #4
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services offers insights into Long Term Care:
Consumers may hear many confusing statements regarding the topic of long term care, both published in the public domain and repeated by misinformed individuals. Over the next few weeks, I will be submitting a series of columns containing accurate information provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, website https:////longtermcare.gov. I encourage you to watch for and read these informative columns.
The LTC Basics #4:
Who will provide your Long Term Care?
Long term Read More
Rotary Event Raises Funds for Self Help, Inc.
Rotarian Jim Nesmith presents a check for $569.12 to Executive Director Ellen Morris Bond of Self Help, Inc. at a June 11 meeting of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos. Self Help, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting those in need in northern New Mexico. The funds were raised at ‘An Evening with Anchee Min,’ a talk by the bestselling author organized by Nesmith and sponsored by the Rotary Club of Los Alamos. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com Read More
Knitting and Dyeing Classes at Warm Hearts Yarn
BUSINESS News:Heidi and Katie are teaching a series of dishcloth classes, each focusing on a different skill. During the weeks we are teaching, Heidi will teach a class 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, and Katie will teach 5-6 p.m. Thursdays. Participants do not need to take both classes; we are hoping to reach all who are interested by offering two
Is This Your Orange Tabby Cat?
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Thompson Ridge Fire: Today’s Aerial Operations Success Allows Firefighters To Go Direct Tonight With Hand Ignition
Thompson Ridge Fire. Photo by Kristen Honig/Valles Caldera Trust
Thompson Ridge Fire Evening Update
Acres: 22,900; Start date: May 31, 2013; Cause: Downed powerline; Location: Valles Caldera National Preserve; Containment: 60 percent; Fuels: Mixed conifer and Ponderosa pine; Terrain: Steep, rugged; Resources: 16 crews, 42 engines, 33 water tenders, 5 dozers; Total personnel: 885 and Available air support: 3 air tankers, 6 helicopters.
Weather so often dictates what we do and how we do it. Today through the morning hours we received a nice cover of clouds, which helped to moderate our fire Read More
New Mexico State EOC Situation Report
NMEOC News::
The New Mexico State Emergency Operations Center continues to monitor incidents across the state including multiple wildfires.
Below is a summary of each incident:
Power Outage – City of Albuquerque
Incident: Multiple power outages around the city since approximately 9:30 p.m. June 10. Affected Population: Initially 1,900. Power was restored to all areas by 5 a.m./June 12. Affected Area: Selected areas of the population base of the City of Albuquerque. Situation Overview: CABQ EOC partially activated at approximately 9:05 a.m. Tuesday morning at level 3. At approximately Read More
Money IQ: The U.S. Economy 2013-So Far So Good
Money IQThe U.S. Economy 2013-So Far So Good
The U.S. economy has been fairly resilient so far in 2013, despite facing many challenges. The fiscal cliff, the combination of tax increases and government spending cuts that began at the start of the year were largely averted.
The debt limit was increased, avoiding a contentious debate with potential negative ramifications for the economy. Finally the $85 billion in spending cuts that were agreed upon in 2011 as part of the debt ceiling reductions started in March of this year and are beginning to be felt across the economy.
The global Read More
Thompson Ridge Fire Map Shows 981 Acres Burned Tuesday
Thompson Ridge Fire progression map showing the 981 acres that burned Tuesday at the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Read More
Letter to the Editor: Graphene By The Ton
By WILLIAM T. SELLERS, Vice PresidentRecently the Los Alamos Daily Post was kind enough to reprint an op-ed I wrote for the Albuquerque Journal on the complementary nature of nuclear power, as evidenced by the push for SMRs (small modular reactors) and a graphene-based desalination concept for New Mexico’s large reservoirs of brackish groundwater.
Turns out that R&D, and ramp-up on the production of graphene is exceeding even my optimistic forecast, as evidenced by this entry in the blog, Next Big Future: https:////nextbigfuture.com/2013/06/graphene-by-ton.html Read More
Farmer’s Market 7:30 a.m.-Noon Thursday
County Modulars May Begin Moving Out Today
COUNTY News:
The modular buildings used to house County employees temporarily since 2007 will soon be removed from the Lavy Lane lot on Trinity Drive.
The move could begin today. The modulars will be moved three at a time. Moves should occur in the early morning to avoid afternoon winds. No delays on Trinity Drive are expected. Modulars will also be moved for County employees that were housed on Central Ave – next to the Justice Center – following the move on Lavy Lane. No move will occur during Farmers Market operations. No delays to Central Avenue are expected.
Once all modulars have been removed, Read More
Jaroso Fire Seen From Santa Fe
The massive plume from the Jaroso Fire seen Tuesday evening in Santa Fe near 599 and Camino La Tierra. Photo by Danny Gallant Read More
Keep Sidewalks Clear – Summer Campaign!
COUNTY News:
In 2002, the County instituted a sidewalk obstruction removal program to clear sidewalks adjacent to homes and businesses of overgrown vegetation.
Clearing crews hired by the County removed overgrown vegetation along sidewalks in Los Alamos and White Rock, leaving clear pathways for pedestrian use.
The program proved a success because:
- The County sidewalks were reclaimed for their intended use;
- It enhanced the appearance of our community‘
- It was a positive response to a problem brought forth by citizens, groups and a County board; and
- Through public information, citizens
Thompson Ridge; Jaroso Fire Updates – Morning of June 12
Thompson Ridge Fire
Smoke from the Thompson Ridge Fire late Tuesday afternoon looking west over the ball fields at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Thompson Ridge Fire Update
Acres: 22,852; Start date: May 31, 2013; Cause: Downed powerline; Location: Valles Caldera National Preserve; Containment: 50 percent; Fuels: Mixed conifer and Ponderosa pine; Terrain: Steep, rugged; Resources: 20 crews, 48 engines, 34 water tenders, 6 dozers; Total personnel: 991 and Available air support: 3 air tankers, 6 helicopters.
Last night crews experienced minimal Read More
Dog Relationship Clinic July 27-28
LADOC News:
The Los Alamos Dog Obedience Club presents the Dawna and Megan Sims Relationship Clinic 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 27-28.
The location is to be determoned but will be in Los Alamos.
This clinic is a foundation relationship class. Learn:
- What a dog really needs and why;
- To understand what your dog is really saying;
- How to gain control of the mind (and see how the body follows);
- How to be an effective pack leader;
- The art of using behavior blocking and why it works;
- Why dogs develop undesirable behaviors and how to stop them; and
- How to connect with your dog so you can all live in a peaceful, relaxed environment.
Posts Live from Van Cliburn International Piano Competition: Lessons Learned in Fort Worth
Posts Live from Van Cliburn International Piano CompetitionLessons Learned in Fort Worth
The fine folks at the Los Alamos Daily Post have let me chew up a lot of digital space over the past 10 days writing about an event in (gasp!) Texas. I have been known to grouse about our local media covering off-the-hill arts events at the expense of local efforts. So what’s going on here? What does the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition have to do with us?
The most obvious answer is, of course, that the Los Alamos Concert Association will be presenting one of the three Cliburn medalists Read More
County Recreation Division Joins Great American Backyard Campout
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Recreation Division will join thousands of families across the nation, gathering in their backyards, neighborhoods, communities, and parks June 22 to enjoy a night of camping for the Ninth Annual Great American Backyard Campout, organized by the National Wildlife Federation.
Join Smokey Bear, Sparky the Fire Dog, and Bert the Squirrel for camping games, songs, prizes and star gazing at Overlook Park June 22. A limited number of four person and six person tents are available for families who do not have tents and would like to join in the fun. This is a dog friendly Read More
Letter to the Editor: Many Thanks for Speech and Debate Invitational Support
By Kris Hollis, Mary Spill and Kelley BaerMany, many thanks to the following businesses and people that supported the recent three day long NCFCA Region III Speech and Debate Invitational: to John Roberts and Smith’s for discounted food for students and judges; to Denise Lane and the Dixie Girl, Ruby Alexander and Ruby K’s Bagel Cafe, Brian Booth and the Coffee Booth, and members of the First Baptist Church of Espanola for providing scrumptious food for judges.
Thanks also to local churches and families – all food was Read More
