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Police Release Arrest Warrant Affidavits on Los Alamos Urologist Pavel Mourachov

Pavel V. Mourachov

Staff Report

The Los Alamos Police Department has released the two arrest warrants issued for the apprehension of Los Alamos urologist Pavel V. Mourachov.

The first Affidavit for Arrest Warrant, issued May 13, 2013 by Magistrate Judge Pat Casados, indicates there is probable cause that in September 2012, Pavel V. Mourachov “did commit the crime of aggravated assault of a household member … a 4th degree felony.” The warrant states that May 17, 2012, a Los Alamos police detective conducted an interview with Mourachov’s wife. She reported to the Read More

Clark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview: May 24

This week’s preview sponsored by www.fyila.com

Los Alamos Summer Concert Series features The Red Elvises 7 p.m. Friday, May 24 at Ashley Pond.

Los Alamos’ Favorite Band! Siberian Rock

Jemez Mountain Trail Runs 5 a.m. Saturday, May 25 Posse Shack (650 North Mesa)
Half Marathon, 50km, and 50 mile runs take place in the scenic Jemez mountains. Runners will experience high altitude (over 10,000 feet above sea level), scree fields, stream crossings, fallen trees and other obstacles. 

Saturn Day 9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 25 at PEEC (3540 Orange St.)
Come to PEEC for a celebration
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Charger Aquatics Successful in Tornado Relief Efforts

From left, Caemlyn Tripp, Sara Shiina, Radhika Iyer, Maria Venneri, Sarah Lott, Sydney Schoonover, Isabelle Runde, Kaan Unal, Connor Schultz, Tracee Abeita-Torres and Coach Beverly Leasure. Courtesy photo

CHARGER AQUATICS News:

On Thursday, May 23, Charger Aquatics swim team set up a donation booth in front of Smith’s Food & Drug in Los Alamos to collect items for pets injured and/or displaced by the devastating tornado that hit Moore, Okla. Monday. 

Instead of jumping into the pool for afternoon practice, they were diving into community service by making Smith’s patrons aware Read More

Commercial Recycling Expanding in Los Alamos County

COUNTY News:

Over the past few months commercial recycling in Los Alamos County has seen a significant expansion. 

More than 10 local businesses and churches have signed on to the County recycling program. This increase corresponds with concerted efforts by the Environmental Sustainability Board and County staff to reduce waste and increase recycling in the community. These efforts included a significant reduction in commercial recycling fees in August 2012, and focused on education and outreach to local businesses. 

“It is great to see that the actions taken by staff and the Read More

Letter to the Editor: Every Student Deserves Applause

By Leslie Esquibel
Los Alamos
 
I went to the Middle School Athletic Awards Ceremony the other day. I was uncomfortable going, expecting the same awkward ceremony as last year.
 
I got what I expected, and worse. There was the usual announcing of each team, their story for the year, and announcement of each athlete, 270+ at the school. This was preceeded by a slide show of some of the athletes and new football field and track.
 
What was the saddest, most awkward part, was the audience reaction. About 10 percent of the kids received significant applause from peers and families. Another
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Los Alamos Director Echoes Cyber Concerns

Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Charlie McMillan displays a QKarD, a Los Alamos device that uses quantum cryptography to transmit secure signals between sender and receiver. Courtesy/LANL

Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Charlie McMillan, right, with, from left, Anthony Cugini of the National Energy Technology Laboratory, Thom Mason of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Tomas Diaz de la Rubia of Deloitte Consulting LLP. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

  • Securing the grid will be key for energy security going forward

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md.—Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Read More

Hannemann’s Music Corner: What About Music? (Part 1)

Hannemann’s Music Corner: What About Music? (Part 1)
By RICHARD HANNEMANN
 
I’ve been attending the final concerts of the school bands and orchestras and it has been a real treat.
 
We grow some very talented kids here. More importantly, we encourage kids to develop their own talents. The proof, as they say, is in the pudding and the musical pudding our kids have been cooking up is very sweet indeed.
 
Somewhere along the line, one wonders, “gee, if I knew then what I know now, what would I change?” For me, the answer is simple – I would put as much time into my
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Luján: Republican Student Loan Bill Makes College More Expensive

U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District voted today against a House Republican bill that will make it more expensive for students to attend college with federal subsidized Stafford student loans. With the interest rate on these loans set to double from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent on June 1 action is needed to keep costs down for millions of students across the country.

“Rather than passing legislation that simply keeps interest rates on student loans where they are, House Republicans have come up with a disappointing Read More

View the Ruts of the Santa Fe Trail from Above

Staff Report

Due to the change in the schedule for the Los Alamos Airways commuter plane, Friday, June 7, will be the only day eight people will be able to take the Air Tour to view the ruts of the Santa Fe Trail.

The flight in the Cessna Caravan plane will leave Los Alamos at 8:30 a.m. for a round trip to San Miguel del Vado, the former port of entry for U.S. covered wagons crossing the Pecos River and entering Mexico Territory in the 1800s.

 A check mailed to Inez Ross, 614 47th St., Los Alamos NM 87544, in the amount of $81 will hold your seat. It’s first come, first served, but you can let Ross know Read More

How the Hen House Turns: First Turkey

How the Hen House Turns: First Turkey
Column by Carolyn A. (Cary) Neeper, Ph. D.

Last week I mentioned that whenever we humans would go out the back door, First Turkey would come flapping across the yard, greeting us with her “ark ark ark, ark ark ark.”

Only once did she actually get off the ground with all her happy flapping. Going down the hill, she sailed through the air for at least ten feet before landing on her breast meat with a surprised squawk.

Of course, friends teased us whenever Thanksgiving rolled off the calendar. We did celebrate occasionally by having turkey for dinner,

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Bandelier Memorial Day Activities; Shuttle Buses Begin Friday

Frijoles Canyon. Courtesy/NPS

BANDELIER News:

The Memorial Day holiday marks the beginning of the summer season at Bandelier National Monument, with the shuttle buses beginning Friday, May 24, and special activities happening throughout the weekend.

“If you haven’t been to Bandelier lately, this is a good time to come,” Park Superintendent Jason Lott said. “You can catch a free bus in White Rock, relax and enjoy the scenery on the way to and from the park, and have a leisurely day with the family in Frijoles Canyon.”

The shuttle buses begin running Friday morning.

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Los Alamos Medical Center Issues Statement on Doctor’s Arrest

Pavel V. Mourachov

Staff Report:

Los Alamos Medical Center has issued the following statement regarding Wednesday’s arrest of Los Alamos Urologist Pavel V. Mourachov:

“We share our community’s concerns about Dr. Mourachov’s arrest and the allegations that continue to come to light. Dr. Mourachov is not an employee of Los Alamos Medical Center and has had a limited practice at our hospital for some time. His medical privileges have been suspended. As the claims against Dr. Mourachov relate to his personal life and there is no evidence that any illegal activity occurred at our Read More

Living in Los Alamos With Large Predators

Black Bear. Courtesy/NMG&F

COUNTY News:

Every spring and summer as the weather warms up, the County begins to receive more calls at the Animal Control Office regarding sightings or encounters with large predators.

What’s a large predator? Large predators in Los Alamos County today include mountain lions, black bears, bobcats and coyotes. These large, powerful predators have lived here for eons, feeding on the plentiful prey and playing an important role in the ecosystem. You may live or play in habitats used by these predators. They can at times be dangerous. However, with a better Read More

Topper Tennis Clinic Runs June 10-14

LAHS News:

Los Alamos Tennis Clinic (A LAHS Boys and Girls Tennis Teams Fundraising Event)

For: ages 6-15 (including USTA QuickStart for ages 6-10)

When: June 10-14, 2013 5:30-7:00PM

Where: Mesa Tennis Courts behind Sullivan Football Field

Instructed by the Los Alamos High School Varsity Tennis Teams and Coaches

Cost: $40 (each player will receive a LAHS tennis clinic t-shirt)

Further information: Contact Lloyd at 505-660-5714 or Bruce at 505-660-1440 or send questions to losalamostennisclinic@comcast.net Read More

Inspirational Concert Fills IHM Church

Community members begin to find seats for Sunday’s concert at Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) Catholic Church, which raised funds for the Catherine LeClaire Memorial Organ Fund. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Performing ‘Memorare’ are from left, David Moore, John Machuzak, Randy Erickson, Rene LeClaire, Julie Habiger, Viera Moore, Adrienne Borrego, Claudine Kasunic, Laura Erickson, Cathy Morzinski and Ruth Doyle. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Mezzo Soprano Julie Habiger performs ‘Blessings’ as her husband Kerry, left, and son Read More

Small Retail Business Owners Share Joys and Challenges

Retail small business panel, from left, Don Taylor, Allison Bennett, Katie Brousseau, Cyndi Wells, Karen Wray, Ruby Alexander, David Jolly,  Gloria Smith Brehm and Ken Nebel. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com

By GREG KENDALL
Los Alamos Daily Post

Earlier this month, Ken Nebel, owner of Village Arts (art supply store) organized a gathering of Los Alamos County retail business operators to discuss the small business retail environment in Los Alamos.

“I’m relatively new to business and I don’t have all the answers,” Nebel said. “It felt like it was time to pull together Read More

LANL Begins Pumping Tests on Chromium Plume

Well R-50 at Los Alamos National Laboratory has detected chromium at levels that exceed New Mexico standards. Photo taken during well construction in 2011. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

  • Data will be used to help determine final remedy

Los Alamos National Laboratory will begin pumping tests this summer at two groundwater monitoring wells located on Lab property within a chromium plume in the regional aquifer.

The purpose of the pumping tests is to refine understanding of the plume properties within the regional aquifer and evaluate the potential for large-scale pumping to remove chromium. Chromium Read More

LASG Sports Camp 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 30-31

LASG News:

In response to the Barranca School closing, the Los Alamos School of Gymnastics Sports Camp will be open 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 30 and 31.

LASG will limit the charges to $38 per day, absorbing the insurance fees.

Participants should bring a swim suit, as they will spend some time at the Larry Walkup Aquatics Center pool.

The Los Alamos School of Gymnastics is at 555 North Mesa Road and the telephone number is 505-662-9523. Read More

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