Triathlon Athlete Liz Miller Of Los Alamos Makes Her Mark As First Female Finisher At Ironman California
Los Alamos resident Liz Miller running Oct. 19 at Ironman California in Sacramento. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos resident Liz Miller triumphantly holds up the banner at the finish line of Ironman California. Miller was the first female finisher of the triathlon, which featured 2,300 competitors. Courtesy photo
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When Los Alamos resident Liz Miller snatched and proudly held up the banner at the finish line of Ironman California, she said she had a strong sense of déjà vu.
She explained that she held a mental picture of being the overall Read More
New Mexico Seeks Share Of $50 Billion Federal Program To Expand Health Care Access In Rural Communities
HCA News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico has submitted a plan to the federal government requesting $1 billion in funding over five years to expand the health care access in rural communities through workforce development, technology and community programs.
The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) sent its Rural Health Transformation Plan to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services outlining five strategic initiatives to strengthen care in underserved areas. The federal program will distribute $10 billion annually over five years to approved states.
New Mexico could receive funding Read More
Dept. Of Cultural Affairs Offers Free Admission To Veterans At State Museums
NMDCA News:
New Mexico residents who have served or are currently serving in the armed forces can visit New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs’ museums free this Veterans Day holiday.
Any New Mexico resident providing satisfactory proof of current or past armed service will be admitted free to state museums and historic sites on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025. This includes spouses and children.
Participating Museums:
- New Mexico Museum of Art On the Plaza
- New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary
- Museum of Indian Arts and Culture
- Museum of International Folk Art
- New Mexico
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Leads Push Against New Nuclear Testing, Citing New Mexico’s Painful Legacy
Gabe Vasquez
U.S. CONGRESS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Nov. 5, 2025, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) led the New Mexico Congressional Delegation against the administration’s reported plans to resume nuclear weapons testing—calling it a direct threat to the health, safety, and dignity of New Mexicans who continue to live with the consequences of the Trinity test, without benefitting national security.
In a letter to President Trump and top officials in the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, and National Nuclear Security Administration, Vasquez highlighted that existing testing Read More
State Parks Reminds Veterans To Apply For Lifetime Pass
NMSP News:
SANTA FE — In recognition of Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, the State Parks Division reminds New Mexico resident veterans to apply for their lifetime veterans pass.
With the signing of House Bill 161, which went into effect on July 1, the State Parks Division partnered with the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (NMDVS) to implement this new benefit for New Mexico veterans.
The new lifetime pass gives veterans with verified New Mexico residency free access to state parks, including unlimited day use and camping in areas managed by the State Parks Division of the Energy, Read More
Game & Fish Department Invites Students In Grades K-12 To Take Part New Mexico Fish Art Contest
Submission by Steven Ju (Grade 7-9 Division, Georgia). Courtesy photo
NMGF News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico students in grades K-12 are invited to take part in the Art of Conservation New Mexico Fish Art Contest, sponsored by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish in conjunction with Wildlife Forever.
Fish are an integral part of New Mexico’s diverse ecosystems, providing vital support to local biodiversity and contributing to the health of rivers, lakes and streams. From the prized native trout of the Rio Grande to the colorful bass that inhabit the state’s reservoir, fish play an essential role Read More
New Mexico State Police Arrest Suspect Wanted For Homicide In Illinois
NMSP News:
QUAY COUNTY – On Nov. 4, 2025, at approximately 5 p.m., a New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officer was patrolling in Quay County when he was alerted by NMSP dispatch of a License Plate Reader (LPR) hit. The alert indicated a stolen vehicle from Illinois was traveling westbound on Interstate 40 near milepost 342. The vehicle was also connected to an ongoing homicide investigation being conducted by the Cicero Police Department in Illinois.
The NMSP officer located the vehicle and conducted a felony traffic stop on I-40 near milepost 345. The vehicle was occupied by two males, one being Read More
American Legion To Host Veterans’ Day Event Tuesday
Tens of millions of Americans have served in the armed forces since the country’s founding. American Legion Post 90, together with other local organizations, invites the community to honor these Americans on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy image
COMMUNITY News:
American Legion Post 90 will host the annual Veterans’ Day event at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11 at Ashley Pond Park.
Participating organizations include a variety of organizations, including VFW 8874, Los Alamos High School NJROTC, Scouts, Los Alamos Choral Society, Los Alamos County Fire Department, among others. Read More
New Mexico Health Care Authority & Administrative Office Of The Courts To Meet Under Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Nov. 12
NMSC News:
The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the fourth meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3) at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12.
The Committee continues to shape the structure, cadence, and regional implementation of this landmark legislation, bringing together all three branches of government and community stakeholders to transform behavioral health services statewide. Public participation is encouraged as we work together to build a stronger, more Read More
New Los Alamos Book Club Invites Public Participation
Book cover of ‘Industry of Lies: Media, Academia, and the Israeli-Arab Conflict’. Courtesy image
COMMUNITY News:
The Los Alamos community is invited to join a book discussion group sponsored by Stand With Us, an international, nonpartisan Israel education organization that inspires and educates people of all ages and backgrounds, challenges misinformation, and fights antisemitism.
This is a follow-up to the movie and discussion at the SALA Los Alamos Event Center on Oct. 9, where we showed the film “October H8te”. The group intends to educate about antisemitism and the Israeli-Arab Read More
