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Los Alamos High School Graduate Lee Powell Wins Third Edward R. Murrow

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 6, 2015

Lee Powell. Courtesy Photo

COMMUNITY News:

Lee Powell, a 1994 graduate of Los Alamos High School was awarded his third Edward R. Murrow award for three stories he wrote and videotaped and put online for the Washington Post in 2014.

Powell has been a video journalist for the Post for two years. He previously was with the AP in Washington for seven years and won two Murrows while working with them.

The awards gala was held in New York City Oct. 12 and his parents David and Irene Powell of Los Alamos were able to attend.

The Murrow Awards has been honoring outstanding

SFNF Waives Fees In Honor Of Veterans Day

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 6, 2015

SFNF News:

SANTA FE ― The Santa Fe National Forest will honor Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, by waiving fees at many recreation sites and amenities.

Fees at all national forests and grasslands will be waived at many day-use sites, such as picnic grounds and developed trailheads, in cooperation with other federal agencies under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act.

Veterans Day is the last fee-free day for 2015.

Fees will be waived at Santa Fe National Forest sites that normally charge a day-use fee and campgrounds that are not on the National Recreation

Bandelier, Valles Caldera, And Other Federal Fee Areas Offering Free Entry Veterans Day

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 5, 2015

Walls of Ancestral Pueblo dwellings at Long House at Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/NPS

BANDELIER News:

Bandelier National Monument, along with other federal fee areas nationwide including the Valles Caldera National Preserve, will be offering free entry Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.

According to Bandelier Superintendent Jason Lott, “This is an opportunity to honor our veterans by inviting everyone to enjoy the National Parks, some of the most special parts of this country that the veterans have faithfully served. National Park

New Mexico, Colorado Lawmakers To Introduce Mining Reform Legislation In Response To Gold King Mine Blowout

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 5, 2015

U.S. SENATE News:

Bill will ensure mining companies pay royalties to help prevent future disasters

Today, at 10 a.m., U.S. Senators Tom Udall, D-N.M., Martin Heinrich, D-N.M. and Michael Bennet, D-Colo. and U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M. will hold a press conference call to unveil legislation to reform the nation’s antiquated hardrock mining laws.

The senators are introducing the Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act of 2015, which will ensure mining companies pay royalties for the privilege of extracting public resources from public lands so that taxpayers aren’t on the hook Read More

Film Crew Coming To Los Alamos For Community Event ‘A Night in Manhattan’ Nov. 14

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 4, 2015

COUNTY News:

Set, Props, Hair, Make-up, Camera Experts to Transform Fuller Lodge and Local Residents for Still Shots from the Manhattan Series

Step back in time to the Manhattan Project era with sets, props, hair, makeup and digital photography, compliments of the professional crew from the Manhattan series. Then, capture it forever with professional photo(s)—just in time for the holidays!

7-10 p.m. Saturday evening, Nov. 14, the New Mexico film workers union will transform one of Los Alamos’ most treasured historic sites into a temporary film set for a special event to celebrate the Manhattan Read More

NNMCAB Holds Special Meeting Nov. 12

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 4, 2015

NNMCAB News:

The Northern New Mexico Citizens’ Advisory Board (NNMCAB) is one of eight Site-Specific Advisory Boards established to involve local citizens in the Department of Energy’s (DOE) environmental clean-up decision process at its nuclear facilities.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend NNMCAB meetings and provide their unique perspective on environmental issues.

The NNMCAB will hold a Special Meeting to learn about proposed changes to the 2005 Order on Consent, 1-4:30 p.m., Nov. 12, at the Cities of Gold

Right to Work: New Research Confirms Labor Reform’s Value In Economic Development

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 4, 2015

RIO GRANDE FOUNDATION News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― A new analysis finds that right-to-work (RTW) states excel at creating quality jobs, and if New Mexico’s policymakers want the state to escape its severe economic woes, repealing compulsory unionism is essential.

“Where the (Good) Jobs Are: A New Look at Right to Work and Employment Growth,” authored by Rio Grande Foundation Research Director Dowd Muska, finds that RTW states far outpace their compulsory-union competitors in creating middle- and high-wage employment.

Governor Proposes Nearly Doubling Funding For Early Reading Initiative

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 4, 2015

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Gov. Susana Martinez proposes a targeted $10 million expansion of the New Mexico Reads to Lead initiative, a statewide program that identifies struggling students in kindergarten through third grade and provides them with the help they need to strengthen their reading skills.

“I’ve always said that every child can learn. And it starts with reading,” Martinez said. “If we want our kids to succeed in the classroom, we need to help them build a strong foundation of reading skills. By expanding New Mexico Reads to Lead, we will be able to identify

Los Alamos Student Attends National Youth Leadership Forum In Washington, D.C.

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 4, 2015

Los Alamos High School senior Tomas Teel and his parents. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Los Alamos High School senior Tomas Teel recently attended the National Youth Leadership Forum in Washington, D.C.

The forum focused on national security, diplomacy, national intelligence processes and national defense.

Teel is one of 250 students nationwide selected to attend the forum Oct. 6-11. The forum included presentations and addresses by leaders in national security and intelligence, including former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel.

New Mexico Magazine Wins International Awards

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 4, 2015

Editor in Chief Dave Herndon

NMM News:

New Mexico Magazine maintained its long winning streak by bringing home prestigious awards from the 35th annual International Regional Magazine Association (IRMA) dinner, Oct. 28 in San Diego, Calif.

Editor in Chief Dave Herndon accepted the awards on behalf of the magazine and its contributors.

“It’s an honor to represent the state in an international competition,” Herndon said. “And it’s gratifying to receive recognition from top publishing experts. I’m proud of our team and contributors.”

IRMA members include 31 state,

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