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Los Alamos Medical Center Scores Another Four Stars For Patient Satisfaction

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 30, 2015

LAMC CEO Feliciano Jiron. left, with his staff celebrating high marks from the Joint Commisssion, which reviewed the hospital last week. Courtesy photo

House Supervisor Jennifer DiMarino, RN is one of the many LAMC nurses commended for providing exceptional bedside care. Courtesy photo

Staff Report

Los Alamos Medical Center has once again earned the top spot as the highest-rated hospital in northern New Mexico. It is the outcomeof a nationwide rating system the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced April 16. The stars are awarded quarterly and LAMC has received Read More

Los Alamos High School’s Jovan Zhang Is Regional Finalist In Siemens Competition

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 30, 2015

LAPS Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus congratulates LAHS student Jovan Zhang for advancing to the next round of the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology. Courtesy photo

LAPS News:

LAPS Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus congratulates Los Alamos High School student Jovan Zhang for being one of the 97 regional finalists invited to advance to the next round of the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology, the nation’s premier research competition for high school students.

The regional finalists will vie for one of the most prestigious science honors awarded Read More

LANL: Novel Targeted Therapy For Stomach Cancer

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 29, 2015

New research at LANL and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute shows a molecular fingerprint in stomach cancer that shows it can be treated with platinum drugs and/or molecular inhibitors known as PARP. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

Therapy has potential to save lives of thousands of cancer patients each year

New research from a multidisciplinary team shows that a molecular fingerprint, termed “signature 3,” is found in stomach cancer, opening the door to potential treatment with therapies such as platinum drugs.

This finding has the potential to save thousand of lives a year by delivering a more Read More

Fall Tax Tips From IRS

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 29, 2015

IRS News:

PHOENIX ― Fall is the time of year that brings cooler weather and the chance to get outside, clean up the lawn or organize the garage or attic.

The Internal Revenue Service wants to remind taxpayers that fall is also a good time to conduct a review of their tax situation. To take into account the latest tax changes, check your withholding status and start organizing your records.

“A careful study of your income and expenses for 2015 may result in a bigger refund or less taxes to be paid come tax time next year,” Bill

Coyote Killing Contest Set For Halloween Weekend

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 29, 2015

APV News:

ESTANCIA ― A statewide coyote killing contest set for Halloween weekend gives the holiday a whole new definition of horror.

Running Oct. 31-30, the 5th Annual Youth Coyote Hunt, organized by an Estancia resident, advertises prizes and payouts to adults and children under 17 based on coyotes killed, including special honors for the most kills and the largest and smallest animals shot.

As typical of most coyote killing contests, the areas where shooters will be participating have not been released to the public. Animal Protection Voters (APV)

Udall To Highlight Importance Of NM’s National Labs

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 29, 2015

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON ― Today, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall attended two hearings important to New Mexico.

This morning, Udall will attended a Commerce Committee hearing to discuss the importance of protecting net neutrality and expanding broadband Internet to improve New Mexicans’ access to online health care services and economic and learning opportunities.

This afternoon, Udall attended a hearing of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development about the future of the national laboratories.

Luján Honors Life & Service Of Maj. Phyllis Pelky

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 28, 2015

U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján speaking today on the House floor – honoring the life and service of Major Phyllis Pelky of Rio Rancho. Screen Shot/LADP

STATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District spoke on the House floor today to honor the life and service of Major Phyllis Pelky of Rio Rancho, who died while serving in Afghanistan. Click here to watch his speech.

Luján’s remarks.

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Air Force Major Phyllis Pelky who died earlier this month in a helicopter crash in Kabul, Afghanistan. As a Major in the Air Read More

Margaret Marino To Head New Mexico Museum Of Natural History & Science

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 28, 2015

Margaret M. Marino

NMMNHS News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― Margaret M. Marino has been appointed to lead the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) in Albuquerque.

The NMMNHS is a division of the NM Department of Cultural Affairs and is one of the most highly visited museums in the state, serving more than 250,000 people annually and offering extensive education programs for children.

Marino will commence her duties as executive director beginning Nov. 23, NM Department of Cultural Affairs Cabinet Secretary Veronica Gonzales announced

Prescribed Burn Planned On The Santa Fe National Forest Jemez Ranger District

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 28, 2015

SFNF News:

SANTA FE ― Fire managers on the Santa Fe National Forest are planning to conduct prescribed burns in the Joaquin Canyon on the Jemez Ranger District.

The Joaquin Canyon prescribed burn area, a total of 142 acres, is located approximately 8 miles west of Jemez Springs.

The plan is to conduct the prescribed burn between Oct. 27 and Nov. 30, but that window is dependent on favorable conditions, including fuel moisture levels, air quality and weather forecasts, and may be extended further into the fall months.

American Federation Of Teachers NM Responds To Obama’s Call To Eliminate ‘Unnecessary Testing’

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 28, 2015

AFT News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― American Federation of Teachers New Mexico President Stephanie Ly released the following statement:

“Students, parents, educators, and communities are rightfully excited to hear President Obama call for the reduction of unnecessary testing in our schools, with a cap of no more than 2 percent of classroom time being spent on testing and test-prep. While it is just a beginning, it certainly gives professional educators hope that a serious reevaluation of priorities is coming to the United States Department of Education.

“Across

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