Take Part in ‘Give Grande New Mexico’ to Support Local Nonprofits May 6
COMMUNITY News:
The Community Foundation Coalition of New Mexico is organizing Give Grande NM, a day of giving dedicated to supporting local causes. Give Grande NM is one of many giving days happening on May 6 as part of the national Give Local America event.
- Los Alamos Community Winds
- Los Alamos Family Council
- Los Alamos Historical Society
- Pajarito Envirmonmental Education Center
- Self Help, Inc.
April Bank Robbers Wanted by FBI in New Mexico
FBI News:
The FBI and local law enforcement are looking for those responsible for committing seven bank robberies in April 2013 and April 2014 in New Mexico.
Although these robberies were previously publicized, the FBI is asking the public to take another look at the photos and information for the following bank robberies and immediately contact the FBI at 505.889.1300 if they know the whereabouts or other information about any of the suspects.
April 29, 2014
Where: Bank of Albuquerque, 4201 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque
Suspect Description: Hispanic male, approximately 5’7” tall, in his Read More
WIPP Update: Underground Ventilation System Worked as Designed
The WIPP Underground Ventilation System ensures proper air flow is provided during mining and waste handling activities. It also is designed to automatically switch to Filtration Mode if radioactive contamination is detected in the underground. Courtesy/WIPP
WIPP News:
Since February, there has been considerable coverage about the WIPP Underground Ventilation System. On Feb. 14, the ventilation system worked as designed, protecting human health and the environment.
In normal exhaust mode, the ventilation system provides a continuous flow of fresh air to the underground tunnels Read More
WIPP Clarifies Reports on Magnesium Oxide Usage
WIPP personnel place ‘super sacks’ of magnesium oxide on the top of waste columns during underground waste disposal operations. Courtesy/WIPP
WIPP News:
Due to some confusion in recent news reports, here is a more detailed explanation of the use of magnesium oxide (MgO) at WIPP. The magnesium oxide, a dry chemical, is not used to weigh down waste containers in the WIPP underground as one news outlet reported. The material is used as an engineered barrier to prevent radioactive material from releasing into the environment over a 10,000-year period, as required by the U.S. Environmental Read More
NMPW Announces 2014 Zia Book Winners
NMPW News:
New Mexico Press Women’s 2014 Zia Book Awards honored four writers at the organization’s annual meeting April 26 in Las Cruces. Their books rose to the top of the pool of 14 submissions entered this year for children’s books by female New Mexico authors.
The 2014 Zia Award judges selected one winner and one honorable mention in each of two categories: Picture Books and Youth Books.
Winning Books and their Authors:
Kitten Caboodle by Paige Grant (illustrated by Lisa Williams; Azro Press)
After retiring as a hydrologist, Paige Grant, along with her husband, became an active volunteer Read More
Lt. Gov. Speaks at LAFRW 60th Anniversary
New Mexico Lt. Gov. John Sanchez speaks to the crowd gathered at Fuller Lodge Thursday to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women. Check back at ladailypost.com later for more photos and details from the event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
New Mexico Lt. Gov. John Sanchez is the featured speaker at Thursday’s 60th anniversary celebration of the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women. Check back at ladailypost.com later for more photos and details from the event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Attendees listen to Lt. Gov. John Read More
Unitarian Forum: Sen. Bill O’Neill Discusses Behavioral Health Audit Sunday, May 4
Sen. Bill O’Neill
UNITARIAN News:
This week’s Unitarian Forum is a talk by Sen. Bill O’Neill, Dist. 13 (Albuquerque North Valley), at 9 a.m. Sunday, May 4 at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos, 1738 N Sage Loop. The public is invited to attend.
O’Neill is a member of the Behavioral Health Subcommittee of the New Mexico Legislative Health and Human Services Committee. He will talk about issues concerning the recent behavioral health audit in New Mexico.
This week’s talk is part of the continuing Forum Series at the Unitarian Church.
DPNM Files Public Records Request for Martinez DA Files
STATE News:
Pursuant to the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Sam Bregman submitted a request April 30 for email and written correspondence between then-District Attorney and Gubernatorial candidate Susana Martinez, her campaign staff and the Third Judicial District Attorney’s office in 2009 and/or 2010.
The request follows recent reporting that Martinez’s 2010 campaign utilized the DA’s office for overtly political purposes. According to the Mother Jones report:
“A former [Martinez] staffer recalls the campaign Read More
Los Alamos Residents Celebrate National Prayer Day
Members of the Los Alamos community bow their heads during National Prayer Day event at noon today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Local clergy and faith based organization representatives take turns leading prayers for federal and state government, local government, military, business, education, family, youth and church during the hour-long event. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Community members gather near the stage at Ashley Pond Park to pray during today’s National Prayer Day event. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Staff Report Read More
Report: NM Has Made Third Largest Higher Ed Spending Cuts Since Recession
NMVC News:
ALBUQUERQUE— New Mexico has cut higher education expenditures by $4,588 per student since 2008, when adjusted for inflation. Only two states—Louisiana and Hawaii—made deeper cuts. And New Mexico is one of the 48 states still spending less per student on higher education than before the recession.
These are among the findings of a report released today by the Washington, D.C.-based Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP). The report’s authors believe such cuts could jeopardize the nation’s economic future, as fewer adults will have the opportunity to earn college degrees. Read More
