NM Poetry Out Loud Champion Kaitlyn Lubega, Heads To The National Finals In Washington, DC May 5
NMDCA News:
New Mexico Poetry Out Loud champion Kaitlyn Lubega, duels with the nation’s top poetry talent. Lubega, a 12th grader attending United World College (UWC-USA) in Montezuma, NM, will compete with all 55 state and jurisdictional champions.
The national semifinals from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, Tuesday, May 6, with the top nine students advancing to the finals from 7-9:15 p.m. ET, Wednesday, May 7. Available for livestreaming through a one-time-only webcast at arts.gov.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, this poetry recitation competition for high school students Read More
Fentanyl Awareness Day Emphasizes Saving Lives
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — Awareness, prevention and real-time solutions can make a difference when it comes to New Mexico’s ongoing efforts to reduce fentanyl overdose in the state.
Tuesday, April 29 is National Fentanyl Awareness Day, and the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) wants residents to know the important resources available to help.
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid manufactured both legally for pain management and illegally as a street drug. It is the substance most often involved in fatal overdoses in the state.
New Mexico has worked to provide greater access to treatment Read More
Ranger Walk ‘N Talk Tours At Los Luceros Historic Site
NMDCA News:
Enjoy a walk in the countryside where history comes alive. Join Interpretive Ranger Kara on a guided ranger tour through Los Luceros’ historic district. She will discuss the history of the site, its buildings, and the fantastic characters of its past. Guests will be guided around the site and its buildings, including the Victorian Cottage, the plans for which were purchased from a catalogue by Abel Lucero near the beginning of the 20th century.
Join the guided ranger tour 10:30–11:30 a.m., Sundays, May 4, 11, 18, & 25, and at 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, & Read More
Los Alamos County Parks And Recreation Awarded Finalist Medal In 2025 National Gold Medal Award Program
COUNTY News:
LACEY, Wash. — The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) announces, the Incorporated County of Los Alamos Parks and Recreation has received a Finalist Award in the 2025 National Gold Medal Award Program for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.
Musco LLC sponsors this nationally recognized award program.
Incorporated County of Los Alamos Parks and Recreation is one of four Finalist agencies in Class V, population 30,000 and under. One Finalist agency in Class V will Read More
Rep. Christine Chandler To Hold Local Office Hours For May
Rep. Christine Chandler
COMMUNITY News:
Rep. Christine Chandler who represents Los Alamos and White Rock has announced her local office hours for May 2025 as follows:
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- May 6, 4:30-6 p.m.
- May 17, 9:30-11 a.m.
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Rep. Chandler’s office is at 1247 Central Ave., Room 218 on the second floor. The office can be accessed via stairs in the front of the building or via elevator at the back of the building.
Members of the public are invited to visit with Rep. Chandler regarding state issues of interest to them.
Feel free to drop by or schedule an appointment by email at christine.chandler@nmlegis.gov. Read More
New Mexico Supreme Court Orders New Trial For Two Men In Fatal Shooting In Valencia County
NMSC News:
SANTA FE — The state Supreme Court today vacated the convictions of two men convicted of murder and other offenses in a 2019 fatal shooting in Valencia County and ordered a new trial.
In a unanimous decision, the Court concluded that a district court wrongly excluded an eyewitness from being called to testify at trial, which deprived Jesus Garcia and Alexandro Montelongo-Murillo of their constitutional right to present a defense.
The eyewitness, Lorenzo Montaño, was a neighbor who saw the drive-by shooting and identified a man who was never charged in the crime as one of the assailants. Read More
Her Land: ‘Women In Agriculture’ Exhibit Explores Stories Of New Mexican Women
Danise Coon, research specialist associate, examines some purple peppers and will be featured in the “Her Land: Women In Agriculture” exhibit in the Governor’s Gallery on May 12. Courtesy/Chile Pepper Institute
NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — “Her Land: Women in Agriculture” exhibit is coming May 12 from the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Museum to the Governor’s Gallery in Santa Fe.
“Her Land: Women in Agriculture” is a rotating exhibit at New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Women hold a pivotal yet often overlooked role in New Mexico’s agricultural history. These women Read More
National Work Zone Awareness Week: Ensuring Safety For Workers And Motorists
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is pleased to announce the observance of National Work Zone Awareness Week from April 21-25, 2025. This year’s theme is, “Respect the Zone So We All Get Home,” and is a critical reminder to motorists to be cautious and attentive as they approach and navigate work zones.
As warmer weather approaches, work to maintain and repair our roads will increase. The Public Works Department would like to share some important work zone safety tips so we can all do our part to keep road workers safe and so that everyone can get to their destination safely:
- Slow down! Speeding is one
New Mexico Department Of Veterans’ Services Conference
NMDVS News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) will host a veterans’ conference 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at the Buffalo Thunder Resort Pueblo Ballroom.
The free conference will bring together veterans, family members, service providers, and advocates from across the state and feature breakout sessions for tribal and women veterans.
State Benefits personnel will assist eligible veterans and unmarried widows applying for property tax waivers, exceptions, and park passes. Certified Veteran Service Officers will be on-site to assist with VA benefits Read More
Scenes From First Youth Climate Summit
Los Alamos High School juniors Irina Maiorov and Carlos Martinez construct a hydroponic apparatus for seedlings during the first annual Youth Climate Summit held Friday at Los Alamos High School. The high school Ecology Club sponsored the event, which was attended by high school students from Moreno Valley, Espanola Valley, Taos and Las Vegas, N.M. Ian Corey, who is co-president of the Ecology Club along with Samuel Carmer, explained the purpose behind the summit was to share ideas about climate change, sustainable initiatives and activities. Besides the hydroponic activity, students Read More
