National Park Service Announces Return Of Independence Day Fireworks To Mount Rushmore National Memorial
NPS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Park Service today announced fireworks will again illuminate the sky above Mount Rushmore National Memorial July 3, 2026, to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. Public tickets for the event will be available through a lottery on Recreation.gov from April 8 – 12.
After a five-year absence, the return of fireworks to this iconic national memorial reflects President Donald J. Trump’s vision of a “grand celebration worthy of the momentous occasion of the 250th anniversary of American Independence.”
“In partnership with the State of South Dakota, Read More
Hilltoppers Softball Dominate Chargers In Home Matchup
Reyana Naranjo gets ready at bat in the 1st inning. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Starting pitcher Adia Fortin sends in a strike in the top of the 2nd. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers girls varsity softball team hosted the Academy Chargers Saturday at Overlook Park in White Rock.
The Chargers jumped out to an early three-run lead in the top of the first inning, but the Toppers quickly responded in a big way.
In a dominant bottom half of the inning, the Hilltoppers exploded offensively, crossing home plate 19 times to take control Read More
New Mexico Health Care Authority: Parents Behind On Child Support Risk Losing Hunting And Fishing Licenses
HCA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico parents who are behind on child support payments may be denied hunting or fishing licenses under the state’s Parental Responsibility Act.
“Enjoying the outdoors through hunting and fishing is a New Mexico tradition that parents often share with their kids,” said Betina Gonzales McCracken, director of the Health Care Authority’s Child Support Services Division. “We want to help parents meet their child support commitment and get a recreational license.”
Each month, the child support program provides a certified list of parents who are behind on child support Read More
Pancho Villa State Park Hosting Annual Camp Furlong Day March 14
NMSP News:
COLUMBUS — Pancho Villa State Park will host Camp Furlong Day from 10 a.m.–3 p.m., March 14, commemorating the history surrounding Pancho Villa’s 1916 raid on the Village of Columbus.
As part of the Cabalgata Fiesta de Amistad, presented by the Village of Columbus and held annually near the anniversary of the March 9, 1916, raid, Camp Furlong Day offers visitors an opportunity to explore the site where U.S. and Mexican history collided, shaping military strategy, border relations and life in southern New Mexico for generations.
“Events like Camp Furlong Day allow us to remember Read More
Heinrich Spotlights Economic Growth At Central New Mexico Manufacturing & Innovation Expo
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) speaks at the Central New Mexico Manufacturing & Innovation Expo, March 6, 2026. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
LOS LUNAS — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) spoke at the Central New Mexico Manufacturing and Innovation Expo, highlighting how his work to pass the Infrastructure Law, CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act, helped create the foundation for exponential economic growth in the region.
“Today is kind of a full circle moment for me, because six years ago, Congress hadn’t fully touched industrial policy in probably 50 years, Read More
Governor Appoints Interim Chief, Deputy Chief Of NMSP
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced last week the appointment of Matt Broom as interim chief of the New Mexico State Police, following the retirement of Chief Troy Weisler.
The governor also announced the promotion of Bryan Waller to interim deputy chief.
“New Mexico State Police is the backbone of public safety across this state—in our cities, our rural communities, and everywhere in between,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “Matt Broom brings 24 years of experience and tested leadership to this role, and Bryan Waller is a decorated officer who has Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Signs Medical Malpractice Reform, Other Healthcare Bills Into Law
STATE News:
LOS LUNAS — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed several bills March 6. that will transform New Mexico’s healthcare system by reforming medical malpractice law, health care affordability, patient billing transparency and hospital funding and more.
The bills—HB 99, HB 4, HB 306 and SB 101, among others—represent a historic milestone in the governor’s years-long push to alleviate physician shortages, make healthcare more affordable and improve the long-term financial security of hospitals across New Mexico. The governor signed the legislation at the soon-to-open Read More
This Week In Sports: March 9-14, 2026
SPORTS News:
This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers have baseball and softball games away and Track and Field in Albuquerque.
The Topper sports games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team, which includes John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.
This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:
March 9 Monday
- Baseball vs Capital Away – 3 p.m.
March 10 Tuesday
- Softball vs East Mountain Away – 4 p.m.
March 13 Friday
- Girls/Boys Track and Field vs Cleveland Invite – 3 p.m.
March 14 Saturday
- Baseball vs Grants Away 11 – a.m.
- Baseball vs Grants Away – 1 p.m.
Fr. Glenn: Longing For Peace
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Well, the war with Iran today (3/8/26) at least seems to be about over. That regime doesn’t have much else left to fight with, and unless something unforeseen occurs, it’ll likely be done soon. And then the uncertain aftermath of such things.
“Why don’t they surrender?!!”, we ask, and hawks might add: “A people should know when they’re conquered.” But as Maximus replied to that statement in the movie “Gladiator” when the legions were facing a proud yet overmatched foe: “Would you? Would I?” Yet it’s tragic that soldiers continue to be sent to die in futility with no realistic hope Read More
It’s Daylight Saving Time: Spring Forward
Staff Report:
Today is Daylight Saving Time, when clocks are turned forward 1 hour.
Sunrise and sunset are about 1 hour later today than on Saturday. There is more light in the evening and less light in the morning.
Source: timeanddate.com. Read More
