Business

Backcountry Film Festival Returns To Los Alamos Jan. 30

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PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and SALA Event Center have announced that they are bringing the Backcountry Film Festival to New Mexico for its exclusive screening at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30 at SALA.

Presented by the Winter Wildlands Alliance, this event celebrates the spirit of human-powered winter exploration and environmental stewardship.

Guests will enjoy an evening of captivating backcountry-themed films, have the opportunity to purchase beer and wine, and participate in a raffle featuring fantastic prizes from local businesses.

Doors will open Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: Jan. 17-23, 2025

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PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for Jan. 17-23, 2025:

Friday, Jan. 17, 2025

  • 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 1-07–25
  • 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
  • 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 6 p.m.— Living Treasures Ceremony
  • 7:30 p.m. — Basslines
  • 8 p.m. — Hot Topics
  • 12 a.m. — Free Speech TV
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LAFD Extinguishes Fire At Los Alamos Cantina/Pyramid Cafe

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Scene outside the Los Alamos Cantina following a fire this morning at 157 Central Park Square. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene outside the Pyramid Cafe at 155 Central Park Square following a fire this morning in the kitchen it shares with Los Alamos Cantina at 157 Central Park Square. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene outside the Los Alamos Cantina following a fire this morning at 157 Central Park Square. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

A fire broke out this morning in a kitchen shared by Los Alamos Cantina Read More

Houck: Do You Really Need A Real Estate Broker?

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By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty LLC

Your life is busy – especially if you are preparing for a move. You may be able to handle everything but it will take your time.

Are you willing to take time from your move, your work, and your home life to do the following;

  • 1) Hire or take high quality photos,
  • 2) Hire someone to take quality 3D walk-through photos,
  • 3) Learn to post on your chosen marketing venues,
  • 4) Have signs and flyers produced and maintain your website marketing,
  • 5) While you may know your home better than anyone, do you have the skills to write an enticing narrative that positively
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NM Economic Development Dept. Announces Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program Now Accepting Applications

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EDD News:

SANTA FE — Applications are now being accepted for the Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program from the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD).

The New Mexico Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program is a competitive state-funded grant that awards non-dilutive funds to New Mexico small businesses for advanced energy innovation and commercialization research and development. The grant funding will assist early-stage companies developing a unique product with strong growth potential. Selected businesses will be awarded between $250,000 and $1,000,000.

Applications are Read More

New Mexico Workforce Connection Announces Rebranding Of America’s Job Center New Mexico

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NMDWS Secretary Sarita Nair cuts a ribbon in front of the America’s Job Center in Hobbs. Courtesy/NMDWS

NMDWS News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions alongside State and Local Workforce Development Boards announces the official rebranding of New Mexico Workforce Connection to America’s Job Center New Mexico. This name change reflects a nationwide alignment with the American Job’s Center network, ensuring consistency and recognition for workforce services provided throughout the state.

NMDWS Cabinet Secretary Sarita Nair officially launched the rebrand Read More

Los Alamos Fire Dept. Helps Homeowners Mitigate Risk

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LAFD Wildland Fire Chief Kelly Sterna speaks with homeowners Ruth and Jim Doyle as he prepares to conduct a free wildland fire home assessment on the exterior of their residence last fall on North Mesa. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

LAFD Wildland Fire Chief Kelly Sterna displays valuation criteria used during wildland fire home assessments. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

As insurance companies across New Mexico are raising premiums, canceling or declining to renew coverage for homes in wildfire-prone

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Open Letter To Community: Input For Successful East Downtown MRA Plan

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From LALBC:

Dear Community,

The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (LALBC) is comprised of 61 community members and local business owners committed to fostering a thriving business environment in Los Alamos and White Rock. Our mission is to advocate for policies, accountability, and structures that support local businesses. We appreciated the opportunity to provide feedback on the Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) initiative for East Downtown Los Alamos and we want to share the input we provided with the community at large.

The LALBC supports the MRA initiative. This initiative Read More