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Chamber Of Commerce Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Bilingual Montessori School In Los Alamos

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Participating in the ribbon cutting ceremony Dec. 10 from left, White Rock BMS Director Dora Gonzalez, Chamber Director Sandy Jones, Los Alamos BMS Director Rebekah Seitz, Los Alamos BMS Assistant Director Anna Kaiser and Chamber Member Services Manager Megan Bucklin. Courtesy/Chamber

View inside the newly opened Bilingual Montessori School at 3500 Trinity Drive. Courtesy/Chamber

View inside the newly opened Bilingual Montessori School at 3500 Trinity Drive. Courtesy/Chamber

CHAMBER News:

The Los Alamos Chamber Of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony Dec. 10 for the Bilingual Read More

Los Alamos Contractors Meeting Moved To January 2025

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County has rescheduled the Contractors Meeting originally set in November for 1-3 p.m. Jan. 17, 2025, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.

This meeting is open to contractors, architects, engineers and other professionals involved in building and construction.

The meeting, titled “Code Compliances Mastery: Tips & Tools for Contractors” will cover key topics such as a review of Los Alamos County’s codes, tips on how to pass inspections, when design professional stamps are required, in addition to insulation tips to meet code requirements. Read More

Ruby K’s Bagel Café Is Under New Ownership

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Former Ruby K’s Bagel Café Co-owners Ruby and Mike Alexander sold the popular eatery Nov. 25, 2024 to French Alicea. Post file photo

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

After nearly two decades in operation, Ruby K’s Bagel Café Owner, Ruby Alexander, has officially sold her beloved Los Alamos eatery. The new owner is French Alicea who purchased Ruby K’s on Nov. 25, 2024. He also owns Alicea’s Bagels in Rio Rancho.

“Right after the first of the year I made the announcement that I was going to sell the business and retire,” Ruby said during an interview Wednesday at the Los Read More

Co-op Market Owners Save 10% All Day Thursday

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Los Alamos Cooperative Market is offering 10 percent off purchases Thursday to owners. Items include Piedmontese prime rib roasts and boneless ribeye steak roasts, Beeler’s Whole Bone-In and Boneless Hams, Niman Ranch Bone-In Half Spiral Sliced Ham and much more. Holiday Sides including Cranberry Sauce, Sweet Potato Casserole, Potatoes Au Gratin, Honey Butter Glazed Carrots, Baked Mac and Cheese and Maple Roasted Squash. Holiday Hours: Dec. 24 open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Dec. 25 closed. Courtesy/LACM Read More

County Seeks Public Input To Help Shape East Downtown Los Alamos Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County is seeking community feedback through open comment available until Dec. 31, 2024, to help shape the East Downtown Los Alamos Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) Plan.

Residents can also watch the recording of the public forum held Dec. 16, 2024, in Council Chambers to learn more about the plan and the project’s next steps at lacnm.com/WatchMRAForumRecording.

The MRA Plan aims to address issues such as vacant properties, low commercial activity and deteriorating infrastructure. It will identify community-supported projects, programs and policies to Read More

Something For Everyone This Week AT SALA Event Center

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SALA News:

SALA Event Center is kicking off the week with an exciting lineup of events for the Los Alamos community. From empowering business workshops to thrilling movie premieres and a beloved holiday classic, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Business Owners: Get Ready to Thrive

RDC BUSINESS TUNE-UP: LOS ALAMOS 2024

Tuesday, Dec. 17 | 11 a.m.

The Regional Development Corporation invites local businesses to an impactful workshop focused on growth and success in the coming year. Topics include:

  • Access to Capital
  • Retaining Employees
  • Inspiring Success Stories
  • Resources for Your
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Los Alamos High School Graduate Evelyn Lee Inaugurated As American Institute Of Architects 2025 President

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LAHS graduate Evelyn Lee was inaugurated as the 101st American Institute of Architects (AIA) president at a ceremony Dec. 13, 2024 in Washington, D.C. AIA is comprised of some 100,000 members. Courtesy/Stacy Moses Photography 

American Institute of Architects News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has announced the inauguration of Evelyn M. Lee, FAIA, as its 101st president.

Lee, a 1997 graduate of Los Alamos High School, is a multi-faceted professional who uniquely blends her architectural background with a technology-driven focus. As an architect now Read More

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Urges Senate Leadership To Help Lower Rx Costs And Save Rural Pharmacies

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) is urging Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) to rein in damaging pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices that hurt patients and pharmacies.

PBMs are intermediaries that negotiate and manage prescription drug benefits on behalf of health insurance companies, self-insured employers, and government programs.

Currently, three PBMs control nearly 80 percent of the prescription drug market and operate with little oversight by federal regulators Read More