Business

Los Alamos County To Launch New Procurement Portal

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COUNTY News:

          • Vendors and suppliers are encouraged to register

To expand its vendor outreach and encourage greater competition for public contracts, the Los Alamos County Procurement Division announces the launch of its new Procurement Portal on Bonfire.

Bonfire is a centralized, user-friendly platform where businesses can register as vendors or suppliers and receive real-time notifications for Invitations for Bid (IFBs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and other types of procurement opportunities that align with their services.

The new portal is designed to enhance transparency, Read More

Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op To Wrap Up 10th Anniversary Celebration With A Big Bang Bash This Saturday!

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Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op News:

Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op wraps up its month-long 10th anniversary celebration with a Big Bang Bash this Saturday, May 24.

The Tub opened its doors after several years of planning and fundraising April 22, 2015, and the first Tub beers were released May 24, 2015.

New Mexi Lager, Little Bird Blonde and Hoppenheimer will be on tap, along with several other brews, and Manko’s Food Truck will be on site.

Shaky Grove will kick off an afternoon of music performances at 1 p.m., followed at 4 p.m. by Roadside Attraction and 7 p.m. with Escape on a Horse.

The Tub also has Black Read More

‘Dine Out For Hope’ Thursday May 22 At Pig & Fig, Beef & Leaf, Sugar & Cream In Partnership With Esperanza Shelter

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COMMUNITY News:

Local eateries, Pig & Fig, Beef & Leaf, and Sugar & Cream are participating in this year’s “Dine Out For Hope” event in partnership with Esperanza Shelter.

On Thursday, May 22, when customers dine at Pig & Fig in White Rock or Beef & Leaf or Sugar & Cream in Los Alamos, 10 percent of the proceeds will go directly to support Esperanza Shelter, which provides safety, shelter and healing for survivors of domestic violence.

“Your meal brings hope. Your support saves lives.” Visit Esperanzashelter.org to learn more.

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Zia Credit Union’s 70th Annual Meeting May 21 At SALA

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By MANDY SEE
Zia Credit Union

Zia Credit Union members are invited to Zia’s 70th Annual Meeting! You won’t want to miss this one. 

We’re celebrating a major milestone—70 years of service to our incredible members and community. Join us for an evening of connection, reflection, and celebration!

Details:

  • SALA Los Alamos Event Center
  • Wednesday, May 21
  • Doors open at 5 p.m. for sign-in and refreshments
  • Meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.
  • RSVP now to let us know you’re coming: https://loom.ly/QDmQO_0

Can’t make it in person? No problem! A virtual option is available—check your email for login details.

Let’s Read More

New Mexico Environment Department Proposes Clean Fuels Program To Protect Air And Boost Economy

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NMED News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has proposed a Clean Transportation Fuel Program to the state’s Environmental Improvement Board (EIB).

If approved, New Mexico would become the fourth state in the nation with a clean transportation fuel standard, following Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s signing of House Bill 41 in March 2024.

This innovative market-based program would allow producers, importers, and dispensers of low-carbon fuels to generate and sell credits to those producing high-carbon fuels.

“Under Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s leadership, New Read More

State Accelerates Global Partnerships With NMexus Launch

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EDD News:

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) Secretary Rob Black hosted local and international business leaders for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the NMexus Center, a new business accelerator established to boost foreign direct investment in the state.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham first announced NMexus (MEK-sus) last week at the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Maryland. Located in Albuquerque’s Mesa del Sol innovation district, the accelerator is a first-of-its-kind commercialization center for companies from India, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, Read More

Scenes From UNM-Los Alamos 44th Annual Graduation Convocation May 16 At Duane Smith Auditorium

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UNM-Los Alamos Chancellor Dr. Mike Holtzclaw welcomes dignitaries, faculty, graduates, and their families and friends to the 44th annual Graduation Convocation Friday evening, May 16, 2025, at Duane Smith Auditorium. Sixty-eight students will have earned certificates and degrees this year, with more than 20 attending Friday’s ceremony. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Special guest Frances Chadwick, staff director at Los Alamos National Laboratory, presents an inspirational talk to the graduates. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Daily Post Publisher Carol Read More

New Mexico House Premieres During SXSW 2025, Bringing Los Alamos To Austin

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Los Alamos-based UbiQD CEO Hunter McDaniel, center, chats with participants and attendees during SXSW 2025 in March in downtown Austin, at the launch of New Mexico House, a day-long showcase celebrating the state’s innovation, culture, and economic opportunities. Courtesy/NMEDD

NMEDD News:

  • With support from UbiQD, LANL, RDC, and other local orgs, the inaugural event connects New Mexico’s film, art, and tech talent with a global audience during the city’s premier tech and culture convergence.

New Mexico made a spirited debut on the global stage Read More

Jemez Mountain Brewhouse 3rd Anniversary Party May 22-26

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Jemez Mountain Brewhouse at 17691 N.M. 4 in Jemez Springs. Courtesy/JMB

JMB News:

The community is invited to join Jemez Mountain Brewhouse (JMB) in celebrating its third-year anniversary in business with music and entertainment, Thursday, May 22 through Monday, May 26.

Each day features many local and regional musicians and entertainers.

“There is much to be thankful for at JMB, starting with our hardworking staff. They have been making delicious food and delivering excellent service. We also know we wouldn’t be here without our loyal local customers. Thanks to the Jemez Springs Village Read More

LANL: Venado’s Yearlong Voyage Powers Vital AI Science

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The Venado supercomputer at Los Alamos has achieved an impressive series of successes during its first year in operation. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

  • Part three: The supercomputer can help predict materials failure

In the year following its April 2024 ribbon-cutting, Venado — Los Alamos National Laboratory’s (LANL) newest, AI capable supercomputer — racked up an impressive collection of success stories. This four-part series reviews some of the supercomputer’s successful applications to high-priority, data-intensive science.

Now, Venado’s powerful processing and artificial intelligence Read More