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Scientists to Surveil Santa’s Sleigh Christmas Eve

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Santa Claus takes off on his annual global trek to spread joy to children everywhere. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

  • Efforts will help ensure Magical Elf’s safe passage across the globe

Los Alamos trackers will use state-of-the-art technology to mark the course taken this year by Santa Claus and his eight tiny reindeer during the Jolly Elf’s annual mission to spread joy to all the children of the world.

Visit https:////santa.lanl.gov beginning at 6 a.m. Dec. 24 to see St. Nick’s whirlwind journey.

Dec. 21 marked the Winter Solstice in the Northern hemisphere and also the eve of the completion of the Read More

Ruby K’s Offers Special Holiday Treats

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RUBY K’s News:

Ruby K’s has pumpkin and pecan pies, challah, fresh rolls and food platters available for holiday parties.  

To order catering items call 662-9866 or stop by the restaurant. 

Orders for Christmas Day food must be placed before closing at 3 p.m. today, Saturday, Dec. 22. Orders must be picked up before 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 24.

Ruby K’s will be open until 1 p.m. Christmas Eve and closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. For information, visit https:////rubykbagel.com/.

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LANB Treats Local Seniors to Holiday Feast

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Los Alamos National Bank treated local seniors to its annual ‘Holiday Lunch’ Friday at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. LANB employees served the meals during two seatings. Senior Center staff prepared the lunch, which featured tender roast beef  and all the trimmings. LANB’s Karen Easton presented gifts and prizes to the seniors gathered for the event. She announced that LANB is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Local band Peace Meal provided holiday entertainment for the large crowd. Photo by Don Kendall Read More

Kate O’Donnell Transforms Home, Life Through Art

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‘Dancing Poppies’ painting by Kate O’Donnell.

‘Sitting Still’ painting by Kate O’Donnell.

By Mandy Marksteiner

Kate O’Donnell, producer of the Reel Deal Theater preshow, has lived in a beautiful home on Bathtub Row for seven years. She and her husband Jim O’Donnell have restored that home to regain its historic integrity and be an inspiring place to live.

Their guiding principle for the remodel has been “Everything needs to touch you in some way.”

Before World War II, the house was the arts and craft building for the Boy’s ranch. Since then, famous people Read More

Winter Solstice at Bandelier National Monument

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The eastern sky driving into Bandelier National Monument at about 7 a.m. Friday for the winter solstice. Photo by TK Thompson/ladailypost.com

People mill about the Tyuonyi Peublo ruins after the sun showed itself. Photo by TK Thompson/ladailypost.com
 

Staff Report

About 25 people braved the balmy 12 degree weather at 7:15 a.m. Friday, Dec. 21 to view the sunrise over the Tyuonyi Pueblo Ruins at Bandelier National Monument for the winter solstice.

Depending on the Gregorian calendar, the winter solstice occurs annually on a day between Dec. 20 and Dec. 23.
 
On this date, all places
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Rotary Student of the Month: Jessie Zhao

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ROTARY News:

Jessie Zhao, a senior at Los Alamos High School (LAHS), was recently honored as Rotary Student of the Month for December.

Zhao is the daughter of Shaoping Chu and Xinxin Zhao and sister of William and Steven Zhao.

The Rotary Club of Los Alamos selects one student each month of the school year to honor as a Student of the Month. 

In addition to high school seniors, high school juniors are now eligible for the recognition. Students are nominated by their teachers and chosen on the basis of their academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, and, in particular, their service Read More

Pet of the Week: Shyloh the Black Shepherd Mix

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FOS News:

Shyloh is a 2-year-old black shepherd mix and a wonderful pet. He is friendly with adults, loves kids, cats and dogs.

The reason he came to the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter is that his family moved away without him.

Like many dogs, Shyloh will need some time and company to feel wanted in a new home. A tall, secure fence is recommended if he must be left alone in a yard.

He is amazing at finding creative ways to get to K9 companions and human friends. We have some great ideas about securing your fence. Just ask!

Shyloh is house broken and leash trained and a joy to take on walks.

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Letter to the Editor: UWNNM Youth Team Says THANKS!

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By the United Way of Northern New Mexico Youth Team

As the United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) Youth Team’s fundraising season comes to an end, we would like to offer the community our most sincere thank you for their support. 

We could not have such a successful giving campaign without the generosity of individuals and local businesses.  

The third annual Taste the Sky event was a great success. Held at the Los Alamos County Airport, the Youth Team offered two options for diners, “economy class” and “first class.”

While there wasn’t a bad seat in the house, those seated in Read More

Quaking Aspen Fine Art Holiday Artist Reception Friday and Saturday

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Moon Over Mesas. Photo by Leslie Bucklin
 
Fall View From Los Alamos. Photo by Leslie Bucklin
 
Staff Report
 
The community is invited to attend the Quaking Aspen Fine Art Holiday Artist Reception Friday, Dec. 21 and Saturday, Dec. 22 at the Dixie Girl Gallery & Restaurant in downtwn Los Alamos.
 
Chat with photographer Leslie Bucklin and browse her greeting cards, matted prints and gallery images. Goodies will be served!
 
Bucklin grew up in Los Alamos and after a few years in Colorado and California, she has returned to Los Alamos to raise her family in the
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