Education

Ringside Seat: Peanuts And Politics; Plus, Do We Need A Lieutenant Governor?

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By MILAN SIMONICH
The Santa Fe New Mexican

There really was a peanut gallery on opening day of the New Mexico Legislature. It was the place to be.

While too many lawmakers made ho-hum announcements and introduced an elephantine list of guests, students from Eastern New Mexico University staffed a booth with complimentary packages of Hampton Farms peanuts. They are a staple of the Portales area’s economy and the best-known peanuts in politics since Jimmy Carter ran for president.

Forty feet from the booth, Eastern’s excellent Greyhound Sound Marching Band took over the Capitol Rotunda. Read More

Zuni Youth Enrichment Project Deepens Food Sovereignty Programming With Families, Community Partners

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This year, ZYEP will mentor a small cohort of families through the growing season in an intensive apprentice-style program, setting up infrastructure and sharing traditional protocols and practices. Courtesy/ZYEP

ZYEP News:

ZUNI — As 2026 begins, the Zuni Youth Enrichment Project is preparing to expand and deepen its food sovereignty programming in the Pueblo of Zuni. Building on years of culturally grounded, community-rooted work, the ZYEP team is evolving how it collaborates with families and local partners, refining popular community workshops, and expanding youth programming. Read More

Laurent Outlines Priorities In State Of The County Address

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Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presents her annual State of the County report during the Chamber Business Breakfast Jan. 15 at SALA Event Center. Photo by Marlene Wilden/ladailypost.com

By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presented her annual State of the County address Thursday during the monthly Chamber of Commerce breakfast, reviewing the past year and outlining priorities for 2026 while portraying a busy but financially cautious government.

She told business leaders the County is balancing multiple priorities, Read More

LAMC Kicks Off New Free Community Seminar Series With: ‘Active Lifestyles And ACLs’ Feb. 12 At SALA Event Center

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LAMC News:

Community members are invited to attend the first entry in a new free health seminar series hosted by Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) at SALA Event Center.

The first talk, presented by Tania Pence, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, is titled “Active Lifestyles And ACLs” at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12. 

Attendees will be able to enjoy refreshments, prizes, socialize, meet a subject matter expert and learn about their health. They can do so all while enjoying SALA, a vibrant community event center at 2551 Central Ave.

Individuals interested in attending are asked Read More

Los Alamos Chapter Of Santa Fe Opera Guild To Host Annual Props And Costumes Event At Fuller Lodge Saturday Feb. 7

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Director of the Costume Department Blair Gulledge, left, and Director of the Props Department Eileen Garcia at a previous event at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

The Los Alamos Chapter of the Santa Fe Opera Guild will hold its Annual Props and Costumes Event with speakers from the Santa Fe Opera at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at Fuller Lodge.

Director of the Costume Department Blair Gulledge and Director of the Props Department Eileen Garcia will discuss the challenges of creating memorable props and costumes for the Santa Fe Opera’s 2026 season.

They will bring samples to share and Read More

Free Online Classes Available From County Library System

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos Public Library System now offers access to more than 150 live and on-demand GetSetUp classes through its website, losalamoslibrary.org.

No library card is required to access these free classes.

The New Mexico State Library is excited to provide this new learning platform, GetSetUp, thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The State Library has partnered with public libraries statewide to make this valuable resource available to all New Mexico residents.

GetSetUp’s digital literacy courses include basic overviews for using Microsoft, Apple, Read More

Los Alamos Students Take Action To Break Stigma Around Mental Health … Navigating Challenges Together For A Stronger Future

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Kiwanian Tim Glasco with LAHS Key Club members selling cotton candy at last year’s Los Alamos Summer Concert Series to raise funds to support youth mental health projects. Courtesy photo

By SEAN LO
Key Club Secretary
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos

Students at Los Alamos High School are taking meaningful action to address mental health challenges among their peers and promote open, stigma-free conversations.

Fundraising activities undertaken by Key Club members involved selling cotton candy at the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series, showing their commitment to supporting youth mental health Read More

Junior Girl Scouts & Brownies Blast Off With Two Space‐themed STEM Adventures Provided By PEEC At Planetarium

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PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is welcoming Girl Scouts to two upcoming space‐themed STEM adventures designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help scouts earn their official Space Science badges.

These immersive programs combine exploration, creative activities, and the awe of the planetarium to bring the universe to life for young learners.

Junior Girl Scouts:

  • Space Science Investigator Adventure!
  • 1-2:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 25
  • Admission: $10 per scout

Junior Girl Scouts (grades 4-5) are invited to embark on an exciting journey through the Read More

Social Services In-Person Office Hours Jan. 21 In White Rock

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Social Services Division is offering convenient evening hours at the White Rock Branch Library to better assist people who may not be able to meet during regular business hours.

Community members who need assistance with housing services, utility payments, food instability, or connections to other resources in the county are encouraged to stop by for a one-on-one meeting to learn how Social Services may be able to help.

No appointment is necessary.

The Social Services staff will be available monthly at the White Rock Public Library in a study room on the third Read More

2026 Higher Education Day At The Roundhouse Jan. 20

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) welcomes students, families, and members of the public to attend Higher Education Day at the State Capitol from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

The event will recognize New Mexico GEAR UP students, as well as recipients of programs like the Opportunity Scholarship and loan-repayment-programs. Eastern New Mexico University Band will be in attendance for the day of events, including more than 24 New Mexico colleges, universities and other education partners will share information with visitors on degree and certificate Read More