Employment

Lillian Montoya Appointed Senior Vice President For New Mexico Region Of CHRISTUS Health

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CHRISTUS Health News: 

  • Continues As President And CEO Of CHRISTUS St. Vincent 

SANTA FE – CHRISTUS Health announced today the appointment of Lillian Montoya as senior vice president for the New Mexico region, a newly created role that underscores the health system’s deep commitment to delivering exceptional, locally led care across the state.

Montoya will also continue in her current position as president and CEO of CHRISTUS St. Vincent Health System.

A native New Mexican, Montoya has been a part of the CHRISTUS Health ministry for more than 11 years, serving in progressive leadership roles Read More

Altherr: Thank You All For All You Do And All You Have Done!

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The coloration of the Gila trout has been likened to a New Mexico sunset. Courtesy/Michael Altherr

By MICHAEL ALTHERR
Los Alamos

On this Earth Day, I want to pay tribute to the Federal employees and all those who insured the successes of the environmental movement of the 1960’s and 1970’s. In spite of the Vietnam War, and the sins of the Nixon administration, that period of time gave rise to The Clean Air Act (63’); The Wilderness Act (64’); The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (68’); The Endangered Species Act (74’); The Clean Water Act (77’) and others. It seems nostalgic to remember a time when  politicians Read More

New Mexico Unemployment Rate In March 2025: 4.3 Percent

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NMDWS News:

New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.3 percent in March, down from 4.4 percent in February and up from 3.9 percent in the previous year.

The national unemployment rate in March was 4.2 percent, up from 4.1 percent in February and up from 3.9 percent in March 2024.

Total nonagricultural payroll employment grew by 15,500 jobs, or 1.7 percent, between March 2024 and March 2025. The majority of gains came from the private sector. The private sector was up 13,700 jobs, or 2.0 percent, while the public sector was up 1,800 jobs, or 0.9 percent. Within the private sector, Read More

Century Bank Promotes Karen Easton To Senior Vice President, Director Of Retail Banking

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Karen Easton

CENTURY BANK News:

Century Bank has announced the promotion of Karen Easton To Senior Vice President, Director of Retail Banking. In this pivotal role, Easton will oversee the strategy, operations, and growth of the bank’s retail banking division, ensuring exceptional service and innovative solutions for the bank’s customers.

Easton has been a resident of Los Alamos since 2003. For 11 years, she was the Branch Manager of Los Alamos National Bank. After joining Century Bank in 2019 as Vice President Branch Manager, Easton opened the bank’s newest branch in Los Alamos.

Easton Read More

Jacqueline R. Medina Selected Chief Judge Of New Mexico Court Of Appeals

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Chief Judge Jacqueline R. Medina

State Court of Appeals News:

SANTA FE – Judge Jacqueline R. Medina is the new Chief Judge of the New Mexico Court of Appeals, selected by a peer vote.

She is serving a two-year term, and succeeded Judge Jennifer L. Attrep, who held the position since 2023. The chief judge is the administrative authority over the 10-member court’s budget, personnel and general operations, and continues to hear cases.

“It is a great honor and privilege to lead the Court of Appeals and work with its dedicated judges and staff for the people of New Mexico,” Chief Judge Medina said.

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UNM Leader Dannelle M. Kirven Named To Head New Mexico Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission

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STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Following a unanimous vote, the New Mexico Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission has appointed Dannelle M. Kirven as its new executive director, ushering in a dynamic new chapter for the organization’s civil rights and community engagement work across the state.

Kirven, a New Mexico native and respected leader within the University of New Mexico’s African American Student Services Department, emerged as the standout candidate from a statewide search that began last November. Her selection came after rigorous interviews conducted during the Commission’s Read More

First Born’s Executive Director Ellen Specter To Retire

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Ellen Specter

First Born Program News:

The First Born Program of Los Alamos announces the upcoming retirement of its Executive Director, Ellen Specter. After more than seven years of passionate leadership and commitment to our community, Specter will be stepping down from her role July 15, 2025, to enjoy future adventures with her friends and family.

During her tenure, Specter has led First Born through significant growth and impact, including: doubling the number of families served; effectively advocating for OBGYN care through BabyNet; partnering and collaborating with JJAB, PEEC, Read More

Los Alamos Chemist Jeffrey Pietryga Named AAAS Fellow

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AAAS Fellow Jeffrey Pietryga

LANL News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory scientist Jeffrey Pietryga has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Members of the world’s largest professional society — scientists, engineers and innovators from across disciplines — are named fellows in recognition of their lifetime efforts to advance science or its applications.

A longtime chemist at the Laboratory, Pietryga was recognized by the AAAS “for formative contributions to the synthetic chemistry of advanced nanocrystal quantum dots,” as well as “enthusiastic Read More

Medical Associates Of Northern New Mexico Announces Appointment Of Doug Bishop As Practice Administrator

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MANNM News:

Medical Associates of Northern New Mexico announces the appointment of Doug Bishop as its new Practice Administrator. In this role, Bishop will oversee day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and practice management to ensure continued excellence in patient care and organizational growth.

With more than 30 years of experience in healthcare administration, Bishop brings a strong background in operational leadership, financial management, and team development. Most recently, he served as Practice Administrator at U.S. Oncology, where he led initiatives that improved Read More