On the job in Los Alamos Monday are Los Alamos Historical Society Executive Director Todd Nickols and Executive Assistant Kristen Hollis at the Los Alamos Daily Post speaking about the latest updates and activities they have underway. During their visit, Nickols and Hollis commended the board members past and present for their tremendous contributions to the Los Alamos Historical Society. To learn more, visit losalamoshistory.org. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
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2025 Resolution: Upskill With A Certificate From UNM-LA
View on the University of New Mexico–Los Alamos campus at 4000 University Drive. Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) is offering certificate programs to members of the community.
Certificates include:
- Python Programming Certificate;
- Broadband-5G Certificate;
- IT and Cybersecurity Certificates;
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate; and
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.
Scholarships for all certificates are available for a limited time.
The Python Programming Certificate – is a 12-week online program, which runs 12-3:20 p.m. Fridays, Read More
New Mexico Unemployment Rate 4.4% In November 2024
NMDWS News:
New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.4 percent in November, up from 4.3 percent in October and up from 4.0 percent in the previous year.
The national unemployment rate in November was 4.2 percent, up from 4.1 percent in October and up from 3.7 percent in November 2023.
Total nonagricultural payroll employment grew by 12,400 jobs, or 1.4 percent, between November 2023 and November 2024. The majority of gains came from the private sector. The private sector was up 9,400 jobs, or 1.4 percent, while the public sector was up 3,000 jobs, or 1.6 percent. Within the private Read More
Luján Joins Senate In Passing Social Security Fairness Act
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
joined the U.S. Senate Friday night in voting to pass the Social Security Fairness Act, a bipartisan bill that he co-sponsored.
“I was proud to help pass the Social Security Fairness Act for the good of thousands of New Mexicans. This important bipartisan legislation will help ensure that New Mexicans are getting the benefits they have earned and deserve,” Sen. Luján said. “I’m honored to stand with the millions of dedicated public servants—police officers, teachers, firefighters, and other local and state employees—who tirelessly Read More
State Awards $2.2 Million In Job Training Funds To Support Up To 122 New Mexico Employees
Broken Arrow Glass Recycling Company is creating a closed-loop system for glass waste in New Mexico. Among the many uses for recycled glass is its application in commercial and residential landscaping. Courtesy/BAGRC
EDD News:
SANTA FE — For the final month of 2024, the Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) board approved $2.2 million in reimbursement funds to support up to 122 trainees and interns, announced New Mexico Economic Development (EDD) Cabinet Secretary-Designate Rob Black.
Each month the JTIP board convenes to review applications from businesses looking to expand operations Read More
LANL Foundation Vice President For Early Childhood Education Anna Marie Garcia To Retire At Year’s End
The LANL Foundation’s Early Childhood Team at the Early Childhood Celebrating Resilience Convening hosted in September at Buffalo Thunder. From left, Jessica Acosta, Anna Marie Garcia, RJ Martinez, Jovanna Archuleta and Jessica Manzanares. Courtesy/LANLF
LANL Foundation News:
ESPAÑOLA – After 14 years of exemplary service, Anna Marie Garcia, Vice President of Early Childhood Education at the LANL Foundation, will retire at the end of 2024. Her tenure has been marked by transformative leadership, unwavering commitment, and a deep dedication to improving the lives of young children, Read More
NMDWS To Mail Unemployment Insurance 1099s By Jan. 31
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) will mail out all IRS 1099-G forms by Jan. 31, 2025, to individuals who received Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits in 2024.
This tax form reports the total amount of benefits paid to recipients during the year. UI benefits are taxable income and must be included with 2024 tax filing.
The department urges claimants to view and verify their mailing address by logging into the UI Tax & Claims system (https://www.jobs.state.nm.us). From their claimant homepage they may select “View and Maintain Account Read More
Los Alamos Conducts First Critical Experiment Using High Assay Low Enriched Uranium In Decades
Deimos team members in front of their experiment in the National Criticality Experiments Research Center. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
A research team at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) recently performed the first critical experiment with high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) TRi-structural ISOtropic (TRISO) fuel in four decades at the National Criticality Experiments Research Center (NCERC) in Nevada. It achieved its objective of establishing an advanced reactor testbed.
“With companies such as Amazon and Google investing in nuclear energy to power their data centers, Read More
Los Alamos High School Graduate Evelyn Lee Inaugurated As American Institute Of Architects 2025 President
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
Staff Honors Nancy Savoia On Her Retirement
Nancy Savoia, DC. Courtesy photo
From Los Alamos Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center Staff:
It is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of Doctor Nancy Savoia, DC from her role at Los Alamos Chiropractic Center. After years of dedicated service, care, and expertise, Nancy will be stepping away to enjoy the next chapter of her life.
Nancy has been an integral part of our team, bringing not only her skill and knowledge but also a warm and compassionate presence to everyone she treated. Her commitment to the well-being of our patients has been unparalleled, and her efforts have positively Read More