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Udall Calls for VA to Broaden Probe into ‘Secret’ Waiting Lists

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U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
 
U.S. SENATE News:
  • Udall says VA should investigate NM, entire service network after alleged cover-up scheme at Phoenix VA
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall has expressed outrage at the ongoing allegations that the Phoenix Veterans Affairs Health Care System and possibly others were covering up the extent of their waiting lists while veterans died waiting for appointments.
 
In a letter to VA Secretary Eric Shinseki, Udall called for VA officials to expand their investigation to facilities in New Mexico and elsewhere.
 
Arizona, New Mexico
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NNSA Administrator, Three Lab Directors Including Charlie McMillan Tour Key Weapons Facility

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NNSA’s Gen. Frank G. Klotz

NNSA News:

The Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Gen. Frank G. Klotz, and the directors of Los Alamos, Sandia Lawrence Livermore national laboratories met today in Albuquerque, N.M., and toured a recently-completed facility at Sandia designed to ensure the continued stewardship of the U.S. nuclear deterrent without underground testing.

Test Capabilities Revitalization Phase 2 (TCR 2), a project that had previously been announced as delivered on-time and under-budget, conducts environmental testing on nuclear Read More

Los Alamos Girls Athletic Program in Running for USA TODAY High School Sports Contest

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LAHS News:

The USA TODAY High School Sports is hosting a contest of which the Los Alamos Girls Athletic Program is in the running. 

To vote for the Los Alamos Girls Athletic Program, click here.

Helpful tip when voting:

Step 1: You will see a map of the United States and you have to click on the state of New Mexico
Step 2: The website will take you to another screen then find LAHS to vote (the system will make you type in a verification code)

USA TODAY High School Sports launched a new contest Thursday to determine which high school boasts the best girls sports – the overall strength of all the Read More

New Mexico Teacher of the Year Carolyn Torres of Los Alamos Visits Washington, D.C.

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New Mexico Teacher of the Year Carolyn Torres of Los Alamos, front row fourth from right, during a visit to Washington, D.C. to meet President Obama. Courtesy photo

New Mexico Teacher of the Year Carolyn Torres of Los Alamos, front row fifth from left, at the White House during a visit to Washington, D.C. Courtesy photo Read More

LAHS Graduate Cory Miller Ranks 5th Overall at 2014 National Junior Olympics

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Cory Miller of Los Alamos shooting at the 2014 National Junior Olympics in Colorado Springs. Courtesy/USA Shooting

SPORTS News:

Los Alamos High School graduate Cory Miller wins the finals match and finishes fifth overall at the 2014 Junior Olympics April 22-23 in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Miller is one of 105 shooters from all over the nation who qualified to compete this year in the Air Rifle category at the Junior Olympics. Miller qualified 65th but after a good first day of competition, ended up in 13th place. The second day of competition went better and Miller finished in 7th place and earned Read More

Hopeful News on Manhattan Project National Historical Park Act

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Rep. Doc Hastings

AHF News:

The Atomic Heritage Foundation (AHF) reports that April 30, the Manhattan Project National Historical Park Act was included as an amendment to the House FY 2015 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness added the amendment. 

The full House will probably consider the NDAA during the week of May 19. The Senate is expected to consider the NDAA in the fall, probably after the Congressional elections.

Last year, the Senate dropped the amendment over lack of agreement on what additional public lands bills might Read More

WIPP Update: Underground Ventilation System Worked as Designed

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The WIPP Underground Ventilation System ensures proper air flow is provided during mining and waste handling activities. It also is designed to automatically switch to Filtration Mode if radioactive contamination is detected in the underground. Courtesy/WIPP

WIPP News:

Since February, there has been considerable coverage about the WIPP Underground Ventilation System. On Feb. 14, the ventilation system worked as designed, protecting human health and the environment.

In normal exhaust mode, the ventilation system provides a continuous flow of fresh air to the underground tunnels Read More

Los Alamos Residents Celebrate National Prayer Day

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Members of the Los Alamos community bow their heads during National Prayer Day event at noon today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com

Local clergy and faith based organization representatives take turns leading prayers for federal and state government, local government, military, business, education, family, youth and church during the hour-long event. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com

Community members gather near the stage at Ashley Pond Park to pray during today’s National Prayer Day event. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com

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LAHS Students Win at National History Day State Competition and are Headed to Nationals

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From left, Kim Pestovich, Kaylen Pocaterra and Sarah Criscuolo. Photo by Pam Criscuolo

LAHS News:

The National History Day New Mexico State competition was Friday, April 25 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque.

Sarah Criscuolo, Kaylen Pocaterra and Kim Pestovich are amoung five students who will represent Los Alamos High School at the National History Day contest in June at the University of Maryland, College Park. They entered a Senior Group website titled, “The Pentagon Papers: The Freedom of Information vs. The Responsibility of National Security.” Read More

EPA Proposes Plan Cutting Harmful Emissions in New Mexico

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EPA News:

 DALLAS –The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing an action that will significantly benefit the people of New Mexico. EPA is proposing approval of revisions to the New Mexico Regional Haze plan that addresses nitrogen oxide emissions and improves regional visibility from the San Juan County power plant.

“We are committed to working with our state partners to improve visibility and reduce pollution,” EPA Regional Administrator Ron Curry said. “Pollution, especially air pollution, has no geographical boundaries. We are pleased to propose approval of Read More