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Los Alamos National Laboratory: Launch Helps Ensure Nation’s Nuclear Weapons Stockpile Readiness

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A UP Aerospace Spyder rocket. Courtesy/UP Aerospace

LANL News:

  • Experimental payload allows Los Alamos National Laboratory to test prototypes

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has launched a rocket carrying a full-size experimental payload that was designed, built and tested in just three years. The non-nuclear payload launched from White Sands Missile Range on June 13 and will help ensure the responsiveness of the nation’s nuclear weapons stockpile in accordance with the federal government’s mandate for a stockpile responsiveness program (SRP).

“The Laboratory’s mission is Read More

NMSU Students Win National Dairy Innovation Award For Heart-Healthy Snack Pack

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NMSU team members Alejandro Schutte, Andrea Soler, Ashley Medina, Jazmine Arreola, and Joy Agbawodike received the Platinum Dairy Innovator Award and a $10,000 prize at the American Dairy Science Association’s annual meeting in Louisville, Kentucky. Courtesy/NMSU

Nuestro Corazón – Spanish for ‘Our Heart’ – features nearly 80 percent dairy content and delivers on both health and convenience, two top priorities for today’s consumers. Courtesy/NMSU

NMSU News:

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — A team of food science students from New Mexico State University (NMSU) has earned national recognition Read More

State Rep. Christine Chandler And U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández Host Los Alamos Townhall

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Far left, N.M. Rep. Christine Chandler, left, and U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández at the podium during their town hall meeting Friday afternoon at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Immigration, the U.S. possibly entering Israel’s war with Iran and the sale of public lands were among the top concerns voiced during a town hall hosted by U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández and N.M. Rep. Christine Chandler.

Friday afternoon at Fuller Lodge, a crowd of people filled the room to express their concerns and questions Read More

Dannemann: Lack Of Immigration Law Is Intolerable

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By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
© 2025 by Merilee Dannemann

A dairy farm in southeastern New Mexico was more or less put out of business a few weeks ago when 11 workers were arrested for alleged immigration violations and the farmer had to fire an additional 24 workers.

The workers allegedly provided false documentation. What would you expect them to do? Presumably they did what they had to do to qualify for a job. The farmer reportedly is now just taking care of his cows. Without those employees he can’t do what’s needed to sell milk. Nobody benefits from this.

Dairy is a major industry in Read More

FEMA Claims Office Offers Compensation For Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Business Interruption

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FEMA News:

Business owners impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon (HPCC) Fire, subsequent flooding and other cascading impacts can be compensated for business interruption. This fact sheet outlines key steps, required documentation and helpful tips to support businesses that filed a claim seeking compensation for eligible losses.

Background

The Claims Office may provide compensation for business interruption losses caused by the fire, subsequent flooding and other impacts such as debris flows and mold. Each business claim will be assessed using the method that best applies to Read More

FBI: Arizona Woman Faces Charges For 2023 Incident

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — An Arizona woman is facing federal charges for allegedly assaulting two individuals.

According to court documents, on December 30, 2023, Shaina Shorty, 35, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, assaulted Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2 and the assaults resulted in serious bodily injury.

Shorty is charged with two counts of assault resulting in serious bodily injury and will remain on conditions of release pending trial, which has not yet been scheduled. If convicted of the current charges, Shorty faces up to eight years in prison.

U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Philip Read More

Amerisleep Study: 364 Hours Spent ‘Bed Rotting’

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HEALTH News:

A new nationwide survey from Amerisleep.com reveals that more than half of Americans have taken paid time off or called in sick specifically to engage in “bed rotting”—a viral trend that involves staying in bed for hours on end while watching TV, scrolling through social media, or simply doing nothing.

The study highlights a startling shift in how Americans are using their downtime—and what it may be doing to their health.

According to the findings, the average American now spends 364 hours a year bed rotting, the equivalent of 15 full days. Gen Z is driving the trend, with nearly Read More

Posts From The Road: Big Sur Coast Of California

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Big Sur Coastline: Shown is a typical view of the Big Sur coastline from one of many viewpoints along Highway 1. The rugged San Lucia Mountains drop from high peaks to the rocky shores along this section of the California coast. This view is located south of the village of Big Sur, Calif. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Coastal Landscape: A view of the coastline, Highway 1, and the iconic Bixby Bridge is seen from a viewpoint about a dozen miles south of Carmel, Calif., and a short distance from the bridge. The late afternoon sunlight gives the scene a warm glow as the sun begins to set. Photo by Read More

Governor Secures Resources To Aid Cotton Fire Response

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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham

From the Office of the Governor:

          • Additional firefighting crews, air support, shelter services mobilized 

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham obtained federal emergency funding Saturday to send additional firefighting crews, engines and air support to combat the Cotton Fire in Valencia County. 

“New Mexican families are facing substantial challenges tonight, and we are mobilizing all available state resources to assist them,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “I’m deeply grateful to the firefighters and first responders who continue to battle this fire under Read More