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Posts From The Road: Fort Griffin State Historic Site

Administration Building: Ruins of the stone administration building stand in the center of the hill where Fort Griffin was constructed. The administration building housed offices including the office of the commanding officer of the fort. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Sutler’s Store: Windblown grassy fields in Fort Griffin with the remains of Sutler’s Store, a civilian owned business that furnished canned food and other general supplies to soldiers. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos

In post-Civil War years the U.S. Army Read More

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Strengthen Public Safety In Indian Country

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández

STATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Reps. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM), Dan Newhouse (R-WA) and Sharice Davids (D-KS) introduced the bipartisan Bridging Agency Data Gaps & Ensuring Safety (BADGES) for Native Communities Act to support the recruitment and retention of Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) law enforcement officers, bolster federal missing persons resources, and give Tribes and states tools to combat violence.

U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), John Hoeven (R-ND), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) introduced Read More

All Shall Be Well: Sadly God Is Not Glorified And America Is Not Living Up To Her Promise

Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill and The Rev. Lynn Finnegan. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

By The Rev. Mary Ann Hill
Rector
Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church

What a difference two decades makes! At the very beginning of his first term in office, President George W. Bush issued two executive orders aimed at faith-based and community organizations in order to improve the delivery of social services:

“Faith-based and community organizations (FBCOs) have a long tradition of helping Americans in need and together represent Read More

Op-Ed: Calling On Elected Officials To Honor Oath

By CELINA STEWART
CEO

League of Women Voters of the United States

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the League of Women Voters of the United States CEO Celina Stewart issued the following statement in response to actions taken by the new administration and the impact on voters.

“In the first 17 days of the Trump administration, we’ve witnessed nothing short of the weaponization of government against Americans. The callousness of the most recent actions, including the terrorizing of the immigrant community, shows a blatant disregard for the well-being of the American people. We’ve seen the weakening Read More

Los Alamos Federated Republican Women Seek Submissions For 2025 U.S. Constitution Essay Contest

LAFRW News:

Submissions are being sought for the annual U.S. Constitution Essay Contest, sponsored by the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women (LAFRW). The contest is designed to challenge students to learn more about the Constitution and to express original, thoughtful ideas in essay writing.

Essays are judged on how completely and clearly the ideas are stated and supported. Grammar, spelling and punctuation are also considered. This year fourth and fifth graders are asked to submit a poem or art. Judging is blind.

Winners receive cash awards:

  • High School: $300;
  • Grades 6-8: $200; and
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Heinrich Sounds The Alarm On ‘DOGE’ Risk To National Security & American Privacy

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Feb. 6, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, pressed the White House on the risks of allowing unvetted “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) staff and representatives to access classified and sensitive government materials. In a letter to White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Heinrich sounded the alarm on the risk DOGE poses to our national security and Americans’ privacy.

In the letter, Heinrich, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-Va.), and several colleagues demanded Read More

Navy League Releases 2025-2026 Maritime Policy Statement

NLUS News:

The Navy League of the United States is proud to announce the release of its 2025-2026 Maritime Policy Statement, a comprehensive report outlining the strategic priorities and legislative recommendations necessary to strengthen America’s sea services.

This biennial publication serves as a guiding document for policymakers, industry leaders, and the public, advocating for investments that ensure the continued security, prosperity, and global leadership of the United States through maritime power.

The Maritime Policy Statement forms the foundation of the Navy League’s Read More

Heinrich, Moran Introduce Legislation To Create Pathways To Stable Careers, Expand Access To Apprenticeships & Technical Education

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) introduced the Apprenticeship Pathways Act, legislation to create pathways to high-demand careers for high school students by expanding access to apprenticeships and technical education. Heinrich introduced the bill with U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.).

Apprenticeships and technical education offer a direct path to acquiring in-demand skills, and early exposure to industries can encourage more students to pursue careers in those professions. Expanding apprenticeship programs for high school students can Read More

Los Alamos Daily Post Marks 13th Anniversary

The Los Alamos Daily Post marks 13 years in business at its world headquarters, 1247 Central Ave. The news team takes this opportunity to thank our readers throughout the community, state, nation and world … it is a privilege to bring you the news each and every day! Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Hitting that launch button 13 years ago was exhilarating and scary. Newspapers were closing down across the country. Starting one in a small town with an established paper in place for more than 50 years was daunting … to say Read More

Jim Hall To Recount March With MLK Sunday Feb. 16

Jim Hall

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos

Former community member Jim Hall returns to Los Alamos with his wife Janet for a special presentation Feb. 16 at the United Church of Los Alamos. Hall will share his journey as a college student on the March for Justice with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It was Selma, Ala.,1965. His free presentation is a first-hand account of historical events that changed the nation.

Hall was a student at Macalester College in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area of Minnesota. He received his BA from Macalester, created in 1874 and today sits on 53 acres. Noteworthy alumni are Read More