Politics

Melanee Hand Says Thank You Los Alamos!

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By MELANEE HAND 
Candidate for Re-election
Los Alamos County Council 

I’m deeply honored by the trust our community has placed in me as the votes were tallied from our primary election for four County Councilor seats. This victory belongs to everyone who believes in practical solutions, improved regional relations, and a strong future for Los Alamos County.

To my supporters, volunteers, friends, and family — thank you for your energy, your conversations, and your belief in this work. And to those who did not support me, I want you to know I am here to continue serving you as well.

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McCrory Endorses Katherine Clark For Secretary Of State

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By Tom McCrory
Los Alamos

Democratic voters in New Mexico are blessed with an abundance of well qualified candidates for federal, state and local conditions. However, we are especially fortunate to have Katharine Clark running for New Mexico Secretary of State.

In her time as Santa Fe County Clerk, Katharine has revolutionized that office for the better. She has worked tirelessly to expand access to the ballot box, run trusted elections, oppose the influence of dark money, and defend democracy.
I know that as Secretary of State, Katharine will bring those qualities to the benefit of all New
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Los Alamos County Council Candidates Tackle Key Local Issues During 2026 Primary Forum

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A crowd gathers at the League of Women Voters Los Alamos 2026 Primary Candidate Forum on Thursday at UNM-LA. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

From left, candidates for Los Alamos County Council Eric Stromberg, R, Steven Lynne, D, Incumbent Theresa Cull, D, League of Women Voters Los Alamos President Felicia Orth, Incumbent Melanee Hand, D, David Hampton, D, Jason Chappel, R, and Jason Chappel, R, at Thursday’s forum. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

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

A full slate of candidates running for Los Alamos County Council Read More

Los Alamos County Los Alamos County Sheriff Candidates Pitch Platforms During League Of Women Voters 2026 Primary Forum

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From left, Los Alamos County Sheriff candidate David Izraelvitz, League of Women Voters of Los Alamos President Felicia Orth and Sheriff candidate Antonio Maggiore attend the League’s 2026 Primary Candidate Forum Thursday at UNM-LA. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

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

To prove they are worthy of the public’s vote, two candidates for Los Alamos County Sheriff made their pitch during the League of Women Voters of Los Alamos 2026 Primary Candidate Forum Thursday at the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos.

The Sheriff candidates Read More

Martin Arellano Discusses Run For Sandoval County Sheriff

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By MARTIN ARELLANO
Candidate
Sandoval County Sheriff

Sandoval County Sheriff’s Office serves one of the most diverse populations in the state. We span 12 pueblos and tribes with rural areas reaching as far as the continental divide. I am Martin Arellano and I am the best qualified candidate to revitalize this agency to serve our needs.

Retiring from the U.S. Army with 20 years of service and completing my career as Command Sergeant Major, I led one of the largest and most successful recruiting battalions in the country.

The Southern California Recruiting Battalion was not my first successful Read More

More Scenes From No Kings 3.0 Rally Saturday At The Pond

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Several hundred people lined Trinity Drive to broadcast their displeasure with the Trump Administration during Saturday’s No Kings 3.0 Rally. The rally was part of a nationwide peaceful protest that reportedly garnered 8 million participants. The local event featured speeches from State Rep. Christine Chandler, New Mexico American Civil Liberties Union Policy Director Lena Weber-Salazar, Los Alamos High School students Sal DeWitt and Abel Sayre and veteran Rumi Sauñe. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

During her speech at the No Kings 3.0 Rally Saturday at Ashley Pond Park, Read More

Perry Klare Files To Run For Probate Judge

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Probate Judge Perry Klare files for election Tuesday in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Klare was appointed to fill a vacancy and is now seeking a full term. ‘I enjoy the job,’ he said. ‘I have personal probate experience … so its kind of true to me. I feel it was a rewarding job.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Jeff Casalina Files For County Assessor

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Jeff Casalina, Democrat, files to run for Los Alamos County Assessor Tuesday in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Casalina said he has retired from the Department of Energy and he wanted to do something more. After speaking to current Assessor George Chandler, Casalina decided to run for Assessor. He would bring 20 years of experience as a real estate appraiser to the table. ‘I think experience matters in a job like this,’ he said. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

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Former County Manager Steve Lynne Runs For Council

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Retired Los Alamos County Manager Steve Lynne returns Tuesday to Council Chambers inside the Municipal Building to file for a position on County Council. ‘It’s been two years, I thought it is time to start giving back in a different way,’ he said. Since retiring, Lynne said he joined the Los Alamos Community Foundation, which he said has been a great experience but given his background, Lynne felt he could continue to help out. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Jason Chappel Enters County Council Election Race

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Jason Chappel files to run for a position on Los Alamos County Council Tuesday morning inside Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Chappel, Republican, said he decided to run for public office because ‘I want to make a difference for people who are not necessarily lab-related … I want to make a difference for all people.’ He added that if elected, ‘I want to focus on common sense issues. I want to make sure we are taking care of all people … my biggest thing is in this political world where it is this side, that side, I want to be the middle ground.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More