Politics

2025 Election Results Are In … Voters Choose Jaurigue And Serrato For School Board, Hampton, Tharp And Fischer Wright For UNM-LA Advisory Board

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School Board Member Antonio Jaurigue

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

The results of the 2025 general election in Los Alamos County are in and some new and returning faces will be serving on the Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board and the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) Advisory Board.

The results reveal Margie Serrato won the seat for the LAPS Board District 1 and Antonio Jaurigue won the seat for District 2. Serrato earned 548 votes while Stephanie Galvez earned 413 votes. Jaurigue received 590 votes while Tamara Hinckley earned 474 and Jasmine Read More

New Mexico Seeks Share Of $50 Billion Federal Program To Expand Health Care Access In Rural Communities

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HCA News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico has submitted a plan to the federal government requesting $1 billion in funding over five years to expand the health care access in rural communities through workforce development, technology and community programs.

The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) sent its Rural Health Transformation Plan to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services outlining five strategic initiatives to strengthen care in underserved areas. The federal program will distribute $10 billion annually over five years to approved states.

New Mexico could receive funding Read More

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Leads Push Against New Nuclear Testing, Citing New Mexico’s Painful Legacy

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Gabe Vasquez

U.S. CONGRESS News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Nov. 5, 2025, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) led the New Mexico Congressional Delegation against the administration’s reported plans to resume nuclear weapons testing—calling it a direct threat to the health, safety, and dignity of New Mexicans who continue to live with the consequences of the Trinity test, without benefitting national security. 

In a letter to President Trump and top officials in the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, and National Nuclear Security Administration, Vasquez highlighted that existing testing Read More

LAPS Thanks Los Alamos County Voters

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By JENNIFER GUY
Superintendent
Los Alamos Public Schools

On behalf of the Los Alamos Public Schools, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the voters of Los Alamos County for participating in the school board elections. Your engagement shows your commitment to building strong schools and ensuring student success.

Thank you to the candidates who stepped forward to serve in District 1 and District 2. Running for public office takes time, energy and dedication. Your willingness to contribute strengthens our district and our community. I appreciate your care for our schools. 

Congratulations Read More

New Mexico Health Care Authority & Administrative Office Of The Courts To Meet Under Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Nov. 12

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NMSC News:

The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the fourth meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3) at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12.

The Committee continues to shape the structure, cadence, and regional implementation of this landmark legislation, bringing together all three branches of government and community stakeholders to transform behavioral health services statewide. Public participation is encouraged as we work together to build a stronger, more Read More

New Los Alamos Book Club Invites Public Participation

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Book cover of ‘Industry of Lies: Media, Academia, and the Israeli-Arab Conflict’. Courtesy image

COMMUNITY News:

The Los Alamos community is invited to join a book discussion group sponsored by Stand With Us, an international, nonpartisan Israel education organization that inspires and educates people of all ages and backgrounds, challenges misinformation, and fights antisemitism.

This is a follow-up to the movie and discussion at the SALA Los Alamos Event Center on Oct. 9, where we showed the film “October H8te”. The group intends to educate about antisemitism and the Israeli-Arab Read More

Serrato: My Sincerest Thanks

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By MARGIE SERRATO
Elected To Los Alamos Public Schools Board

This election was never about me or about securing a seat on a board. It was about answering a calling that I was invited to follow; one that asked me to get involved, learn, connect, and trust.

My greatest concern, at the start, was that I didn’t know the mechanics of running a campaign. That concern was quickly eased by the caring guidance and generous support of so many people in our community. The behind-the-scenes work is far greater than one would fathom. But there are hundreds of unnamed members in this effort – including the voters, Read More

Reminder: County’s MRA Q&A Session 5:30-7 Tonight

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County will hold a question-and-answer session to discuss Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas (MRAs) in Los Alamos and White Rock from 5:30-7 tonight, in the Boards and Commissions Room of the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.

This session is open to the public and a hybrid option is available for remote participation via Zoom.

Staff from the Community Development Department will provide an overview of MRAs, explain the designation process, and answer questions about opportunities for property owners and the broader community. MRAs are districts where public Read More

Hampton: Thank You Los Alamos County!

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By DAVID HAMPTON
Elected To UNM-LA Advisory Board

I want to thank the people of Los Alamos County for electing me to the UNM-LA Advisory Board. I won’t let you down!

It was great knocking doors this year and meeting so many of you, hearing your concerns regarding UNM-LA and other County issues.

I also want to thank the many individuals who helped me to get elected. You know who you are!

Additionally, thank you to all the election workers and the County Clerk’s Office, whose tireless efforts made this all happen.

And finally, congratulations to the other candidates who were elected last night. Read More