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DFA: $7.5 Million For City Park Improvements In New Mexico

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DFA News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announces $7.5 million for city park improvements.

Signed into law by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, 2024 Capital Outlay Projects Senate Bill 275 created the City Park Improvement Program to enhance the quality and accessibility of city park facilities across New Mexico. 

The City Park Improvement Program will increase recreational opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities, revitalize and modernize existing park facilities, address safety concerns within city parks, and foster community engagement Read More

Denish: Having A Coach On The Team

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By DIANE DENISH
Corner to Corner
© 2024 New Mexico News Services

“Now that we have a coach on the team, I feel great!”

Those are the words of my friend, Ray Birmingham, a retired New Mexico Junior College and UNM baseball coach when I asked him about Gov. Tim Walz. Others have made similar comments about Walz, a longtime coach and educator, who was tapped to be the running mate of Vice President Kamala Harris.

Walz, whose name and background have just been introduced to the public over the past few days, has all the characteristics of someone who connects with people in his community – a teacher and football Read More

Local Athletes Competing In South America

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LAHS 10th grader Ian McLean earns 3rd place at the IFSA 2* Aug. 8 in El Colorado, Chile. Courtesy photo

From left, Cullen McLean, Liam Kastrin and Chris McLean (coach) discussing line choices at the event finish.  Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

Four local youth athletes, Ian McLean (Los Alamos High School 10th grader), Cullen McLean (Los Alamos Middle School 8th grader), Liam Kastrin (Albuquerque Academy 10th grader), and Streeter Kastrin were invited to compete in the International Freeride Ski and Snowboard Association (IFSA) competition held Wednesday, Aug. 8 at El Colorado, Chile. 

The Read More

Pajarito Pickleball Club Announces Two Upcoming Skills Clinics For Players Of All Levels

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Pajarito Pickleball Club News:

The Pajarito Pickleball Club announces two upcoming skills clinics for players of all levels. The clinics will be facilitated by three club members who are certified instructors.

Aug. 17, Scott Parkinson will teach a class for beginners and Eddy Stein will lead an advanced clinic. Aug. 24, Scott Parkinson will lead the beginner’s group and Sam Menefee will facilitate a clinic for intermediate players. No experience is necessary to join the beginner’s sessions. Loaner paddles will be available and beginners will learn the rules of the game and be introduced Read More

Registration Open For 7th Annual Joel Williams Memorial Tennis Tournament Aug. 15-18 At Urban Park Courts

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LATC News:

Tennis season is here, and the Los Alamos Tennis Club (LATC) has announced registration is open for the 7th annual Joel M. Williams Tennis Tournament!

The tournament is Aug. 15-18 at the Urban Park courts and will offer men’s and women’s singles,  doubles and mixed doubles matches for tennis players of all levels.

There will be a competitive Open division for past collegiate and high-level players, and A and B divisions for recreational players. Those who want to play doubles but don’t have a partner will be paired by the tournament organizers. All players will be able to enjoy a BBQ lunch Read More

Get Ready To Hit The Trails During 2024 Los Alamos Mountain Bike Team Season Running Through Nov. 1

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Members of the Los Alamos Mountain Bike Team. Courtesy/MTB

From Los Alamos Mountain Bike Team:

Hey, youth mountain bike riders, this article is for you (and your parents)! It’s time to hit the trails and get ready for the 2024 Los Alamos Mountain Bike Team season (Aug. 1 through Nov. 1).

The Los Alamos Mountain Bike (MTB) Team trains and competes as a cross-country mountain biking team. Cross-country is a specific form of cycling different from road riding, downhill racing, BMX, cyclo-cross, or track racing. Cross-country requires a broad range of skills to ride up and down mountain bike trails. Read More

Zola Is Top Predictor In Weekly Pace Race July 30

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Runners prepare for the Atomic City Road Runners weekly pace race Tuesday on the Power Line Point Trail off N.M. 4. Courtesy/ACRR

The group is on the move Tuesday in the Atomic City Road Runners weekly pace race on the Power Line Point Trail off N.M. 4. Courtesy/ACRR

Sean Thomas running with his favorite dog Zoe and finishing first in the one-mile run. Courtesy/ACRR

ACRR News:

James Zola was the best predictor in the Atomic City Road Runners weekly pace race Tuesday on the Power Line Point Trail off N.M. 4. He had a 14 second differential off his predicted time and was also the first finisher in the 3-mile Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: July 30, 2024  

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post 

Extensive flooding continues in the Las Vegas area, especially along the Gallinas River. It is best to avoid this area as crews clean up after the floods. It is always a good idea to check conditions at the location you are headed to. Streamflows can be checked on the United States Geological Survey (USGS) streamflow website.

So far streamflows have remained decent this summer and are now at a good level for fishing.

As often happens during monsoon season, some areas have received more rain than others. The Eastern side of the Sangre de Cristo Read More

Los Alamos Community Foundation Awards Grant To High Flyers Gymnastics To Support Its Work With Youth

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High Flyers Gymnastics owner David Vosburgh with his gymnasts holding the grant check they received recently from the Los Alamos Community Foundation, which they will use to purchase equipment. Courtesy/LACF

LACF News:

The Los Alamos Community Foundation (LACF) has awarded a $500 grant to High Flyers Gymnastics to support its work with youth. The grant will be used to purchase gymnastics equipment.

Youth sports are not only where future Olympians begin their training, but they are also where future leaders learn teamwork, practice a strong work ethic, and gain self-confidence. 

“We currently Read More

Community Invited To Listening Session For Brewer Arena

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division is seeking feedback from the community for the proposed Brewer Arena Renovation. Community members are invited to meet the team at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom on Wednesday, Aug. 7. Please use this link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86031220930 to access the webinar.

The project is to evaluate the structure and ensure the facility meets the American with Disabilities (ADA) Title II requirements. This facility was identified in the Community Services Department’s Integrated Master Plan and the ADA Audit and Transition Plan.

Wilson & Read More