Explore Black Holes At Nature Center’s Planetarium Tonight
Experience the wonders of black holes at a screening of the full-dome movie ‘Black Holes’ , 7 p.m. today in the planetarium at the Los Alamos Nature Center followed by a discussion and Q&A session. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Explore the mysteries of black holes at 7 p.m. today, Nov. 12, in the planetarium at the Los Alamos Nature Center.
Join Rick Wallace for a presentation of the full-dome movie “Black Holes”. After the movie, Wallace will host a short discussion and Q&A session on the origin, properties and evidence for black holes.
The film “Black Holes” takes the audiences on a fully immersive Read More
New Mexico Economic Development Department Awarded Additional $1 Million To Recover; Diversify State’s Economy
EDD News:
SANTA FE — The State of New Mexico, through the Economic Development Department (EDD), has been awarded an additional $1 million by the U. S. Economic Development Administration to further initiatives underway to recover and diversify the state’s economy, Cabinet Secretary Alicia J. Keyes announced today.
In Sept. 2020, EDD was awarded $1.5 million from the EDA under the CARES Act for statewide recovery. That grant included money for a 20-year strategic plan and the hiring of economic relief coordinators to help rural communities and small businesses connect with technical and Read More
Scenes From 2021 Veterans Day Event At American Legion
Los Alamos County Council Vice Chair James Robinson delivers the Los Alamos County Proclamation during the Veterans Day Ceremony this morning at the American Legion Post 90 on Trinity Drive. Photo by KayLinda Crawford/ladailypost.com
A crowd gathers for the Veterans Day Ceremony this morning at the American Legion on Trinity Drive. Photo by KayLinda Crawford/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos High School NJROTC Cadets prepare for Color Guard and 21-gun Salute. Photo by KayLinda Crawford/ladailypost.com
New Mexico State Rep. Christine Chandler delivers the State Proclamation during the Read More
Public Hearing For New Social Studies Standards Is Friday
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — A virtual public hearing will be held Friday on the Public Education Department’s proposed revisions to New Mexico’s social studies standards to include important events and movements that occurred after the last major overhaul 20 years ago.
The department is taking written comments through 5 p.m. Friday:
- By email to rule.feedback@state.nm.us
- By regular mail addressed to John Sena, Policy Division, New Mexico Public Education Department, 300 Don Gaspar Ave., Room 121, Santa Fe, NM, 87501.
- By fax to 505.827.6520.
The public may speak about the proposed standards by Read More
LAHS Volleyball Team Heads To State … Go Toppers!
During a special send-off event this morning the Topper volleyball team poses for a departure photo outside of Griffith Gymnasium as they get ready to head to the State Volleyball competition at the Santa Anna Star Event Center over the next three days. The Toppers first game is 10 a.m. against the Santa Teresa Desert Warriors. The Toppers won the district championship for the 4th time in a row and were awarded a #3 seed for this year’s tournament. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Bella Aguilar is ready to head to State. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scenes from the send-off event this Read More
New Mexico Attorney General Secures Guilty Plea Against Counselor Accused Of Defrauding State Medicaid Program
Attorney General Hector Balderas
AG News:
LAS CRUCES — Attorney General Hector Balderas announced Wednesday that Cathy Chidester, who operated Drop In Counseling in Las Cruces, pled guilty to Medicaid Fraud, Obstruction of Investigation, and Identity Theft.
Chidester was accused of fraudulently billing New Mexico’s Medicaid program for children’s counseling, when in fact, public school records showed that the children were in class attending school during the alleged counseling sessions.
Sentencing for Chidester will be in 60 days and she faces up to five years imprisonment in Read More
MIAC Selects Artist Virgil Ortiz As 2022 Living Treasure
Virgil Ortiz sitting next to a large traditional pot. Courtesy/Virgil Ortiz
MIAC News:
SANTA FE — The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture (MIAC) has announced Virgil Ortiz (Cochiti Pueblo) as the 2022 recipient of the MIAC Living Treasure award.
This award is part of the annual Native Treasures Art Market and honors Native American artists who have made outstanding artistic contributions to the field of Indigenous arts and culture.
Ortiz’s artistic contributions combine art, décor, fashion, video and film. One of the most innovative potters of his time, Ortiz’s exquisite works have been exhibited Read More
SFNF: Cut Own Christmas Tree Permits Available Nov. 22
Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — No need to worry about the predicted Christmas tree shortage this year. All you have to do is purchase a permit to cut your own Christmas tree on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF). Over-the-phone and online sales will begin Monday, Nov. 22.
Permits can be purchased online through Recreation.gov and printed at home as a convenient alternative to calling a SFNF office to purchase your permit over the phone. Permits purchased by phone from forest headquarters or any of the SFNF district offices will be delivered via postal mail along with maps and guidelines Read More
Leger Fernández Applauds Bill Passing Out Of Committee To Help Workers Save For Retirement
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wednesday, the Education and Labor Committee passed the bipartisan Retirement Improvement and Savings Enhancement (RISE) Act to expand American workers’ access to secure retirement. The Congresswoman is a member of the Committee.
“Too many hardworking New Mexicans struggle to keep up with their monthly payments and are unable to save for retirement,” Leger Fernández said. “We are called to create an economy where every American worker can achieve the retirement they deserve – one with dignity and security. The RISE Read More
State Of New Mexico Encourages Veterans And Dependents To Use Educational Benefits And Services
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Veterans Services and Higher Education Departments are encouraging veterans and eligible dependents to learn more about the many benefits and services available to pursue college and career training in New Mexico.
“New Mexico’s veterans and their family members have many options for pursuing higher education and career training free-of-cost to them, including state scholarship programs and veteran benefits such as the GI Bill,” Higher Education Secretary Stephanie Rodriguez said. “Veterans resource professionals and student centers at colleges Read More
New Mexico [External Sources]
- FBI warns of carjackings in New Mexico - Albuquerque - KOAT New Mexico
- New Mexico institutions pay out thousands to recover from ransomware - KOB 4
- Report: NMPED failing to meet dozens of federal standards - KOB 4
- Woman rescued by local crews after hurting knee in Foothills - KRQE News 13
- City of Roswell facing $637,311 fine after worker death - KRQE News 13
- Cold for eastern New Mexico, milder west - KOAT New Mexico
