Museum Of Natural History & Science, Neighboring Businesses See Strong Visitation After Grand Reopening
NMDCA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science has shattered spring attendance records and boosted nearby businesses since its grand reopening on April 4.
“When we were preparing to reopen last month, we weren’t sure what the public response would be,” said Dr. Anthony Fiorillo, Executive Director of the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science. “But from the moment we opened our doors, we’ve seen an outpouring of support from our community. We’re incredibly grateful to all the visitors who have stopped by since our reopening, and we’re excited to welcome Read More
UNM-Los Alamos Honors 70 Graduates At 2026 Ceremony
UNM-Los Alamos graduation ceremony held May 15 in Duane Smith Auditorium. Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) celebrated fall 2025 and spring 2026 graduates during its ceremony on Friday, May 15, at the Duane Smith Auditorium.
Speakers included Dr. Rebecca Estrada, higher education and workforce development specialist at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and John A. Hill, associate laboratory director, weapons engineering, at LANL. Dominique Sandoval was the student speaker.
Dean Brent Pickett congratulates the graduates on their accomplishment. “Through Read More
‘The Arts Of Democracy’ Mobile Museum Exhibit Visits Libraries Throughout New Mexico This June
NMDCA News:
This June the Wonders on Wheels Mobile Museum brings its exhibit, “The Arts of Democracy in New Mexico” to libraries across the state.
The exhibition honors the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and highlights ideals of freedom and self-government and how they have been expressed in art forms, particularly in New Mexico.
Visitors can see the exhibit and participate in hands-on learning activities at public libraries, as well as a few community events, for free.
When & Where:
- Wednesday, June 3, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Los Luceros Historic Site, 253
LAHS Students Help Give Safety Town A New Look
LAPS Superintendent Jennifer Guy, along with teacher James Steritz, police officers and students pose with the new buildings that will be unveiled at this year’s Safety Town. Courtesy/LAPS
Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone, left, poses with the new Safety Town buildings along with Officers Harris, Smith and Weiss. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School students in the Stagecraft and Theatrical Building Trades class, in collaboration with Los Alamos County and the Los Alamos Police Department, have been busy building new props for this year’s Safety Town. Safety Town Read More
Enjoy The Sounds Of Summertime Music With Hummingbird Camp Students At Jemez Historic Site
NMDCA News:
Jemez Historic Site and Hummingbird Music Camp offer summer youth concerts to everyone 6-7 p.m., Saturdays, June 6 to July 25.
Enjoy a free concert series performed by campers from Hummingbird Music Camp at Jemez Historic Site while strolling the site after hours.
This free event is open to the public. Hummingbird Music Camp is an eight-week-long summer sleep-away camp in Jemez Springs for children 8-14 years old. Campers receive daily private lessons on an instrument and participate in group rehearsals and concerts.
The Site partners with local organizations to provide cultural Read More
Five LAHS DECA Students Earn Marketing Certification
Los Alamos High School DECA students from left, Jasmine Heft, Lance Metcalf, Presley Haight, Rocco Del Mauro, and Sawyer Brunette earned the American Marketing Association (AMA) ‘Associate in Marketing’ Certification. This is the first year that National DECA has partnered with the AMA to award the credential, said LAHS DECA Advisor Dr. Sharon Hurley. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Five Los Alamos High School DECA students earned the American Marketing Association (AMA) “Associate in Marketing” Certification.
Seniors Rocco Del Mauro, Jasmine Heft, and Lance Metcalf, junior Presley Haight, Read More
Los Alamos Phi Beta Kappa Association Announces Winners Of Regional Scholarships
By WENDEE BRUNISH
Los Alamos Phi Beta Kappa Association
The Los Alamos Phi Beta Kappa Association announces the winners of its regional scholarship awards for 2026. In just the fourth year of awarding regional scholarships, due to generous donations from its members, the Los Alamos Phi Beta Kappa Association was able to award six $1,000 scholarships.
Its goal is to support historically under-represented groups in fulfilling their educational and career goals and making significant contributions to their communities, the nation and the planet in all areas of the liberal arts and sciences. Read More
IAIA Announces Pueblo Homelands Scholarship Endowment Established By Rose B. Simpson
Artwork by David Naranjo (Santa Clara Pueblo) ’17. Courtesy the artist; Photo by Jason S. Ordaz/IAIA
IAIA students in 2015. Photograph by Jason S. Ordaz/IAIA
IAIA News:
The Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA), the University for Indigenous Creative Excellence, is pleased to announce the establishment of the Pueblo Homelands Scholarship Endowment, created through an initial $50,000 gift from Rose B. Simpson (Santa Clara Pueblo) ’07, ’18, an IAIA alum, Trustee, and renowned artist. The new standalone endowed scholarship is intended to support undergraduate students at IAIA from Read More
Glisten Honors Locals Making A Difference
From left, Suzanne Lynne, 2026 Los Alamos Public Schools Teacher of the Year Beth Combs and Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar Owner Anesia Cope celebrate Combs’ award with a pre-selected service at the local spa. Courtesy/Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar
Los Alamos Public Schools 2026 Classified Employee of the Year Claire Schappert, left, is recognized by Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar Owner Anesia Cope. Courtesy/Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar
Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar News:
Glisten Skin and Beauty Bar at 1789 Central Ave #6 recently launched a new quarterly community recognition program to celebrate individuals Read More
Parent Education About Autism, Caregiver Empowerment
New Mexico Posts One Of Nation’s Largest FAFSA Completion Gains
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico achieved one of the largest year-over-year FAFSA completion increases in the country this year, joining just three other states to hit a 20% gain as national completion rates reached an all-time high.
The National College Attainment Network (NCAN) reported that 54.7% of high school seniors nationwide completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as of May 1, nearly two months ahead of the June 30 benchmark. New Mexico stands out as one of only four states, alongside Alaska, Arizona and Florida—to record at least a 20% increase over last year, Read More
JROMC’s 53rd Oppenheimer Memorial Lecture To Feature Internationally Known Space Scientist Dr. Dante S. Lauretta
OSIRIS-REx launches from Cape Canaveral. Courtesy/United Launch Alliance
JROMC News:
The J. Robert Oppenheimer Memorial Committee (JROMC) announces its 53rd Annual Public Lecture is 7 p.m. Monday, June 22, at Duane Smith Auditorium in Los Alamos.
In this free lecture, “Origins of Our Solar System: The NASA OSIRIS-REx Mission,” Dr. Dante S. Lauretta will discuss his work as the Principal Investigator of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission.
OSIRIS-REx, a robotic spacecraft, traveled to near-Earth asteroid Bennu to collect and study carbon-based compounds that date from the very earliest times Read More
Registration Now Open For Hilltopper Girls Summer Basketball Camps For Grades K-8
New Mexico Grow Project Grant Awards Support Hands-On Agricultural Learning Across The State
NMFLB News:
The New Mexico Grow Project Grant is a partnership between Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in New Mexico and New Mexico Agriculture in the Classroom (NMAITC).
The program helps educators and students make meaningful connections to agriculture and natural resources through hands-on, standards-based learning experiences that build critical thinking and real-world problem-solving skills.
Grant recipients receive a fully assembled raised garden bed with drip irrigation, a classroom hydroponic system, growing supplies, specialized trainings, ongoing Read More
Legislative Education Study Committee To Meet May 27-29
LESC News:
SANTA FE — The Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) will meet May 27-29 in Raton. The three-day meeting will convene lawmakers and state education officials to discuss ongoing public education initiatives and legislative priorities.
Day 1 – May 27, 2026
- LESC will begin its May hearings with a community welcome from Superintendent Kristie Medina of Raton Municipal Schools. The committee will also hear presentations on artificial intelligence in public education and implications for New Mexico, a panel of local superintendents discussing current initiatives and priorities,
New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau Awards 2026 Memorial Scholarships To Three Students Demonstrating Excellence
NMFLB News:
The New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau (NMFLB) has awarded its 2026 Memorial Scholarships to three outstanding New Mexico students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, agricultural involvement, and community service.
Recipients include Wyatt Curry of Roswell, Alison Poling of Des Moines, and Denny Turner of Texico.
Wyatt Curry of Roswell will graduate from Goddard High School in May 2026 while simultaneously earning an Associate’s Degree in University Studies from Eastern New Mexico University. He earned Dean’s List honors during Fall 2024, Read More
Scenes From 2026 Senior Appreciation Night
Scene from The Family YMCA’s 2026 Senior Appreciation Night (SAN) event Saturday in downtown Los Alamos. Los Alamos High School (LAHS) seniors were invited to celebrate a night dedicated just for them, starting at Fuller Lodge. This special annual event honored graduating seniors with an evening full of fun, community, and celebration. Attendees enjoyed activities throughout the night and had the opportunity to be entered into a raffle featuring a variety of exciting prizes. Organizers encouraged all seniors in the community to attend and take part in this memorable send-off as they prepare
Kiwanis Hears Inspirational Talk From LAHS Student Celia Pesiri On Time As Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador
Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri presents a talk on May 11 to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By KARIN CHURCH
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
On Monday, May 11, the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos was inspired by a presentation from Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador.
Tomorrow’s Women, a 501(c)(3) organization founded in Santa Fe in 2003 to bring young Israeli and Palestinian women together, offers New Mexico high school students the opportunity Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation: Congratulations 2026 Scholarship Recipients!
From left, Lynn Ovaska, Karyl Ann Armbruster, and far right, Ellen Mills present ceremonial suspenders to Brian Easton Memorial Scholarship recipient Cecilia Pratt honoring the late Brian Easton. Courtesy/LAPS Foundation
Friends of Los Alamos County Libraries Scholarship recipients from left, Elaina Trujillo, Ian Sandborgh, Sara Khan, Rocco Del Mauro, Inez Christensen, Penelope Barry-Hoffman, Frank Sheppard, recipient of the June and Harry Ettinger Memorial Scholarship, and Helena Welch. Courtesy/LAPS Foundation
LAPS Foundation News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation Read More
During Wildfire Awareness Month OSI Is Sharing Important Spring And Summer Safety Tips To Remember
OSI News:
SANTA FE — As New Mexicans head outdoors to enjoy warmer weather, the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) is reminding residents to stay mindful of how small actions can make a big difference in preventing devastating fires.
OSI is reminding New Mexico residents to stay vigilant of outdoor activities that can unintentionally spark wildfire if proper precautions are not taken.
As residents are getting outside and having fun this spring and summer, follow these tips and tricks every day to help mitigate the start of wildfires:
- Never leave campfires unattended and always