Marshall Maez Enters County Council Election Race
Marshall Maez files to run for a position on Los Alamos County Council Tuesday morning inside Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Maez, Democrat, said housing is the main issue he would like to focus on. ‘I have three children up here and six grandchildren and I would really like for them to afford to stay up here.’ One of his young grand-daughters accompanied him Tuesday to the Municipal Building and Maez said, ‘I want to see her grow up in this community and her parents afford to live up here.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Joe Granville Files To Run For County Council
Joe Granville, Democrat, files to run for a position on Los Alamos County Council Tuesday morning inside Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Granville, who previously served as Sheriff, explained he decided to run for Council because ‘I felt it was a good time in my life to offer up to serve.’ As far as what issues Granville would like to focus on, he said, ‘I would like to hear what the issues are for people.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
NM Rep. Christine Chandler Files For Re-Election
N.M. District 43 Rep. Christine Chandler files for re-election Tuesday morning inside Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Chandler, Democrat, is currently serving her third term. She said she decided to run again because ‘I really enjoy working on the issues related to the state and trying to help people. I still think there’s a lot to do and I bring a lot of experience on how state and local government work.’ She added if elected she would like to continue address installing guardrails for social media and AI as well as continuing to support families in the state. Photo by Read More
Eric Stromberg Enters Election Race For County Council
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor, files on Eric Stromberg’s behalf, for a position on the Council. Stromberg, Republican, currently serves on the Board of Public Utilities. He was unable to file in person so Reagor filed on his behalf. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Registration Open For LAAC Summer Camp
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council announces the return of its summer camps at the Fuller Lodge Art Center.
Each week has a new art-based theme, but students are always encouraged to follow their own creativity. Students can explore different art projects and learn about art, play with their friends, and take quiet time to try a new craft on the lawn at the historic Fuller Lodge. With an emphasis on play-based art projects, this summer is full of creativity for children.
Summer camps run Monday-Friday in June and July with morning and afternoon sessions available to fit students’ scheduling Read More
David Hampton Files To Run For County Council
Municipal Judge Elizabeth Allen Files For Re-Election
Elizabeth Allen, Democrat, files for re-election to the Municipal Judge position Tuesday morning inside Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. This would be her third term. Allen said she decided to run again ‘because I care deeply about strengthening our court and the services that support the people who come through it.’ Looking back on her tenure as Municipal Judge, Allen said, ‘I am very proud of the fact that we transition to paperless. We increased access to justice by ensuring interpretation services. I am proud of the community collaborations I have created Read More
LANL: Docs Added To Electronic Public Reading Room
LANL News:
The following documents have been added to the Los Alamos National Laboratory Electronic Reading Room. The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Read MoreGlorious Sunrise Fills Sky This Morning Over White Rock
Glorious sunrise viewed early this morning over White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Signs Four Education Bills
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed four education bills Monday, putting years of investment and measurable student gains into permanent state law.
The legislation—covering literacy instruction, math teacher preparation, special education services and school employee insurance—passed both chambers of the legislature with near-unanimous or unanimous bipartisan support.
“Today marks another milestone in changing the trajectory of public education in New Mexico,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “Reading proficiency is up 10 percentage points Read More
County Parks & Recreation Board To Meet March 12
Ben Ray Luján Earns Support Of Supermajority Of Democratic Party Delegates In Pre-Primary Convention
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
STATE News:
MESCALERO — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján earned the support of 85.91 percent of delegates at the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s pre-primary convention this weekend in Mescalero, New Mexico.
“I’m deeply honored to have earned the support of my fellow Democrats at the pre-primary convention. I’m proud to stand with Democrats from every corner of our state, and I will continue fighting every day for the place we call home, holding this administration accountable, and delivering investments to all 33 counties.
“Democrats across New Mexico are energized and ready Read More
Town Of Red River Unveils Three New Public Transit Buses, Marking A Major Step Forward In Community Transportation
Courtesy photo
RR News:
RED RIVER — The Town of Red River officially unveiled three newly purchased public transit buses last week in a ceremony attended by town officials, community members, and local stakeholders. The new vehicles will replace the town’s existing fleet of three buses, ensuring continued and improved on-demand transit service for residents and visitors.
Red River’s transit service operates on an on-demand model, allowing riders to request transportation as needed rather than following fixed schedules. The no-cost ride can be requested by calling the transit dispatch Read More
UH Researcher Disputes Claim That Multilingualism Promotes Better Brain Aging
HEALTH News:
HOUSTON — University of Houston professor of psychology Arturo Hernandez is disputing a high-profile study published in the journal Nature Aging claiming that people who live in multilingual countries show healthier brain aging. Though the study got lots of attention, Hernandez reports in the journal Brain and Language that the findings warrant cautious interpretation and reframing of public health implications.
“We took a closer look and argued that the study’s conclusions go further than the data can support,” Hernandez said.
According to Hernandez, the countries Read More
Ashley Pond Park Closure Notice For Concrete Replacement
COUNTY News:
The Parks and Open Space Division announces that sections of Ashley Pond Park will be temporarily closed to the public beginning the week of March 16 to allow crews to complete scheduled concrete replacement and safety improvements throughout the park.
The project will include the removal and replacement of aging and damaged concrete in high-traffic areas. These improvements are part of the County’s ongoing commitment to maintaining safe, accessible, and high-quality public spaces for residents and visitors. The project is estimated to last three weeks, and the designated Read More
New Mexico’s Flo Valdez To Be Inducted Into NFHS Hall Of Fame Class Of 2026
Flo Valdez
NMAA News:
The New Mexico Activities Association is proud to announce New Mexico’s longtime volleyball coach Flo Valdez will be inducted into the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Valdez and the Class of 2026 will be honored at the 43nd induction ceremony of the National High School Hall of Fame, which will be held at the 107th NFHS Summer Meeting in Salt Lake City, UT.
Valdez is one of 12 individuals selected for induction into the 2026 Class of the National High School Hall of Fame. “Flo Valdez’s career is defined not only by her achievements but by her Read More
Black Mesa Brass Quintet To Perform March 20
National Park Service Announces Return Of Independence Day Fireworks To Mount Rushmore National Memorial
NPS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Park Service today announced fireworks will again illuminate the sky above Mount Rushmore National Memorial July 3, 2026, to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. Public tickets for the event will be available through a lottery on Recreation.gov from April 8 – 12.
After a five-year absence, the return of fireworks to this iconic national memorial reflects President Donald J. Trump’s vision of a “grand celebration worthy of the momentous occasion of the 250th anniversary of American Independence.”
“In partnership with the State of South Dakota, Read More
SFCC Accepting Applications For Free Environmental Technician Training
Participants in an EPA job training exercise. Courtesy photo
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is accepting applications for its free Environmental Technician training program, which provides the training, skills and certifications necessary to enter a wide range of job opportunities in the environmental profession. Applications will be accepted through April 14, 2026. The free training runs April 20 through May 22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road. This intensive 5-week training program provides Read More
Robinson: Healthcare Supporters Enjoyed Some Wins, But Don’t Get Too Comfortable
By SHERRY ROBINSON
All She Wrote
© 2026 New Mexico News Services
Sometimes I’m happy to be wrong.
Before the legislative session began, I didn’t have much faith that lawmakers would deliver on healthcare needs and told readers as much. But in the 30-day sprint we call governing, legislators pushed through a couple of the landmark bills, along with several important but less known measures.
And they showed some overdue love and respect to our dwindling number of doctors.
It’s a good beginning, but those of you who contacted your legislators, wrote letters to the editor or posted online should stay Read More