Del Norte Credit Union Launches New DNCU LOV Initiatives Scholarship Program
DNCU is offering four scholarship opportunities, totaling $47,000, to help students pursuing higher education. Courtesy/DNCU
DNCU News:
SANTA FE – As part of its mission of improving the lives of youth and families across New Mexico, Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU) is launching its newly expanded DNCU LOV Initiatives Scholarship Program.
This year, DNCU is offering four scholarship opportunities, totaling $47,000, to help students unlock their full potential.
Scholarships Available:
- General Scholarship Fund administered by Scholarship America®
- Technical Trade Schools Scholarship
Obituary: LeRoy (Lee) Edward Coca Feb. 24, 1962 – Feb. 17, 2026
LeRoy (Lee) Edward Coca Feb. 24, 1962 – Feb. 17, 2026
LeRoy Edward Coca passed away on February 17, 2026, just one week shy of his 64th birthday. He was a devoted father, proud grandfather, loyal friend, and a man who lived life on his own terms — often with the sound of a Harley engine or classic rock playing in the background.
LeRoy was born on February 24, 1962, and grew up in Laramie, a place he always held close to his heart. His roots ran deep, the epitome of Wyoming strong. He loved sharing stories of growing up there with friends and cousins and graduated from high school in 1980.
In 1984, he moved to Read More
Scenes Of March 3 Total Lunar Eclipse Over Los Alamos
The view at 4:30 a.m. today from North Community of the total lunar eclipse over Los Alamos. Photo by Marc Baily
The view around 4:30 a.m. today of the total lunar eclipse over Los Alamos taken from Anderson Overlook. ‘The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.’ Psalm 19:1. Photo by Steve Bublitz
The view this morning of the total lunar eclipse over Los Alamos. Photo by Lauren Hughes
The view through clouds this morning of the partial lunar eclipse over Los Alamos. Photo by Tariq Aslam
The view through clouds this morning of the total lunar eclipse taken over Los Read More
County To Host Open Houses On Comprehensive Plan
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County will host two public engagement open houses in March as part of its comprehensive plan update process. County residents are encouraged to attend and provide input.
This update to the 2016 comprehensive plan will serve as the County’s long-range planning policy guide and will shape decisions around land use, infrastructure, housing, transportation, and economic development for many years to come.
An open house in Los Alamos will be held 5:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, in Council Chambers. A second open house in White Rock will take place 12:30-2 p.m. on Read More
Charles And Connie Pacheco Celebrate 75th Anniversary
Charles and Connie Pacheco celebrated 75 years of marriage on Jan. 22, 2026. Courtesy photo
Charles and Connie Pacheco on their wedding day on Jan. 22, 1951. Courtesy photo
Highlights from the 75-year marriage of Charles and Connie Pacheco:
Charles and Connie Pacheco met on May 20, 1949, when Connie graduated from high school in Taos, New Mexico. Connie’s cousin Tommy and Charles were good friends; he invited him to go to the graduation and that’s when they met. Her bother-in-law, Ken Wilson, worked in Los Alamos at the Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory (LASL), (now called Los Alamos National Read More
2025 Emissions Inventory Live Training Session Wednesday
NMED News:
NM Environment Department — Air Quality Bureau – Emissions Inventory Section is conducting several live training sessions for the 2025 Emission Inventory. The third live training session is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. MST, March 4, 2026. All live training sessions will be conducted on MS Teams.
Click here to join the March 4 live training session.
For more information about the 2025 Emissions Inventory, please refer to the NMED Emissions Inventory.
For additional information concerning this bulletin, please contact Nevil Franco, Nevil.franco@env.nm.gov, Read More
Los Alamos County Hosts Community Meeting On Mesa Trail Improvements Wednesday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County invites community members to attend the first community engagement session for the Los Alamos Mesa Trail Rehabilitation Project at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 4 at Fuller Lodge (2132 Central Ave., Los Alamos, NM 87544).
This initiative focuses on creating a safer, more accessible, and welcoming trail experience for users of all abilities. The project will rehabilitate approximately 2,500 linear feet of the Los Alamos Mesa Trail to bring it into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines Read More
FBI: Dulce Man Charged After Violent Assault
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Dulce was man indicted on Federal Charges alleging he seriously injured another individual during an assault.
According to court records, Oct. 27, 2025, Russell Alan Veneno, 50, an enrolled member of the Jicarilla Apache Nation, assaulted John Doe with a table and a knife, and the assault resulted in serious bodily injury.
Veneno is federally charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury. If convicted, Veneno faces up to 10 years in prison.
First Assisting U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Justin A. Garris, Special Agent Read More
Hermeus’ Supersonic Plane Takes Flight From Spaceport America
Hermeus’ Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 vehicle readies for its first flight Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, at Spaceport America. Courtesy/Hermeus
SPACEPORT AMERICA News:
LAS CRUCES — Hermeus, a high-speed aircraft manufacturer headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., celebrated a successful first flight of its latest Quarterhorse aircraft at Spaceport America.
The flight of the Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 was the second first flight conducted by Hermeus in less than a year and the first from Spaceport America since the company began operations there in December 2025. One of the largest unmanned aircraft to fly, Read More
Robinson: State’s Legislative Schedule And Structure Are Locked In The Past
By Sherry Robinson
All She Wrote
© 2026 New Mexico News Services
In my time covering the Legislature, I watched thoughtful deliberations for the first few weeks of a session. After that the pace picked up, the days grew longer, and hearings stretched into the wee hours and filled weekends. In the final week, hoarse, exhausted legislators were still trying to move legislation, but many a good bill – maybe one you cared about – died because the clock ran out.
This is no way to run a railroad, I thought year after year.
New Mexico’s Legislature is locked in an outdated schedule and structure. Sessions Read More
Hideout Café Opens At UNM-Los Alamos Campus, Marking Second Restaurant For Local Owner
Victor Castillo stands at newly opened Hideout Café at UNM-LA campus. Courtesy photo
SBDC News:
Hideout Café is now open at the University of New Mexico–Los Alamos campus, offering students, staff and the broader community a new on-campus, mountain view, dining option featuring New Mexican favorites and a fresh salad bar.
The cafe is owned and operated by Victor Castillo, who also owns Señor Tortas, located at Smith’s Marketplace in Los Alamos. Hideout Café is Castillo’s second restaurant in town and takes the place of the former Secret City Cafe.
“We’re excited to bring something new and Read More
State Workforce Solutions Announces 2,800 New Mexicans Trained For Climate, Infrastructure Careers
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Nearly three thousand New Mexicans have been trained for infrastructure and climate-ready careers – far surpassing the statewide target of 2,000 by the end of the year.
The numbers surpass targets outlined in the Governor’s Building New Mexico’s Workforce to Foster the Clean Energy Transition, Infrastructure Investments, and Resilient Communities, Executive Order 2024-152, which required a strategic and unified approach to enhance infrastructure and clean energy workforce training across 11 state agencies and offices.
“Without a skilled workforce, we Read More
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FBI: Gallup Man Arrested For Assault Causing Serious Injuries
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Gallup man is facing federal charges after allegedly attacking an adult victim inside a vehicle, causing serious facial injuries.
According to court documents, Dec. 31, 2025, Dennison Billy, Jr., 35, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, allegedly assaulted an adult victim while the victim was driving and Billy was in the passenger seat of a vehicle. Responding officers found Billy highly intoxicated in the passenger seat and the victim nearby with visible blood and multiple injuries, including facial trauma, bruising, and a swollen finger. The victim reported Read More
Hilltoppers Capture Back-To-Back State Hockey Championships
Assistant Coach Greg Casados, William Nettleton, Assistant Coach John Dunwoody, Jaxon Kelley, Rowan Mowrer, David Vargas, Luke Johnson, Aiden Stow, Milo Naes, Angus Smith, Thomas DeVargas, Lance Metcalf, Landyn Cisneros, Colton Berg, Aiden Alley, Head Coach Lyle Grove, Assistant Coach Justin Paschke. Front row: (Goalie) Knox DeGroot. Courtesy photo
SPORTS News:
SANTA FE — The Los Alamos Hilltopper varsity hockey team claimed its second consecutive state championship yesterday in dramatic fashion, defeating El Paso 2–1 in sudden-death overtime.
The Hilltoppers capped off an extraordinary Read More
New Mexico Arts 2026 Poetry Out Loud State Finals March 8
NMA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Arts announces the state finals for the 21st anniversary of Poetry Out Loud.
At 1 p.m., Sunday, March 8, 11 high school students from across New Mexico will participate in the Poetry Out Loud® state finals. Held for the first time ever in Albuquerque at the Albuquerque Journal Theater in the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM. The event is free and open to all ages to watch the performances.
The following high school students will be representing their school at the Poetry Out Loud New Mexico Final:
- Vinny Valenzuela – Cottonwood
Los Alamos Historical Society Monthly Lecture: Secrets Of Shangri-la March 10
Interstate Stream Commission Launches WaterTAP To Help Communities Strengthen Water System Reliability
OSE News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission (NMISC) has launched a free, web-based planning tool to help water systems across the state find funding, fix vulnerabilities and plan for a more reliable water future.
Across New Mexico, many communities—especially small and rural ones—depend on local public water systems that often have limited capacity to sift through complex technical information, funding pathways, and resilience strategies. WaterTAP is built to reduce that burden by organizing trusted information into a clear workflow that supports decision-making Read More
Finding Space To Breathe: Mike Brake’s BrakeTime Photography Featured At Los Alamos Co-op Market
Local photographer Mike Brake with his photographs on display through April 30, with an opening reception taking place 5:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, at the Los Alamos Co-op Market. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
In a town known for high achievement, scientific innovation, and busy schedules, local photographer Mike Brake is inviting the community to do something countercultural: slow down.
Now through April 30, Brake will be the featured artist at the Los Alamos Co-op Market. The two-month exhibit will showcase a collection of landscape photographs from New Mexico and beyond, each one Read More
Pajarito Environmental Education Center To Host Workshop On Making High‐Quality iNaturalist Observations On Pi Day
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will celebrate Pi Day (3/14) with a free, hands‐on workshop, How to Make a Good iNaturalist Observation (Pi‐Naturalist), 1-3:30 p.m., Saturday, March 14 at the Los Alamos Nature Center.
The program is designed for anyone interested in improving their iNaturalist skills, from complete beginners to seasoned users looking to strengthen the quality and accuracy of their observations.
iNaturalist has become an essential tool for documenting biodiversity and contributing to community science. However, many users find that Read More