A Taste Of Grassfed Smackdown 2026 Returns To Santa Fe Brewing Co. March 22

BUSINESS News:
SANTA FE — Edible New Mexico and the Southwest Grassfed Livestock Alliance invite the public to A Taste of Grassfed Smackdown on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing Co. The lively tasting event celebrates the region’s grassfed ranchers while pairing them with local chefs for an afternoon of inspired dishes, community connection, and friendly culinary competition.
At the heart of the event, seven chefs are paired with seven regional ranchers, each creating an original bite featuring grassfed and grass-finished meat. Guests will sample the dishes, meet Read More
LANL Director Thom Mason Outlines Hiring, Workforce Pipelines, And Regional Impact At REDI Summit
Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Thom Mason delivering the opening conversation at the REDI Summit, held March 5 at the Cities of Gold Hotel Event Center in Pojoaque. Courtesy/LANL
By MARK MACINNES
Los Alamos Daily Post
Thom Mason, Director of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), delivered the opening conversation at the REDI Summit, held March 5 at the Cities of Gold Hotel Event Center in Pojoaque. The Regional Economic Development Initiative (REDI) brought together leaders from Northern New Mexico—including representatives from businesses and public institutions—to encourage Read More
Los Alamos Medical Center Black Friday Sale March 13
Private Sector Adds Momentum To IVY 2026

IVY News:
Energy and enthusiasm from the private sector are adding powerful momentum to the International Volunteer Year (IVY) 2026, as global companies signal a strong commitment to elevating volunteerism as a driver of sustainable development.
From automotive and technology to pharmaceuticals, and from finance to energy, companies see IVY 2026 as an opportunity to champion volunteer action at scale. They are exploring ways to leverage their platforms, communications channels and employee engagement programmes to make the Year visible and inspire action worldwide, further highlighting Read More
Beso Jewels At Village Arts Friday & Saturday
From left to right: Aquamarine necklace and ring, sterling silver earrings, fantasy-cut green Topaz ring in 14k gold. Courtesy photo
BUSINESS News:
It’s a rule, you must wear green on Saint Patrick’s Day! Visit Beso Jewels at Village Arts this Friday and Saturday. Village Arts has a great selection of arts and crafts for all ages, and Beso Jewels has plenty of “St. Patrick’s baubles”—green of course.
- 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Friday, March 13
- 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, March 14
Services:
- Repairs of all types
- Custom design
- Gold and Silver jewelry
- Silver Coins
- Appraisals
- Gemstones, Pearls and Diamonds
Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Partners With Local Leaders On Special Women’s Leadership Luncheon March 26 For Women’s History Month

From the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce:
Forget the dry PowerPoint presentations! Join the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce, Del Norte Credit Union, UbiQD, and Mullein Leaf Massage & Wellness Institute on Thursday, March 26 at Crossroads Bible Church for a keynote address, panel discussion, and Italian buffet lunch.
This event is designed to spark fresh ideas and foster real connections, bringing together the brightest minds in the region to discuss what it takes to succeed in today’s business landscape. This affordable event is open to all, regardless of Chamber affiliation, with advance Read More
Heinrich Spotlights Economic Growth At Central New Mexico Manufacturing & Innovation Expo
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) speaks at the Central New Mexico Manufacturing & Innovation Expo, March 6, 2026. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
LOS LUNAS — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) spoke at the Central New Mexico Manufacturing and Innovation Expo, highlighting how his work to pass the Infrastructure Law, CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act, helped create the foundation for exponential economic growth in the region.
“Today is kind of a full circle moment for me, because six years ago, Congress hadn’t fully touched industrial policy in probably 50 years, Read More
State Accepting Applications To Support New Mexico Business Incubator Certification
EDD News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico business incubators have until April 2 to apply for grants of up to $150,000 through the New Mexico Incubator Certification Support (ICS) Grant program.
Administered by the Economic Development Department’s (EDD) Technology and Innovation Office, the competitive grant helps non-certified incubators meet the requirements of the New Mexico Certified Business Incubator program.
Grants are open to all sectors, not just those in tech and innovation. All grantees are required to use these funds to pursue meeting certification requirements through the State’s Read More
SBDC-Los Alamos Introduces Chefs For You … Come Taste The Comfort, One Sangwich At A Time!
Chefs for You, LLC family includes Jesus, Patsy, Louie and nephew. Photo by Janice Krish/SBDC-Los Alamos
BUSINESS News:
Chefs for You, LLC, a family-owned gourmet food truck founded by brothers Jesus and Louie and mom Patsy, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its newest mobile kitchen serving the breakfast and lunch crowd throughout Los Alamos County. Offering more food options for residents and visitors!
The family goes way back with food knowledge and experience from when grandma sold tamales. Both brothers have deep experience in the food industry, most recently at the Food Read More
New Mexico Economic Development Department Announces Call For Creative Industries’ Public Development Projects
EDD Cabinet Secretary Rob Black
EDD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announces that local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations and Pueblo governments across New Mexico can now apply for a new state-backed creative industries initiative designed to help communities build arts and cultural economy projects before competing for formal grant funding this fall.
The pre-application window runs at 6 p.m. MST, March 2 through June 30, 2026. Eligible applicants include local governments, counties, municipalities, Tribal Nations Pueblo governments Read More