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Future Outlook For CDT Southern Terminus

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CDTC News:

SANTA FE — Deep in the Chihuahuan Desert of southern New Mexico, previously quiet places are receiving new attention. Namely, access to the southern terminus of Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) in southern New Mexico has undergone numerous changes during the past year, resulting in new infrastructure and requiring additional planning for some travelers. 

Last summer, management of lands encompassing the CDT southern terminus monument was transferred from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to the U.S. Army at Fort Huachuca with the creation of the New Mexico National Read More

Final Update For Nacimiento Wildfire—Now 100% Contained

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Courtesy/SFNF

SFNF News:

Location: The wildfire is in the Cuba Ranger District, south of New Mexico State Road 126 and the Nacimiento Mine 

Start Date: March 22, 2026

Size: 18 acres 

Containment: 100 % 

Cause: Under investigation 

Vegetation: Burning in oak, ponderosa pine, pinyon-juniper, and Douglas fir.  

Resources: 60 personnel  

Highlights: Fire crews remain actively engaged using a direct extinguishment strategy on the 18‑acre wildfire. On Sunday, firefighters, supported by large airtankers dropping retardant, were able to stop the fire’s forward progress. Handlines, along Read More

New Document Added To Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Reading Room

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LANL News:

New documents have been added to the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room.

All legacy cleanup documents required to be posted after April 30, 2018, are available on the site linked above.

For legacy cleanup documents that were posted prior to April 30, 2018, please visit the LANL electronic public reading room.

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Leadership Los Alamos Hosts Local Youth Session

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Courtesy/LLA

LLA News:

Leadership Los Alamos (LLA) hosted an insightful session focused on local youth and education March 13 at UNM-LA. While the main focus was on Los Alamos education, the discussions extended to regional and state issues. These discussions highlighted the current educational landscape, addressing challenges, advancements, and trends.

The day was led by Carter Payne, Assistant Superintendent of LAPS; Mike Holtzclaw, UNM-LA Chancellor; and Eli Argo, Teen Center Director.

Throughout the day, class members heard about various programs that exist to better serve the Read More

LAPS Announces 2026 Northeastern New Mexico Science & Engineering Fair Award Winners

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Los Alamos Middle School seventh graders Mason Garcia and Andrew Gilbertson were both recipients of the Oppenheimer Memorial Fund Award for their science fair projects. Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

Congratulations to the 2026 Northeastern New Mexico Science & Engineering Fair award winners.

First-, second-, and third-place winners will compete in April at the New Mexico State Science & Engineering Fair at New Mexico Tech. 

Best In Show: Junior Division

  • Andrew Gilbertson, “Detecting Exoplanets with Python and PyTorch”

Best in Show Senior Division Runners-up

  • 1st Alternate: Linus
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Pets Of The Week: Blake And Phoebe

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Blake the bubbly, bright-eyed boy is here to bring the fun and the joy to your days! This 10-month-old, 46-pound shepherd/husky mix is a smiling, splash-seeking, leaf-chasing legend. Blake believes every day should include a little adventure, a lot of joy, lots and lots of stuffies, and preferably… water. A total river romancer, Blake happily paddles along catching drifting leaves like they’re nature’s tennis balls. He’ll even dip his face underwater and blow bubbles like it’s his personal party trick.

Beyond the silliness, Blake is a sweet, sunshine-hearted sidekick who adores people Read More

To’hajiilee Man Accused Of Shooting Two Navajo Nation Police Officers Faces Federal Charges

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A To’hajiilee man faces federal charges in connection with the shooting of two Navajo Nation Police Department officers.

According to court records, on March 6, 2026, Russell Secatero, 29, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, allegedly shot and injured two Navajo Nation Police Department officers during a law enforcement response to reports of gunfire near a residence in To’hajiilee, New Mexico.

Authorities allege Secatero hid inside a closet attached to the residence and fired at officers with a rifle, striking Officer John Doe in the arm and back and injuring Read More

Speakers Announced For St. John’s College’s LASER Opening Panel For SciFi Exhibition Shimmer

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SJC News:

The first LASER Artist Panel for St. John’s College’s statewide SciArt Exhibition Shimmer will be from 3–5 p.m., Saturday, April 4, 2026, featuring panel presenters Jeanette Hart-Mann, Kira Howard, Palma Maya-Johnson and Alyce Santoro with a public opening reception after.  

Register early, space is limited.

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Acclaimed Violinist Rachel Barton Pine Brings Virtuosity & Vision To Los Alamos April 11

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LACA News:

The Los Alamos Concert Association is proud to welcome world-renowned American violinist Rachel Barton Pine performing at 3 p.m., Saturday, April 11, in the Duane Smith Auditorium.

As the fourth installment of LACA’s 79th season, this concert highlights Pine’s “striking and charismatic” (The New York Times) artistry. While she often performs with the world’s foremost orchestras such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and Vienna Symphony Orchestra, Ms. Pine will be performing solo and with a piano accompaniment in Read More

New Mexico State Fairgrounds District Board Approves First Phase Of Redevelopment

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — The State Fairgrounds District Board Monday voted 6-1 to approve the first phase of a redevelopment plan that will transform the central Albuquerque site into a walkable, mixed-use destination designed to improve public safety, create new jobs and generate economic activity.

The redevelopment initiative will reorganize and consolidate existing State Fairgrounds facilities to make room for new development, create a walkable mixed-use core and establish a modern stadium to anchor the project. The plan’s financing includes $92 million in bonding capacity and $114 Read More