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Hilltopper Girls Basketball Announces All-District Selections

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SPORTS News:

The Hilltoppers basketball All-District player selections have been announced. All-District players are nominated by each coach in the district (LAHS, Española, Moriarty, Pojoaque, Taos).   

Coaches cannot vote for their own players. Players receiving the top 8 most votes are 1st team All-District selections. The next 8 players are 2nd team selections.

Los Alamos All-District 1st team players:

Aaliyah Chavez. Photo by Andrew Lyon

Aaliyah Chavez (sophomore) was the primary point guard for the Hilltoppers this season. She was the team’s 2nd leading scorer (6.8 pts/game). Read More

Los Alamos Tennis Team Wins Home Game Against Taos

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The Los Alamos Tennis team hosted Taos on Wednesday, and both the boys and girls teams won their matches. Next up will be the Academy Invite April 3 and 4. The next Topper Tennis home match will be vs St. Mike’s at 3 p.m., Wednesday April 8. Pictured: Left to right: (back row) Ana Saenz, Olivia Hamilton, Alea Kretz, Lucia Rudin, Vivian Haigh, Julia Robel, Ajla Bock, Leah Gramer, Coach Travis Gibson, (front row) Coach Lindsay Gibson, Lorrin Fordham, Caris Hatler, Angelie Echave, Kylee Lovato. Courtesy photo

Junior, Caris Hatler lines up a forehand. Courtesy photo Read More

LAPS: It’s Time To Register For Kindergarten

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LAPS News:

Now’s the time to register for kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year.

Go to www.laschools.net/families-students/registration for more information and to register using either a computer or smartphone.

Students currently enrolled in the LAPS PreK program enrolling in kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year may enroll as returning students through the parent PowerSchool portal at https://laps.powerschool.com/public.

New students, including out-of-district students, must apply using the New Student Registration Form.

Admission to kindergarten as required Read More

New Free Adaptive Fitness Class Launches At The YMCA: Strong Foundations – Adaptive Strength & Balance

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YMCA News:

The Family YMCA is excited to introduce a new inclusive fitness opportunity for the community. Strong Foundations – Adaptive Strength & Balance is a free class designed to support teens and adults of all abilities in building strength, balance, and confidence. The class will begin Tuesday, April 14, in the Main Y Studio.

This adaptive program focuses on developing core strength, posture, balance, and coordination through intentional and repeatable movement patterns. Designed for individuals with special needs and diverse abilities, the class provides individualized Read More

MIAC Offers Spring Break Hands-On Art Activities For All

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NMDCA News:

SANTA FE — Families and visitors are invited to celebrate Spring Break at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture (MIAC) with a week of creative, hands-on art activities inspired by the season and the museum’s current exhibitions.

From nature-based crafts to photography and printmaking, each day offers a unique opportunity to explore opportunity to explore art, culture, and nature in an engaging and welcoming environment. All materials are provided.

Activities are 1-4 p.m. daily:

  • Tuesday, March 31 – Make pinecone bird feeders (Outdoor Arroyo)
  • Wednesday, April 1 – Create your own
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NNSA Issues Final Site-Wide Environmental Impact Statement And Record Of Decision For Expanded Operations For Los Alamos National Laboratory

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Los Alamos National Laboratory. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) today issued its Final Site-Wide Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision to implement an Expanded Operations Alternative to manage Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in the coming years.

The Record of Decision accompanies completion of LANL’s Sitewide Environmental Impact Statement, which followed the National Environmental Policy Act to evaluate potential environmental impacts of three options for continuing LANL Read More

Funding Opportunities For Local Businesses Available Through The Regional Development Corporation

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County has announced that local businesses now have access to a range of financial resources through the Regional Development Corporation (RDC), offering loans and grants to support growth, equipment purchases, and specialized training. Interested businesses are encouraged to apply before the deadline in April.

TEAM Fund

The Technology & Manufacturing Fund offers no-interest loans up to $20,000 for for-profit manufacturing or technology businesses in northern New Mexico. Applicants must have been in business for at least one year and apply by April 10; Read More

NNMC Joins New Mexico Open Educational Resources Consortium To Expand Textbook Affordability

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NNMC News:

ESPAÑOLA — The New Mexico Open Educational Resources (NMOER) Consortium is proud to announce that Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) has officially joined as its fourth member. As part of this new partnership, NNMC has been awarded a $6,000 grant to promote the use of Open Educational Resources (OER) on its campus, further strengthening the state’s commitment to college affordability.

Launched in 2024, the NMOER Consortium is a statewide partnership led by the University of New Mexico in collaboration with Central New Mexico Community College and Santa Fe Community College. Read More