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Los Alamos History Museum Announces New Exhibit: Secrets Of Shangri-la: Enlisted Women At Project Y

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 Los Alamos History Museum News:

The Los Alamos History Museum is proud to announce the opening of a new special exhibit, Secrets of Shangri-la: Enlisted Women at Project Y, which explores the often-overlooked contributions of enlisted women who served in Los Alamos during World War II as part of the Manhattan Project.

During World War II, Los Alamos—known only by its code name, Project Y—became the central laboratory of the Manhattan Project, the top-secret effort to develop the atomic bomb. While scientists such as J. Robert Oppenheimer have become household names, hundreds of enlisted Read More

Los Alamos JJAB Announces New Executive Director Dianna Reichelt

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New Los Alamos JJAB Executive Director Dianna Reichelt

LOS ALAMOS JJAB News:

Los Alamos JJAB announces that Dianna Reichelt is its new Executive Director. An internal leader who has been instrumental in the organization’s recent successes, Reichelt steps into the role following a period of unprecedented growth and community impact.

Since joining JJAB in 2021, Reichelt has demonstrated a unique trajectory of leadership, advancing through key roles to her appointment as Executive Director. This progression has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of JJAB’s operations, from Read More

Daily Postcard: Colorful Red-naped Sapsucker Spotted Friday In Upper Water Canyon

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Daily Postcard: A colorful Red-naped Sapsucker was spotted on Friday morning in Upper Water Canyon. Red-naped Sapsuckers are often seen during the spring and fall. They drill holes in trees in very neatly spaced rows, leaving the holes to fill with sap and then return periodically to drink the sap that has oozed out. Source: PEEC Bird Guide https://peecnature.org/learn/nature-guides/bird-guide/. Photo by Marc Bailey Read More

School Board To Hold Work Session Thursday At LAHS

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LAPS News:

The Los Alamos Public Schools Board will hold a Work Session at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday at Los Alamos High School, 1300 Diamond Drive.

The meeting is open to the public.

Agenda

  1. Pledge of Allegiance
  2. Call to Order
  3. Roll Call
  4. Routine Business/Approval of Agenda
  5. Recognition by the Board
  6. a. LAHS Student Council Representatives
    1. Student Liaison Representatives
    2. Superintendent’s Report
    3. Public Comment for items not on the agenda
  1. Routine Business/Consent Agenda items

Budget Adjustment Report

Disposals

Draft Minutes, March 10, 2026

Action Item

  1. LAHS School Report

Presented by LAHS Admin Team, Read More

LAPD Awarded Third CALEA Re-Accreditation

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Gathered for the award ceremony, from left, CALEA Commissioner Matthew Packard, Colonel, Colorado State Patrol, Los Alamos ECC Accreditation Manager Erica Manzanares, LAPD Deputy Chief James Rodriguez, LAPD Chief Dino Sgambellone, Los Alamos Deputy County Manager Juan Rael,  Los Alamos Deputy ECC Manager Seth Martinez, and CALEA Executive Director Craig Hartley. Courtesy/LAPD

LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) was awarded the Gold Standard in Public Safety Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) during a special ceremony Read More

Community Invited To Red Cross Shelter Operations Training

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Office of Emergency Management is partnering with the American Red Cross to offer Shelter Operations Training for community members interested in supporting disaster response efforts.

The training is 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 11, at the White Rock Training Center/Emergency Operations Center at 139 Longview Drive. 

During disasters, the American Red Cross helps ensure individuals and families who are displaced have a safe place to stay, a hot meal, and access to essential support services. This training will introduce participants to the fundamentals Read More

State Invests $13.5M In Trails, Programs, Recreation Economy 

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Climbing, hiking and tent camping are among the fastest growing activities in New Mexico. Courtesy/EDD

STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico will invest $13.5 million in trails, watersheds and outdoor access as part of the FY 27 state budget signed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, boosting the state’s $3.6 billion outdoor recreation economy. 

The Outdoor Recreation Division of the Economic Development Department (EDD) will receive $3.5 million toward its Outdoor Equity Fund, the nation’s first-of-its-kind grant program dedicated to connecting underserved youth with outdoor experiences. Read More

Los Alamos High School Senior Stetson Trujillo Signs National Letter Of Intent To Rodeo For NMSU

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From left, NMSU Head Coach Brice Baggarly, LAHS Senior Stetson Trujillo and NMSU Assistant Coach Tate Harmon on National Signing Day, in which Trujillo signs his intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Courtesy/NMSU

NMSU News:

Los Alamos High School senior and Abiqui resident Stetson Trujillo, has signed a National Letter of Intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Family, friends, and coaches recently gathered to celebrate his achievement.

Trujillo, 18, has competed in NMHSRA, 4-H, and NMRA rodeo, earning top finishes in steer wrestling, Read More

Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble Presents ‘Music Above And Beyond For Spring’ May 9 & 10

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SFWE News:

The Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble’s 45th season treats audiences to “Music Above and Beyond” that will inspire and uplift your hearts and minds. This Mother’s Day weekend, join Music Director Linda Raney, the Ensemble’s 16 singers, trumpeter Jan McDonald and pianist Bill Epstein for an elevating and heartwarming musical experience.

The selections for their spring concerts include pieces written in a variety of musical eras, from Francesca Caccini’s “O vive rose,” composed in the 1600s, to the performances’ highlight, the world premiere of this year’s thrilling new commission, Read More

Northern New Mexico College Supports Students All The Way, From High School Equivalency To Degrees

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Matt Baldonado

NNMC News:

ESPAÑOLA — Matt Baldonado’s educational path has not been an easy one. When he dropped out of high school he was told he would never amount to anything. 

“I had the mentality that I wasn’t as smart as other kids,” Baldonado said.

With the help of Northern New Mexico College’s High School Equivalency Program (HEP) and College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), Baldonado has not only earned his high school equivalency diploma and plumbing and pipefitting certificates, he has gained confidence in his ability to master the skills he needs to achieve his dreams. He now works Read More