Employment

USDA Announces New Presidential Appointee Travis L. Day To Serve Rural New Mexico

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Travis L. Day

USDA News:

ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced Travis L. Day is appointed by President Donald Trump to serve as the USDA Rural Development State Director for the state of New Mexico.

Director Day will implement President Trump’s America First agenda at USDA Rural Development, ensuring the needs of America’s farmers, ranchers, and producers remain a top priority.

“When America’s farming communities prosper, the entire nation thrives. This new group of USDA appointees will ensure President Trump’s America First agenda is a reality in rural Read More

National Museum Of Nuclear Science & History Promotes Maria Sultemeier To Volunteer & Community Outreach Manager

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Maria Sultemeier

NMNSH News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (NMNSH) has announced the promotion of Maria Sultemeier to the position of Volunteer and Community Outreach Manager, effective Feb. 2, 2026.

Sultemeier, who previously served as the museum’s Volunteer Coordinator, will now take on an expanded leadership role overseeing the growth and strategic direction of the museum’s volunteer programs and community partnerships.

In her new capacity, Sultemeier will oversee a dedicated team of approximately 40 volunteers. These individuals Read More

NMOGA’s Nonprofit Arm Launches Website To Connect Students With Careers In Oil And Gas

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NMOGA News:

SANTA FE — Energizing Our Future New Mexico, the nonprofit arm of the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA), today announced the launch of a new online resource designed to help students explore rewarding careers in the state’s energy sector.

The Student Success Pathways website, available at https://pathways.nmoga.org, provides tools, guidance, and connections for students interested in pursuing opportunities in oil and gas and related fields. 

The platform offers:

  • Career Pathways: Detailed information on roles within the energy industry, from engineering and
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Workers Repairing Water Line Break At Meadow & Lejano

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Los Alamos County workers are on the job this morning repairing a water line break at Meadow Lane and Lejano Drive in White Rock. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen

Water flowing from the water line break to the sewer near the entrance to Overlook Park this morning in White Rock. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Read More

NMHED: New Mexico Workforce Development Programs See Rapid Growth In FY25

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NMHED News:

  • Integrated Education And Training Program Enrollment Grew Nearly 50 Percent In FY25

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s workforce development programs for adults grew significantly statewide in the most recent fiscal year, according to data from the Adult Education Division of the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED).

In Fiscal Year 2025, statewide enrollment in the Integrated Education and (IET) system increased by almost 50 percent over the previous year, with a total of 787 enrollees. Those students earned 487 industry-recognized certificates in high-demand Read More

Valles Caldera National Preserve’s Dave Krueger Named Public Information Officer At Los Alamos County

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Dave Krueger

COUNTY News:

Dave Krueger has accepted the Public Information Officer (PIO) position with Los Alamos County and will officially join the County on Feb. 2.

“I am excited to have Dave join our team,” County Manager Anne Laurent said. “His experience in communication and public engagement will be a great asset as we continue to strengthen how we share information with our community.”

Krueger will replace retiring PIO Julie Williams-Hill, whose last day is Feb. 13. Williams-Hill held this position for four years and has been with the County for 24 years.

Krueger most recently served Read More

LAPS Staff Participate In Inclusive Practices Training

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Los Alamos High School teachers Alaina Agnew and Tianmei Seet participated in the Inclusive Practices training. Courtesy/LAPS

PCG representatives Rob Frantum-Allen and Tamara Hall facilitated the Inclusive Practices training for LAPS staff. Courtesy/LAPS

Barranca Mesa Elementary School Teacher Secilli Keeler, said, ‘It was amazing to be a part of a professional development that brings true inclusive practices to the forefront of every educator at LAPS.’ Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

Twenty-seven Los Alamos Public Schools teachers, principals, instructional coaches and special education Read More

Quemazon Montessori School Gets New Owners

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After almost 25 years, Quemazon Montessori School is getting new owners. Tammy Tucker is selling the school to Quemazon Community Childcare, a newly formed nonprofit organization. Courtesy photo

A student enjoys a snack at Quemazon Montessori School. Courtesy photo

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net

After almost 25 years Quemazon Montessori School, 4600 Esperanza, is getting new ownership. Owner Tammy Tucker is selling the school to Quemazon Community Childcare, a newly formed nonprofit organization. Though the nonprofit has a unique Read More

NMDWS To Mail UI Claimant 1099 Forms By Jan. 31

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New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions. Courtesy/NMDWS

NMDWS News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) will mail all IRS 1099-G forms by Jan. 31 to individuals who received unemployment insurance benefits in 2025.

The 1099-G tax form reports the total amount of benefits paid to recipients during the year. Unemployment insurance benefits are taxable income and must be included in a 2025 tax filing. 

The department urges claimants to view and verify their mailing address by logging into the Unemployment Insurance Tax & Claims System (https://www.jobs.state.nm.us Read More

New Mexico Unemployment Rate: 4.2% In November 2025

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NMDWS News:

New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.2 percent in November, down from 4.4 percent the previous year. The national unemployment rate in November was 4.6 percent, up from 4.2 percent in November 2024.

The October 2025 unemployment rates for the U.S. and New Mexico are unavailable due to the 2025 lapse in Federal appropriations.

Total nonagricultural payroll employment grew by 11,600 jobs, or 1.3 percent, between November 2024 and November 2025. The majority of gains came from the private sector. The private sector was up 7,700 jobs, or 1.1 percent, while the Read More