A Blackhawk helicopter arrived Saturday afternoon at Los Alamos County Airport and Airport Manager Gary Goddard explained that the U.S. Forest Service was responding to the Rio Fire near Chacoma Mountain and the helicopter was dumping water from Abiquiu Lake on the fire. Goddard added that the Rio Fire is contained and the Forest Service is ‘mopping up at this point’. Courtesy photo Read More
State Treasurer’s Office To Host Community Discussion On New Mexico Baby Bonds Thursday June 25
New Mexico State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya
State Treasurer’s Office News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico State Treasurer’s Office is hosting its Community Discussion on New Mexico Baby Bonds from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 25, at the Las Cruces Convention Center.
This conversation invites local leaders, public officials, and members of the public to learn more about New Mexico Baby Bonds, ask questions, and engage directly with State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya about how baby bonds can build generational wealth and expand economic opportunities for New Mexico families.
Baby Bonds is Read More
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Co-op Showcase Series: Set In Stone June 26
Local cover band, Set In Stone. Courtesy photo
Co-op Summer Showcase Series News:
Set In Stone is a local cover band bringing rock, alternative, and pop classics from the ’70s through the 2000s, from Foo Fighters and Radiohead to driving ’80s synth-rock. Just don’t request “Sweet Caroline.”
Show starts Friday at 5:45 p.m. at Co-op Park at 1010 Central Ave. Vendors are welcome.
County Accepting Applications For Personnel Board
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is now accepting applications for eligible candidates for appointment to a vacant seat on the Personnel Board. The vacancy is a three-year term, expiring March 31, 2029. Interested Los Alamos County residents who do not hold public office and are not employed by the County may submit an online application by visiting the County’s Boards and Commissions webpage and selecting “apply.” Applications will be accepted until the vacancy is filled.
The Personnel Board, comprising five members, serves in an appellate and advisory capacity in the administration of Read More
Heinrich, Fischer, Welch, Curtis Introduce Legislation To Protect Firefighters From Harmful Chemicals
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and John Curtis (R-Idaho) introduced the Protecting Firefighters and Advancing State-of-the-Art (PFAS) Alternatives Act of 2026, legislation to support the development of next-generation, PFAS-free protective gear to better protect firefighters from the dangers of their work.
Firefighters are exposed to carcinogens when they respond to virtually every type of fire or incident. This includes PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, which can be found in firefighters’ Read More
NM 554 El Rito Bridge Replacement Project Public Meeting June 25
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) invites you to attend the second public meeting regarding the NM 554 El Rito Bridge Replacement Project in El Rito, NM.
The existing bridge is being replaced to improve safety, maintain access, and meet current engineering standards.
Attend the meeting to:
- Receive key updates on the project and planned bridge improvements
- Learn more about cultural and natural resource considerations
- Ask questions and share your input with the project team
Meeting Details:
- Thursday, June 25, 2026
- 6–7:30 p.m.
- Alumni Hall, El Rito Northern
Fire Burning In Jemez Mountains; No Threat To Los Alamos
Location of fire burning this morning in the Jemez Mountains. Courtesy/Watch Duty
COUNTY News:
A fire near Battleship Rock in the Jemez Mountains has been reported this morning and has burned approximately 15 acres. Evacuation orders have been issued for Jemez Falls Campground in the Santa Fe National Forest.
Sandoval Fire is on scene fully suppressing the fire.
Smoke may be visible throughout the day surrounding communities. There is no threat to Los Alamos from this fire.
Use caution if traveling through this area as firefighters may be along N.M. 4.
Further details about the fire can be found Read More
Behavioral Health Reform & Investment Act Executive Committee Special Meeting
COURT News:
The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce a special meeting from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., Thursday, July 9, of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3). This Committee oversees the ongoing implementation of SB3 (2025), including statewide coordination, regional planning, and progress toward building a stronger behavioral health system. It brings together leaders from all three branches of government, along with community partners, to support a more responsive and equitable Read More
New Mexico Housing Market Posts Gains In Sales, Prices, & Inventory In May
HOUSING News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico’s housing market remained resilient in May 2026, with home sales, prices, and inventory all posting gains compared to both the previous month and one year ago. Statewide sales reached 1,820 transactions in May, up 6.9% from April and 2.0% from May 2025.
The median sold price rose to $355,000, an increase of 1.4% from April and 1.0% year-over-year, continuing the state’s trend of steady price appreciation. Total sales volume climbed to $786.6 million, up 11.4% from April and 3.9% from May 2025, while the average sale price increased to $432,215, Read More