Chris Clark

Pajarito Mountain Café To Host Mother’s Day Brunch

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PAJARITO News:

Treat the moms in your life to something truly special—brunch with a view! Join us Sunday, May 11, at the Pajarito Mountain Café for a Mother’s Day Brunch featuring an irresistible menu of elevated breakfast favorites:

  • Strawberry French Toast
  • Fresh-Baked Quiche
  • Biscuits & Gravy
  • …and plenty more to delight every palate.

Whether you’re fueling up for a hike or just soaking in the scenery, it’s the perfect way to say thank you to the moms who do it all.

Bonus Saturday Hours – May 10

The café will also be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 10, during the Jemez Mountain Read More

Op-Ed: A Future Worth Working For – Clean Air, Good Jobs, Climate Justice

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By Sen. Pro Tem Mimi Stewart
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Rep. Kristina Ortez

New Mexico just accelerated our path forward to build a cleaner, more sustainable future for everyone. With the passage of the Community Benefit Fund (Senate Bill 48) and the Innovation in State Government Fund (Senate Bill 83), the state is proving that smart, community-driven climate action isn’t just possible—it’s already happening. 

These wins are the result of years of hard work by advocates, lawmakers, and New Mexicans from across the state who believe in a future where clean energy, good jobs, and resilient communities go hand in hand. Read More

Los Alamos Youth Lacrosse U10 In Nail-Biting Win

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ALL players from the Championship game gather for a photo including Los Alamos Hilltoppers, Pueblo Heroes and Duke City Bears. Courtesy/by Megan Parton and Mike Hargather

K Parton eyes Komathy for a quick pass while under heavy pressure from the Santa Fe defense. Courtesy/Megan Parton and Mike Hargather

SPORTS News:

In the final April weekend at the Santa Fe youth lacrosse Jamboree, the U10 Hilltoppers played four intense games, three against previously unmet opponents, but also battled a fifth unforeseen yet just as challenging foe, the northern New Mexico wind in the spring.

The Saturday Read More

Obituary: David Keith Holmes Oct. 27, 1962 – April 24, 2025

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DAVID KEITH HOLMES Oct. 27, 1962 – April 24, 2025

David Holmes ended his journey on this earth with his family by his side after a hard-fought battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). David was 62 years young. David was born to Everett and Merlyn Holmes in Kearny, NJ. His family moved out west to New Mexico in 1966 when he was 4 years old.

David graduated from Los Alamos High School in 1980 and went on to get his bachelor’s degree in Finance from New Mexico State University. He came back to Los Alamos and landed his first job as an officer at Bank of Los Alamos. He later moved on to work for the Los Alamos National Read More

LAHS Junior Wren Hammond Wins 2025 Congressional Art Competition

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ART News:

Los Alamos High School junior Wren Hammond won the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Teresa Leger Fernandez’s District 3. Wren’s artwork, “Celebrating Diversity the New Mexico Way,” will hang as part of the Congressional Exhibition of National Winners at the US Capitol in Washington DC for one year.  

Wren will travel to Washington DC for a ceremony honoring the national winners and will have a tour of the Capital including the exhibit. She will also have the opportunity to meet with Congresswoman Leger Fernandez.  

“We are very proud of Wren and this accomplishment,” LAHS art Read More

Concrete Barrier Wall Installation Begins 5 AM Saturday

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COUNTY News:

Beginning at 5 a.m., Saturday, May 3, Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets crews will install a concrete barrier wall along Trinity Drive, behind the sidewalk between 20th Street and Oppenheimer Drive, near Ashley Pond.

Westbound traffic will be shifted into the left lane, and bicycle traffic will share the roadway.

The barrier is being installed to enhance safety for attendees during special events at Ashley Pond.

Drivers are advised to reduce speed in the area and remain alert for cyclists, pedestrians, construction crews, and equipment.

Direct questions about this project Read More

Outdoor Watering Schedule Starts Today

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COUNTY News:

Community members who water outdoor spaces are reminded that the irrigation schedule under Water Rule W-8 is in effect from May 1-Sept. 30. Falling under the rules and regulations of the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU), W-8 outlines requirements for the conservation of water that is delivered to and used by DPU customers.

Under the water rule, DPU customers should water outdoors no more than three times per week. Anyone with odd address numbers is asked to limit their watering to Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Those with even address numbers are asked to water Read More

Community Cleanup Scheduled For May 3 As Part Of Adopt-A-Road Effort

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos Public Works Department, in coordination with local Adopt-A-Road participants, will host a community cleanup event from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, May 3. Volunteers will be working across various areas in the townsite to remove litter and debris, helping keep our community safe, clean, and beautiful.

As part of the event, Sancre Productions will be on site capturing drone footage for a safety video to be produced with grant funding from New Mexico Clean and Beautiful. The video will highlight best practices and promote future participation in the Adopt-A-Road Read More

Los Alamos County Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

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COUNTY News:

Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has enacted fire restrictions to Stage 1 effective May 4, within the boundaries of the Incorporated County of Los Alamos to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts. 

Under the Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Order 25-01, stringent restrictions and conditions are imposed as follows:   

 

  1. Building, maintaining and use of outdoor fires including campfires and recreational fires
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Los Alamos Senior Michael Bane Strikes Double Gold In Triumphant Alpine Finale At USSA Rocky Mountain Southern Series Championship At Taos!

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Top of the podium! Michael Bane (senior, Los Alamos High School) beams after claiming gold in his final race weekend. Photo by Yoko Suzuki

Precision and power! Michael Bane attacks the slalom course with explosive energy and textbook form. Photo by Michelle Mosby

By KEVIN MERTES
Los Alamos Ski Racing Club

Under bluebird skies and with the snow crisp and fast at Taos Ski Valley, Los Alamos High School senior Michael Bane closed out his alpine racing career in spectacular fashion—earning double gold at the USSA Rocky Mountain Southern Series Championship.

Held March 22–23 and hosted by the Taos Read More