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LAHS Seniors Receive Awards And Scholarships

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Recipients of the Knights of Columbus Scholarship are (left to right) Cara Gauss, Laila Muller, Steven Romero, Hayden Watkins, Olivia Shipman and Adalyn Trujillo. Courtesy/LAPS

Lance Metcalf (left) received the Rotary Great Expectation Award for Solid B Students. He was also the recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Award. Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

Sixty Los Alamos High School seniors were presented with local awards and scholarships during the Senior Scholarship Ceremony held during senior week at the high school. 

Through the generosity and support of numerous community groups and organizations, Read More

Los Alamos County Enters Stage 2 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 elevated fire restrictions to Stage 2, effective today, May 28,  within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, and natural and historical artifacts.   

Under the Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Order 2026-02, stringent restrictions and conditions are imposed as follows:

  • Building, maintaining and use of outdoor fires including campfires and recreational fires of any kind
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East Park Pool Opening Delayed Until June 3

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East Park Pool. Courtesy photo

East Park Pool News:

After addressing the items identified during the initial inspection, the New Mexico Environment Department will return to East Park Pool for a re-inspection on June 2. Because state approval is required to open, the pool’s earliest possible opening date is now Wednesday, June 3.

Pool staff will continue to prepare the pool for opening as soon as possible after the follow-up inspection.  Read More

State Warns Medicare Scammers Target Beneficiaries Receiving New Cards

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ALTSD News:

SANTA FE — New Medicare cards are arriving in mailboxes as part of a nationwide reissuance affecting 1.3 million beneficiaries—and state officials are warning residents that scammers routinely exploit these moments to steal personal information.  

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have issued updated Medicare cards with new Medicare numbers as part of an effort to improve security protections and reduce identity theft and fraudulent billing. Not all beneficiaries will receive an updated card. Official communications regarding replacement Medicare Read More

Fort Union Nat’l. Monument Hosts Fort Union Days In June

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Courtesy/NPS

NPS News:

WATROUS — Fort Union National Monument announces its annual Fort Union Days Event to be held on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday June 14, 2026. The event days are FREE to the public and run from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. The event will feature an 1800s military encampment, living historians portraying soldier and civilian life, and historic weapon and uniform presentations highlighting the period of the 1850s to 1890s.

The two formal presentations are about 90-minutes long with seating available.

  • 10 a.m. — Evolution of Frontier Army Weapons and Uniforms presentation
  • 1 p.m. — Evolution
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Museum Of Natural History & Science, Neighboring Businesses See Strong Visitation After Grand Reopening

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NMDCA News:

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science has shattered spring attendance records and boosted nearby businesses since its grand reopening on April 4.

“When we were preparing to reopen last month, we weren’t sure what the public response would be,” said Dr. Anthony Fiorillo, Executive Director of the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science. “But from the moment we opened our doors, we’ve seen an outpouring of support from our community. We’re incredibly grateful to all the visitors who have stopped by since our reopening, and we’re excited to welcome Read More

New Lawsuit Challenges Wildlife Killing By Federal Agents Inside America’s Designated Wilderness Areas

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ENVIRONMENT News:

SANTA FE — WildEarth Guardians, Western Watersheds Project (“WWP”), and Wilderness Watch filed a lawsuit today challenging the U.S. government’s policy of allowing federal agents to kill native wildlife, including wolves, bears, mountain lions and coyotes using poisons, traps, and aerial gunning inside the nation’s most protected public lands—congressionally designated Wilderness Areas.

The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico, targets a nationwide program run by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services that Read More

New Hours At Bradbury Science Museum Start June 16

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Bradbury Science Museum. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

Beginning June 16, the Bradbury Science Museum will be open from 9 a.m.–4p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and from 12–4 p.m., Sunday.

This temporary change allows builders to remodel parts of the museum for a better visitor experience.

The museum appreciates your patience during these updates and looks forward to continuing to serve the community during this phase, and to sharing the new look with visitors soon.

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Route 66 Caravan And 72oz Steak Challenge Rolls Onto Santa Fe Plaza June 13

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NMDCA News:

SANTA FE — People better bring their appetite for historic cars and big steaks as the spirit of Route 66 rolls into Santa Fe. The Route 66 Centennial Caravan and 72oz Steak Challenge is making a stop at New Mexico History Museum and the Santa Fe Plaza from 1–7 p.m., Saturday, June 13.

The event kicks off with “Route-beer” floats served in the History Museum’s Palace of the Governors courtyard at 1 p.m. followed by a caravan of historic cars driving into the Plaza around 2 p.m. where they’ll be parked the rest of the day. At 3 p.m. local dignitaries and special guests commemorate 100 years of Read More