Open Boating At Aquatic Center July 2
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Practice time for boaters using canoes, kayaks and rafts will take place 7:10-8:10 p.m. Tuesday, July 2 at the Aquatic Center.
The cost is $5 per person.
The doors open half an hour earlier for boat cleaning before entry.
All watercraft must be rinsed off on the patio before pool entry. Boaters must provide their own boats.
All participants must have a wristband from the front desk before entering the pool. Life jackets are recommended for participants. Read More
Scenes Of Summer Concert Friday At Ashley Pond Park
Scene of the Summer Concert as the sun begins to set Friday at Ashley Pond Park headlined by Chris Arellano and Band. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Chris Arellano and Band headline the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene of the Summer Concert as dancers Move to the music Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Cotton candy is a popular item on the menu at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Having fun on the inflatable during the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Read More
Rooster Blackspur Headlines Summer Concert July 5
Rooster Blackspur takes the Summer Concert stage Friday, July 5 at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy image
Sancre Productions News:
Friday July 5, on the heels of the 4th of July Spectacular in White Rock, Sancre Productions and Los Alamos County Community Services Department are bringing to the Ashley Pond Park stage singer/songwriter Rooster Blackspur!
The fun starts at 6 p.m. with the always great and talented Eryn Bent, with the headliner coming on at 7 p.m., all FREE at Ashley Pond Park! Special thanks to show sponsor PPC Solar.
Rooster Blackspur, a captivating award-winning Singer-Songwriter, Read More
Canceled: Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Historic Preservation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 3, 2024, has been canceled.
The next meeting is scheduled for Aug. 7, 2024. Read More
Los Alamos & White Rock Senior Centers Closed July 4
LARSO News:
The Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers will be closed Thursday, July 4 for Independence Day.
All regularly scheduled activities are canceled and no congregate meals will be served on Thursday, July 4. Home delivered meal recipients will receive a frozen meal for July 4 on Wednesday, July 3.
Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) will re-open for its regular hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, July 5 at the Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers.
The Los Alamos Senior Activity Centers offer classes, workshops, transportation, meals and much Read More
State Police To Conduct Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico In July 2024
NMSP News:
STATEWIDE – New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols and registration, insurance and driver’s license checkpoints in all counties across the state during July 2024.
We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage Read More
Video: Councilor David Reagor Discusses Small Business
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor discusses issues surrounding the County’s involvement in small business. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
2024 Primary Election Results Officially Certified
County Clerk Naomi Maestas
COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE News:
The State Canvassing Board met June 25, 2024 and certified the results of the 2024 Primary Election. This is the final step in the multi-step post-election, canvassing and auditing process that ensures accuracy and election results.
The Los Alamos County (LAC) Clerk’s Office completed the necessary canvassing process to officially certify the results of the 2024 Primary Election, which took place Tuesday, June 4, 2024.
The Canvass Board convened at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 12 in the LAC Municipal Building. Board members included Cameron Read More
Chris Arellano And Band Headline Summer Concert At Pond
Sancre Productions News:
New Mexican Musician Chris Arellano will headline the Summer Concert at 6 p.m. today. The Los Alamos Community Winds will open for Arrellano. The Winds also will be opening next Thursday for the Los Alamos 4th of July Spectacular at Overlook Park in White Rock.
Chris Arellano’s deeply personal Americana weaves together the Norteno music of his Northern New Mexico upbringing with Alternative Country and Blues influences for a signature style that he calls “Nuevo Americana”. Fused with song and story, Spanish and English, his transcendent lyrics move listeners with Read More
County Library Board To Meet July 8, 2024
COUNTY News:
The next Los Alamos County Library Board meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 8 at the Municipal Building or on Zoom.
Click here to view the calendar. Read More
Public Voices Support For BMX Track … In Different Location
Members of the community weigh in on the BMX track improvement project during a public meeting Thursday at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When asked to submit feedback regarding the BMX track located on North Mesa during a public meeting Thursday, the consensus in the room was: we support having the track but put it somewhere else.
The Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Division and Action Sports Design hosted the meeting at Fuller Lodge. No action was taken during the meeting, Action Sport Design’s Read More
Experience Summer Night Sky Magic At Valles Caldera
The Milky Way rises above Cerro La Jara. Photo by NPS volunteer Stan Ford
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos, the gateway to three National Parks, invites summer travelers to experience the night sky in all its majesty at Valles Caldera National Preserve, a designated International Dark Sky Park.
A popular destination for fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing throughout the daylight hours, Valles Caldera transforms to a celestial wonderland after dark with sprawling views of the night sky, stars, and constellations. With six large pullouts for stargazing, as well as astronomy programs and Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Week Of June 28, 2024
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for June 28 – July 4, 2024:
Friday, June 28, 2024
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live;
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program;
- 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 6-25–24;
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates;
- 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Historical Society – Imperial Japan: Conflicted Surrender;
Traffic Advisory: Asphalt Core Drilling On Central June 28
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Public Works Department announces an asphalt core drilling operation scheduled on Central Avenue between 15th Street and Oppenheimer Drive. The drilling will take place 10 a.m. to noon Friday, June 28.
Motorists should expect minor delays and are encouraged to seek alternate routes during this time. A flagging operation to manage and direct traffic flow will be in place. Pedestrians are asked to exercise caution and follow all posted signs and instructions.
The drilling site will be clearly marked, and barriers will be in place to ensure the safety of both Read More
County Hosts Town Hall On East Downtown MRA Thursday
Residents are encouraged to participate in the town hall and share their views. Courtesy image
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is holding a town hall meeting 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Fuller Lodge to discuss next steps in developing the East Downtown Los Alamos Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) plan.
This initiative aims to address issues like vacant properties, low commercial activity, and deteriorating infrastructure. The town hall provides an opportunity for community members to learn more about the project, ask questions, and provide valuable input on the project.
The MRA Plan will Read More
Council Proclaims July 2024 Parks & Rec Month
At this evening’s County Council meeting, Los Alamos County Recreation Superintendent Katherine Hudspeth and Parks Superintendent Wendy Parker accept a proclamation from Councilor Randall Ryti designating July 2024 as Parks and Recreation month in Los Alamos. Courtesy/LAC Read More
County Shares Tips To Stay Cool This Summer
COUNTY News:
Summer temps are predicted to be high again this year. “Extreme heat” is a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two days. Extreme heat affects everyone, but children, older adults, overweight individuals and field workers are at greater risk.
Mitigating the impacts of extreme heat can be challenging for those without air conditioning, but even those with cooled air need to make sure their system isn’t being overworked.
Here are some practical measures to help beat the heat:
Behavioral
- Close your windows and window treatments during the
New Mexico State Canvass Board Certifies 2024 Primary Election Results, Orders Automatic Recounts
Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver
From the Secretary of State’s Office:
SANTA FE – New Mexico’s State Canvass Board met today in Santa Fe and unanimously certified the results of the 2024 Primary Election.
The State Canvass Board is composed of the Executive, Secretary of State, and Chief Justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court.
“The State Canvass Board meeting is the last step in the post-election canvass process that ensures accuracy in the election results,” Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver said. “New Mexicans can have confidence in these official election results because Read More
Atomic City Transit Regular Service Will Not Operate July 4
Atomic City Transit. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit regular scheduled bus service will not operate on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of the holiday.
Atomic City Transit will provide free shuttle service for the Los Alamos Fourth of July event at Overlook Park in White Rock. Shuttle service will begin at 3 p.m. from Diamond and Canyon drives in Los Alamos and the White Rock Visitor Center and Piñon Elementary School parking lot in White Rock.
A continuous shuttle service will be provided throughout the event with the last bus leaving at 10 p.m. from Overlook Park. Paratransit Read More
County Art In Public Places Board To Meet June 27
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Art in Public Places Board will meet at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, June 27 in Room 110 at the Municipal Building,1000 Central Ave., and via Zoom.
Click here for details. Read More
