Manhattan Project National Historical Park Gives Visitors A Glimpse ‘Behind The Fence’
Manhattan Project National Historical Park Interpreters Samantha Linford and J.T. Stark discuss the cavates, the remains of the ancestral Pueblos behind them, during the May 11 ‘behind the fence’ tour in Pajarito Canyon, which included members of the media and Los Alamos County representatives. Courtesy/LANL
Manhattan Project National Historical Park Interpreter Jeremy Brunette discusses Ashley Pond’s cabin during the May 11 ‘behind the fence’ tour. Courtesy/LANL
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Every place has a story to tell, but Los Alamos Read More
County’s Draft Short-term Rental Program Available For Public Review And Comment Through June 18, 2023
COUNTY News:
On May 17, Los Alamos County Community Development Department (CDD) hosted a public meeting at White Rock Fire Station 3 to present the latest information about its proposed Short-term Rental (STR) Program.
The purpose of the meeting was for CDD staff and contractor Wilson & Company (Wilson) to meet in person with the community, present the draft STR Program and explain how the public input process has thus far been incorporated. Those in attendance had an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.
Short-term rentals, also known as vacation rentals, are now a mainstay Read More
Update: All Lanes Now Open On Truck Route
Update: All Lanes Now Open On Truck Route.
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) reports that all lanes are now open on the Truck Route following the shutdown that occurred this morning.
The cause of the shutdown was a dump truck that overturned at the bottom of the Truck Route (East Jemez) at mile marker # 9.
One person was transported for injuries.
There was also a diesel spill that LANL Hazmat had to clean up.
Traffic is now flowing smoothly. Read More
Couts: Agreement With Mr. Devolder On Bicycle Safety
By SHERRILL COUTS
Los Alamos
I’d like to add a little bit to Mark Devolder’s article, which could be subtitled with a paraphrase from his text: “Why you couldn’t pay me enough to ride a bicycle in Los Alamos County.” (link)
Mr. Devolder hits many nails on the head, but I’d like to add a few more. In the spirit of his article, applying makeup with the aid of the rear-view mirror while in motion in morning rush-hour traffic is also double-plus uncool. Mr. Devolder mentions his motorcyclist friend. That’s my theme here, but the hazards are the same for bicyclists, too.
In decades past I was an avid motorcyclist, Read More
Scene Of Overturned Dump Truck At Bottom Of Truck Route
Scene of a vehicle crash this morning in which this dump truck overturned at the bottom of the Truck Route (East Jemez) at mile marker # 9. One person was transported for injuries. There is also a diesel spill. Los Alamos Police, Santa Fe Sherriff’s Office, Los Alamos Fire Department and LANL Hazmat are on the scene. The Truck Route is now closed in both directions … with the western roadblock on East Jemez just east of Elk Ridge Mobile Home Park to allow residents to access Elk Ridge. Driver’s are instructed to please avoid the area and seek alternate routes. A notification will be provided Read More
Traffic Crash At Bottom Of Truck Route Closes Roadway
UPDATE: The road closure on Truck Route is still in effect; however, the western roadblock on East Jemez is just east of Elk Ridge Mobile Home Park to allow residents to access Elk Ridge.
LAPD News:
A vehicle crash occurred this morning in which a dump truck overturned at the bottom of the truck route (East Jemez) at mile marker # 9. One person has been transported for injuries.
There is also a diesel spill.
Los Alamos Police, Santa Fe Sherriff’s Office, Los Alamos Fire Department and LANL Hazmat are on the scene.
The truck route is now closed in both directions.
Driver’s are instructed to please avoid Read More
Coffis Brothers Headline Summer Concert Friday At Pond
The Coffis Brothers, Jamie and Kellen Coffis set to perform Friday night at Ashley Pond Park in downtown Los Alamos. Courtesy photo
From Sancre Productions:
- The Coffis Brothers Perform Friday in celebration of the 2023 Los Alamos ChamberFest
- The American Legion is the Official Afterparty Spot
After last week’s record breaking crowd of 8,500 attendees for Billy Bob Thornton and The Boxmasters, Sancre Productions and Los Alamos County Community Services Department started off the season with a huge bang!
Special thanks to TechSource, Longenecker and Associates, Merrick, SMSI and the Pueblo Read More
Volunteers Sought For National Trails Day Woodland Trail Work Project On Saturday June 3
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Open Space and Trails is working to maintain Woodland Trail and seeking volunteers to assist. The volunteers will work in small groups to fix sections of eroded trail, hauling fill dirt and building drain dips.
Meeting Time:
- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 3.
Location:
- Woodland Trailhead at Arizona Avenue and Woodland Road.
What To Bring:
- Please wear boots, gloves, long pants, long sleeved shirt and eye protection and bring water and snacks for the day.
What’s Provided:
- Los Alamos County will provide all the tools necessary for the project, including hard hats.
Scenes From Memorial Day 2023 Celebration Remembrance Today At Guaje Pines Cemetery
Scene this morning from the Memorial Day 2023 Celebration Remembrance at Guaje Pines Cemetery hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8874. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Commander Roger Anaya of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8874 welcomes everyone this morning to the Memorial Day 2023 Celebration Remembrance at Guaje Pines Cemetery. VFW Trustee Corina Gonzales served as Master of Ceremonies. During the ceremony, Robert Staudhammer sang the National Anthem and ‘America the Beautiful’. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
March of the Colors by members of the Los Alamos High Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of May 29, 2023
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
The projects listed in this section are being managed by County Public Works staff through contractors.
For more information, please e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150 or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at www.losalamosnm.us.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones.
Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Two Days Left to Take the Survey!
We want to hear from you! Please take the Los Alamos County Public Works Bike Mobility Read More
County Zipper Merge Signage Being Added To N.M. 502
Drivers in the right lane shown here are encouraged to continue to the ‘Merge Point’ just west of the Crossroads Bible Church driveway, where drivers in both lanes should alternate in ‘zipper’ fashion into the single lane. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The evening commute heading east out of Los Alamos townsite via Main Hill (N.M. 502) has been extra congested lately.
Public Works has been investigating ways to help alleviate some of the congestion that starts east of the roundabout and backs up through Trinity Drive and Central Avenue generally between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Read More
Girl Scouts Deliver Cookies To Los Alamos Animal Shelter
Los Alamos Animal Shelter Manager Paul Sena receives the gift of donated cookies on behalf of the shelter, from members of Girl Scout Troop 10762 of Los Alamos. While delivering the cookies, the Girl Scouts had the opportunity to hold and snuggle some of the residents Friday afternoon at 226 East Road. To learn more about the shelter and cats and dogs available for adoption, click here. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Animal Shelter Manager Paul Sena creates balloon pets for members of Girl Scout Troop 10762 during their visit Friday afternoon to the shelter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Billy Bob Thornton Draws Massive Crowd To Opening Of 2023 Summer Concert Series Friday Night At Ashley Pond
Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters kick off the 2023 Summer Concert Series drawing a massive crowd Friday night to Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
A massive crowd turns out for Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters on opening night of the 2023 Summer Concert Series Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
DK & The Affordables rock the crowd as they open for Billy Bob Thornton & the Boxmasters Friday evening at Ashley Pond. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
DK & The Affordables. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com Read More
LAFD Celebrates Fire Recruit Academy Class #31 Graduation And Honors Retiring Training Division Chief Benjamin Stone
The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) Recruit Academy Class #31 graduation ceremony was held this morning at Crossroads Bible Church at 97 East Road. The 14 graduates include Michael Antonio Archuleta, Jevon Baker, Nathan Blim, Andrew Brooks, Cameron Conway, Jace Cundiff, Gage Dain, Carlos Duran, Tobin Harold, Ray Macias, Adam Steven Paz, Jr., Dante Quintana, Matthew Brian Sanchez and Ryas Wilson. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes speaking during the graduation ceremony this morning. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Deputy Read More
Los Alamos County Animal Shelter: Meet Jack
Jack is a 7-week-old mixed breed boxer transferred to the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter from another county. Jack enjoys playtime and going for walks, He gets along fine with children 8+ years of age, adults and other dogs. Jack is available for adoption from the shelter at 226 East Road. For shelter hours and other information, click here or call 505.662.8179. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Library Announces 2023 Summer Reading Program: ‘Find Your voice!’
COUNTY News:
The annual, incentivized summer reading program accommodates library patrons of all ages and schedules of all kinds.
This year, the summer reading program launches Monday June 5 and runs through July 29.
The theme is “Find Your Voice”. All activities for adult and youth patrons are recorded in Beanstack, an online reading platform designed to help readers keep track and stay motivated. Patrons can register and access the challenge on or after the launch date June 5.
The adult summer reading program invites participants to log in three different ways: books they have read or Read More
Public Meeting On Loma Linda Road Improvements June 1
COUNTY News:
Thursday, June 1, the Transportation Board and Public Works Department will hold a public meeting to discuss the reconstruction improvements on the Loma Linda Road Improvements Project.
The project consists of the following streets: Loma Linda Drive, La Tierra Road, and La Mirada Circle. These are local roadways in Los Alamos County and can be accessed via NM 502 (East Road/Trinity Avenue) to Diamond Drive to the intersection of North Mesa Road and Loma Linda Drive. The scope of work includes removal and replacement of asphalt surface, new curb and gutter, valley gutters, sidewalk, Read More
County Council Proclaims May Building Safety Month
David Martinez, senior building inspector with Los Alamos County Community Development Department, accepts a proclamation from Los Alamos County Councilor Suzy Havemann, which proclaims May Building Safety Month. The proclamation was presented during the Tuesday night council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed May as Building Safety Month during its regular meeting Tuesday.
Councilor Suzy Havemann read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, Los Alamos County is committed to recognizing that our growth and strength depends on the safety and essential Read More
Council Proclaims May 21-27 National Public Works Week
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor, center, presents a proclamation declaring this week, May 21-27, as ‘National Public Works Week’ during the regular council meeting Tuesday. Accepting the proclamation included, from left, Environmental Services Office Specialist Joshua Levings, Environmental Services Division Manager Armando Gabaldon, Public Works Office Manager Louise Romero, Public Works Department Director Juan Rael, Deputy Department Director Eric Martinez and Fleet Services Manager Pete Mondragon. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council presented Read More
Video: Councilor Reagor Discusses Proposed GRT Increase
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor discusses the proposed GRT increase Wednesday at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
