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PAC 8 Community Media Center: Oct. 22-28, 2021

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 21, 2021 - 6:05 am

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, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for Oct. 22-28.

Friday, Oct. 22, 2021

  • 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. — The Tom Hartman Program
  • 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 10-19-21
  • 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
  • 4 p.m. — Rising Up with Somali
  • 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 6 p.m. — Music in Dementia Caregiving Relationships
  • 8 p.m.
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Chart 520: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Oct. 20

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 20, 2021 - 8:01 am

This chart displays the vaccination status of New Mexicans by age group. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim

This chart displays the vaccination status of New Mexicans by ethnicity/race. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More

Asphalt/Concrete Repairs Begin Around Los Alamos County

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 19, 2021 - 6:49 pm

COUNTY News:

Under contract with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU), GM Emulsion will begin repairs to emergency utility asphalt and concrete cuts that occurred during the winter.

Crews will rotate to various locations throughout White Rock and Los Alamos neighborhoods beginning as soon as Friday, Oct. 22 and continue throughout the month. Some minor traffic delays are expected.

Traffic control equipment, such as signage, barrels and barricades will be erected around the work zones. Flagging operations may be deployed to assist with traffic flow. Crews will work 8 a.m. Read More

Skolnik: COVID Briefing Note #4 – Los Alamos Faces The Highest Case Counts Ever

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 19, 2021 - 11:50 am
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos

Editor’s Note: This is the fourth in a series of COVID-19 Updates by Richard Skolnik that appear bi-weekly in the Los Alamos Daily Post. These are meant to keep the community informed on the status of the pandemic, critical new findings on the pandemic, and what this information suggests for our community’s response to COVID-19. These updates complement the data that Eli Ben-Naim prepares for the Post. Unless otherwise noted, data is from the New York Times and the New Mexico Department of Health.

Pandemic Data and Trends – For the Week Ending Oct. 18, 2021

In the US, Read More

Sign Commemorating Kiwanis Club Unveiled During Special Ceremony At Los Alamos Project Main Gate Park Monday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 19, 2021 - 11:46 am

Unveiling the new sign Monday afternoon at Los Alamos Project Main Gate Park, from left, Los Alamos County Deputy Manager Linda Matteson, Council Chair Randall Ryti, Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos President Doug Hamphill, Kiwanis member Rick Reiss, Kiwanis member Dennis Gill, Councilor Denise Derkacs, Kiwanis member Jack Gehre, Kiwanis member Don Casperson, Councilor Sara Scott and Kiwanis member Cindy Eaton. The sign commemorates the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos’ efforts to make the park what it is today. Originally, the park was the east entry gate to the ‘Secret City’ during the Manhattan Project. Read More

Council Action Expected At Meeting Tuesday Oct. 19

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 19, 2021 - 9:56 am

Staff Report

Los Alamos County Council meets at 6 p.m. today in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.

The meeting is open to the public and will be held in a hybrid format.

The following Zoom meeting link may be used for public viewing and participation: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84305535956

To access the meeting by telephone :

Dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 346 248 7799 or +1 720 707 2699 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 301 715 8592 Webinar ID: 843 0553 5956.

For viewing only, use: https:////losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.as Read More

Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact For Week Ending Oct. 18

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 18, 2021 - 6:40 pm

Los Alamos COVID Impact:

COVID-19 statistics for the 6-day period ending Oct. 18 impacting Los Alamos County: 

 

  • 950 tests
  • 37 diagnoses (35 in Los Alamos, 2 in White Rock)
  • 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim.
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New Mexico COVID-19 Update Oct. 16-18: 1,895 New Cases, Totaling 265,632, 12 New Deaths, 236,245  Recovered

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 18, 2021 - 6:36 pm

STATE News:

SANTA FE — State health officials announced 1,895 new cases COVID-19 cases between Saturday, Oct. 16 and Monday Oct. 18 in New Mexico.

Los Alamos County reported 14 new cases During the last three days, bringing the total to 780 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)

This update includes 12 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

  • 379 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 3 new cases
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Chart 519: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Oct. 18

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 18, 2021 - 6:15 pm
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19  diagnoses in Los Alamos by age group for the six-day period ending Oct. 18. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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Los Alamos County Celebrates Main Gate Park History And Creation With Sign Unveiling At 2 P.M. Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 18, 2021 - 12:55 pm

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Council is hosting a Sign Unveiling Ceremony at 2 p.m. today to recognize the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos and celebrate the history and creation of the Los Alamos Project Main Gate Park.

In 1943, the Main Gate Park site was the east entry gate to the “secret city” of Los Alamos during the Manhattan Project. Credentials were required to enter there until 1957.

In 1986, Sunrise Kiwanis, now the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos, adopted the location to create a much-needed place for campers to park while visiting Los Alamos. Kiwanis raised more than $30,000 and served hundreds Read More

County: Natural Gas Prices May Be High This Winter

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 18, 2021 - 12:19 pm

COUNTY News:

Officials with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) advise its natural gas customers that prices may be high this winter.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that the Henry Hub natural gas spot price traded at over $5 per dekatherm in September and appears to be on an upward trend. Historically, the price at this time of year has hovered around $2 to $3 per dekatherm. 

There are several factors that can affect supply and demand of natural gas which result in price fluctuations. These include extreme weather and climate. Another trend is electric generation Read More

On The Job In Los Alamos: Workers At Leisure Lagoon

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 18, 2021 - 11:22 am

On the job in Los Alamos are workers pouring concrete this morning at the Leisure Lagoon adjacent to the Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center on Canyon Road. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Ed Birnbaum Read More

New Mexico Environment Department To Host Quarterly Los Alamos Community Engagement Meeting Oct. 21

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 15, 2021 - 7:41 pm

NMED News:

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) will host a virtual Los Alamos community engagement meeting 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21.

The purpose of these routine quarterly meetings is to engage the community in discussion of topics related to NMED’s work at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).

The NMED Hazardous Waste Bureau will provide an update on the Hexavalent Chromium Plume Control Interim Measures. There will also be time allotted for questions and brief public statements.

To submit prepared questions in advance and to request interpretation services or other assistance, Read More

Chart 518: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Oct. 15

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 15, 2021 - 7:40 pm
The lines in this chart show the seven-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses per 100,000 people versus date,  both statewide and countywide. The average number of cases in Los Alamos County dropped and is now at the same level as the rest of the state. Sources: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
This scatter plot shows the average daily number of COVID-19 related hospitalizations per 100,000 people versus the percentage of the eligible population who completed their vaccination series by county. Los Alamos County, with the highest rate of vaccinations, continues
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New Mexico COVID-19 Update Oct. 14: 879 New Cases, Totaling 262,954, 20 New Deaths, 233,065 Recovered

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 14, 2021 - 8:57 pm
STATE News:

SANTA FE — State health officials announced 879 additional COVID-19 cases today in New Mexico.

Los Alamos County reported 15 new cases today, bringing the total to 766 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)

This update includes  20 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

  • 189 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 6 new cases in Catron County
  • 55 new cases in Chaves County
  • 8 new cases
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Atomic City Transit Route 2M (Main Hill) Running Late Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 14, 2021 - 8:55 am

Atomic City Transit Route 2M – Main Hill won’t begin operating until 11:30 a.m. today. Courtesy/ACT

COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit Route 2M (Main Hill) won’t begin operating until 11:30 a.m. today due to a staffing shortage.

Riders should plan to use Route 2T (Truck Route), which will continue to operate its regular schedule of  5:55 a.m. to 6:58 p.m., Monday through Friday.

ACT apologizes for the inconvenience this may cause.

Direct questions to ACT office at 505.661.RIDE (7433) or use ACTracker to locate bus routes in real-time.

For specific route service schedules, visit website Read More

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