Community Invited To Tabletop Game Day At Mesa Library
COUNTY News:
The next Tabletop Game Day is 1-4:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 10 at Mesa Public Library.
All ages are welcome to bring their board games or choose from the more than 125+ board games the library owns. Members of the library staff and volunteers will be hanging out hoping to play games with people at Mesa Public Library mostly in The Zone on the lower level.
Free popcorn and drinks will be available in The Zone area.
This program is for everyone and anyone who wants to play tabletop board games. The library owns card and board games for kids as young as four and welcomes experts who want to teach Read More
New Cell Phone Tower Erected In Totavi
The San Ildefonso Pueblo is erecting and will operate this new cell tower that has appeared recently in Totavi. This is part of Los Alamos County’s major Community Broadband Network (CBN) project. Construction on the County-owned, open-access fiber system is planned to start this summer. Key to this project is an 11-mile ‘middle mile’ fiber link with San Ildefonso Pueblo, providing critical redundancy off the hill. This project aims to improve speed, reliability, and competition for homes and businesses, replacing the single existing line. Courtesy photo Read More
Meet & Greet Los Alamos Fire Chief Erik Litzenberg Jan. 7
Los Alamos County Fire Chief Erik Litzenberg
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to attend a meet and greet with newly appointed Los Alamos County Fire Chief Erik Litzenberg, 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at Fuller Lodge, 2132 Central Ave.
The Los Alamos County Council unanimously affirmed the appointment of Litzenberg as the new fire chief during its regular session on Dec. 16, 2025, following a nationwide search that began in fall 2025. He brings more than 28 years of experience, technical expertise, and leadership to the position, including many years of service in the local region. Read More
County Historic Preservation Advisory Board To Meet Jan. 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Historic Preservation Advisory Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7 in Room 110 at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public, however, for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation:
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- ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS
- Call to Order/Introductions
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Daily Postcard: View Of Moon Above Municipal Building
Daily Postcard: The Moon shines above the County Municipal Building as night begins to fall Friday in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Art In Public Places Board Seeks Three New Members
COUNTY News:
The Art in Public Places (APP) Board is seeking community members committed to enhancing public spaces to help shape the artistic landscape of Los Alamos County.
Three board positions are coming open.
This offers a unique opportunity for new board members to influence how art enhances public spaces and enriches this community.
Details:
- Applications are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, 2026;
- Interviews to be held February 2026; and
- New terms begin March 25, 2026.
Who can apply?
- Los Alamos County residents who are not employed by the County and do not hold public office are eligible.
County: Tips On Dressing For Safety In Cold Weather
COUNTY News:
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) website, the best way to avoid hypothermia and frostbite is to stay warm and dry indoors and outdoors.
If you must go outside, dress for safety; wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate you.
Remove layers to avoid sweating and chill.
Outer garments should be tightly woven, water repellent and hooded. Wear a hat because much of your body heat can be lost from your head.
Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extreme cold. Mittens, snug Read More
Daily Postcard: ‘Strange Trio’ Illuminated At Overlook Park
Daily Postcard: ‘Strange Trio’ sculpture illuminated by ground lighting Thursday night at the corner of Meadow Lane and Overlook Road in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Strange Trio History
Staff Report
The public was invited to attend a re-dedication ceremony and ribbon-cutting event for “Strange Trio” on Dec. 2, 2015. The colossal steel sculpture was relocated Oct. 13, 2015 to the entrance of Overlook Park at the intersection of Meadow Lane and Overlook Road in White Rock.
Speakers at that event a decade ago included then County Council Chair Kristin Henderson, Art Read More
Daily Postcard: Shadows Fall On Ashley Pond Early New Year’s Eve
Daily Postcard: Late afternoon shadows fall on Ashley Pond Park on New Year’s Eve. Photo by Erika Clark Read More
Central Avenue Looking Festive In Downtown Los Alamos
Central Avenue looking festive on Dec. 30 in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Erika Clark Read More
Los Alamos County Reflects On 2025
Top row from left: The boundary map of the Eastern Downtown Los Alamos MRA. Businesses in Los Alamos are able to take advantage of the newly formed Retail LEDA program. The County purchased deed restrictions at the Aspen Studio and Thunderbird Apartments for those making no more than 45 percent of the AMI. Middle row from left: A rendering of what the proposed apartment complex, located off DP Road, would look like. A rendering of the mixed-use development planned for 20th Street. Bottom row, from left: In March, Los Alamos experienced a network service outage due to cut fiber lines on N.M. Read More
County New Year’s Eve Skate Party Tonight At Ice Rink
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department is hosting a New Year’s Eve Skate Party, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. today, Dec. 31, at the Los Alamos County Ice Rink.
The community is invited to help complete a Ball Drop countdown and celebrate 2026!
Dress for the occasion/event to help celebrate.
The event includes a mini carnival, bubbling cider, popcorn, music, and more. Ring in the new year of 2026 with a New Year’s Eve skate party at the ice rink! Read More
Wednesday Jan. 7 Is Last Chance To See County Employees Art Showcase In Step Up Gallery At Mesa Public Library
Sr. Librarian-Digital Services Rashal McElderry with her torn paper collage and a painting by Library Associate Rachel Pearson. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
A carved cottonwood bowl by Los Alamos Fire Capt. Raul Manzanares. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
STEP UP GALLERY News:
The second biennial exhibit, Los Alamos County Employee Art Showcase, comes to a close next week Thursday, Jan. 7. Current and retired County employees share their artistic talent with the community and have been rewarded with high attendance and great comments from viewers.
Much of the art in the show is available for purchase. Read More
Los Alamos County Health Council To Meet Jan. 8
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Health Council is scheduled to meet at noon on Jan. 8 in Room 110 at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public in person, and also via Zoom by pasting into the browser the following: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82011771382.
Agenda:
- CALL TO ORDER
- PUBLIC COMMENT
III. BOARDS/STAFF/MEMBERS COMMUNICATION
Approval of Minutes from the Los Alamos County Health Council Meeting on Dec. 4, 2025.
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Presenters: Lisa Hampton
Los_Alamos_County_Health_Council_25-12-04_BCC_Meeting_Minutes Attachments: Read More
County: New Chargers For Electric Vehicles Are Operational
EV charging stations at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Courtesy/Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
Twelve new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in front of the Los Alamos County Municipal Building are now fully operational and available for use following a two-month installation project.
The 12 stations are powered by six state-of-the-art Level 2 dual-port networked chargers. A fee of $0.23/kWh will apply for public use of the chargers, helping to offset the operational costs of the new infrastructure. Users will need to have or set up a ChargePoint account to use the chargers. Read More
County: Protect Your Home From Sewer Overflow
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is reminding customers to check whether their home or business is protected from potential sewer backups with a properly installed and maintained backwater valve.
Although DPU follows a rigorous maintenance program for cleaning and repairing sanitary sewer mains, obstructions can still occur for a variety of reasons. Sewer backups can be costly to clean up and may create public health risks for occupants.
When a backwater valve is required
The national plumbing code requires a backwater valve when any plumbing fixture (such Read More
Camp May Road Work Updated Due To Lack Of Snow
COUNTY News:
With high hopes for a snowy ski season at Pajarito Mountain, the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) previously shortened closures on Camp May Road during the holidays. Unfortunately, the mountain is still too dry for skiing, and as such, the road closure schedule is being adjusted again to take advantage of the favorable weather conditions for construction.
Camp May Road and Camp May will be closed through 5 p.m. Wednesday this week. They will be open Thursday through Sunday. Starting Monday, Jan. 5, Camp May Road will be closed Monday through Thursday for two more weeks Read More
DPLAC To Meet Monday Jan. 5, 2026
DPLAC News:
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County will continue to meet monthly but with a change to the first Monday of the month with a new start time of 7 p.m. The first meeting will be at 7 p.m. Jan. 5.
In person option: Project Y co-work space in Central Park Square, 150 Central Park Square.
Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81654127593, Meeting ID: 816 5412 7593
Planned Agenda Items:
- Candidate introductions, 3 minutes each;
- Executive team updates (Chair, Vice Chair, Ward Chairs);
- Local candidate recruiting;
- Volunteers needed for planning 2026 campaign support and strategy; and
Library To Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve At Both Branches
Courtesy/Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
Both branches of the Los Alamos Public Library invite families to ring in the new year early with the annual Noon Year’s Eve celebration Wednesday, Dec. 31. The free program runs from 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
The annual Noon Year’s Eve celebration offers families with younger children a chance to celebrate at a kid-friendly hour. This year, as a new offering, the White Rock Branch will introduce a low-sensory option designed for children who prefer a calmer environment.
“Every year, we party at midday so kids don’t have to stay up until midnight,” Youth Read More
Alert: Main Hill Road Closed Due To Rockslide
UPDATE: As of 8:25 a.m. the Main Hill Road has been cleared and reopened.
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) report that both east and westbound lanes of N.M. 502, Main Hill Road, are closed due to a rockslide near Anderson Overlook.
LAPD officers are on scene and the New Mexico Department of Transportation is en route. Traffic is being rerouted to East Jemez Road or the Truck Route.
At this time, there is no estimated timeline for when the roadway will reopen.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Read More
