Opportunities To Share Feedback On ‘Have Your Say’ Page
COUNTY News:
eComment tool: Los Alamos County launched in August 2024 an eComment tool designed to enhance public engagement for County Council meetings. The eComment function allows individuals to submit online public comments for upcoming Council meetings once the agenda is published, typically the Friday before the meeting.
Online comments may be submitted until noon on the day of the Council meeting, and copies will be provided to each councilor before the start of the meeting and become part of the public record. This tool enables residents to participate from anywhere.
To submit a Read More
More Scenes From LAHS Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit Class Conducting Interviews At Justice Center
The Honorable Los Alamos County Municipal Court Judge Elizabeth Allen speaks with Los Alamos High School Students from English Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit class in early November as they interview her in her office at the Justice Center. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos High School students from English Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit class interview the Honorable Los Alamos County Municipal Court Judge Elizabeth Allen in her office recently at the Justice Center. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos High School students from English Teacher Read More
Call For Volunteers To Serve On Boards & Commissions
Los Alamos County Invites All To 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County invites the community to join the County Council at the 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting to celebrate the start of the holiday season.
The ceremony is 5:15-5:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, inside the Municipal Building Lobby at 1000 Central Ave. County Councilor Chair Theresa Cull will flip the switch just before 6 p.m. when the Holiday Light Parade begins.
This year’s tree will be decorated with handcrafted ornaments made of recycled materials by local schools, community members and County employees. Hot cocoa and marshmallows will be served.
Direct questions to the County Read More
DPU AND PEEC To Hold Home Energy Management In-Person & Live-Streamed Talk Monday
Courtesy/OpenEnergyMonitor
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to join the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) and Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) for a practical talk on simple tools to track and manage home energy use, from energy monitoring apps like Sense to smart plugs and device scheduling.
Scheduled for 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1, at Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road, the talk will also explore more advanced automation with Home Assistant, including a live demo of how it runs an off-grid solar system.
This program is part of a collaboration Read More
County Lifeguard Instructor/Trainer Recertification Nov. 30
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Lifeguard Instructor/Trainer Recertification is 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 at the Aquatic Center, 2760 Canyon Road.
The purpose of this course is for certified American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructors to maintain their skills and certification.
All participants must register with a personal email address to access the Red Cross Learning Center.
Participants who complete this course will receive a certification for Lifeguarding Instructor valid for 2 years.
To participate in the Lifeguarding Instructor Course, individuals must:
- Be at least
Los Alamos County Ice Rink Opens 11:30AM Today!
The Los Alamos County Ice Rink opens for public skating at 11:30 this morning. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Ice Rink, which has been on a delayed opening due to mechanical issues, opens for public skating at 11:30 this morning.
Built in 1936, the Ice Rink is the only refrigerated, NHL regulation, outdoor Ice Rink in New Mexico. The rink offers public skating, hockey, and skating lessons through February.
Dress warmly, in layers, and know that whether it is stunning winter skies dotted with fluffy white clouds, or night skies filled with twinkling stars, everyone can enjoy an Read More
Household Hazardous Waste Collection At Eco Station Dec. 5
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Environmental Services will accept household hazardous waste, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at the Eco Transfer Station, 3701 East Jemez Road. Residents who already pay for curbside collection can drop off household hazardous waste at the Eco Transfer Station.
Accepted items include:
Smoke Detectors, Light Bulbs, Aerosol Spray Cans, Automotive Fluids, Corrosives, Cleaners, Photographic Flammable Solvents, Fuels, Items Containing Mercury, Oxidizers, Fertilizers, Pool Chemicals, Paints, Finishes, Stains, Pesticides and herbicides.
Note: Disposing Read More
County: Santa’s Workshop At Fuller Lodge Saturday Dec. 6
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to join Los Alamos County Recreation staff for a cozy afternoon of holiday fun at Santa’s Workshop, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at Fuller Lodge.
This free family event invites children and families to decorate cookies, make festive crafts, write letters to Santa, and take photos with Santa or the Grinch.
This event is a great way to celebrate the holidays with the community. Read More
NACo: Counties Celebrate Key Permitting Inclusion In SPEED Act
NACo News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Association of Counties (NACo) issued the following statement in response to the passage of the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act (H.R. 4776), which advanced out of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources Nov. 20.
NACo Executive Director Matthew Chase said:
“Counties are pleased that the SPEED Act would reform the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) by streamlining federal permitting and strengthening county involvement in decision-making. We support commonsense permitting reforms, and Read More
County Council To Meet In Regular Session Tuesday Dec. 2
COUNTY News:Social Services Office Hours At Mesa Public Library Dec. 3
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Social Services Division is offering convenient evening hours at the Mesa Public Library to better assist people who may not be able to meet during regular business hours.
Community members who need assistance with housing services, utility payments, food instability, or connections to other resources in the County are encouraged to stop by for a one-on-one meeting to learn how Social Services may be able to help.
No appointment is necessary.
The Social Services staff will be available 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, in a study room at the Mesa Public Library. Read More
Celebrate Los Alamos WinterFest Weekend 2025 Dec. 5-7!
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos WinterFest Weekend 2025 celebrates winter in Los Alamos, Dec. 5-7. This year’s theme is “Red, Green, or Christmas”.
Businesses/organizations have scheduled events, including ballets, bazaars, shows, sales:
Friday, Dec. 5
- 1-3 p.m. Community Art Program: Lino Block Printed Tea Towels, Los Alamos Arts Council
- 1-7 p.m. 32nd Annual Creche Show, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- 7-8 p.m. December Night Sky, Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC) Planetarium
- 7-9 p.m. Sugar Plum on “The Hill” at Duane Smith Auditorium
Saturday, Dec. 6
- 8-11 a.m. Kiwanis
Coyotes Relax Around Manure Bin At North Mesa Stables
A pair of coyotes relaxes Tuesday around a manure bin at the North Mesa Horse Stables. Photo by June Wall Read More
Los Alamos County Library Board To Meet Monday Dec. 1
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Library Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1, in Room 110 at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person, and a Zoom option is also available at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85215643936.
Find the meeting agenda here.
Note: If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting, please contact the County Human Resources Division at 505.662.8040, at least Read More
Local Officials Express Gratitude For Community
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
A sense of gratitude comes to mind on this Thanksgiving Eve 2025. When local leaders model gratitude, it sets a positive tone for the entire community, encouraging others to act with appreciation.
Research shows that gratitude has measurable benefits for both mental and physical health, which benefits the community as a whole. Gratitude also fosters stronger relationships, encourages public involvement, and promotes a more positive and resilient community.
Because practicing and promoting gratitude can help community Read More
Los Alamos High School Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit Class Conducts Interviews At Justice Center
Los Alamos High School students from English Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit class interview the Honorable Los Alamos County Municipal Court Judge Elizabeth Allen in her office recently at the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos High School students from English Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit class interview the Honorable Los Alamos County Magistrate Court Judge Catherine E. Taylor in her courtroom recently at the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos High School students from English Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Lit Read More
Los Alamos County Monitoring Equine Herpesvirus-1 Outbreak
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD) reports that there are currently no known cases of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) or Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in the County.
CSD staff is monitoring a multistate outbreak linked to the 2025 PRA World Finals in Waco, Texas (held Nov. 5-9) and the Barrel Futurities of America event in Guthrie, Okla. (held Nov. 17-18) where positive cases were confirmed. As a precaution, County staff is coordinating with local veterinarians and the State of New Mexico to be prepared should the situation change.
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LAPS Announces Dec. 1 Is Ride The Bus Day!
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) is encouraging all eligible students to ride the school bus to or from school on Monday, Dec. 1, as part of “Ride the Bus” Day.
This initiative not only helps the environment but also funds the LAPS Transportation Department.
The goal is to have 1,000 riders.
Two days a year, the New Mexico Public Education Department has each school district tally student ridership for transportation funding: once in December, and again in February.
The school district receives funding for school bus transportation based on the number of students who ride the bus on Read More
Rose Garden Fence Installation Begins Monday, Dec. 1
Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
The Community Services Department (CSD), in partnership with Valley Fence Company, will begin installing a new fence at the Rose Garden as part of ongoing efforts to protect natural resources and enhance the visitor experience.
Construction was scheduled to begin on Nov. 24, 2025, and was expected to be completed by Dec. 9, 2025, weather permitting. The construction is now scheduled to begin on Dec. 1 and run through Dec. 16, weather permitting. During this period, portions of the park may be temporarily inaccessible.
“The installation of this fence is an important Read More
