New Library Cards And Account Maintenance Now Available
Los Alamos Mesa Public Library employee Lizzie Eastwood. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
LIBRARY News:
Make an appointment to get a new card, upgrade a temporary card, or pay for lost or damaged items at Mesa Public Library.
- Starting Tuesday, Feb. 9, patrons can make appointments at Mesa Public Library for library card account maintenance; to issue new cards, upgrade temporary cards, and make payments for lost or damaged items.
- Call the library at 505.662.8250 or email libweb@lacnm.us to reserve an appointment during curbside hours, 2-6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Environment Department To Host Quarterly Los Alamos Community Engagement Meeting Feb. 25
NMED DOE-OB Bureau Chief Chris Catechis
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) will host a virtual Los Alamos community engagement meeting 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25.
The purpose of these regularly scheduled meetings is to engage the community in discussion of topics related to NMED’s work at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).
The meeting will include an update on air monitoring data gathered by NMED in association with Middle DP Road contamination and the NMED Department of Energy Oversight Bureau (DOE-OB) will provide an overview of how to access and search publicly Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 541 New Cases, Total Now 179,323 With 18 New Deaths And 116,518 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 512 more positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports no new cases today so the total remains at 459 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.)
Today’s update includes 18 more deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:
- 111 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 101 new cases in Chaves County
- 6 new cases
Los Alamos Animal Shelter: Zen And Loki Are Adopted
Zen, a three legged 2-year-old male dog has been adopted from the Los Alamos Animal Shelter! Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com
Loki, a 7-month-old male dog has been adopted from the Los Alamos Animal Shelter! Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More
Details For COVID Vaccination Clinic In Los Alamos Sunday
COUNTY News:
Nambe Drugs, New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) and Los Alamos County officials would like to provide additional information to Los Alamos residents who have an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Sunday, Feb. 14 in Griffith Gymnasium at Los Alamos High School, 1300 Diamond Dr.
This event was originally scheduled to be held at Nambe Drugs, but due to inclement weather was moved to Griffith Gymnasium.
- Check the appointment date and time to ensure that it is for Sunday, Feb. 14 at Griffith Gym. (Independent of the County, Nambe Drugs through NMDOH is sending
Chart 334: COVID-19 In New Mexico Feb. 11, 2021
The bars in this chart display the seven-day average number of cases per 100,000 people, and the line shows New Mexico’s ‘red to green’ gating criterion. Los Alamos (12.9 average daily cases per 100,000) and its three surrounding counties are highlighted. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
NMDOH: Cat Diagnosed With Plague In Los Alamos County
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports a cat has been diagnosed with plague in Los Alamos County, making it the first plague case in New Mexico this year.
“NMDOH staff will conduct an environmental investigation to ensure the safety of the immediate family and neighbors,” Secretary-Designate Dr. Tracie Collins said. “We also offer a friendly reminder: even in the midst of a global pandemic, other diseases still occur in New Mexico, and there are steps people can take to keep themselves and their pets safe.”
The cat, which became ill in early January, has now Read More
County Council Weighs Options For Downtown Masterplans
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council was updated on the downtown master plans during its regular meeting Feb. 2.
The contractor tasked with developing the plans, Dekker, Perich and Sabatini (D/P/S), presented a status report on the two master plans for the Los Alamos and White Rock downtown areas.
Will Gleason of D/P/S said the presentation is a result of input gathered from numerous public meetings.
“We’ve gotten a lot of great public input,” he said.
He encouraged the community to continue engaging in the project. Visit https://losalamosconnect.org Read More
Ryti: Vaccines And Upcoming Council Agendas
By Randall Ryti,
Chair Los Alamos County Council
Planning and coordination are essential government functions. In 2020, Los Alamos County updated our plans to include coordination with the State on public health emergencies. Our Emergency Manager, Beverley Simpson, also prepared a Point of Distribution plan for vaccines. This plan was reviewed and approved by NM Department of Health (DOH) in 2020.
This vaccine distribution plan is being implemented for the COVID vaccination clinics being sponsored by DOH. At this time DOH is the source of all vaccines coming to Los Alamos. The distribution Read More
County Welcomes New HR Manager Jennifer Dorian
HR Manager Jennifer Dorian
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A native to Albuquerque, Jennifer Dorian spent 20 years in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area but was looking for an opportunity to return to New Mexico.
When she discovered Los Alamos County had an opening for its Human Resources Manager position, Dorian seized the chance to come back to her home state.
Dorian officially started work Jan. 11 at the County. Previously, Denise Cassel was the Human Resources Manager before she retired Jan. 29.
Before joining the County staff, Dorian said she worked Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 512 New Cases, Total Now 178,790 With 31 New Deaths And 114,976 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 512 more positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 1 new cases today bringing the total to 460 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.)
Today’s update includes 31 more deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:
- 122 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 14 new cases in Chaves County
- 14 new cases in
Chart 333: COVID-19 In New Mexico Feb. 10, 2021
The state of New Mexico updated the COVID-19 county map with risk designations applicable for the two-week period Feb 10 – Feb 23. New Mexico’s ‘Red to Green’ framework includes two gating criteria: (1) Average daily cases below 8 per 100,000 residents, and (2) test positivity rate below 5 percent. There are three risk designations: (a) RED, none of the gating criteria are met, (b) YELLOW, one gating criteria met, (c) GREEN, both gating criteria are met. Los Alamos County, with average daily cases of 12.9 per 100,000 people and test positivity of 2.2 percent remains in YELLOW. The numberLos Alamos Vaccine Clinic By Appointment Only Sunday
COUNTY News:
Some Los Alamos citizens eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and are registered with the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) will receive an email or a text message this week.
DOH notifications will provide information on how to schedule an appointment for the vaccine clinic Sunday, Feb. 14 at Griffith Gymnasium at Los Alamos High School, 1300 Diamond Dr. The event is hosted by Nambe Drugs, Los Alamos County and DOH.
Due to a limited supply of vaccine, DOH is prioritizing notification to those healthcare workers and adults 75 years and older most in need and still waiting for Read More
Los Alamos County Animal Shelter Seeks To Reunite Dog Found Near Water Canyon Trailhead With Owner
This female dog was found recently near the Water Canyon Trailhead. She is on ‘stay hold’ at the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter, which is seeking to find her owner. If unclaimed by Feb. 12, this dog will be available for adoption. She is housebroken and friendly with other dogs and cats. For information, contact the animal shelter at 505.662.8179. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.comSombrillo And Aspen Ridge Residents And Staff Have All Received Second Dose Of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
Residents celebrate recent vaccinations at Aspen Ridge and Sombrillo in Los Alamos. Courtesy/LARC
LARC News:
Residents and employees of Aspen Ridge Lodge Assisted Living received their second dose on Jan. 31 of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
Residents and employees of Sombrillo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center received their second dose Feb. 7 of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
“The vaccines have been joyfully received and very welcomed,” a LARC spokesperson said. “Los Alamos Retirement Community (LARC) would like to take this opportunity to thank the doctors, scientists and staff of Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 413 New Cases, Total Now 178,280 With 19 New Deaths And 113,448 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 413 more positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports no new cases today so the total remains at 459 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.)
Today’s update includes 19 more deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:
- 157 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 7 new cases in Chaves County
- 2 new cases in
Chart 332: COVID-19 In New Mexico Feb. 9, 2021
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. The current daily average is the lowest since Nov. 10. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimLos Alamos County Golf Course Prepping For 2021
COUNTY News:
Beginning Feb. 15, the Los Alamos County Golf Course Pro Shop will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.
These hours of operation will be in effect until March 14.
Golf season passes are also now available to be purchased at the Los Alamos County Golf Course Pro Shop, at 4424 Diamond Dr.Phone 505.662.8139. Read More
Whiteside: LAMC Never ‘Declines To Participate’
By JOHN WHITESIDE, MHA, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Los Alamos Medical Center
To date Los Alamos Medical Center has given out over 500 vaccinations and helped train those who will run the local vaccination clinics.
We have worked tirelessly to keep our community healthy and provide outstanding local health care.
Over the last year, during the pandemic, our health care workers at LAMC have taken care of not only COVID-19 patients, but your family, friends, and neighbors with other life threatening illnesses, we have never been able to “decline to participate”.
Our nurses, physicians, respiratory Read More
COVID-19 Testing By Curative Continues At Overlook Park
COUNTY News:
Residents who would like to be tested for COVID-19 have easy access to testing right here in Los Alamos County.
They can visit the Curative-staffed testing site at Overlook Park in White Rock by simply registering online for a test slot and then driving to the park.
The page to register for the hosted bi-weekly event is below and the event is held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday.
This is the easy-to-do “saliva swab” test that is free and offered by Curative.
After today, the next test will occur Thursday, Feb. 11. Visit: https://curative.com/search#9/35.8585/-106.3172 Read More
