County Inclusivity Task Force To Meet Dec. 3
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Inclusivity Task Force will meet at 12 p.m., Dec. 3, 2025, in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave.
The agenda packet and meeting agenda have been published and are available here. This meeting will not have a zoom link or will not have a video, however the public is invited to attend. Read More
New Mexico To Host Farm To Cafeteria Food Conference
ECECD News:
SANTA FE — The National Farm to School Network will bring its annual National Farm to Cafeteria Conference to Albuquerque this year, spotlighting New Mexico’s leadership in providing children with local, healthy food in schools and early childhood settings.
The event will gather hundreds of advocates, educators, farmers and community leaders from across the country to promote local, nutritious food choices in schools and childcare centers. The conference is Dec. 1 through Dec. 4 at the Albuquerque Convention Center, 401 2nd St. NW.
The theme of the conference is “Rooted in Culture, Read More
Step Up Gallery: LA County Employee Art Show Dec. 4
STEP UP GALLERY News:
Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library announces the second biennial Los Alamos County Employee Art Showcase, an exhibit of art and photography, opening Thursday, Dec. 4. That same day, members of the community are invited to attend the opening reception 4-6 p.m. in the upper-level rotunda outside the gallery. Light refreshments will be served. This year, current and retired County employees are featured in this artistically talented group. The art showcase will be open through Jan. 7, 2026.
Art on display includes: large carved wooden bowls, end tables, and a carved Read More
Community Invited To Donate To ‘I Can Help’ … ‘I Need Help’
Los Alamos County is partnering with local organizations to host an ‘I Can Help’ … ‘I Need Help’ Food Assistance Program to assist those in need in the community. Shown here is a donation drop-off location in the lobby of the Municipal Building. The community is invited to drop off food and monetary donations between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., except on Thanksgiving Day, Saturdays and Sundays. This program runs until Dec. 4. To learn more and find other drop-off locations, click here. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Holiday Farolito Sand Available Around Town Wednesday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Division will be placing sand at various locations around town on Wednesday, Nov. 26.
Locations to fill farolito bags:
- Deer Trap on Barranca Mesa;
- Soccer Field Parking Lot on North Mesa; and
- The parking lot by the transfer station in White Rock.
For additional information, call County Streets Superintendent Daniel Campos at 505.500.7321 or email daniel.campos@losalamosnm.us. Read More
County: Shop Local This Holiday Season
Los Alamos County Councilor Melenee Hand presents a proclamation designating Nov. 29 as Small Business Saturday in Los Alamos to Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Director Sandy Jones during the Nov. 4 County Council meeting. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is encouraging residents and visitors to support local businesses throughout the holiday season by participating in Small Business Saturday Nov. 29, 2025. This national celebration underscores the essential role small businesses play in shaping the local economy, strengthening community character, and contributing Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, 2025
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, 2025:
Friday, Nov. 28, 2025
- 06:00 AM Democracy Now! – Live
- 10:00 AM The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11:00 AM County Council Replay 11-18–25
- 04:00 PM Democracy Now!
- 05:00 PM PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 06:00 PM Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce “New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax”
- 07:00 PM PAC 8 Summer
County: Watch For Wildlife On Roadways During Winter Months…
Slow down and stay alert as temperatures drop and days get shorter to avoid wildlife collisions. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, more vehicles will be on the road at times when wildlife are most active: dusk and dawn. Even smaller animals, such as cottontails and jackrabbits, can prove to be hazardous as motorists brake or swerve to avoid a collision.
Follow these simple tips to help reduce the chances of a dangerous collision:
- Slow down and look for movement. Slowing down doesn’t just help avoid a collision; it can reduce the impact if a large animal
LAAC Earns 2025 New Mexico Top HAT Award
From left, LAAC Marketing Director Megan Hesselink, Asst. Executive Director Andrew Wright, Executive Director Brandi Engeman and PEEC Executive Director Jillian Rubio at the Top HAT Awards Tuesday. Courtesy photo LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) was recognized Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the 2025 New Mexico Top HAT Awards Gala for excellence in Community Engagement.
This award is in recognition of the hard work and efforts the organization has made to ensure its events and programs drive tourism and economic development opportunities through Los Alamos as well as its multiple partnerships
Video: Council Chair Cull Discusses Tuesday’s Meeting
Los Alamos County Council Chair Theresa Cull discusses Tuesday’s council meeting. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
County: Be Cool When Tossing Hot Ashes!
From Los Alamos County:
Nothing says cozy like a crackling fire on a chilly night — until those fireplace ashes turn into an unexpected hazard. Before you toss them out, make sure they’ve cooled completely and are stored safely.
Let’s keep the warmth in our homes and the fires where they belong. Stay safe, Los Alamos!
Residents and businesses should ensure all hot ashes are fully extinguished before placing them in trash receptacles. This simple precaution will help protect both our community and our waste collection staff and equipment.
Smoldering trash can turn into a serious fire, or, if dumped Read More
County Invites Community To 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County invites the community to join the County Council at 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting and celebrate the start of the holiday season with light and cheer. The ceremony will be held in the Municipal Building Lobby (1000 Central Ave.) on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 5:15 to 5:45 p.m.
County Councilor Chair Theresa Cull will flip the switch just before the Holiday Light Parade begins at 6 p.m. This year the tree will be decorated with hand-crafted ornaments made of recycled materials by local schools, community members and County employees. Hot cocoa and marshmallows Read More
PEEC Honored As ‘Outstanding Attraction’ At 2025 New Mexico Top HAT Awards
New Mexico Tourism Department Acting Cabinet Secretary Lancing Adams, with Executive Director Jillian Rubio, center, and Board Member Lauren Winchester as they accept the ‘Outstanding Attraction’ award on behalf of PEEC during Tuesday’s 2025 NM Top HAT Awards Gala in Albuquerque. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), the nonprofit organization that operates the Los Alamos Nature Center, has been awarded “Outstanding Attraction” at the 2025 New Mexico Top HAT Awards Gala, hosted by the New Mexico Hospitality Association.
On Tuesday night, Executive Read More
County Offices To Close Nov. 27-28 For Thanksgiving
COUNTY News:
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, Los Alamos County government offices and services will join other federal, state, and local governments and close on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28.
The County’s administrative offices, senior centers, Atomic City Transit service, and the Environmental Services division are closed on both days.
In addition, the following facilities will close or have modified hours:
White Rock Branch and Mesa Public libraries
- Wednesday before Thanksgiving: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Thursday–Thanksgiving Day: Closed
- Friday after Thanksgiving:
‘The Way Of Art – New Mexico Veterans Create’ Now Showing Through Nov. 28 At Step Up Gallery
New Mexico Veterans Richard Riekenberg, left, and Upton Ethelbah chat at the opening reception for ‘The Way of Art – New Mexico Veterans Create’ now showing in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. Courtesy photo
STEP UP GALLERY News:
Judges and viewers alike are wowed by the artwork in “The Way of Art – New Mexico Veterans Create”, now showing in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library.
More than 50 artists who are veterans of military service are showing their art through Nov. 28. Artwork by former paratroopers, helicopter pilots, deep sea divers and submariners, along with combat Read More
Los Alamos County MRAs To Open For Business In 2026
The boundary of the East Downtown Los Alamos MRA Plan. Courtesy/LAC
The boundary of the White Rock Town Hall MRA. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The two Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas (MRA) in Los Alamos County are just about ready to open for business.
During an interview with the Los Alamos Daily Post Monday, Community Development Department Director Eli Isaacson discussed the Downtown Los Alamos and White Rock Town Hall MRA plans. He explained the application and handbook for property owners, business owners or developers should be finalized Read More
Los Alamos County Council Approves $40 Million In GRT Bonds For Community Broadband Network
Community Broadband Manager Jerry Smith
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
On Tuesday, Nov. 11, Los Alamos’ cellphone and internet activity screeched to a halt – again. In the last 12 months there have been four outages with the same culprit, a cut fiber optic line.
This time, however, the solution is not only identified but is being implemented. And the solution’s name is the Community Broadband Project.
During Tuesday’s Los Alamos County Council meeting, council unanimously approved an ordinance that authorizes the issuance of Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) improvement Read More
Is That Really A Supermoon Shining Above Ashley Pond?
Is that really a ‘Super Moon’ shining above Ashley Pond Park? Actually, it is an artistically enhanced version of the Moon shining above the pond on Nov. 7. Photo by Steve Bublitz Read More
Community Invited To Share Feedback Regarding Fleet Conversion Plan And Community-Wide EV Charging Plan
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County invites residents, business owners, landlords, tenants, HOAs, commuters, and all others to attend a public meeting for a presentation of the draft Fleet Conversion Plan and Community-Wide EV Charging Plan.
The meeting is 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave. and via Zoom for those unable to attend in person.
The County encourages feedback from the community to help shape the future of local transportation and electric vehicle infrastructure across the county.
The Fleet Conversion Plan outlines how the Read More
County Council Proclaims Dec. 2, 2025 Giving Tuesday
Los Alamos Community Foundation Executive Director Elizabeth Martineau, left, is joined by Councilor Ryn Herrmann, 4th from left, and local nonprofits as she accepts a proclamation declaring Tuesday, Dec. 2, as Giving Tuesday in Los Alamos. Giving Tuesday is a national day of community giving. Residents can support local nonprofits at LosAlamosGives.org. Read More
