Reminder: County’s MRA Q&A Session 5:30-7 Tonight
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County will hold a question-and-answer session to discuss Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas (MRAs) in Los Alamos and White Rock from 5:30-7 tonight, in the Boards and Commissions Room of the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
This session is open to the public and a hybrid option is available for remote participation via Zoom.
Staff from the Community Development Department will provide an overview of MRAs, explain the designation process, and answer questions about opportunities for property owners and the broader community. MRAs are districts where public Read More
Hampton: Thank You Los Alamos County!
By DAVID HAMPTON
Elected To UNM-LA Advisory Board
I want to thank the people of Los Alamos County for electing me to the UNM-LA Advisory Board. I won’t let you down!
It was great knocking doors this year and meeting so many of you, hearing your concerns regarding UNM-LA and other County issues.
I also want to thank the many individuals who helped me to get elected. You know who you are!
Additionally, thank you to all the election workers and the County Clerk’s Office, whose tireless efforts made this all happen.
And finally, congratulations to the other candidates who were elected last night. Read More
Polls Have Officially Closed In 2025 Regular Local Election – Results Coming Soon!
Political News:
The polls in the 2025 regular local election in Los Alamos County have officially closed.
Check back soon at ladailypost.com for preliminary results.
Editor’s note: The information provided tonight will remain unofficial until both the County and State have certified the results. Read More
County Dept. Of Public Utilities To Hold Work Session Nov. 5
COUNTY News:
The Board of Public Utilities will hold a work session in Council Chambers at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 5.
Members of the public may view proceedings online or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom. The agenda packet has been posted and can be found here.
You may also watch BPU Meetings at ladpu.com/BPULiveProceedings. Read More
Los Alamos County Transportation Board Meets Thursday
County: Water Repair Prompts West Road Closure
COUNTY News:
West Road from Diamond Drive to Fairway Drive will be closed to traffic in both directions 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday while water distribution crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) repair a large water leak.
During that time, West Road will be closed to semi-trucks between Fairway Drive and N.M. 502. Anyone else wishing to drive on that portion of West Road will need to detour through Western Area using Trinity Drive, 43rd Street, and Fairway Drive to access it.
At this time, DPU’s crews do not expect this repair to require any water disruptions for the properties Read More
Los Alamos County Ice Rink Opening Delayed Until Late Nov.
Community members enjoy skating at County ice rink. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Ice Rink will have a delayed opening due to mechanical issues. The new anticipated opening date is Nov. 28, 2025. We will announce a confirmed opening date as soon as more information becomes available.
In addition, late night facility operations at the rink will begin on Nov. 12, 2025.
For more information, please contact Brendan Tunning at brendan.tuning@losalamosnm.gov or 505.663.8170.
Mesa Public Library, White Rock Branch To Close Nov. 7 For Staff Development
LIBRARY News:
Mesa Public Library and the White Rock Branch will be closed Friday, Nov. 7 for a staff development day.
Library staff will take part in presentations on a variety of topics relevant to libraries. The training is part of an ongoing effort to support professional growth and enhance services for citizens.
Workshops will focus on practical library skills, collaboration across departments and addressing current issues in the field. Staff also will share experiences and strategies to strengthen public service.
While the buildings are closed, patrons can access digital resources Read More
Los Alamos County Council To Hold Regular Session Tuesday Nov. 4
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council to meet in regular session at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 4, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom (link). View Tuesday’s agenda at lacnm.com/agenda and use the eComments tool to provide public comment. Read More
Video: Councilor David Reagor Discusses Tuesday’s Meeting
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor discusses Tuesday’s meeting. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Scenes Of Los Alamos Firefighters Sharing Prevention And Safety Tips With Local Elementary School Students
Fire Capt. Joe Romero and members of the Los Alamos Fire Department visit with students on Oct. 20 at Barranca Mesa Elementary School. The firefighters brought their Fire Prevention & Public Education trailer, known as E.D.I.T.H (Exit Drills In The Home), to educate students, including Mrs. Travers’ 2nd graders shown here, about safety and prevention and what to do in the event of a house fire. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Inside the trailer, Fire Capt. Joe Romero discusses with students in Mrs. Shyder’s 2nd grade class the importance of fire alarms and what to do if they hear one Read More
Local Election Workers On The Job Saturday Evening
Election workers on the job on the final day of early voting, early Saturday evening in the Senior Activity Center in White Rock. From left, Sheila Molony, Esther Brunette, Ken Thomas and Kimberly Christensen. Tuesday, Nov. 4 is Election Day and polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. around Los Alamos and White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
2025 Election Day Locations
Los Alamos County Municipal Building
1000 Central Avenue
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Room 110
White Rock Town Hall
139 Longview Drive
White Rock, NM 87547
Conference Training Room
Golf Course Community Building
4244 Diamond Drive Read More
Republican Party Of Los Alamos: Please Vote!
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
Dear Friends:
Diane Denish recently said, “National politics may dominate the headlines, but it’s your local school board that will shape the classrooms, teachers, and opportunities your children see every day.” Please vote Stephanie Galvez for District 1, Tamara Hinckley for District 2, and Bryan Fearey for the UNM-LA Advisory Board.
Our Council’s vote to increase Gross Receipts Taxes on October 28, 2025, was terribly disappointing (with Councilor Reagor opposed). Does our County really believe that we can negatively impact the #1 economic Read More
Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge Sunday
Sheriff’s Posse News:
The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast this Sunday, Nov. 2.
The breakfast is served 7-11 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 North Mesa Road, near the North Mesa Stables.
The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes:
- Pancakes – Banana, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip and Plain;
- Scrambled Eggs;
- Sausage;
- Bacon; and
- Coffee, Tea and Orange Juice.
The price for adults is $10, children 4-10 years of age $5 and those 0-3 are free.
Proceeds this month go to benefit the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Read More
Library Kicks Off 4th Annual Community Seed Drive
Part one of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets, seeds grown in raised beds in front of the Mesa Public Library. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Part two of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Part three of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Part four of the Zinnia life cycle, from full bloom to seed library packets. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Public Library has kicked off its annual seed drive to support Read More
County Update On 2025 Regular Election
COUNTY News:
Election Day is Nov. 4 and polls will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at locations around the community.
Polls:
Los Alamos County Municipal Building
Room 110
1000 Central Ave.
Golf Course Community Building
Multi-Purpose Room
4244 Diamond Drive
Betty Ehart Senior Center
Downstairs Classroom
1101 Bathtub Row
UNM-LA
Building 2, Room 230
4000 University Drive
White Rock Town Hall
Conference Training Room
139 Longview Drive
ABSENTEE BALLOT DROP BOXES
Drop boxes are available 24 hours per day and monitored by video.
Mesa Public Library
2400 Central Avenue
White Rock Branch Library
10 Sherwood Read More
Scenes Of 2025 County Employee Appreciation Luncheon
The Los Alamos County Senior Management Team gather in costumes today at the 2025 Employee Appreciation Luncheon at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/LAC
Los Alamos County Councilors from left, Ryn Herrmann, Melanee Hand, Chair Theresa Cull, David Reagor and Randall Ryti at today’s annual Employee Appreciation Luncheon at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council and the Senior Management Team said thank yu to all County employees today at the annual Employee Appreciation Luncheon at Fuller Lodge.
The costume contest is always a highlight of this special event!
“Each employee Read More
County: Second Public Meeting – N.M. 4 Crossing Project
Benson: Dia De Los Votas Tuesday Nov. 4
Chalk art frog at LAHS. Courtesy image
By JODY BENSON
Los Alamos League of Women Voters
This morning when a friend and I were decrying the (what else) seeming dissolution of American democracy, I asked him, “Have you already voted?” He shrugged and with a dismissive shake of the head said, “Nah, I don’t vote in local elections. They don’t really matter. I leave it to people who really care about those issues.”
Uh, “Brad”, that’s a NO. Our Constitution set up a system that is Bottom Up, not Top Down.
It’s we the Bottom-up’s responsibility to tell the Top how we want our communities to function. Read More
Los Alamos Fire Dept. Receives Plane Fuselage For Training
LAFD took delivery of a plane fuselage today at Los Alamos Airport to use for training. Courtesy/LAC
LAFD News:
The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) took delivery of a plane fuselage today for use in future training exercises.
The fuselage will be stationed at the Los Alamos Airport, where it will serve as a training tool for the Crash Fire Rescue 6 truck, which is housed at Fire Station 6.
LAFD will conduct Aircraft Rescue Firefighter Training to practice response times and scenarios to maintain operational readiness for this type of incident. No live fire will be utilized at the site. Read More
