Lane Closure On West Road Scheduled For Wednesday
COUNTY News:
Traffic on West Road will be reduced to one lane on Wednesday, Oct. 22, between Fairway Drive and the Los Alamos County Ice Rink.
Drivers should expect delays due to flagging operations and are encouraged to take alternate routes that day.
The closure is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. to allow Water Production crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) to repair a water line.
Direct questions or concerns to the Customer Care Center at 505.662.8333 or email CustomerCare@losalamosnm.gov.
Map depicting the area on West Road that will be reduced to one lane on Wednesday, Read More
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Pastel Society Of New Mexico To Show Works And Give Demonstration At Mesa Public Library
Pastels in a box by Letitia Roller. Courtesy/MPL
Pastel work by Nicholas Tesluk. Courtesy/MPL
Mesa Public Library News:
Mesa Public Library is hosting a special art show featuring pastel art, Oct. 27 through Nov. 18. In addition to this special featured art show, the Pastel Society of New Mexico’s Nicholas Tesluk will give a talk on the history of visual art with pastels at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, followed, at 2 p.m. by a live demonstration and discussion by Letitia Roller.
The Pastel Society of New Mexico is bringing a collection of its members’ works to the community of Los Alamos to share this vibrant Read More
Update: Eastbound Lane Reopened On Diamond Drive
Scene of the disabled truck and trailer, which caused one eastbound lane to be closed this evening on Diamond Drive. The roadway is now reopened. Courtesy/LAC
Scene of the trailer being towed this evening from the area of Diamond Drive and Arkansas. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
As of 8:10 p.m. today, Oct. 20, Los Alamos County officials report that the disabled truck and trailer have been towed from the area of Diamond Drive and Arkansas.
The eastbound lane has been fully reopened.
Earlier this evening, one eastbound lane had been closed on Diamond Drive when the truck and trailer became disabled. Read More
Diamond Drive Eastbound Reduced To One Lane At Arkansas Due To Disabled Truck And Trailer
COUNTY News:
As of 4:45 p.m. today, Los Alamos County officials report that eastbound traffic on Diamond Drive at Arkansas is reduced to one lane due to a disabled truck and trailer.
Motorists are advised to expect delays and exercise caution in the area.
The estimated time to reopen the lane is not yet known. Read More
Taking A Closer Look At County Art … Solar Tree Project Had Some Local Assistance
Dr. Phil Seeger stands under the Solar Tree that he contributed to. Courtesy photo
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County has an impressive art collection; from the abstract to the realistic, the County has a vast array of sculptures and paintings displayed throughout its facilities and spaces.
But what does everyone think about these pieces? The Art in Public Places Board wants to know and has issued a three-part questionnaire to gather people’s feedback. The survey is open through Oct. 31 and is available at https://polco.us/n/res/vote/los-alamos-county-nm/public-art-in-los-alamos-county Read More
County Inclusivity Task Force To Meet Oct. 22
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force is scheduled to meet at 12:15 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 22 in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person and for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85262446713
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 719 359 4580 US, +1 253 205 0468 US, +1 669 444 9171
US +1 360 209 5623 US
Webinar ID: 852 6244 6713
The meeting agenda is available Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Oct. 20
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County services such as mail delivery, trash and recycling collection, and emergency services will be maintained for each project detailed below.
Residents and businesses will often experience large equipment and construction noise. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to always use caution and slow down around construction activities and avoid entering work zones outside of designated detour paths.
Road and Utility Work:
North Mesa & North Community Pavement Preservation Project
- Location: 39th, 37th, 36th, North Mesa Road, San Ildefonso Road, Stoneview
Parks & Rec Board To Hold Special Meeting Thursday To Review And Discuss Proposed Brewer Arena Project
COUNTY News:
The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 23, in Council Chambers to review and discuss the proposed Brewer Arena project.
The purpose of the meeting is to gather input and consider a potential recommendation to Council regarding the project’s next steps.
The meeting is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to participate.
Virtual attendance is also available via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85800662908.
For meeting updates, Zoom access, project details, and supporting documents, click here. Read More
Council To Consider GRT Increase At Oct. 28 Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave., to consider adopting two ordinances that would increase the County’s gross receipts tax (GRT) rate by five-eighths of one percent (0.625%).
Proposed Ordinance 748 would increase the County portion by 0.0125% and Ordinance 747 increases the municipal portion by 0.6125%.
If approved, the total GRT rate would increase from 7.0625% to 7.6875%, effective July 1, 2026. At that rate, GRT would total eight cents on a $1 purchase, 77 cents on a $10 purchase, and $7.69 Read More
LAPD To Host Fall DEA Drug Take-Back Day Oct. 25
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will be participating in the upcoming DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25. This event will be held in LAPD’s North parking lot off Central Avenue.
Community members are encouraged to take advantage of this initiative to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications safely. For convenience, simply follow the posted signs and drive through to the designated take-back boxes. Please dispose of any trash or empty bottles beforehand. Labels on medication bottles may remain intact, though Read More
What Spirits & Energy Inefficiencies Are Lurking At The Senior Center? Don’t Miss Halloweekend’s Ghost Hunt
View through thermal camera. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
This Halloweekend’s chills just leveled up, and this one’s ready to haunt your dreams. The Ghost Hunt is from 6:30–8 p.m., Saturday, October 25, in the lower level of the Betty Ehart Senior Center. Participants can follow footprints winding from the Pumpkin Glow at the Fuller Lodge lawn to the lower-level entrance of the Senior Center.
This event is traditionally held in partnership with the Los Alamos Little Theatre, the Public Library, and the Department of Public Utilities (DPU); however, the performance center is undergoing renovations, Read More
Thieves Are Stealing No Kings Day 2.0 Signs
One of the 10 signs stolen within a day or two of placement from Friday to Monday. The signs publicize the ‘peaceful No Kings Rally 2.0’ set to begin at 3 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 18, near Ashley Pond. Courtesy/Tyler Taylor
To deter thieves, signs are now embedded in concrete, placed in buckets with zip ties, and placed in areas where video cameras are present. This one is near Los Alamos High School. Four of these signs in concrete have been placed along Trinity Drive within the view of the police cameras. The fifth one was placed on Diamond Drive next to the LAHS parking lot, close to the stadium. It was Read More
Los Alamos County Community Services Invites Public To Rededication Of East Park & North Mesa Athletic Courts
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services invites the public to a rededication event celebrating the completion of the East Park and North Mesa Athletic Court Renovation Project. Community members are encouraged to attend and tour the newly improved facilities at both locations.
The rededication will take place at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the North Mesa Pickleball and Tennis Courts at 245 North Mesa Park Road. At 3 p.m., the event will move to the East Park Basketball Court at 300 East Road.
This Parks and Open Space Division project began earlier this year and included the full Read More
Los Alamos Deputy Police Chief James Rodriguez Graduates From Prestigious FBI National Academy
Deputy Chief James Rodriguez finishes the legendary Yellow Brick Road, entering the FBI Training Facility under the blue gate. Courtesy/LAPD
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos DailyPost
caclark@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Deputy Police Chief James Rodriguez has graduated as a member of the 295th session of the FBI National Academy. The graduation took place Sept. 4, at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Va. Deputy Chief Rodriguez is the sixth officer in Los Alamos Police Department history to complete this prestigious leadership program. Nationally, fewer than 1 percent of officers are selected Read More
Camp May Road Closed Monday–Friday For Paving Work
COUNTY News:
Fridays have been added to the closure schedule for Camp May Road and Camp May. Already closed Monday through Thursday since April, this additional day has been added so that paving operations can be completed before the snow season. Until further notice, the road and camp area will only be open from 5 p.m. Fridays until midday on Sundays.
Campers, hikers, bikers and other recreators are reminded that this weekday closure includes trailheads feeding onto Camp May Road. Camping at Camp May is limited to Friday and Saturday nights on a first-come, first-served basis. Access to Camp Read More
Community Shows Support For Proposed Bike Park
Sporting his bike helmet, Tuff Riders President Greg Weiss voices his support for the proposed bike park on North Mesa during the Oct. 7 Los Alamos County Council meeting. Screenshot/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A crowd of people, many wearing bike helmets, filed into Los Alamos County Council Chambers Oct. 7, to support the proposed bike park on North Mesa.
Council heard a presentation by Bike Park Working Group members Kyle Dickman and Nathan Maier, who urged pursuing the bike park. The council did not act on the proposal during the meeting.
Parks and Read More
Topper Varsity Boys’ Soccer Wins Match Against Pojoaque
The Toppers get pumped up before their conference match against Pojoaque Valley and won the match by a score of 11-0. The Elks were on match for the powerful Toppers, and the match was shortened by the Mercy Rule at half time. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sammy Brown had a hat trick, 3 goals for the match from 6 shots. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com
James Ilo tries to get the ball past the Elks Golie, Andy Ramierz. James had one goal for the match. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com
Connor Lattimore takes control of the ball and scores a goal. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board To Meet Oct. 21, 2025
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board will meet noon, Tuesday, Oct. 21, in Council Chambers, at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
The agenda is available online here. There are also printed copies available in Suite 150 at the Municipal Building. Read More
BPU Chair Updates Kiwanis On Public Utilities
Board of Public Utilities Chair Robert Gibson presents an update on the County’s utilities activities to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos at its Oct. 7 meeting. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club
Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities Chair Robert Gibson presented an update on the County’s utilities activities to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos at its Oct. 7 meeting at Trinity on the Hill. He outlined the structure of the Department of Public Utilities and provided information on its accomplishments and future plans.
Los Alamos County owns and operates all four of its utilities: Read More
