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NNSA Los Alamos Field Office Manager Ted Wyka Briefs County Council On Local Operations
NNSA-LA Field Office Manager Ted Wyka
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Operations are moving steadily along at the NNSA Los Alamos Field Office, Manager Ted Wyka told County Council during a Sept. 16 work session.
In his presentation, Wyka touched on several areas including the laboratory’s budget, the electric coordination agreement between the Department of Energy (DOE) and County’s Department of Public Utilities (DPU), the Rendija Canyon land transfer and the efforts to improve driving behaviors on laboratory property.
Regarding laboratory funding, Read More
Hilltopper Volleyball Wins 3-2 Over Capital Jaguars
Topper Maya Graves spikes the ball over Raven Ryan in the first set of the match played Tuesday evening against the Capital Jaguars in the Capital High Gymnasium in Santa Fe. The teams were evenly matched. The Toppers got off to a slow start, dropping the first two sets to the Jaguars, but came back to win the match 3-2 in five sets. This was a big win for the Toppers over an old foe. Photo by John McHale⁄ladailypost.com
Erin Pompeo and Peyton Labonty block a spike attempt by Amaya Gomez in the first set. Photo by John McHale⁄ladailypost.com
Erin Pompeo sets the ball for a spike attempt by Lauren Evenhaus Read More
Ribbon Cutting For Leisure Lagoon Art Installation Oct. 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Arts in Public Places Board (APPB) invites the public to attend the official ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of a new public art installation by artist Amanda Jaffe at the Leisure Lagoon in Los Alamos.
Details:
- When: 10-10:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7; and
- Where: Leisure Lagoon, 2760 Canyon Road.
This five-panel porcelain tile installation explores the calming and transformative qualities of water through rich textures, flowing patterns, and natural imagery. With panel titles such as “Night Snow / Pool” and “Blue Rain / Calm Pool”, the series Read More
Op-Ed: New Electricity Rules Are At Odds With Climate Goals
By NICHOLAS THOMPSON, Ph.D.
R&D Engineer
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos County is implementing two changes to how electricity will be billed. Both of these changes are aimed at reducing the peak grid demand, which is an important goal given how electricity demands are increasing. However, these changes can also result in higher bills for consumers and one of these changes is at odds with the County’s Climate Action Plan.
The first change is known as “Time of Use” rates. The idea here is to reduce demand as much as possible during peak usage times. In general, electricity grids need Read More
Council Proclaims Sept. 15-Oct. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month
From left, Los Alamos County employees Camille Chavez, Jacki Archuleta, Erika Thomas, Maria Tapia, Amy Danforth, Eric Martinez, Paula Nelson, Liza Rivera, Colorado Cordova, Juan Rael and Lucas Frescas accept a proclamation from Councilor Randall Ryti designating Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2025, as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Los Alamos County during the Sept. 16 council meeting. The employees pictured represent the 351 Hispanic employees who make up 36 percent of the County’s workforce. To mark the month, Los Alamos County libraries will host a Tiny Art Show and youth mural celebrating Read More
More Scenes From 2025 Hilltoppers Homecoming Parade
More scenes from the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers 2025 Homecoming Parade held Friday afternoon on Central Avenue in downtown Los Alamos. The team took on Capital’s Jaguars at Sullivan Field. Courtesy photo
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Customer Service Week In Los Alamos County Oct. 6–10
Deputy Utilities Manager of Finance and Administration Joann Gentry and Customer Care Center representatives Camille Chavez, Paula Nelson, Amy Danforth, Michelle Carlson, Audrey Collins and Jacki Archuleta accept a proclamation from Councilor Beverly Neil-Clinton designating Oct. 6–10, 2025, as Customer Service Week in Los Alamos County. Gentry invited the public to join Customer Care representatives at a Customer Service Fair at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8, in the Municipal Building lobby, featuring light refreshments and informational tables from several County departments. Read More
Daily Postcard: Spectacular Sunrise Above Golf Course
Daily Postcard: Spectacular sunrise, ‘Star of Autumn’ Monday at Los Alamos Golf Course. Photo by Pat Soran Read More
Los Alamos County Library Invites Community To Contribute To Military Tribute Display
‘Reunion’. Courtesy/Archbold family
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Library is inviting community members to share their stories and photographs of military service for a commemorative display and slideshow this November to be featured at both library locations. November is National Veterans and Military Families Month.
The display is being created by White Rock Branch Librarian Monique Archbold, herself a military spouse. Archbold is sharing her own story, including a photo of her husband returning from a six-month deployment and meeting their infant daughter for the first time. Read More
CCD Facilities To Close For Training Sept. 24, 29, 30
COUNTY News:
Facilities that fall under the Los Alamos County Community Services Department will be closed on various dates and times from Sept. 24 through Sept. 30 to enable staff to attend mandatory training.
Schedule:
- Sept. 24, 2025
- Los Alamos County Ice Rink will close at 4 p.m. for the remainder of the evening. Scheduled practices are also canceled for this facility.
- Sept. 29, 2025:
- Aquatic Center, closed 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Los Alamos County Golf Course, closed 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Los Alamos County Library, both branches, will open at 12 p.m.
- Parks and Open Space Office, closed 8 a.m. to
Public Invited To Coffee With A Cop At Ruby K’s Sept. 25
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) invites community members to join them for Coffee with A Cop, a unique opportunity to connect with local law enforcement. The event will be held on Thursday, September 25th, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Ruby K’s Bagel Cafe, located at 1789 Central Avenue.
Coffee With a Cop offers a casual setting for citizens, business owners, and visitors to engage in meaningful conversations with police officers. This initiative aims to build bridges and foster trust between law enforcement and the community by discussing issues and learning from one another. Read More
Upcoming APP Board Meeting Agenda Available
COUNTY News:
The agenda packet is available for the Art in Public Places Board meeting at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 25 in the Municipal Building, Room 110 (and via Zoom). Read More
Los Alamos HS And MS Bike Team Excels At Hayfield Hustle
Los Alamos High School Mountain Bike Team celebrates on the podium after the Hayfield Hustle. Athletes from left Zachary Bolin-Ryan, William Nettleton, Adis Bock, Calvin Grow, Seb Koglin, Phoebe Reid, Ian McLean, and Cullen McLean (front row). Courtesy photo
Paul Work taking an early lead at the Hayfield Hustle. Courtesy photo
SPORTS News:
Fourteen youth athletes, along with team coaches and parents from the Los Alamos HS and MS Mountain Bike Team, traveled to Gallup, NM, on Sept. 20 to compete in the New Mexico National Interscholastic Cycling Association’s (NM NICA) second race of the 2025 Read More
County Invites Community To Check Out Opportunities To Share Feedback On ‘Have Your Say’ Page
LAPD Promotes Three Officers At Friday Ceremony
Newly promoted Los Alamos Police Officers from left, Sgt. Kirk Williamson, Cmdr. Brent Hudspeth and Sgt. Joseph Dezendorf. LAPD hosted the swearing-in ceremony for the officers Friday in the Magistrate Courtroom at the Justice Center. The Honorable Judge Catherine Taylor presided. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Newly promoted Cmdr. Brent Hudspeth is sworn in by Judge Catherine Taylor. Photo. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Newly promoted Sgt. Joseph Dezendorf is sworn in by the Honorable Judge Catherine Taylor. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Newly promoted Sgt. Read More
Los Alamos County Personnel Board To Meet Sept. 23
Dive Into Pumpkin Splash At Aquatic Center Oct. 26
COUNTY News:
Make a splash this fall at Pumpkin Splash and Carnival, happening from 9-11:30 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 26, at the Los Alamos County Aquatic Center. It’s festive, and it’s all happening in the water.
The festivities begin at 9 a.m. with a carnival hosted by the Los Alamos Recreation Department, featuring games and activities for all ages. Then, at 10 a.m., children will have the chance to plunge into the water for pumpkins in the Leisure Lagoon, organized by age group to ensure a safe and exciting experience.
Admission is $7 per person per pumpkin when purchased in advance or $9 per person Read More
Video: Councilor Ryn Herrmann Details Sept. 16 Meeting
Video: County Councilor Ryn Herrmann discusses the Council’s Tuesday, Sept. 16 meeting during an interview Thursday in the Los Alamos Daily Post newsroom. Video by Páya Pavlíková/ladailypost.com Read More
Prelude To Toppers’ Homecoming Game
By MIKE COTE
Sports Writer
Los Alamos Daily Post
Los Alamos will take on Capital’s Jaguars Friday night in its annual homecoming football game.
Los Alamos is heading into Friday’s homecoming contest off its toughest game of the 2025 season so far, edging out the Highland Hornets last week in Albuquerque, 13-0. Friday’s game is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Sullivan Field.
The Hilltoppers (4-0) appear to have a solid edge over Friday’s opponent. Capital (1-3), a former district rival and longtime regular Los Alamos opponent, has struggled to put points on the board this season, coming up with just 20 Read More
