Los Alamos Toppers Win Española Sundevils 2025 Season Opener
Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers charge onto the field to play the Española Sundevils for a nonconference game on the Sundevil’s home turf in Española Friday evening only to have the game canceled due to rain and lightning and rescheduled for Saturday. The Toppers dominated the Sundevils on defense and all but shut down their ground game, leaving them with only their passing game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
If there were a hero for the game, it would have to be Jordan Herrera, who scored an amazing five touchdowns for the game. Herrera is shown here breaking away from the crowd and running Read More
Utility Payment Method Enhanced With Convenience Feature
COUNTY News:
The payment portal used on the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) website for web payments has a new feature called BillWallet™ that allows customers to save payment information for more convenient future transactions.
“Customers have expressed a desire to save their payment information when paying online and we’re excited that our vendor for online payments, Paymentus, has added that option to the payment portal’s functionality,” said Joann Gentry, DPU Deputy Utility Manager of Finance and Administration. “Customers who are more comfortable not saving information Read More
Senior Centers Closed Aug. 26 For Staff Development
LARSO News:
The Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center in Los Alamos and the White Rock Senior Activity Center will be closed on Tuesday, Aug. 26 for staff development.
All regular activities and congregate meal services will be canceled for the day. Home delivered meal recipients will receive a frozen meal in advance of the closure. The Senior Activity Centers will re-open Wednesday.
The community’s understanding is appreciated. For questions, please contact the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center at 505.662.8920.
The Los Alamos and White Rock Senior Activity Centers offer classes, workshops, Read More
Scenes From 2025 ‘Guns Vs. Hoses’ For Special Olympics
Scene from the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) and Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) charitable softball game dubbed ‘Guns vs. Hoses’ played Friday at Overlook Park in White Rock. Following a fun and exciting match, the hoses doused the guns 38-7. The teams played to raise money for the Special Olympics. It has been a long-standing tradition for LAPD and LAFD to come together to support local Special Olympics athletes. Police and Fire members paid $25 per person to put on this game for the public; the game was free to watch, with any donations going to support Special Olympics. For more information Read More
Kiwanis Club Features County Council Chair Theresa Cull
County Council Chair Theresa Cull presents an update to Kiwanis Club members on Aug. 11 about the happenings in the County Government. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
At the Aug. 11th Kiwanis meeting, County Council Chair Theresa Cull presented an update on the happenings in the County Government, projects both underway and planned for the future.
She first talked about housing projects. The County adopted the Los Alamos Affordable Housing Plan in September 2024 and in January 2025, entered into a new contract with the SF Community Housing Trust for Homebuyer and Read More
County Council To Hold Regular Session Tuesday Aug. 26
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council is scheduled to hold a Regular Session, Tuesday, Aug. 26 in COuncil Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
Read the complete agenda and details to access the meeting online here. Read More
Local Internet & Cell Service Back Up And Running
From Los Alamos County:
Los Alamos County internet and phone systems are back up and running, although some cell phone service still appears to be spotty.
The service disruption began at approximately 6:30 p.m. today. The County is unaware of the cause of the service outage at this time.
CenturyLink worked to repair the disruption. Read More
Events Around Los Alamos This Weekend: Aug. 22–24
COMMUNITY News:
From history and science to outdoor fun, Los Alamos has something for everyone. Here are five can’t-miss events and activities happening this weekend:
Oppenheimer Festival: The award-winning Oppenheimer Festival kicks off at SALA Event Center with free daily programming, immersive VR experiences like The Atomic Tree, and screenings of the acclaimed Manhattan series. Evening events feature films, lectures, and community gatherings reflecting on peace, legacy, and exploration.
This weekend’s highlights include:
- Screenings at SALA
- Saturday, Aug. 23: Secrets in the
County Emergency Management Invites Community To Take Evacuation Assistance Assessment Survey
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Emergency Management invites the community to participate in a short survey designed to help determine how many residents may require additional assistance during an evacuation. This includes individuals with access and functional needs such as mobility limitations, medical requirements, communication barriers, or lack of reliable transportation. The survey is available online and will remain open until11:59 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 21.
Emergency Manager Beverley Simpson shared, “Participation in this survey will directly enhance our ability to serve Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 25, 2024
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works’ staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the County Projects page at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates
Construction crews with TLC Plumbing & Utility continue the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course & Bee City Partner To Seed Designated Pollinator Areas At Golf Course
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Golf Course and Bee City Los Alamos have partnered together to establish designated pollinator areas within specified rough areas of the course. Two locations have been identified, one on the front nine in the “Bermuda Triangle” of holes 1, 3, and 4, and the large area between holes 12 and 13 on the back nine.
The Los Alamos County Golf Course is currently preparing the “Bermuda Triangle” for Bee City to host a volunteer sowing event with a mix of native grass and pollinator plant seeds from 4:30–6:30 p.m., Sept. 17, 2025. Interested volunteers can volunteer for Read More
Canceled: Aug. 26 County Personnel Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Personnel Board meeting scheduled for Aug. 26 has been canceled.
The cancellation is due to the lack of agenda items requiring the Board’s attention.
Atomic City Transit Is Chauffeuring Community Through Creative Pilot Program
Atomic City Transit is offering MyRide, an Uber-like pilot program on Saturdays through Oct. 25. Courtesy/ACT
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A creative new idea has emerged from discussions with Los Alamos County Council, the Transportation Board and public feedback: a pilot program with Atomic City Transit (ACT) known as MyRide, which kicked off Aug. 2 and will continue until 5:30 p.m. Oct. 25.
ACT Senior Management Analyst Anna Brunson describes the program as being similar to Uber. MyRide users can reserve a bus ride from ACT, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays, Read More
Hawk Hangout 3:30-5:30 PM Today!
COUNTY News:
The Hawk Hangout is a free event held every month during the school year for Los Alamos Middle School teens.
This month’s event is 3:30-5:30 p.m. today, Aug. 21, and involves roller skating at the Los Alamos Ice Rink.
All Los Alamos Middle School teens are welcome to attend. Read More
Los Alamos Fire Department Management & Union Express Appreciation For Community’s Support
During a visit last week to the newsroom at the Los Alamos Daily Post, Los Alamos Firefighters Union Sergeant at Arms Andres Madueño, left, a driver/engineer, and Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova expressed gratitude for the special appreciation dinner at Christmastime that Enterprise Bank & Trust provides annually to firefighters and their families, as well as the County and community for its ongoing support. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
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Los Alamos Firefighters Union members and management Read More
Los Alamos County Emergency Management To Host National Preparedness Month Community Event
COUNTY News:
In celebration of National Preparedness Month, Los Alamos County Emergency Management invites the community to a special event focused on emergency preparedness.
The event will take place, 6-9 p.m., Sept. 18 at the SALA Los Alamos Event Center. This free, family-friendly event is a great way for the community to learn how to prepare for emergencies in a relaxed and engaging environment.
Attendees will have the opportunity to visit booths hosted by the County, as well as local partners such as LANL Emergency Management and surrounding jurisdictions. Exhibits will provide valuable Read More
Los Alamos County Recreation To Host Exciting New Soapbox-Style Gravity Race
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Recreation is thrilled to announce the first-ever FREE Annual Los Alamos Bathtub Gravity Race, set to take place in front of the Aquatic Center, on Canyon Road. This community event is scheduled for October 12 th with races starting at 1:00pm. This is a free event, but pre-registration is required for both the Gravity Race and the Push Race. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled afternoon for the whole family! The last day to register for this event is Wednesday, October 9 th .
Participants will face off in a double-elimination showdown divided into four age groups: 3-6, Read More
LAHS Jazz Band Selected As State Honor Jazz Band
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools is pleased to announce that the Los Alamos High School Jazz I has been selected as the 2026 New Mexico Music Educators Association (NMMEA) State Honor Jazz Band. The band will perform at the 2026 All-State Music Conference Jan. 14, 2026, in Popejoy Hall.
The LAHS jazz band is one of six honor ensembles selected. The other ensembles represent band, choir, general music, orchestra and percussion.
“It is a great achievement for our students and the music program in Los Alamos,” Band Director Steve Iliff said. “Our students would not have accomplished this honor Read More
Los Alamos Police Arrest Woman In Vehicle Theft Case
LAPD News:
At approximately 9:15 a.m. today, Aug. 20, 2025, a female suspect stole a Los Alamos County vehicle from the area of Ashley Pond. Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) officers began canvassing the community in search of the stolen vehicle.
Approximately 90 minutes after the initial call, a Bandelier National Monument Park Ranger located the vehicle unoccupied at the White Rock Library. Responding officers initiated a search of the area and located the female suspect inside the women’s restroom of the library.
The suspect was taken into custody without incident and transported Read More
‘Second Two Last’ Band To Headline Summer Concert Friday
‘Second Two Last’ to headline the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy photo
By Pablo Irlando-Wildman
CEO
Sancre Productions
Don’t miss the band “Second Two Last” this Friday, Aug. 22, at the FREE Los Alamos Summer Concert Series show at Ashley Pond Park, sponsored by Los Alamos Medical Center and Intermountain Health’s Flight & Ambulance Services.
“Second 2 Last” is not just a band; they’re a dynamic collective of talented musicians who understand the art of live performance. Their ability to read the audience and adapt their setlist in real-time is a hallmark of their shows, Read More
