Update: ‘Granite Mountain’ Film: Fire, Smoke And Loud Helicopters At Pajarito Mountain
COUNTY News:
“Granite Mountain” is a motion picture based on the real-life Granite Mountain Hotshots, an elite group of wildland firefighters that courageously battled one of the worst wildfires in history to save an Arizona town.
The production is based at Pajarito Mountain through Wednesday, July 29 and will be producing the following special effects and impacts:
- FIRE on Pajarito Mountain, film crews under direct supervision of the Los Alamos Fire Department’s Wildland Division, will produce controlled ground fire. Current dates for ground fire are June 21, June 27 and June 28.
For current Read More
Filming At Pajarito Mountain Producing Smoke – No Fire
COUNTY News:
Do not be alarmed if smoke appears to be coming directly from Pajarito Mountain this week. It is a special effect for a scene simulating a wildland fire for “Granite Mountain,” a motion picture based on the real-life Granite Mountain Hotshots, an elite group of wildland firefighters that courageously battled one of the worst wildfires in history to save an Arizona town.
“Granite Mountain” will be on location at Pajarito Mountain through Wednesday, June 29.
The smoke produced for all fire scenes is a natural, water-based compound that produces a vapor that looks like real smoke, Read More
County’s Solar Tree Art Dedication 2 p.m. Thursday
Artist Eric Thelander holding a model of his ‘Solar Tree’ piece. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
The Art in Public Places Board and members of the Los Alamos County Council will join artist Eric Thelander in the ribbon-cutting and art dedication of the County’s newest art work, “Solar Tree,” at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 23.
“Solar Tree” is located in the west plaza of the County Municipal Building in downtown Los Alamos.
The public is welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony. Read More
Author Elizabeth J. Church Speaks At Library Thursday
Author Elizabeth J. Church. Courtesy photo
LIBRARY News:
Elizabeth J. Church, who spent her early years in Los Alamos and has now returned here to live, has written a novel called The Atomic Weight of Love. She will talk about the book, which is set in Los Alamos during the Manhattan Project and following decades, at the Library’s monthly Authors Speak program at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 23.
Church’s book was released May 3, and she has been on a whirlwind book tour ever since. She spoke most recently at the iconic bookstores Powell’s (in Portland) and The Tattered Cover in Denver.
The Atomic Weight of Read More
Documentary ‘Muscle Shoals’ Airs At Library Monday
Courtesy image
LIBRARY News:
Mesa Public Library will show the music documentary Muscle Shoals at 6 p.m. Monday, June 20 in the Upstairs Meeting Rooms. The film is rated PG.
The Library is showing a series of music-themed movies all summer long as part of the Read to the Rhythm summer reading program. All of the movies are free and open to the public. Upcoming films include Pete Seeger: The Power of Song, Get On Up and Labyrinth.
You may never have heard of the Muscle Shoals recording studio, but everyone has certainly heard music that was created there. Major hits from Wilson Pickett, Aretha Franklin Read More
Leadership Los Alamos Profile: Jonathan Henley
2015-16 Leadership Los Alamos graduate Jonathn Henley. Photo by Martha Katko
LLA News:
Enrollment is open through June 25 for the Leadership Los Alamos Class of 2017 and everyone is welcome to apply.
Between now and then, the Los Alamos Daily Post is publishing a series of Q&A profiles on recent LLA graduates who talk about their experience in the program.
Leadership Los Alamos is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), tax exempt organization founded to identify current and emerging leaders in the Los Alamos community, enhance their leadership skills, and deepen their knowledge of the challenges and Read More
Summer Reading Fun – It’s Not Just For Kids Anymore!
Harriette Lawler with Feathered Banjo. Courtesy photo
LIBRARY News:
When it comes to summer reading, we never really grow up, do we? We give ourselves permission to just relax and enjoy.
The kids who come to the library during the summer get to do crafts, watch movies and participate in challenges- well, we want to do that too! So the library staff has set up some fun programs for grown-ups in conjunction with the summer reading season. All are free.
We’ve just started holding Coloring sessions on Wednesdays, upstairs at Mesa at 5:30 p.m. We’re also showing special movies with music as the theme. Read More
FILMING UPDATE: Pajarito Mountain Café Closed June 23-24
COUNTY News:
The film production for “Granite Mountain” will be based at Pajarito Mountain resort parking lot Sunday, June 19 through Wednesday, June 29.
Public access to Pajarito Mountain Resort and Camp May during this time will be impacted as follows:
CAMP MAY ROAD
- Sunday, June 19 (noon) – Wednesday, June 29 (5 a.m.) – Open to the public.
CAMP MAY
- Sunday, June 19 (noon) – Sat., Jun 25 (noon) – Closed to the public.
- Saturday, June 25 (noon) – Sun., June 26 (noon) – Reservations and public access open.
- Sunday, June 26 (noon) – Wed., June 29 (5 a.m.) – Closed to the public.
- Wednesday, June 29 (5
Probate Judge Vacancy Letters Deadline Is Tuesday
COUNTY News:
There are only a few days remaining to apply for the Los Alamos County Probate Judge vacancy. Letters of interest must be received by 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 21.
Under State law, any qualified person over the age of 18 who is a resident of Los Alamos County may serve, Letters of interest should be received via U.S. mail or hand-delivered by the Tuesday deadline – submit the letter to:
Harry Burgess, County Manager
Los Alamos County Municipal Building
1000 Central Avenue, Suite 350
Los Alamos, NM 87544
This item is on the Los Alamos County Council’s agenda for June 28. Applicants Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of June 20
COUNTY News:
Weekly Road Construction Update:
For more information about the projects listed below, e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects” link at www.losalamosnm.us. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones.
Note: the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.If you are interested in attending any of the Public Works weekly project meetings, please contact the Public Works Department at 662-8150 for meeting information. Children are attracted by activity Read More
Igor & Red Elvises Bring Russian Rokenroll To Pond!
Igor and Red Elvises play Ashley Pond at 7 p.m. Friday. Photo by Johannes Andersen
MUSIC News:
The Summer Concert Series continues with Igor and Red Elvises at 7 p.m., Friday at Ashley Pond Park. The Los Alamos Daily Post is sponsoring the concert.
If Igor and Red Elvises aren’t in the middle of a tour, they are getting ready for the next one – this is a group that is constantly in motion and consistently evolving. Singer, songwriter, guitarist and showman extraordinaire Igor Yuzov is perpetually globetrotting and in the process he has found scores of wildly talented, entertaining
Letter To The Editor: Kudos To Four Councilors
By GEORGE CHANDLERLos Alamos
Voters To Decide Fate Of Los Alamos Sheriff’s Office
Sheriff Marco Lucero tells the County Council at Tuesday’s meeting that the services provided by his office are law enforcement functions prescribed by state law. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Councilors listening to Sheriff Marco Lucero speak at the podium during Tuesday’s meeting, from left, Vice Chair Susan O’Leary, Chair Rick Reiss, David Izraelevitz, Pete Sheehey and James Chrobocinski. Councilors Kristin Henderson and Steven Girrens attended the meeting by telephone. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County sheriff’s Read More
Lunch With A Leader Features Tamara Baer June 21
Los Alamos County Principal Planner Tamara BaerMore Details On Humans, Pets And Tularemia
COUNTY News:
The New Mexico Department of Health offered this supplemental information to share with the community about humans, pets and tularemia:
How long are people contagious?
People are not contagious; a person with tularemia cannot spread it to another person.
Who gets tularemia?
Any person can get tularemia. This includes people from all parts of New Mexico.
What treatment is available for people with tularemia?
Early treatment with an antibiotic is recommended.
Do infected people need to be kept home from school, work or daycare?
No. Persons with tularemia cannot spread it to other Read More
Chat With A County Councilor Thursday Morning
COUNTY News:
Two Los Alamos County Councilors will be at the farmer’s market, 9-11 a.m., Thursday to visit with market-goers about topics of interest or concerns.
The public is welcome to stop by and chat with them at the market. Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: June 8 To June 13, 2016
LAPD News:
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department. Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.
June 8 at 3:51 a.m. / Police arrested Andrew Garsik, 27, on 45th Street and charged him with battery against a household member and issued him a summons to appear in court. The police booking photo is unavailable.
APRIL TAFOYA
June 8 at 8:44 a.m. / Police arrested April Tafoya, 38, of Espanola at 2500 Trinity Dr., and charged her with theft of a credit card.
June 8 at 9:59 a.m. / A 66-year-old Read More
Los Alamos County Housing Survey Opens
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County and A-19 Acquisition Group are asking for potential home buyers in the Los Alamos County area to participate in an online survey of New Home Buyer Preferences.
The Los Alamos County New Home Buyer Survey is on the Los Alamos County website (www.losalamosnm.us) under News and Alerts. Use the following link to start the Los Alamos County New Home Buyer Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LAC_HOUSING_2016
The results of the Los Alamos County New Home Buyer Survey will be used in the planning and development for site A-19 in White Rock. The survey will Read More
Tularemia – Citizens Need To Be Cautious, watchful, Especially With Pets
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Emergency Management officials commented Tuesday to clarify information on social media sites sharing New Mexico Department of Health information that tularemia cases had been reported in various Northern New Mexico communities, including Los Alamos.
Last year, Los Alamos had seven cases of tularemia in pets in Los Alamos.
“Tularemia was detected in Los Alamos last year, which means it is endemic to the area,” said LAPD Emergency Management Commander Beverley Simpson, “Once tularemia enters a community, it’s here for good. Yesterday’s statement Read More
Pet Of The Week: Mico The Dog
Mico the dog. Courtesy photo
Mico the dog. Courtesy
