Chat With County Councilors After Parade Saturday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Councilors will host a booth this Saturday during the County Fair.
Councilors invite citizens to stop by and chat with them. The booth will be open after the parade until 2 p.m. at Ashley Pond Park. Read More
Friends Of The Shelter Mobile Adoption Saturday
SHELTER News:
The Los Alamos Friends of the Shelter will be sponsoring a Mobile Pet Adoption 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, near Ashley Pond during the Los Alamos County Fair.
Stop by the event and meet some great dogs who are hoping to find a home with a special person or family. The Friends of the Shelter will have volunteers at the event eager to speak to the public about
individual animals.
There also will be posters and information about all the dogs and cats available at the Los Alamos Animal Shelter. Read More
Options Discussed For Elevator Inside Fuller Lodge
During a public meeting Wednesday evening at Fuller Lodge, members of the public hear two options to install an elevator inside the historic structure. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comFuller Lodge is a local landmark. To ensure everyone can tour and experience the historic building, the public and Los Alamos County staff are discussing ways to install an elevator inside the structure.
With the original idea to construct a glass elevator on the building’s exterior scrapped, the county, along with design consultant Mullen-Heller, presented Read More
White Rock Library; Youth Activity Center Now Open
Participating in Friday’s official opening of the White Rock Branch Library, from left, Library Manager Steven Thomas, County Council Chair Kristin Henderson, former Councilor Fran Berting and Los Alamos Family Council Board President Rev. Colin Kelly. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Hill Stompers lead a Children’s Parade into the new White Rock Branch Library during Friday’s grand opening celebration. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comThe brand new White Rock Branch Library Read More
‘Let’s Play, LA!’ Musical Park Opens In White Rock
The Leadership Los Alamos Class of 2014 and members of the Leadership Board gathered Friday to celebrate the opening of ‘Let’s Play, LA!’ musical park, which was the group’s project in conjuction with Los Alamos County. The park is adjacent to the new White Rock Branch Library and Youth Activity Center and was unveiled at Friday’s grand opening of the two facilities. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
A young musician tries out the equipment at the ‘Let’s Play LA!’musical park during Friday’s opening celebration for the Park, Great Day For White Rock As New Library Opens
With a snip of the red ribbon, County Council Chair Kristin Henderson officially opens the White Rock Branch Library this morning. A story and more photos will follow shortly. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com New White Rock Youth Activity Center Officially Opens
The new White Rock Youth Activity Center officially opens its doors this morning, along with the new White Rock Branch Library. The White Rock YAC received 5,000 visits from youth last year. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Visitors tour the new White Rock Youth Activity Center. The new YAC is part of a complex that includes the new White Rock Branch Library. The two buildings are at N.M. 4 and Sherwood Boulevard. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Rev. Colin Kelly who heads the Los Alamos Family Council Board spoke on behalf of the Family Council, which manages Los Alamos County 41st Annual Triathlon Needs Volunteers
Volunteers ready to work. Courtesy photoBig Sam’s Funky Nation Plays Pond At 7 p.m. Today
Big Sam’s Funky Nation plays Ashley Pond Park at 7 p.m. today in Los Alamos. Courtesy photo Read More
Los Alamos Community To Rank Brand Straplines
COUNTY News:
Beginning at 5 p.m. today, Los Alamos residents will be able to choose their top two choices from a list of five brand straplines presented by branding consultant Atlas Advertising out of Denver, Colo.
The five brand strapline options are:
- All the Elements of Imagination (Atlas Advertising)
- Limitless Horizons (Atlas Advertising)
- Never Stop Questioning What’s Possible (North Star Destination Strategies (Brand Study Consultant, original list of options)
- Peak Experience (Atlas Advertising)
- Where Discoveries Are Made (current community slogan)
Per County Read More
Pets Of The Week: Pete And Stevie Nicks The Dogs
Pete and Stevie Nicks are looking for a family to adopt them or an individual who woud like some faithful company. Courtesy/LAC
SHELTER News:
Pete and Stevie Nicks, a neutered male and spayed female 7-year-old Chihuahua crosses transferred to Los Alamos when the shelter in Taos had to lay off 17 employees due to insufficient funding. Both dogs are good with quiet adults and very gentle, quiet, older children. Both ignored the cats when given a tour of the cat room.
For their safety, they should not be left alone with larger dogs, whose play can become unintentionally rough.
The Los Alamos Animal Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: July 23 to July 29, 2015
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.
STEVEN KOWALCZYK
July 23 at 8:10 a.m. / Police arrested Steven Kowalczyk, 53, of Los Alamos at 77 Rover Blvd., and charged him with providing false evidence for vehicle title.
July 23 at 2:41 p.m. / The Los Alamos County Bomb Squad was called out to Potrillo Drive on a false alarm.
July 23 at 4:05 p.m. / A 13-year-old Los Alamos girl reported that she was abused on Trinity Drive. The Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 3
COUNTY News:
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.
Western Area Improvements Phase 3:
Roadway and utility work continues on 43rd Street (north and south) and 44th Street (north and south) which includes water line tie ins and concrete work. Sidewalks from cul-de-sacs (43rd south and 44 Read More
New Bus Shelter Built At White Rock Visitor Center
A Bandelier/County partnership project includes construction of a wooden shelter adjacent to the White Rock Visitor Center on N.M. 4, which will replace the tent shelter currently used by people waiting to take the bus to Bandelier. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
The new wooden bus shelter is designed with the look and feel of Bandelier in mind. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Bandelier Superintendent Jason Read More
From Robotics To Preserves And Quilts Get Exhibits Ready For 2015 Los Alamos County Fair And Rodeo
Courtesy photo
If you’re into robotics here is an opportunity to exhibit your favorite robot as well as your home preserves, garden produce and those lovely quilts.
Attention gardeners, bakers, quilters and artists – you have two weeks to get your entries ready for the Los Alamos County Fair.
The County Fair and Rodeo runs Aug. 6-9. Anyone living or working in Los Alamos County is eligible to enter.
Exhibit categories include:
- Culinary (baked items);
- Preserved Foods;
- Hobbies & Crafts;
- Fine Arts;
- Photography;
- Quilts;
Kids Programs At New White Rock Library Start Friday
Lego Club is a popular program, which will come to the White Rock branch as part of a full week of programs for kids of all ages. Courtesy photo
LIBRARY News:
Los Alamos County Library System will be wrapping up the 2015 Summer Library Club during the grand opening of the new White Rock Branch Library.
“We can’t wait. It’s going to be two amazing parties in one. We’re especially excited because WiseFool Puppets is putting on a show for us,” Youth Services Coordinator Angie Manfredi said.
WiseFool and their giant puppets will present ‘A Look Inside’ at 1:30 p.m., Friday at White Rock Branch Library, Read More
Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Weekend Aug. 7-9
2014 the Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
Participants have just two days left to register for the Rodeo Parade. Get ready for some fun … the Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo is Aug. 7-9.
The Rodeo Parade will march up Central Avenue beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Don’t miss this opportunity to promote your business or organization by participating.
To register, visit: losalamosmainstreet.com.
Fair & Rodeo Schedule of Events
Thursday, August 6
County Fair Exhibits Check-In: Mesa Public Library 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.
White Rock Branch Library Soft Opening Tomorrow!
The new White Rock Branch Library is having a soft opening at 10 a.m., Wednesday. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
The information desk at the new White Rock Branch Library. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Library System Manager Steve Thomas during a tour last week of the new White Rock Branch Library. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
LIBRARY News:
The White Rock Branch Library on Sherwood Boulevard is holding a soft opening at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 29. Children’s programs at the new branch will start next week.
“Everything is mostly done and we’re Read More
State Police Checkpoints/Saturation Patrols In Counties Across State In August
NMSP News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico State Police will be conducting Sobriety Checkpoints, Saturation Patrols and Registration, Insurance and Drivers’ License Checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during the month August.
Our efforts continue to show a significant reduction in alcohol related fatalities. This is attributed to the continued media attention and intensive advertising. These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about drinking and driving. People are choosing to not drink and drive. This is the biggest step in keeping impaired drivers from crashing into our Read More
Letter To The Editor: San Juan Generating Station Context
By Andrew M. Fraser and David IzraelevitzAt its regular meeting Wednesday July 15, the Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities voted unanimously to approve and forward to the County Council for its approval the following five agreements related to the San Juan Generating Station (SJGS):
- The San Juan Project Restructuring Agreement;
- The Amended and Restated Mine Reclamation and Trust Funds Agreement;
- The San Juan Decommissioning and Trust Funds Agreement;
- The Restructuring Amendment Amending and Restating the Amended and Restated San Juan Project Participation Agreement;
