Canceled: Missing Endangered Advisory For Lacey Baessette
LAPD News:
Update: The Los Alamos Police Department’s Missing Endangered Advisory for Lacey Baessette, 17, of Los Alamos is canceled.
Baessette, who went missing around noon Tuesday, has been located. Read More
Night Moves To Rock Summer Concert Friday At The Pond
Summer Concert headliner Night Moves to play a 3-hour set, 6-9 p.m. this Friday, June 13, at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre Productions
By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
Sancre Productions
This week, our featured artist is an Albuquerque-based rock band called Night Moves, and they will play a 3-hour set 6-9 p.m. this Friday, June 13, at Ashley Pond Park. Special thanks to this week’s sponsor, Wheeed LLC.
The Los Alamos Summer Concert Series is free to the public and will continue every Friday night of the summer until Sept. 5.
This is not the first concert for the members of Night Moves. Each has Read More
Los Alamos High School Hilltalkers Speech & Debate Raising Funds For National Travel
Hilltalkers team members and National Qualifiers, back row from left, Tevi Funaki, Lilia Keller-Moore, Matthea Fung, Emily Xu, Suchir Jha, Uxue Sansinena, Erin Brodnax, Zoe Bent, front row from left, Cameron Dale, Sean Lo, Lin Wolf, and Coach Donald Poston. Photo by Lin Wolf
Youth and Government competitors Eva Gerber and Maia Warren. Not pictured Ian Corey). Photo by Lin Wolf
By LIN WOLF
LAHS Hilltalkers
The Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Hilltalkers Speech and Debate team is all buckled up for a Reading Road Trip for the summer. In order to fund their summer travel to the National Speech and Read More
Los Alamos Airport Hosts Open House June 28
COUNTY News:
Come explore aviation up close at the Los Alamos Airport Open House, as part of 2025 Los Alamos ScienceFest. Los Alamos County and Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 691 will host a morning of aviation activities, exhibits, and family fun from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., Saturday, June 28, at the Airport (1040 Airport Rd). This event is free and open to the public.
The morning’s events will include paramotor and RC model flying demonstrations, flight simulators, and an exhibit and lecture by photographer and pilot Chris Dahl-Bredine. Attendees can get up close and personal with Read More
Cities Work Partnership Is Getting Underway In Los Alamos
Courtesy/Cities Work
By ANNA DILLANE
Steering Committee Member
Los Alamos Local Business Coalition
The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition is excited to announce that the Cities work partnership is beginning! We suggested Cities work and initiated the first meeting on Feb. 7, 2025. The Coalition steering team and three County councilors (Randall Ryti, Ryn Herrmann and David Reagor) met with a representative of Cities work and they explained how at the end of the process they would present an in-depth report on county codes and best practices, they would draft ordinances and regulations, Read More
‘Earth Is The Magnet Of The Sky’ Opening Reception Saturday June 14 In Step Up Gallery
Artist Catherine Eaton Skinner in her Seattle Studio, will give a gallery talk at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
STEP UP GALLERY News:
The not-to-be-missed art exhibit “Earth is the Magnet of the Sky” opens Friday in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library, with an opening reception, 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14.
The accomplished artist Catherine Eaton Skinner will give a gallery talk at 2:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and all are welcome to attend.
This exhibit will grace the gallery walls through Thursday, July 24.
Illumination Read More
Los Alamos County Office Of Emergency Management & LACDC To Host Virtual LEPC Meeting To Help Local Businesses Prepare For Emergencies
County News:
The Los Alamos County Office of Emergency Management (OEM), in partnership with Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC), will host a virtual Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting focused on business preparedness and continuity planning, 9-10 a.m. Monday, June 23, via Zoom.
This interactive session is designed to equip local business owners with practical tools and guidance to help them prepare for and respond to potential disruptions. The presentation will walk participants through the fundamentals of creating a Business Continuity Plan, Read More
County Issues June Update On Los Alamos Golf Course
Los Alamos County Golf Course status photo taken June 5 of #1 green surround. See more photos here. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County staff have been monitoring the golf course and, as published, reviewed the course on June 9, to provide better clarity and to ensure optimal conditions for play. The updated schedule reflects changes in course availability and ongoing preparations.
Updated details:
- The practice range and main putting green will remain open. These areas will be available to golfers for practice. Range balls are available 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
4th Of July Spectacular Schedule Of Events
COUNTY News:
The 4th of July is right around the corner and Los Alamos County is gearing for the event! The 4th of July Spectacular will be held from 4 p.m.–10 p.m., Friday, July 4th, at Ashley Pond Park in Los Alamos.
The day of entertainment begins at 4 p.m. with the Los Alamos Community Winds, who have been a staple of the 4th of July and feature many of our area’s best classically trained musicians. Then, we will get the afternoon going with music throughout the afternoon from Syzygy, starting at 5 p.m.
Our headliner, Fortunate Son – A Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute band, will take the stage Read More
Seeking Public Input For Justice Center Wall Art Mural
Local Flora & Fauna 1: Features native plants & animals, with vibrant colors & playful elements. Courtesy/LAC
Local Flora & Fauna 2: A more grounded design inspired by Anderson Overlook’s landscape. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Arts in Public Places Board (APPB) is inviting the community to provide feedback on three design options for a new mural on the Justice Center wall, facing Trinity Drive.
The project, part of the ongoing effort to integrate public art into municipal spaces, seeks to reflect the spirit and identity of Los Alamos through a glass tile mosaic. The mural Read More
Scenes Of Bon Jovi Tribute-80’s Rock N Roll Bash At Pond
Scene from Bon Jovi Tribute-80’s Rock N Roll Bash at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from Bon Jovi Tribute-80’s Rock N Roll Bash at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from Bon Jovi Tribute-80’s Rock N Roll Bash at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from Bon Jovi Tribute-80’s Rock N Roll Bash at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from Bon Jovi Tribute-80’s Rock N Roll Bash Read More
Local Indie Game Company Invites Community To Play Test New Game Darkleaf Gambit June 14 At Mesa Public Library
Darkleaf Gambit is an immersive, two-player game that takes place Read More
DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project – Roadway Paving Begins Wednesday June 11
COUNTY News:
TLC Plumbing & Utility, under contract with Los Alamos County to construct the DP Road Phase II Reconstruction project, will begin roadway paving on Wednesday, June 11.
This operation will involve paving the bottom pavement surface between the Fire Station and CrossFit Gym.
Paving operations for the final pavement surface will occur the following week, starting on June 16. This paving operation will begin at the beginning of the project near the Fire Station and continue to the end of the project near the TA-21 gate.
All scheduled paving dates are subject to weather and may Read More
Dept. Of Utilities Seeks Council Approval For Rate Hikes
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is proposing two rate changes, for electric and sewer services, and a future rate restructuring that would allow DPU to implement Time-of-Use billing for electric service.
The rate ordinances were introduced to the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) at its regular monthly meeting on March 19 and to the Los Alamos County Council on May 6. After a public hearing, BPU members approved the proposals on April 16. One remaining public hearing is scheduled for the County Council meeting on Tuesday, June 10, at 6 p.m. Council members Read More
Welcome To The Summer Of Sewer!
Courtesy photo
Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
A growing problem in Los Alamos County and throughout the country, sewer backups are an unpleasant headache for all involved. The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is tackling the problem head on through its “Summer of Sewer” community education campaign.
For the month of June, the Communitree in the Los Alamos County Municipal Building is decorated for the Summer of Sewer. It reminds us about what should not be flushed down toilets or washed down drains. Two big causes of sewer clogs are “flushable” wipes, which are not truly flushable, Read More
Los Alamos County Council To Consider Ice Rink Cover Structure Options During Regular Meeting June 10
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will consider conceptual alternatives for a cover structure to be installed at the Los Alamos Ice Rink during its regular meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, in Council Chambers.
Staff from the Public Works and Community Services departments will present the options and seek Council direction on how to proceed.
Since December 2024, the County project team has engaged the public through two listening sessions with the ice rink user groups, three Parks and Recreation Board meetings open to the public, and two community surveys.
Community feedback indicates Read More
Los Alamos Chamber: 2025 Business Award Winners
The 2025 business awardees include Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op, Beef & Leaf, Blue Window Bistro, The Family YMCA, Flowers by Gillian, Los Alamos Co-op Market, Los Alamos County, Los Alamos Daily Post, Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), Samizdat Bookstore & Teahouse, and Zia Credit Union, selected after 527 votes cast by the public, gather for a group photo on stage at the pond. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
The 2025 Chamber Business Awards rest on tables waiting to be presented to the winners on stage Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Chamber
CHAMBER News: Read More
Public Reminded To Leave Young Wildlife Alone
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish reminds the public not to approach, touch, attempt to move or disturb deer or antelope fawns, elk calves, bear cubs or other wild animals they may find. Courtesy/NMDGF
NMDGF News:
SANTA FE — Spring is the time of year when most wildlife babies are born. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) reminds the public not to approach, touch, attempt to move or otherwise disturb any deer or antelope fawns, elk calves, bear cubs or other wild animals they may find.
Most young-of-the-year wildlife that people discover are simply hiding while awaiting their Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of June 9, 2025
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
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. 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.
Piñon School Access Road Construction Begins
Construction crews with Jaynes Corporation will begin the Piñon Elementary School access Read More
County Parks And Recreation Board To Meet June 12
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board will be at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, June 12, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.
Click here to view the full packet agenda. Read More
