Eighty-two Artists Participate in Arts and Crafts Fair
The 2014 Fuller Lodge Art Center’s annual Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday on the Fuller Lodge lawn. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.comConstruction on Central Avenue may have caused a few tweaks such as where vendors could load and unload their artwork but it did not dampen the festivities at the Fuller Lodge Art Center’s annual Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday on the Fuller Lodge lawn.
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Ice Cream Social Features Lizzie the Alzheimer’s Fighting Lizard
Lizzie the Lizard outside the Ice Cream Social Saturday at the Betty Ehart Center. Lizzie is the Alzheimer Association’s mascot for fighting the disease. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Super scoopers fill bowls with ice cream. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Lizzie chats with a young friend. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comCone Zone: Road Construction Week of Aug. 11
COUNTY News:
Road Construction Update: Week of Aug. 11:
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.
Central Avenue Improvements Project:
Central Avenue continues to be fully closed between 15th Street and the Post Office driveway. Access to the Post Office will be maintained. Vehicles will be detoured to Deacon Street and the Main Street driveway into Central Park Square is also closed. A pedestrian crossing is located Read More
Scenes From Saturday’s Rodeo
It was a family affair at the mutton busting event during Saturday’s rodeo in Brewer Arena at the North Mesa Rodeo Grounds in Los Alamos. Mutton busting is an event held at rodeos similar to bull riding or bronco riding, in which young children ride or race sheep. Photo by Jenn Bartram
Rodeo fun. Photo by Jenn Bartram
She held on. Photo by Jenn Bartram
Los Alamos Nature Center Hosts Construction Tour
The walls are rising at the new Los Alamos Nature Center. The 6,000 s.f. structure is located on Canyon Road. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
The walls of the planetarium measure 30 feet. An additional 10 feet is added by the dome. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Project Leader Steve Huebner of Los Alamos County explains the scope of the Nature Center project to a group touring the new facility Friday. Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
The new Nature Center will have beautiful views on three sides. The facility will contain a glassed in observation area and three themed gardens, as well as Read More
2014 Fair & Rodeo Parade Celebrates Los Alamos
First place winners in today’s Fair & Rodeo Parade on Central Avenue are the Hillstompers. The parade theme was ‘Celebrate Los Alamos.’ Morrie Pongratz announced the parade and the 34 entries were judged by Fire Chief Troy Hughes, Los Alamos Daily Post publisher Carol A. Clark and Monitor publisher Ben Carlson. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Tied for second place are World War II veterans. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Tying for second place, James Chrobocinski and his wife Jacquie in their two purpose parade entry. The truck displays Read More
Crops, Crafts and Creativity Flood County Fair
Yummy treats, crunchy veggies and bright flowers were among the entries at this weeknd’s Los Alamos County Fair. Exhibits were on display at Mesa Public Library Friday. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost 
Grand Prize winning broccali grown by Louis MacInnes. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost 
Mary Fellman created this shawl, a Grand Prize winner at this weekend’s 2014 Los Alamos County Fair. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost 
Grand Champian photography. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost 
This quilt by Katy Korkos was a First Prize Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Events Schedule
Janiva Magness Belts Out Blues At Pond Tonight
Janiva Magness. Courtesy/seveneightfive.comJaniva Magness’ show at Ashley Pond tonight will be a lot more than a great concert, it’ll be an experience! The “experience” is presented by the sponsors of the Los Alamos County Summer Concert Series. It’s another free Los Alamos concert, it starts at 7 p.m. and you should be bring your friends, family and chairs.
Opening tonight, will be my great friends, the Jimmy Stadler Band. This is the 25th Anniversary of the Series and Jimmy’s bands have played at least 25 times. Jimmy is from Taos and plays Read More
Adults And Youngsters Invited To Try Out New Voting Machines At The Fair Saturday
Bureau of Election Manager Gloria A. Maestas feeds a sample ballot into the County’s new voting machine during a demonstration Wednesday afternoon at the Municiapl Building. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff members at the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office are eager to demonstrate their new voting machines, which they will have at Ashley Pond Park following Saturday’s Fair and Rodeo Parade.
“We really want folks … youngsters, too … to check out the machines on Saturday and use the ‘ice Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: July 31 to Aug. 6, 2014
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.
RAYMOND MARTINEZ
July 31 at 3:07 p.m. / Police arrested Raymond Martinez, 29, of Los Alamos at 2064 42nd St., and charged him with possession of drug paraphernalia.
July 31 at 5:23 p.m. / A 52-year-old Espanola woman reported that someone burglarized her vehicle parked at Crossroads Bible Church. The estimated loss is unknown.
DANIEL HOFFMAN
Aug. 1 at 7:20 p.m. / Police arrested Daniel Read More
Urban Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Begins Today
COUNTY News:
Repair work will get underway today at the northeast tennis court in Urban Park. Contractors will be resurfacing a large area of this court to make it safer for play.
Although the tennis court may not be available during the day, contractors plan to leave the court playable in the evenings.
Visitors in the area are asked to use caution around the court, obey closure signs and generally avoid resurfacing activities in progress. Parents are especially asked to keep close watch on their children at play in the parks – advise small children to avoid the construction areas for their Read More
Meet County Councilors At Pond After Parade Saturday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Councilors will have a booth this Saturday during the County Fair. They 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
CED Customer Windows Close Wednesdays At Noon
COUNTY News:
Picking up a County building permit or business license? Starting Aug. 6, the Community and Economic Development (CED) customer windows inside the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave., have new hours – the windows will be closed at noon Wednesdays ONLY. The windows will be open 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. all other days.
Residents may drop off applications Wednesday afternoons, but permit technicians will not be available to answer questions.
This early closure each Wednesday will allow staff members to work on a new software project to enhance customer service. More information on Read More
County Traffic Crews Testing School Speed Zone Lights
Los Alamos County traffic crews were at Aspen Elementary School this morning and will be out in the community this week and next testing school speed zone lights in preparation for the new school year, which begins Aug. 14. Motorists are reminded that they must slow down to meet posted speed limits and observe school zones whenever the lights are flashing. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
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From Robotics to Quilts Get Fair Exhibits Ready!
Quilt by Los Alamos artist Nicole Dunn. Courtesy photo
LACES News:
From robotics to preserves and quilts, get your exhibits ready for the 2014 Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo.
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! The County Fair and Rodeo runs this weekend – Aug. 7-9.
Anyone living or working in Los Alamos County is eligible to enter an exhibit. Exhibit categories include: Culinary (baked items), Preserved Foods, Hobbies & Crafts, Fine Arts, Photography, Quilts, Read More
Volunteers Sought For Los Alamos Triathlon Aug. 16
Scene from 2013 Los Alamos Triathlon. Courtesy/LAC
Scene from 2013 Los Alamos Triathlon. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The 40th annual Los Alamos Triathlon is in need of volunteers for the event set for Saturday, Aug. 16 at the Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center, 2760 Canyon Road.
All volunteers get a long sleeve Los Alamos Triathlon staff shirt as well as a lunch after the event.
Hours are 5:30-9:30 a.m. and volunteer opportunities include the following:
- Traffic Control
- Food Preparation
- Water Stations
- Course Marking
- Transition Zones
To volunteer, contact Joseph Harris at 505.663.1794, Read More
Free Flight Giveaway – Take Airlines Survey At Fair
COUNTY News:
During the County Fair Saturday, Los Alamos County Airport (LAM) will promote the new commercial air service being offered between Los Alamos and Albuquerque by giving away one free round trip flight on New Mexico Airlines, the company under contract to the County that provides commercial airline service between LAM and Albuquerque’s Sunport (ABQ).
To enter, fair-goers should drop by the County Council fair booth and complete a short survey which is also the entry form. The survey asks a few questions about the individual’s use or knowledge of the airline service. Read More
Rodeo Parking Limited on North Mesa this Weekend
Rodeo Parking Map for North Mesa. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
In an effort to limit vehicle traffic in the North Mesa Stables area for the safety of stable lot owners and their animals, spectators for the Rodeo this weekend will not be allowed entrance from North Mesa Road.
Only rodeo contestants, stable lot owners and vehicles with handicap placards will be allowed entrance to the stables during the rodeo.
For additional information, contact the LAC Parks, Recreation & Open Space Administration Office at 505.662.8170. Read More
LAFD Selects New Fire Marshal and Captain
New Fire Marshal Jeff Wetteland
LAFD News:
Los Alamos County Fire Chief Troy Hughes announced this morning that two members of LAFD have been promoted, effective today.
Jeff Wetteland has been promoted to battalion chief, in charge of the Fire & Life Safety Division. Wetteland began his career with LAFD in July 2001 and was promoted to captain in April 2009. Chief Wetteland will serve as the County’s fire marshal.
New Fire Capt. Jeff Saiz 
Jeff Saiz has been promoted to captain. He was hired in January 2006 and promoted to driver/engineer in February 2011.
Hughes said both promotions Read More
