2025 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series Line-up Unveiled!
The 2025 Summer Concert Series kicks off Friday, May 23 at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre Productions
By Pablo Irlando-Wildman
CEO-Sancre Productions
Another summer concert season is upon us, Sancre Productions and the Los Alamos County Community Services Department, along with an incredible group of local business sponsors, are proud to bring you the 2025 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series Line-up.
In each of the last two years, we have had almost 100,000 attendees for the series at Ashley Pond Park, and we expect the same numbers in 2025.
Huge thanks to all of the Los Alamos County Departments Read More
Bandelier’s Summer Shuttle Service Begins May 14, 2025
NPS News:
Bandelier National Monument is beginning its free summer shuttle service May 14, 2025 to Frijoles Canyon. The shuttle, provided by Atomic City Transit, boards at the Frey Trail Parking Lot in the park and starting at 10 a.m. runs every 10 minutes.
Unlike previous years, the shuttle is not mandatory unless the parking lots in the canyon are filled up. Also, there will be no shuttle service to the White Rock Visitor Center. Shuttle services will only operate between parking areas within Bandelier. Visitors are encouraged to stop by the White Rock Visitor Center for information on regional Read More
Correction: Saturday’s N.M. 4 Construction Family Day Open House Location Is Not In Totavi – It Is Tewa Market & Gas Station In White Rock
Map depicting the new location of Saturday’s family day open house event at the Tewa Market & Gas Station at the corner of N.M. 4 and Rover Boulevard in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The location for Saturday’s family day open house event hosted by the N.M. 4 pipeline project contractor is not the construction yard on N.M. 4 and is not in Totavi … it is the Tewa Market & Gas Station at the corner of N.M. 4 and Rover Boulevard in White Rock – see new map above.
The community is invited to learn what it takes to construct a 3.5-mile water transmission pipeline along N.M. 4. Wagner Read More
Los Alamos Police Dept. Warns Of More Phone Scams
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is warning residents about a recent phone scam in which callers impersonate deputies from the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Department, falsely claiming that individuals must pay money to clear arrest warrants.
Fortunately, two vigilant citizens recently recognized the scam and refused to comply.
LAPD reminds the community that no law enforcement agency or court will ever contact individuals demanding payment to resolve fines or warrants. If you receive such a call, it is fraudulent.
These types of scams have been increasing in Los Alamos Read More
County: C-PACE Meeting For Commercial Property Owners
COUNTY News:
Commercial property owners and tenants can learn more about the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program, 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 22.
The meeting will be held at the Los Alamos Small Business Center, LACDC/Chamber Suite at 190 Central Park Square. Attendees can also participate virtually via Zoom, information below. The presentation will be recorded.
C-PACE provides property owners with access to private-sector financing to cover direct and indirect costs related to reducing energy or water consumption, generating renewable energy, or improving building Read More
County DPU Seeks Focus Group Volunteers
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU), in partnership with the University of New Mexico and New Mexico State University, is seeking volunteers for two focus groups to discuss the pathway to zero natural gas usage.
The groups will meet noon-1 p.m. over Zoom on April 24, May 1 and May 8. Participants must be natural gas customers of DPU.
Anyone who is interested in participating should send name, email address and street address to catherine.danna@lacnm.us. Volunteers will be randomly selected and notified by email. Read More
Additional Curbside Brush Collection Suspended April 14-18
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services regrets to inform residents that curbside brush collection services will not be available April 14-18. The side-load collection equipment is currently out of service and awaiting the necessary parts for repair.
Curbside brush collection is expected to resume its regular schedule next week, April 21.
In response to elevated wildfire concerns, Environmental Services would like to remind residents to utilize the additional curbside brush collection offered through May 9. The “2025 Recycling & Yard Trimming Roll Cart Collection Read More
County Inclusivity Task Force Meets Wednesday
PAC 8 Community Media Center: April 18-24, 2025
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for April 18-24 2025:
Friday, April 18, 2025
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 4-08-25
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast – Legislative Update
- 7 p.m. — Fire Station
LAPD To Host First Law Enforcement Torch Run Golf Tournament June 6 – Benefits Special Olympics New Mexico
Canceled: April 23 County P&Z Commission Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for April 23 is canceled because no applications were submitted for consideration.
The next P&Z Commission meeting is scheduled for May 14 and a few applications have been received.
P&Z Commission meetings are open to the public. Read More
Deadline Approaching For Los Alamos Department Of Public Utilities Essay Contest
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is conducting an essay contest for high school students as part of an effort organized by Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS).
A local student may receive sponsorship to attend a summer leadership camp and scholarship program in Idaho called the ICUA Youth Rally, but only if they get their essay submitted no later than May 2.
UAMPS will select four students from among its member organizations to send to the rally. Each one will also receive a $500 scholarship for college. DPU is a member of UAMPS so high school sophomores Read More
Video: Council Chair Theresa Cull Discusses April 8 Meeting
Los Alamos County Council Chair Theresa Cull provides highlights from the April 8 council meeting during a visit to the newsroom at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of April 14, 2025
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors.
For more information, 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. 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
Council Action: Green Lights Evaluating Permitting Process
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When it comes to improving the process of starting a business in Los Alamos, County Council agreed it would be beneficial to bring in some fresh blood.
During its regular meeting April 8, council unanimously approved engaging Cities Work to evaluate the County’s permitting requirements and processes.
The decision was met with almost universal support from council and representatives of the business community.
“I think that what you could bring would be a fresh set of eyes … I do not believe in reinventing the wheel,” Councilor Read More
Waterline Workers Invite Community To Behind-The-Scenes Look At Project Along NM 4 Saturday April 19
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to take a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to construct a 3.5-mile water transmission pipeline along N.M. 4. Wagner Construction, contractor to the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU), will hold an informal family day event noon to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 19 at its construction yard.
Equipment enthusiasts and infrastructure fanatics are welcome to stop by and check out all the vehicles and equipment. Feel free to give the tires a kick, climb aboard, or just stand back to admire the durability and design of the modern construction Read More
Temporary Trail Closure: Eastern Canyon Rim Trailhead
Map depicting temporary trail closure area of Canyon Rim Trail. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Access to the Canyon Rim Trail from the Eastern trailhead, extending 0.5 miles, will be temporarily closed beginning Tuesday, April 15 for culvert installation.
The work is expected to be completed within one day. During the closure, trail users are encouraged to access the Canyon Rim Trail from the Western trailheads.
The County apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates the community’s understanding as this project is completed to enhance the overall trail experience.
Direct questions Read More
Public Invited To Guided Tour Of Los Alamos Photographers Show At Step Up Gallery April 15
The community is invited to take a guided tour of the 29th Annual Los Alamos Photographers Show, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at Step Up Gallery inside Mesa Public Library. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
COMMUNITY News:
The photographers participating in the 29th Annual Los Alamos Photographers Show will lead a guided tour 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 in the Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library.
Each photographer will talk about the photographic equipment used, details of exposure and computer manipulation and choice of subject and location.
The tour is free of charge and open to the public. Read More
County Accepting Applications For P&Z Commission
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is accepting applications for eligible candidates for appointment to a vacant seat on the Planning and Zoning Commission.
This vacancy is a three-year term, expiring 36 months from the date of appointment, and open to registered Republican or Independent candidates.
Interested Los Alamos County residents who do not hold public office and are not employed by the County may submit an online application by visiting the County’s Boards and Commissions webpage and selecting “apply”. Applications will be accepted now until the vacancy is filled.
The Planning and Read More
LAPD Large-Scale Training Exercise Saturday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will conduct a large-scale department interoperability training exercise from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, April 12 at the Los Alamos Middle School. Officers will also be using the North Mesa Picnic Grounds as a staging area.
Although the public will see extensive police activity as part of the exercise, LAPD wants to reassure the public there is no reason to be alarmed and asks the public to avoid the area near the Los Alamos Middle School during the hours of the exercise. Read More
