Pajarito Mountain Groomed & Opening To Skiers At 9 Today
Pajarito Mountain Ski Area is all groomed and awaiting skiers when it opens at 9 a.m. today. Hours of operation at Pajarito are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 15-20 Thursday-Monday (Martin Luther King Day), Jan. 22-Feb. 9 Thursday-Sunday, Feb. 12-17 Thursday-Monday (Presidents Day), Feb. 19-March 9 Thursday-Sunday, March 10-16 Open Daily for Spring Break, March 19-23 Thursday-Sunday and March 28-30 Friday-Sunday. Courtesy/webcam
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Daily Postcard: Pastel Clouds & Mountains At Early Evening
Daily Postcard: Pastel colored clouds and mountains viewed early Saturday evening from Pinion Trails in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Scene Today From Pajarito Mountain Ski Area
Pajarito Mountain Ski Area is open and shows sun shining today on the slopes. Courtesy/webcam Read More
Los Alamos Department Of Public Utilities To Offer Signup Assistance Days For ECAM Energy Efficiency Rebates
COUNTY News:
Looking to save money while making your home or business more energy efficient? The New Mexico Energy Conservation and Management (ECAM) Division is a one-stop shop for Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) rebates and tax credits available to New Mexicans.
Qualified homes and businesses must apply through the ECAM website prior to receiving approval and coupons for rebate programs. Improvements include window and door replacements, insulation upgrades, heat pump installations, and select appliance replacements.
Not all rebate programs are available yet, but applications are Read More
Public Notice: Council To Hold Closed Session Jan. 14
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a Closed Session4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Fire Station 3 in White Rock.
The purpose of the closed session is to discuss threatened or pending litigation: The Incorporated County of Los Alamos v. United States
Environmental Protection Agency, Case No.: 20-9543, United States
Court of Appeals, 10th Circuit. Council is scheduled to also discuss the purchase, acquisition or disposal of real property.
Find the complete agenda packet for this closed session here. Read More
Bandelier’s Tsankawi Unit Closed Due To Waterline Break
NPS News:
Bandelier National Monument’s Tsankawi Unit is temporarily closed due to a waterline break.
The issue was discovered earlier in the day Friday, Jan. 10, 2025. There is no projected reopening date at this time.
Additional updates will be shared to Bandelier’s social media accounts and at ladailypost.com. Read More
DPU To Launch ‘Voice Of The Customer’ Survey Monday
Following the 2024 survey, DPU was presented with a Customer Satisfaction bronze-level award by the American Public Power Association. Many of the Voice of the Customer Survey questions are benchmarked by APPA and responses to those questions put DPU among 20 public power providers nationwide to receive the award. Courtesy/DPU
COUNTY News:
Let your voice be heard, utility customers! The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is kicking off its annual “Voice of the Customer” survey on Monday, Jan. 13 to measure customer satisfaction and engagement in areas such as quality, reliability Read More
NNSA Publishes Draft Sitewide Environmental Impact Statement For Los Alamos National Laboratory
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The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has published its Draft Sitewide Environmental Impact Statement (SWEIS) for Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) assessing current and future impacts of the Lab’s operations.
The SWEIS will be available for public review and comment beginning, Jan. 10, 2025, for 60 days.
The SWEIS analyzes the potential environmental impacts of LANL operations for approximately the next 15 years.
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Traffic Advisory Jan. 14 For Golf Course Renovation Project
COUNTY News:
As part of the Golf Course Renovation Project, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14 the Los Alamos County Public Works Department will close the westbound outer lane and shoulder of Diamond Drive at the golf course. Crews will be moving a fabricated restroom building.
No impact on commute time is expected for drivers heading to the middle school. However, those traveling to the high school may face some traffic delays.
Residents and visitors are urged to use caution and observe the traffic control devices to safely navigate this detour.
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Daily Postcard: Sunrise Shines Bright Over White Rock
Daily Postcard: Today’s sunrise shines bright and brilliant over White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann HibbsBenson: Be A Hero
By JODY BENSON
Los Alamos
What if you were offered a quick, easy, inexpensive way to clean up litter, lower chemical pollution, and reduce endocrine disruption affecting sexual development and obesity? What if I told you that this action contributes to a healthier, cleaner future for you and your kids? Would you think about it, or dismiss the offer out of hand? (Remember, it’s quick, cheap, easy.)
What is this tiny little action? Just bring your own shopping bags wherever you go.
First let’s clarify what is meant by single-use carry-out disposable plastic shopping bag. These are the brown-Smiths/white-Walmart Read More
Utility Crews Respond To Water Break Near White Rock
Map of a water transmission line burst near White Rock on N.M. 4. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
A water transmission line burst around noon today on N.M. 4 near White Rock.
Water Production crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) placed barriers around the location, which is about 0.25 miles from the traffic light at Rover Boulevard on the south side of the road heading away from White Rock.
The line has broken in the same location numerous times in the past. A new water transmission line installation project is already scheduled to begin in February. As such, DPU water operators Read More
NM Museum Of Natural History & Science Researchers Uncover New Species Of Prehistoric Fish Near Socorro
A rendering of Daemodontiscus harrisae. Courtesy/NMMNHS
NMMNHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A new genus and species of ’demon-toothed’ prehistoric fish that lived more than 300 million years ago was uncovered in Socorro County by a research associate from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science.
In December, a paper published in ‘Contributions from the Museum of Paleontology, University of Michigan’ identifies the newly discovered genus and species as Daemodontiscus harrisae. The full paper is available here.
The new genus and species was named for New Mexico Museum of Natural Read More
County: Survey For Community Input On Shade Structures
COUNTY News:
The Public Works Department’s Capital Projects & Facilities Division is inviting residents to participate in an online survey to collect community input on various aspects of potential shade structures. This feedback will help inform the decision-making process regarding improvements to the outdoor ice rink. The survey is open until at 11:59 p.m., Jan. 29, 2025.
The County has received feedback from residents highlighting the challenges posed by sun and heat at the outdoor ice rink, which limit its usability. During the winter months, sunlight can melt sections of the Read More
Daily Postcard: View Of Snowy Overlook On Cerro La Jara
Daily Postcard: View of a snowy overlook on Cerro La Jara, Jan. 4 at Valles Calderas National Preserve. Valles Calderas is hosting a Climate Science Ski Tour Friday, Jan. 17. This program is open to the public; registration is not required. While skiing on groomed trails around the scenic La Jara peak, participants will learn about climate change in the Jemez mountains. Visitors will learn about two possible scenarios for Valles Caldera’s future climate and the basics of climate science. For this program, participants must bring their own skiing equipment. Classic cross-country skis are McQuiston: Six P’s Of Evacuating For Wildfires
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
With wildfires raging in California and almost all of Los Alamos and parts of Santa Fe considered to be in a wildfire hazard zone, I thought I would pass along an article about safeguarding critical documents and valuable items in the event of an evacuation.
Having critical documents stored off premise, like in a safety deposit box at the bank, or stored in the cloud can be a good step in protection. But reviewing this check list may alert you to items you may not think about when under pressure to mobilize and evacuate.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $121 Million To Help Tribes Build Climate Resilience
DOI News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior Jan.8 announced a $121 million investment from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to help Tribal communities prepare for the most severe climate-related environmental threats to their homelands. This is the largest amount of annual funding awarded to Tribes and Tribal organizations in the history of the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ Tribal Community Resilience Annual Awards Program, with 96 Tribes and 10 Tribal organizations receiving funding for 124 projects.
This investment from the Inflation Reduction Act, Bipartisan Read More
Santa Fe National Forest Prescribed Fire Update
Hill prescribed burn piles. Courtesy/Santa Fe National Forest
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — The recent snowfall provided an opportunity for Jemez Ranger District fire crews to complete the 7-acre Hill Prescribed Pile Burn Unit, located off Forest Road 376. Fire resources will now focus on patrolling and monitoring this unit.
Today, Jemez Ranger District fire managers canceled the San Diego Egress Prescribed Pile Burn Unit scheduled for January 9 due to insufficient snowpack and forecast weather conditions.
Moving forward, fire managers will continue to look for ideal weather conditions to conduct Read More
Hexavalent Chromium Expert Technical Review Findings To Be Discussed At Cleanup Forum Jan. 29
LANL News:
Learn more about the Hexavalent Chromium Expert Technical Review and results, as well as the legacy cleanup mission at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) at the community meeting from 5–7 p.m. MT, Jan. 29, 2025.
Host: Department of Energy, Office of Environmental Management Los Alamos Field Office (EM-LA)
Background: This event will feature joint discussions from EM-LA, the New Mexico Environment (NMED) and Technical Review Team lead, Dr. Inés Triay on the recommendations from the Hexavalent Chromium Expert Technical Review Report, including Q&A.
For meeting information, Read More
NM Economic Development Dept. Announces Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program Now Accepting Applications
EDD News:
SANTA FE — Applications are now being accepted for the Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program from the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD).
The New Mexico Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program is a competitive state-funded grant that awards non-dilutive funds to New Mexico small businesses for advanced energy innovation and commercialization research and development. The grant funding will assist early-stage companies developing a unique product with strong growth potential. Selected businesses will be awarded between $250,000 and $1,000,000.
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