Village Arts Closed Due To Inclement Weather
COMMUNITY News: Snow Piles Up Overnight On Patio In Pinon Trails
Snow piles up overnight on this patio in the Pinon Trails neighborhood in White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Weather-Related Health Advisory For Large Portion Of State
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — A major winter storm, with potential blizzard conditions has impacted New Mexico. Residents are urged to take immediate precautions to protect themselves, their families and pets from severe weather hazards.
According to the National Weather Service, this weather system is expected to bring significant snowfall, dangerously low visibility, powerful winds, and freezing temperatures, particularly in northern New Mexico and the Rio Grande Valley.
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reminds New Mexicans of the precautions to take to avoid cold-related Read More
Daily Postcard: Snowy Day At Los Alamos Reservoir
Daily Postcard: A snowy day Tuesday at the Los Alamos Reservoir. Photo by Lauren Hughes
Another view Tuesday at the Los Alamos Reservoir. Photo by Lauren Hughes Read More
LA Cares To Postpone Food Distribution For One Week
LA Cares News:
Today, Wednesday, Nov. 6, we are announcing a delay for distribution until next week, Nov. 14/15.
There will be NO LA Cares food distribution this week due to inclement weather.
We will be reaching out to volunteers and clients through phone calls and email to inform them of the change.
In the event that the Lab/Schools declare a Snow Day on a LA Cares distribution day, for the safety of clients and volunteers, LA Cares will postpone food distribution for one week.
Usually, LA Cares food distribution is on the second Friday of the month and the preceding Thursday. If delayed, distribution Read More
UNM-Los Alamos To Delay Opening To 10 a.m. Thursday
UNM-LA News:
Due to winter weather conditions, the UNM-Los Alamos campus will delay its opening until 10 a.m. for Thursday, Nov. 7.
Building 1 and the basement of Building 2 are still without heat. Offices in those locations will remain remote. Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools On 2-hour Delay Thursday
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) will be on a 2-hour delay Thursday, Nov. 7 for all PreK 4y-12th grades.
All schools will start 2 hours late and buses will arrive at stops 2 hours late.
There will be no morning 3Y classes. Afternoon 3Y will be on a regular schedule.
The district will monitor the weather through the night and will update on any changes by 8 in the morning. Read More
Betty Ehart And White Rock Senior Activity Centers Now Closed Due To Inclement Weather
LARSO News:
The Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers are closed due to the winter storm moving into the region.
The centers have been closed since 2 p.m. today. Staff will keep the community and members informed of any delayed opening or closure Thursday through Facebook, email, voicemail and its website.
Please know that the Senior Activity Centers typically follow the Los Alamos Public School Snow Schedule.
If the centers are delayed two hours: Home Delivered Meal recipients, please use emergency meal. Community/Congregate Meal participants, will have lunch at the Centers, Read More
Social Services Shares Locations For Individuals Who Need To Get Inside From Inclement Weather
COUNTY News:
During inclement weather, individuals stranded or otherwise facing the elements may find themselves in need of a safe place to stay warm.
Los Alamos County Social Services Division has identified several locations where individuals can temporarily seek shelter to warm up. While these sites may not offer full amenities such as restrooms, they provide a safe environment to avoid the elements.
The following locations are currently open to the public:
- Los Alamos Police Station vestibule – 2500 Trinity Drive
Open 24 hours, seven days a week - Municipal Courthouse – 2500 Trinity
Los Alamos High School Football First Round State Tournament Game Rescheduled For Saturday
LAPS News:
Due to the weather forecast for Friday, the first round of the NMAA State Football Tournament game between Los Alamos High School and Valley High School has been moved to Saturday, No. 9.
The game will be played at Sullivan Field. Game time is 12 p.m. Gates will open at 11 a.m.
Tickets are $12 for adults, $7 for students, military and seniors (age 65 and older). Tickets may be purchased in advance through GoFan.
Go to https://gofan.co/app/events/760808?schoolId=NMAA to purchase tickets.
Season, student and staff passes will not be accepted for this game.
The Concessions and Spirit Read More
LANL Suspends On-site Activities Due To Inclement Weather
Due to deteriorating weather conditions, the Lab suspended on-site activities at 2 p.m. today, Nov. 6 and is on early dismissal. Courtesy photo Read More
Early Closure Of Non-essential County Government Services Due To Inclement Weather
7 Los Alamos Researchers Named 2024 Laboratory Fellows
2024 Los Alamos National Laboratory Fellows, top row from left, Robert Aikin, Malcolm Boshier, Luis Chacon, Sara Del Valle. Bottom row from left, Rod Linn, Kevin Mitchell and Cynthia Reichhardt. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
Seven researchers have been named 2024 Los Alamos National Laboratory Fellows: Robert Aikin, Malcolm Boshier, Luis Chacon, Sara Del Valle, Rod Linn, Kevin Mitchell and Cynthia Reichhardt.
“It is an honor to recognize these seven researchers,” Laboratory Director Thom Mason said. “Their dedication and lifelong work have helped Los Alamos achieve its mission and improved Read More
100+ Women Who Care Event Postponed To Nov. 14
LAPS Adjusts Dismissal Times In Response To Storm
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) have been in discussions with local experts regarding the approaching storm. The storm has shifted some, and they expect the temperatures to drop and the snow fall to increase significantly between 3-6 p.m. today.
In order to ensure that LAPS can get students home safely, It will be releasing middle and high school students early today. Elementary schools will have a regular dismissal.
Dismissal schedule:
- Los Alamos Middle School will dismiss at 1:10 pm.
- Los Alamos High School will dismiss at 1:20 pm.
- Elementary schools will release at the regular
4 LANL Researchers Receive Laboratory Fellows’ Prizes
Award winning Los Alamos National Laboratory researchers, from top left, Stefano Gandolfi and Kary Myers. From bottom left, Denise Neudecker and Shizeng Lin. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
Four Los Alamos National Laboratory researchers have been awarded Laboratory Fellows’ Prizes: Stefano Gandolfi, Shizeng Lin and Denise Neudecker received the Fellows’ Prize for research and Kary Myers received the Fellows’ Prize for Leadership.
“I congratulate Stefano, Shizeng, Denise and Kary on winning the Laboratory Fellows’ Prize,” Laboratory Director Thom Mason said. “Their excellence in research Read More
Maria Jönsson Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival Nov. 8-10
Artist Maria Jönsson. Courtesy photo
ARTS News:
Maria Jönsson studied textiles at Sigtuna Folk College in Sweden in the mid 1980s. She then went on to receive a BFA and MA in Studio Art Fiber/Fabric at Northern Illinois University in 1989/1991. During her years in Sweden she learned more traditional weaving techniques. In the US she explored and experimented with non-traditional materials in weaving such as metal, wire, or any material that could be woven on a loom.
After moving to New Mexico in the 1990s she continued to create and sell her fiber art while building a career as an archaeologist. Read More
Canceled: Nov. 7 N.M. 4 Crossing & Multi-Use Trail Improvement Project Public Input Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Nov. 7 Public Input Meeting for the N.M. 4 Crossing and Multi-Use Trail Improvement Project has been canceled due to anticipated inclement weather conditions.
This meeting has been rescheduled to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 at Fire Station #3 in White Rock.
For more information on this project, go to the Project Webpage at:
https://www.losalamosnm.us/County-Projects/NM4-Crossing-and-Multi-Use-Trail-Improvement-Project
For further information, contact the Public Works Department at 505.662.8150 or email lacpw@lacnm.us. Read More
Valles Caldera National Preserve Backcountry Vehicle Route Closed For Season
Snow covering the Cabin District area Nov. 4, 2024. Photo by N. Plants/NPS
NPS News:
Valles Caldera National Preserve has closed the backcountry vehicle route early this year due to the recent snowstorm and the forecast for additional snow over the next few days.
Normally, the route remains open through Nov. 15. The vehicle route is slated to open again May 15, 2025, weather-permitting.
Visitors to the park can still enjoy exploring the front-country of the park, driving as far as the Cabin District on the north side of Valle Grande.
In addition, visitors can explore beyond the Cabin District Read More
Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Groundbreaking Postponed
