Environment

UNM-LA Extends Closures For Building 1 & Basement Of Building 2

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UNM-LA News:

Building 1 and the basement of Building 2 on the UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) campus are still without heat and will be closed again today, Nov. 6.

Departments in those locations will continue to work remotely.

The upper floor of Building 2 is operational. Read More

Bureau Of Land Management Farmington Field Office Plans Prescribed Pile Burns Near Cedar Hill And West Navajo

BLM News:

FARMINGTON — Beginning Nov. 1, 2024, and continuing through out the month, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to conduct prescribed pile burn operations in two locations in the Farmington Field Office.

One unit will be seven acres in size, located just south of Cedar Hill. The second unit will be 12 acres in size, near NM 511, between mile marker 17 and 20, approximately five miles north/northwest of Navajo Lake State Park.

These operations are weather-dependent and will take several days to complete. Fire management crews will monitor daily weather to decide which date the Read More

Daily Postcard: Scenic Views From N.M. 4

Daily Postcard: Scenic view Tuesday morning from N.M. 4. Photo by VaLynn Purvis

Daily Postcard: Scenic view Tuesday morning from N.M. 4. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More

County Snow Removal Team Reminds Residents They Also Play Crucial Role In Maintaining Clear, Safe Pathways

COUNTY News:

During the winter months, Los Alamos County’s Traffic and Streets Division works hard to ensure safe travel by plowing snow from designated streets and sidewalks. To enhance the effectiveness of snow and ice control operations, the snow removal team would like to remind residents that they also play a crucial role in maintaining clear and safe pathways. 

To support this effort, residents are asked to:

  • To clear sidewalks and driveways with 24 hours of the end of a storm;
  • Ensure areas for trash pickup and mail or newspaper delivery are accessible; and
  • Avoid obstructing public streets
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Learn About Insulation Options With PEEC Virtually Nov. 7

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PEEC News:

Note: The Insulation Talk scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov.  7 at at the Nature Center will now only be offered virtually to alleviate concerns with the pending weather. Interested attendees will need to register at https://peecla.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/peecla/event.jsp?event=56433& to receive the Zoom link. The event will be recorded and posted at a later date.

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to “Insulate, Insulate, Insulate” Nov. 7. This event will highlight the vital role insulation Read More

Small Portion Of New Mexico History Museum’s Lower-Level Exhibits Closed For Repair Following Recent Storm

New Mexico History Museum News:

Due to leaks from a recent storm, a small portion of the lower level of the will be temporarily closed.

The Manhattan Project and My New Mexico displays, as well as the small theater, are inaccessible to visitors while necessary repairs are made.

None of the objects in the exhibits were damaged. The majority of the lower level, including mezzanine displays and Telling New Mexico Stories from Then and Now 1911 through WWII exhibitions remain open to the public. Regular admission fees will apply.

Beginning today, Nov. 5 until spring of 2025 the small portion of the Read More

NRGNHA Offering Hands-on Plant & Herb Identification And Remedy Workshop Nov. 16

NRGNHA News:

Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area (NRGNHA) is offering another hands-on plant and local herb identification and remedy workshop 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Los Luceros Historic Site 253 County Road 41 in Alcalde.

NRGNHA’s Harvest Remedios Part II workshop at Los Luceros continues the journey into the world of traditional herbal remedies. Building on the knowledge and skills acquired in Remedios I, this class focuses on preparing and preserving harvested herbs for the winter months.

Participants will learn practical techniques and create beneficial herbal Read More

Canceled: Nov. 7 Transportation Board Meeting Due To Weather

COUNTY News:

Due to anticipated severe weather conditions, the Transportation Board has decided to cancel its board meeting scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 7.

While the board regrets any inconvenience this may cause, it is committed to ensuring that the  meetings are accessible and safe for all participants.

The next regular meeting is scheduled for at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.

The Transportation Board appreciates the community’s understanding and encourages everyone to stay safe during the upcoming weather event.

For further information, contact the Public Works Department Read More

NMSP Assists Cannabis Control Division To Remove Pot At Grow Site

NNK was determined to have exceeded its allotted plant count. Courtesy/NMSP

NNK was determined to have exceeded its allotted plant count. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

FARMINGTON – In June 2024, the Cannabis Control Division (CCD), conducted a compliance check into NNK Equities at 23 Road 6940 in Waterflow.

NNK was determined to have exceeded its allotted plant count. At this point, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Special Investigations Unit (SIU) was assigned to assist.

A secondary complaint was received regarding a large grow at 3658 US 64 in Waterflow. A portion of the property at this address Read More

LAHS Eco Club Hosts Q&A With Council Candidates

Council candidates Denise Derkacs and James Wernicke answer climate-focused questions from Los Alamos High School Eco Club members. Courtesy photo

Council candidates Ryn Herrmann and David Reagor answer climate-focused questions from Los Alamos High School Eco Club members. Courtesy photo

Eco Club News: 

On Tuesday, Oct. 15, the leadership team of the Los Alamos High School Eco Club, co-presidents Samuel Carmer and Ian Corey and vice president Irina Maiorov, hosted two climate-focused Q&A sessions with candidates running for Los Alamos County Council.

Candidate Responses:

Candidate Read More

CSD Facilities Closed Due To County Power Outages

COUNTY News:

The Aquatic Center, Ice Rink, Mesa Public Library and Social Services are temporarily closed following widespread power outages affecting the County.

All scheduled activities, classes, and events at the Aquatic Center, Ice Rink and Mesa Public Library are canceled until further notice. Additionally, the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center has closed for the day due to snow.

Officials with the Community Services Department (CSD) apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The estimated time that power will be restored is unknown. As more information becomes available, Read More

First Snow Of Season Falls Overnight In Los Alamos

The first snow of the season as viewed at 5 a.m. today in Quemazon. Photo by DW Decker                                           
Snow falls this morning around the top of Urban Park hill. Photo by Cathy Hinejosa
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Daily Postcard: Sunbeams Shine Over Valle Grande

Daily Postcard: Sunbeams shine Friday over Valle Grande. Valles Caldera National Preserve is of spiritual and ceremonial importance to numerous Native American peoples in the greater Southwest region. These cultural connections are both contemporary and of great antiquity, and the National Park Service respectfully seeks to uphold the values and prioritize the voices of the Tribes and Pueblos for whom this special place continues to be part of their practices, beliefs, identity, and history. Learn about Native American heritage on this landscape on the Valles Caldera History & Read More

Daily Postcard: Bobcat Stares At Camera In Bandelier

Daily Postcard: A bobcat lays in a shaded area and stares at the camera Tuesday in Bandelier National Monument. Named for their short “bobbed” tail, bobcats can weigh up to 40 lbs. They primarily eat rodents, rabbits and birds … but they will also scavenge on the kills of mountain lions. They are found throughout Bandelier. Bobcats are most active at dawn and dusk, so you may not see them on your visit. Keep an eye out, however, for other signs like their prints and scat. Phot by Sally King/NPS
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