Daily Postcard: Rabbit Watches Over Garden In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Rabbit watches over a garden Thursday in White Rock. Photo by Annette MaesPosts From The Road: Verde Canyon Railroad
Crossing the Bridge: The Verde Canyon Railroad takes passengers from Clarkdale, Ariz. to Perkinsville, Ariz. through the beautiful desert landscape. During the journey the train passes over several bridges as well as a tunnel as it moves through the canyon. Shown is the train as it crosses a trestle bridge. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Panoramic Views: In many areas along the route passengers can view open panoramic vistas. Shown is a view as the train chugs across an open area before entering Verde Canyon. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly Read More
Indios Fire Burns 11,505 Acres Near Coyote
Forest Service News:
Firefighters achieved 50% completion on the Indios Wildfire burning in the Coyote Ranger District, which has burned 11,505 acres as of today, June 2, 2024.
Firefighters prepare for increased winds today on the Indios Fire.
The wildfire was first reported Sunday afternoon, May 19, 2024, and is 7 miles north of the village of Coyote, N.M. and burning within the Rio Chama Canyon Wilderness. The cause of the wildfire is lightning.
Daily Update:
Sunday June 2, 2024
- Acres: 11,505
- Start Date: May 19, 2024
- Location: 7 miles north of the village of Coyote, NM
- Personnel: 679
- Completion:
Turtles Bask In The Sun From A Rock In Ashley Pond
A pair of turtles bask in the sun while sitting together on a rock Friday in Ashley Pond. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Smoke, Ash From Indios Fire Reaches Velarde
Smoke and ash from the Indios Fire north of Coyote reached Velarde Thursday. At last report, 697 firefighters are battling the blaze on the ground and in the air. ‘Let’s keep them in our thoughts and prayers…’ Photo by Johnnie Martinez Read More
Daily Postcard: Hiking Dog Stops To Smell Wild Flowers
Daily Postcard: A lovable dog out for a hike stops to smell wild flowers blooming Saturday on a trail near N.M. 4 in White Rock. Photo by Kitty Gandee
More wild flowers blooming Saturday on a trail near N.M. 4 in White Rock. Photo by Kitty Gandee
More wild flowers blooming Saturday on a trail near N.M. 4 in White Rock. Photo by Kitty Gandee
More wild flowers blooming Saturday on a trail near N.M. 4 in White Rock. Photo by Kitty Gandee
More wild flowers blooming Saturday on a trail near N.M. 4 in White Rock. Photo by Kitty Gandee
More wild flowers blooming Saturday on a trail near N.M. 4 in White Rock. Photo by Read More
Indios Fire Consumes 11,129 Acres Near Coyote
Forest Service News:
Firefighters achieved 41% completion on the Indios Wildfire burning in the Coyote Ranger District, which has consumed 11,129 acres as of today, June 1, 2024.
The wildfire was first reported Sunday afternoon, May 19, 2024, and is 7 miles north of the village of Coyote, N.M. and burning within the Rio Chama Canyon Wilderness.
The cause of the wildfire is lightning.
Daily Update:
- Saturday June 1, 2024
- Acres: 11,129
- Start Date: May 19, 2024
- Location: 7 miles north of the village of Coyote, NM
- Personnel: 697
- Completion: 41%
- Fuels: Timber
Highlights: Firefighters successfully Read More
County: Today’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program Postponed To Saturday June 8
COUNTY News:
Due to unforeseen issues, officials with the Los Alamos County Environmental Services division regret to inform residents that the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection program, scheduled for today, June 1, has been postponed until Saturday, June 8.
Environment Services Division officials apologize for the inconvenience.
The Eco Station offers residents an opportunity to safely dispose of a wide range of household hazardous waste, including but not limited to items such as paint, batteries, chemicals, Aerosol Spray Cans, Automotive Fluids, Corrosives, Cleaners, Read More
New Mexico Author Magdalena Sandoval Grew Up In Los Alamos And Has Released Second Book On Geology
New Mexico geologist and author Magdalena Sandoval Donahue published her second book, Roadside Geology of New Mexico, in April. Courtesy photo
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
“Growing up in Los Alamos, I learned a lifelong learning philosophy and have a continuous curiosity about how things work. ” –Magdalena Sandoval Donahue
New Mexico geologist and author Magdalena Sandoval Donahue’s origins as a rockhound are right here in Los Alamos.
She explained that it was while working as a summer intern at Los Alamos National Laboratory alongside her best friend’s Read More
Daily Postcard: Canada Warbler Spotted On Reservoir Road
Daily Postcard: This Spring has been incredible with several rare birds sighted in the area including this Canada Warbler, first spotted Monday by Rene Laubach along the reservoir road. This is the first time a sighting of this species has ever been reported in Los Alamos County. Photo by Michael Smith
Daily Postcard: Another view of the rare Canada Warbler first spotted Monday by Rene Laubach along the reservoir road. Photo by Michael Smith
Daily Postcard: Another view of the rare Canada Warbler first spotted Monday by Rene Laubach along the reservoir road. Photo by Michael Smith
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Indios Fire Consumes 8,733 Acres Near Coyote
Forest Service News:
Firefighters achieved 25% completion on the Indios Wildfire burning in the Coyote Ranger District, which has consumed 8,733 acres as of today, May 31, 2024.
The wildfire was first reported Sunday afternoon, May 19, 2024, and is 7 miles north of the village of Coyote, N.M. and burning within the Rio Chama Canyon Wilderness.
The cause of the wildfire is lightning.
Daily Update:
- Friday May 31, 2024
- Start Date: May 19, 2024
- Location: 7 miles north of the village of Coyote, NM
- Personnel: 659
- Completion: 25%
- Fuels: Timber
Highlights: Active fire behavior within the planned fire Read More
Indios Fire Plume Viewed From East End Of Los Pueblos
The Indios Fire plume viewed from the east end of Los Pueblos Street, about 9 p.m. Thursday. Photo by Steve Greene Read More
LAHS Junior Jane Mocko Awarded 2024 Rensselaer Medal
LAHS Junior Jane Mocko receives the Rensselaer medal for 2024 as well as a Society of Women Engineers Certificate of Merit. Celebrating with her are Physics Teacher Debbie Grothaus, Chemistry Teacher Michela Ombelli, Principal Renee Dunwoody, Math Teacher Ethan Honnell, Biology Teacher Stephanie Mitchell and Math Teacher Stephanie Abney. Courtesy/LAPS
LAHS Principal Renee Dunwoody presents the Rensselaer award to junior Jane Mocko for her accomplishments in math and science. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School Junior Jane Mocko has been selected to receive the 2024 Read More
PAC 8’s Summer Media Classes Start June 10
Openings remain in PAC 8’s Summer Media Classes, which start June 10. Courtesy/PAC 8
Openings remain in PAC 8’s Summer Media Classes, which start June 10. Courtesy/PAC 8
PAC 8 News:
Openings remain in PAC 8’s Summer Media Classes, which start June 10.
In Session 1, students will be producing a short documentary on the Bradbury Science Museum. In Session 3, students will create a short documentary on the Los Alamos History Museum. In other classes students learn how to use GoPro cameras, editing using Adobe Premiere, and Music Production using Logic Pro. Students also learn how to use digital cameras, Read More
Daily Postcard: Bear Saunters Around North Community
Daily Postcard: An American black bear in the chocolate phase is seen sauntering down the road just after 4 p.m. Sunday in North Community. In the chocolate phase, black bears take on a brown ‘chocolaty’ appearance. In this phase bears can take on a few different shades ranging from a lighter tan to dark brown. Photo by Marc Bailey
A view from behind of the American black bear Sunday afternoon in North Community. Photo by Marc Bailey Read More
SFNF Issues Indios Fire Closure Order
SFNF News:
SANTA FE—Effective today, May 30, 2024, the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) is closing sections of the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) and areas of the Coyote Ranger District due to impacts from the Indios Fire.
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health, the safety of the general public, and the safety of all personnel working the fire.
The following areas are affected by the closure order:
- All National Forest System lands within the boundary of the Coyote Ranger District
starting from the Continental Divide trail #298 at Highway 96 going north across Forest
Road 77, through
Utilities Board Approves Rule Change … Customers With Solar Powered Residences Will See Lower Credit On Bills
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) passed a motion 4-1 to approve the proposed changes to Rule E-5, which covers interconnection with cogeneration and small power producers, during its regular meeting May 15.
The changes to the rule immediately take effect.
This was not a popular decision for those Department of Public Utilities (DPU) customers who will be affected by these changes – mainly those who installed rooftop solar power systems on their homes. A number of these customers attended the meeting to voice their Read More
SFNF Seeks Public Input For Ski Santa Fe Chairlift 4 Project
Ski Santa Fe. Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) began a scoping period for the Ski Santa Fe Chairlift 4 In-line Replacement. During scoping, the SFNF will seek input from the public and organizations to determine the “scope” of the proposed project.
This may include issues or areas of concern that the public or organizations feel should be considered within the project proposal.
The scoping process will help the Ski Santa Fe and SFNF determine what environmental impacts to consider and whether the project is headed in the right direction.
This project would Read More
Environment Department Releases New Environmental Review Request Process
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) Utility Operator Certification Program (UOCP) is implementing a new web-based application called Certemy, which will be available for use June 4, 2024.
Certemy is a web-based tool specifically designed for managing certifications with a robust interface for both external certification holders and program staff. The new tool will play an important role in the application and certification process for new and existing utility operators.
The certification process is critical in the development of knowledgeable and conscientious Read More
