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Weekly Fishing Report: Jan. 17, 2023

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

By GEORGE MORSE
Sports & Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post

Trout are a coldwater gamefish. They thrive in coldwater environments where the water temperatures do not exceed 70 degrees during the year. In most of Southern New Mexico, trout would not survive during the summer.

The State Game and Fish Department stocks catchable-size rainbow trout in the lakes and streams of Southern New Mexico beginning in November to give anglers here a chance to catch trout. These stockings usually cease by the end of March.

There is one area in Southeastern New Mexico that has conditions suitable for the year-around Read More

Neighborhood Kids Create Snow Critters On Arizona Avenue

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023
With schools closed today due to inclement weather, neighborhood kids take advantage of the free time and create snow critters on Arizona Avenue. Courtesy/Jen Mossow
Neighborhood kids create snow critters today on Arizona Avenue. Courtesy/Jen Moss
Neighborhood kids create snow critters today on Arizona Avenue. Courtesy/Jen Moss
Neighborhood kids create snow critters today on Arizona Avenue. Courtesy/Jen Moss
Neighborhood kids create snow critters today on Arizona Avenue. Courtesy/Jen Moss
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Pajarito Mountain Ski Area To Host Job Fair Friday!

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

Pajarito has received nearly 20” of snow and is hosting a job fair Friday in the Pajarito Mountain Lodge. Screenshot this morning from webcam

Pajarito Mountain News:

Pajarito Mountain Ski Area has received nearly 20” of snow from the storms hitting New Mexico and is poised to open soon.

The mountain is urgently hiring. 

Pajarito will host a job fair 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Friday, Jan. 20 in the Pajarito Mountain Lodge.

Job seekers also may apply online immediately. The mountain is offering drop-in interviews and hiring on the spot throughout this week. Job seekers should check in 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Read More

Snowy Scenes This Morning Around Ashley Pond Park

Submitted by Chris Clark on January 17, 2023

Snowy scene today around Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Sam McRae/Chamber 

Scene today around Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Sam McRae/Chamber 

Scene today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Sam McRae/Chamber 

Scene today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Sam McRae/Chamber 

Scene today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Sam McRae/Chamber  Read More

NWS Forecast: Up To 7 Inches Of Snow For Los Alamos

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque forecast for today in Los Alamos includes snow showers with the temperature rising to near 31 by noon, then falling to around 22 during the remainder of the day. Total daytime snow accumulation of up to 7 inches is possible. Tonight’s forecast includes snow showers mainly between until 11 p.m. with a low around 16 and wind chill values as low as zero. Courtesy/NWS Read More

UNM-LA Closes Campus Due To Weather Conditions

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

UNM-LA News:

Due to inclement weather conditions today, Jan. 17, the UNM-Los Alamos campus at 1000 University Drive will remain closed all day.

All on-site classes and activities are canceled today as well. Read More

LAPS Cancels All Classes Today Due To Weather Concerns

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) will be closing for the day as more snow is predicted throughout the day. All classes are canceled.

When school is dismissed early or cancelled for the day, all after school programs including athletics (both home and away contests) and activities are canceled.

Find updates on the LAPS website at https://www.laschools.net/ and at https://www.laschools.net/families-students/inclement-weather.

Please stay safe and enjoy the snow. School will resume on a normal schedule Jan. 18, 2023. 

Las Escuelas Públicas de Los Álamos están cerradas el Read More

Deer Take Walking Tour Around Bathtub Row Sunday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

Deer are spotted taking a walking tour Sunday of Bathtub Row. Photo by Mack Clark

Deer stop to take in the sights during their walking tour Sunday around Bathtub Row. Photo by Mack Clark

Deer continue their walking tour Sunday around Bathtub Row. Photo by Mack Clark Read More

County Non-essential Facilities On Delayed Opening

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

View early this morning of weather conditions along Central Avenue at 15th Street in downtown Los Alamos. Screenshot from MyDrive

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne has ordered a two-hour delay for all non-essential county government facilities today, Jan. 17, due to hazardous weather conditions.

County crews are working to clear major roads and streets according to the FY23 Snow and Ice Control Plan. 

Interested individuals can check conditions of some of the major roadways and intersections in Los Alamos on the MyDrive County webpage (a live streaming video service). Read More

LANL On Delayed Opening Due To Weather Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

LANL News:

Due to weather conditions, Los Alamos National Laboratory is on a delayed opening today, on Jan. 17.

Employees coming on-site should arrive between 10 a.m. and noon.

Those able to telework should do so and charge Regular Time. Those unable to telework should charge Report Pay.

Before leaving for the site, employees should check for updates on the LANL hotline at 505.667.6622 or on the LANLInside Homepage. Read More

Los Alamos Public Schools On 2-Hour Delay Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on January 17, 2023

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools will be on a 2 hour delay today, Jan. 17, due to snow. This delay will give our crews time to make sure parking lots and sidewalks are clear. 

There will be NO morning 3Y classes.

Buses will arrive at their usual stops 2 hours late. School will begin 2 hours late. Please be safe in your travels and watch for possible ice on roadways and sidewalks.

LAPS Inclement Weather Procedures:

Two-hour Delayed Start:

  • Buses will arrive at bus stops two hours later than the usual pickup time.

School start times:

  • Elementary schools – 10:30 a.m.
  • Mid School – 10 a.m.
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