Explore Ancient Astronomy At PEEC’s Planetarium: Getting Oriented With Chaco Canyon Nov. 14
Community invited to discover how the Ancestral Puebloans incorporated the cycles of the Sun and Moon into the architecture of Chaco Canyon during the Getting Oriented with Chaco Canyon planetarium program, Nov. 14 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Discover how the Ancestral Puebloans incorporated the cycles of the Sun and Moon into the architecture of Chaco Canyon during the Getting Oriented with Chaco Canyon planetarium program at the Los Alamos Nature Center from 7-8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 14.
This immersive, full-dome planetarium experience allows participants Read More
Contract Awarded For Critical Raw Water Pumping Plant On Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project’s San Juan Lateral In Northwest New Mexico
USDOI News:
FARMINGTON, N.M. — The Bureau of Reclamation announced today a nearly $62 million contract award to Ames Federal Contracting Group, LLC for the construction of the San Juan Lateral Pumping Plant No. 1 in northwest New Mexico. The plant is a critical component of the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project, which will pump water from the Project’s Frank Chee Willetto Reservoir to the San Juan Lateral Water Treatment Plant.
Once completed, along with the other components of the San Juan Lateral’s raw water system, the plant will help convey stored water from the San Juan River in Frank Chee Read More
Daily Postcard: Glow Of An Autumn Evening In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Late day autumn glow Thursday evening on Ft. Union Ave. in White Rock. Photo by Annmarie Thomas Read More
Discover Subtle Beauty Of Local Plants On PEEC’s Shrub & Tree ID Walk With Plant Expert Craig Martin Nov. 15
The community is invited to join PEEC and plant expert Craig Martin to explore the subtle beauty of Northern New Mexico’s shrubs and trees in their autumn and early winter forms, 1-3 Nov. 15. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Take a leisurely stroll with the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and plant expert Craig Martin to explore the subtle beauty of Northern New Mexico’s shrubs and trees in their autumn and early winter forms. The Shrub and Tree ID Walk is 1-3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15. Admission is free, and participants of all ages and experience levels are welcome.
Even without spring leaves Read More
More Scenes From Wednesdays Beaver Supermoon
The full moon shines Wednesday over White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Another view of the full moon shining Wednesday over White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Another view of the full moon shining Wednesday over White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Greater Roadrunner Pauses On Pueblo Canyon Rim Trail
A Greater Roadrunner pauses for a photo on the Pueblo Canyon Rim Trail on Wednesday. Photo by Marc Bailey Read More
State Parks Reminds Veterans To Apply For Lifetime Pass
NMSP News:
SANTA FE — In recognition of Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, the State Parks Division reminds New Mexico resident veterans to apply for their lifetime veterans pass.
With the signing of House Bill 161, which went into effect on July 1, the State Parks Division partnered with the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (NMDVS) to implement this new benefit for New Mexico veterans.
The new lifetime pass gives veterans with verified New Mexico residency free access to state parks, including unlimited day use and camping in areas managed by the State Parks Division of the Energy, Read More
Daily Postcard: Beaver Supermoon Rises Over Valley
The Beaver Supermoon rising above Los Alamos Wednesday evening, seen from the Quemazon Trail. Photo by Lauren Hughes Read More
Game & Fish Department Invites Students In Grades K-12 To Take Part New Mexico Fish Art Contest
Submission by Steven Ju (Grade 7-9 Division, Georgia). Courtesy photo
NMGF News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico students in grades K-12 are invited to take part in the Art of Conservation New Mexico Fish Art Contest, sponsored by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish in conjunction with Wildlife Forever.
Fish are an integral part of New Mexico’s diverse ecosystems, providing vital support to local biodiversity and contributing to the health of rivers, lakes and streams. From the prized native trout of the Rio Grande to the colorful bass that inhabit the state’s reservoir, fish play an essential role Read More
PEEC: Community Invited To Journey To The Edge Of The Solar System With NASA’s IMAP Mission Nov. 21
Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Explore the frontier where the solar system meets the galaxy at the Los Alamos Nature Center during Exploring the Interstellar Boundary with NASA’s New IMAP Mission, 7-8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21.
The Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP), launched in September 2025, is studying the heliosphere, a protective bubble carved out by the solar wind that shields Earth from galactic cosmic radiation. At the edge of this bubble lies the interstellar boundary, where the solar system ends and the galaxy begins. This mission will help scientists better understand Read More
Daily Postcard: Sunshine Highlights European Starling
Daily Postcard: Autumn sunshine highlights a European Starling’s iridescent feathers as it dines on the berries of Virginia creeper on Saturday in North Community. The European Starling is dark with iridescent green and purple during spring and summer. In the fall, the new feathers grow cream colored tips that give them their spots. Source: All About Birds https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/European_Starling/id. Photo by Marc Bailey Read More
Enforcement Watch Alert: 175 Enforcement Actions Initiated & 45 Actions Resolved In October
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department is highlighting the ongoing success of its Enforcement Watch initiative, a transparency-focused program that provides the public with consistent and timely information about the Department’s enforcement actions across environmental protection, public health, and worker safety programs.
By making enforcement data accessible, Enforcement Watch reinforces NMED’s commitment to New Mexico residents for accountability and regulatory compliance statewide.
Launched in May 2023, Enforcement Watch shares monthly updates Read More
Biggest, Brightest Full Moon Of 2025 Viewed Early This Evening From Eastern Area
The biggest, brightest full moon of the year viewed early this evening from Eastern Area. Photo by Ron Roybal Read More
Scenes Around White Rock On Halloween Night
Scene of a home decorated on Halloween night in White Rock. Photo by Fred Jones
Scene of a home decorated on Halloween night in White Rock. Photo by Fred Jones
Scene of a home decorated on Halloween night in White Rock. Photo by Fred Jones
Scene of a home decorated on Halloween night in White Rock. Photo by Fred Jones
Scene of a home decorated on Halloween night in White Rock. Photo by Fred Jones
Scene of a home decorated on Halloween night in White Rock. Photo by Fred Jones
Scene of a home decorated on Halloween night in White Rock. Photo by Fred Jones Read More
Experience The Magic Of The Night On PEEC’s ‘5 Senses’ Hike, Free Guided Evening Adventure Nov. 7
Courtesy photo
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to step into the darkness and explore nature in a new way during its Night Hike – 5 Senses from 6–7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7, 2025.
This guided hike through Acid Canyon will encourage participants to discover how their senses adjust to the night. A PEEC educator will lead hands-on activities along the trail, offering a fun, family-friendly way to experience the sights, sounds, smells, and textures of the canyon after dark.
Participants should meet outside the Los Alamos Nature Center (2600 Canyon Read More
Daily Postcard: Peaceful Pastel Sunset Over White Rock
Daily Postcard: Peaceful pastel sunset over White Rock Monday evening. Photo by Nancy Hibbs Read More
County: Water Repair Prompts West Road Closure
COUNTY News:
West Road from Diamond Drive to Fairway Drive will be closed to traffic in both directions 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday while water distribution crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) repair a large water leak.
During that time, West Road will be closed to semi-trucks between Fairway Drive and N.M. 502. Anyone else wishing to drive on that portion of West Road will need to detour through Western Area using Trinity Drive, 43rd Street, and Fairway Drive to access it.
At this time, DPU’s crews do not expect this repair to require any water disruptions for the properties Read More
Governor Leads U.S. Delegation To U.N. Climate Change Conference In Brazil
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, co-chair of the U.S. Climate Alliance, will lead a U.S. delegation of more than 100 local leaders to the U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP30) and the COP30 Local Leaders Forum in Brazil in November.
Gov. Lujan Grisham will be joined by U.S. Climate Alliance Co-Chair Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers, America Is All In Managing Co-Chair Gina McCarthy, and Climate Mayors Chair Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego.
The delegation, organized by America Is All In, Climate Mayors, and the U.S. Climate Alliance, will showcase how cities and states are sustaining Read More
Wallace: Nuclear Weapons Testing
By TERRY WALLACE
Colorado
(Former LANL Director)
On December 18, 1970, a nuclear weapons test was conducted in an underground shaft at the Nevada Test Site. The test, code-named Baneberry, was detonated at a depth of about 900 feet. Baneberry was a relatively small weapons test and was conducted at Yucca Flats (a large playa) in alluvial soil derived from surrounding deposits of volcanic tuff. Within the alluvium, there were intermittent seams of montmorillonite clay that were saturated with water. The drill hole was filled with a concrete plug and sorted materials; the procedure for plugging Read More
Daily Postcard: Beautiful Tree In All Its Autumn Glory
Daily Postcard: A beautiful tree stands tall in all its autumn glory on Sunday afternoon at the corner of Canyon Road and East Road. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
