Bee City Los Alamos Encourages Community To Welcome In Pollinators With Two Upcoming Events At The Garden
Scene from the Pollinator Demonstration Garden next to the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladialypost.com
Scene from the Pollinator Demonstration Garden next to the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladialypost.com
BCLA News:
With the help of many volunteers and dedicated advisory committee members, Bee City Los Alamos (BCLA) has been working diligently all summer. The 2025 Backyard Pollinator Garden Project welcomed applicants in June, and in July BCLA handed out more than 700 native plants to 45 residents in White Rock and Los Read More
Daily Postcard: Cooper’s Hawk Perches At Nature Center
Daily Postcard: A juvenile Cooper’s Hawk perches on a railing Wednesday outside the Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by Jonathan Dowell, Ph.D./SnowyEgretPhotography
Another view of the juvenile Cooper’s Hawk perched on a railing Wednesday outside the Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by Jonathan Dowell, Ph.D./SnowyEgretPhotography Read More
Praying Mantis Pays Late Summer Visit To White Rock
A praying mantis pays a late summer visit to a flower garden Thursday in White Rock. Photo by Joyce Wolff Read More
U.S. Senators Heinrich And Luján Announce Legislation To Protect New Mexico Workers From Extreme Heat
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As temperatures climbed to historic levels once again this summer, U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), announced legislation that would implement workplace heat stress protections in New Mexico and nationwide.
“Every day, thousands of New Mexicans work to maintain our grid, build our roads, care for our favorite open spaces, farm the land, and do countless other jobs under the heat of the sun — work we all rely on to make our communities function. These folks deserve our respect. And with temperatures hitting higher than ever Read More
Don’t Just Recycle, Recreate! Learn To Paint On Plastic Trash Sept. 6
Paint on plastic image. Workshop 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 6 at SALA. Photo by Kes Luchini
COMMUNITY News:
The public is invited to attend a free drop-in Creative Reuse Art workshop, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 6 at the SALA Los Alamos Event Center.
Painting on plastic is more than just a fun activity – it’s a new way of thinking about art. Let’s rethink what “waste” really means and create beauty out of waste. Whether you’re comfortable with a paintbrush or you’d rather just use your fingers, everyone is welcome to try their hand at this Creative Reuse Workshop. This is an opportunity to create Read More
Daily Postcard: Yearling Bear In Upper Water Canyon
Daily Postcard: This yearling bear has been hanging out in Upper Water Canyon for a week now. The long hair on its back is being shed and will be replaced by winter. Photo by Michael Smith
Another view of the yearling bear spotted hanging out in Upper Water Canyon. Photo by Michael Smith Read More
New Mexico And Texas Reach Settlement Agreements In Decade-Long Rio Grande Water Dispute
U.S. SUPREME COURT News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico, Texas, Colorado and the United States today filed a package of settlement agreements with the Special Master in the U.S. Supreme Court case Texas v New Mexico and Colorado and requested dismissal of the case.
The agreements, drafted with participation from relevant irrigation districts in New Mexico and Texas, resolve over a decade of interstate litigation and allow the states and their water users to move forward in implementing sustainable long-term compliance with the Rio Grande Compact and water resources management practices in the Lower Read More
Multiple Roads On Santa Fe National Forest Damaged Following Recent Storms
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — Multiple roads on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) were damaged and washed out following severe storms. Shaun Sanchez, Forest Supervisor, stated, “Our engineers and road crew are assessing road damage, prioritizing areas with emergency access needs, and working to repair roads leading up to the Labor Day weekend. With increased traffic over the holiday, we ask that the public exercise extreme caution when driving through the forest.”
According to the National Weather Service, there is a heightened risk of river and stream flooding during storm events forecast Read More
New Mexico State Land Office Proposes New Rule To Harness Geothermal Potential
NMSLO News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico State Land Office will hold a public rulemaking hearing on a new, proposed geothermal rule to align with recent legislative changes and modernize and improve the agency’s process for issuing geothermal leases. The hearing will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, in Morgan Hall at the State Land Office building in Santa Fe located at 310 Old Santa Fe Trail.
The purpose of the hearing is to gather feedback and receive public comments on a proposed replacement of the agency’s rule for developing geothermal resources (19.2.7 NMAC). The rule is expected Read More
PEEC Invites Girl Scouts To Earn Badges Through Nature Adventures This Fall
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is excited to host a pair of engaging programs this fall for Girl Scouts to connect with the natural world and earn badges through hands-on adventures. Programs take place at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road.
Daisy Girl Scout: Animal Observer
1–2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025
Calling all Daisies! Scouts in grades K–1 are invited to earn their Animal Observer badge during an afternoon of discovery with a PEEC educator. Activities include games, hands-on exploration, and a special meet-and-greet with one of PEEC’s Read More
Daily Postcard: Tarantula Marches In Pajarito Acres
Daily Postcard: Male tarantulas, such as this one crossing the road Thursday in Pajarito Acres, leave their burrows to search for females. This mass migration is often called the “tarantula March”. It typically starts in September and runs through October, depending on the weather. Female tarantulas typically stay close to their burrows and use pheromones to attract a mate. Photo by Shari Mills Read More
County: Feeding Wildlife Vs. Seasonal Foraging
COUNTY News:
Feeding wildlife is very different than allowing wildlife to forage for seasonal, natural foods, and is almost always detrimental to the animals, the environment, and human safety.
Dangers of feeding wildlife
- Health problems for animals range seasonally to adapt to different foods. Feeding nutrient-dense food during winter, for instance, can disrupt these changes and sicken the animal.
- Behavioral changes
- Loss of natural foraging skills: Animals that become dependent on human food handouts may lose the skills needed to find food on their own, making it harder for them
State Environmental Department Opens Funding Opportunity For Brackish Water Projects
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department and the Office of the State Engineer are offering millions of dollars in funding opportunities to those looking to develop brackish water projects in New Mexico as part of the Strategic Water Supply Program.
Counties, municipalities, political subdivisions, state agencies, and state institutions of higher education, are all eligible to submit grant proposals for innovative projects focused on exploring, producing, or treating brackish water in the state. Proposals may include constructing brackish water treatment facilities, Read More
Laguna Wildfire Weekly Update: Aug. 28
SFNF News:
Acres: 17,415
Start Date: 6/25/2025
Containment: 90%
Location: Located in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of New Mexico State Road 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.
Personnel: 5
Resources:1 engine
Fuels: Oak brush, ponderosa pine, Piñon-juniper
Highlights: Updates will be provided once a week, unless significant activity or changes occur. The next Laguna Wildfire Weekly Update will be provided Tuesday Sept. 2, 2025.
Over the weekend the fire area received ¾ of an inch of rain. No smoke has been visible for the last two days.
The wildfire remains within Read More
New Mexico Bureau Of Geology Names 2025 Earth Science Achievement Award Recipient
NMT News:
SOCORRO, NM — The New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources (NMBGMR) at New Mexico Tech will present the 2025 Earth Science Achievement Award for Research and Education to University of New Mexico Emeritus Professor Dr. Les McFadden. An influential geoscientist and dedicated teacher, McFadden will receive the award Sept. 18 at the New Mexico Geological Society’s annual Fall Field Conference in Cuba, New Mexico.
During a career spanning almost four decades—all spent in New Mexico—McFadden’s research has increased our understanding of the soils, climates (past, present, Read More
Daily Postcard: Pedernal Mesa Obscured By Thunderstorm
Daily Postcard: An intense thunderstorm near Abiquiu obscured Pedernal Mesa from view Tuesday evening. Photo by Amy Dixon Read More
Fencing To Be Installed Around Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Health Research Laboratory
LANL News:
Los Alamos National Laboratory’s (LANL) Health Research Laboratory (HRL) complex, adjacent to Los Alamos Medical Center on Diamond Drive, is being emptied for pre-demolition preparation activities. Fencing around the perimeter of the complex is expected to be installed in the next couple of months.
Most of the parking used by hospital staff and patients between the medical center and HRL will remain open and may continue to be used. Parking will be reassessed for safety prior to construction mobilization. A gate will be installed under the Los Alamos Canyon (Omega) Bridge to prevent Read More
Daily Postcard: View Of Valle Grande From Pedestrian Access At Valles Caldera National Preserve’s Main Entrance
Daily Postcard: View from the pedestrian access Friday at Valles Caldera National Preserve’s main entrance, overlooking Valle Grande. When do Valles Caldera’s summer hours end? From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend each year, Valles Caldera National Preserve observes summer hours. During this time, the main entrance is open to vehicular traffic 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, Valles Caldera will return to its regular hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. As a reminder, the park is open to pedestrian and bicycle/e-bike traffic from dawn to dusk every day of the year. For Read More
Los Luceros Historic Site To Host Dawn ‘til Dusk Event
Department Of Cultural Affairs News:
The community is invited to enjoy the changing season at Los Luceros Historic Site during Dawn ‘Til Dusk Day on the first Sunday of each month.
Sundays, Sept. 7, Oct. 5, and Nov. 2.
Admission for New Mexico residents is free.
Details:
- What: Dawn ‘Til Dusk days offer extended hours to explore the exhibits, historic buildings, nature trails, and farm animals at Los Luceros. Visitors can take a guided bird walk with staff from the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) at 7:00 a.m. Sign-up ahead of time online at peecnature.org/events/. At 10:30 a.m.
