5K Fun Run & Walk July 4
NNSA Conducts Rocket-Based Research In Hawaii With ‘HOT SHOT’
Sample of an instrument-carrying rocket designed to take measurements and perform scientific experiments during its sub-orbital flight. Courtesy image
DOE/NNSA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) and Sandia National Laboratories successfully launched a research rocket in May that carried a series of experiments designed to deepen scientific understanding and support the stewardship of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile.
This launch marks the first time NNSA has used scientific instrument-carrying rockets, Read More
Behnke And Davenport Tie For Best Predictor In Weekly Pace Race
Scene from ACRR weekly pace race Tuesday on Burnt Mesa Trail. Courtesy photo 
Scene from ACRR weekly pace race Tuesday on Burnt Mesa Trail.
Courtesy photo
Scene from ACRR weekly pace race Tuesday on Burnt Mesa Trail. Courtesy photoWeekly Fishing Report: June 20
By GEORGE MORSE Join La Vista Church For Three Summer Events
La Vista Church News:- Bring food and get ready to have fun.
- Bring a picture to paint: a pet, a flower, a sunset, etc. RSVP to Joygetha@gmail.com
- Bring a snack to share. Attending numbers are important so RSVP to cjbyerly27@gmail.com.
Bear And Cubs Spotted Playing At Local Residence
A bear and two cubs were spotted playing Sunday afternoon in a yard at 240 Camino Encantado. After playing in another yard nearby, the bear and cubs meandered over to Turquoise and down into the canyon. Photo by Gerry Hale
Photo by Gerry Hale Read More
Tuesday Update: Rains Not Sufficient To Lift Fire Restrictions And Closures In Jemez Mountain Area
Despite recent rain, fires still burn on the Valles Calderas and Stage III restrictions remain in place for the entire Jemez Mountain area. Courtesy/Jerry Carroll
VCNM News:
Fire officials want to stress that the rains received a couple of days ago were not enough to lift the Stage III fire restrictions and closures within the Jemez Mountain area.
It typically takes several rain events before the moisture saturates the ground enough to allow the vegetation to restore its dehydrated system. In others words, imagine spending all day outside doing yard work in the sun and heat, but you only Read More
Jumping In Jubilation: Excitement Over Mexico’s World Cup Goal Triggers Artificial Earthquake
Jumping in jubilation, hundreds of thousands of soccer fans in Mexico shook the ground hard enough Sunday to set off earthquake detectors. Courtesy image
HSNW News:
Hundreds of thousands of Mexican soccer fans, jumping in jubilation on Sunday as the Mexican national soccer team defeated the reigning world champion Germany, shook the ground hard enough to set off earthquake detectors.
The Mexican seismological agency reported that highly sensitive earthquake sensors registered tremors at two sites in Mexico City, within seven seconds after Hirving (Chucky) Lozano, the speedy left-winger,
Community Invited To Spend Night With A Nerd June 21
Summer Solstice Event At Nature Center Planetarium
Celebrate the summer solstice 7 p.m., Friday at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Astrophysicist Dr. Rick Wallace will present a lecture on the tradition, folklore and astronomical significance of the summer solstice, 7 p.m. Friday at the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road.
Astrophysicist Dr. Rick Wallace
Before the lecture in the planetarium, the Los Alamos Folk Dance Club will perform a Polish Solstice dance until 7:15 p.m. outside the nature center. The audience will then gather inside the planetarium to hear from Dr. Wallace, who will lead a discussion and Read More
AGU: Explosive Volcanoes Likely Spawned Mysterious Martian Rock Formation
An isolated hill in the Medusae Fossae Formation. The effect of wind erosion on this hill is evident by its streamlined shape. Courtesy/High Resolution Stereo Camera-European Space AgencyTRU Waste Handling Operations Resume At WIPP
WIPP News:Daily Postcard: Western Area Park
Daily Postcard: An early Sunday morning view of Western Area Park. Photo by Connor Hoch/ladailypost.com Read More
Utility Tree Trimming In Denver Steels
Tree trimming underway this week in Denver Steels. Courtesy photo
DPU News:
Allied Tree Services, under contract with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities, will return to the Los Alamos Denver Steels neighborhood this week to trim trees from around power lines.
Crews will remain in the area for approximately three to four days.
According to DPU officials, the tree trimming effort is to reduce power outages by removing branches and trees that are either too close to power lines or pose a risk of falling on power lines. Trimming trees coupled with an aggressive operation and maintenance Read More
Monday Update: Drying Trend Poses Risk To Firefighting Effort On Valles Caldera National Preserve
VCNP News:
Although the much-needed rain aided the firefighting efforts on the Valles Caldera, it was short lived as a drying trend is predicted for the next week.
With an increase in temperature and lowering of humidity, roads and vegetation are drying, which may contribute to higher fire activity. The fire is still at 495 acres. The interior of the fire perimeter area is still burning and smoldering.
Sunday’s reconnaissance flight indicated multiple spot fires on the northwest perimeter of the fire. Firefighters will continue work today strengthening hand line on the steep and rocky Read More
DOE/NNSA: Radiological Assistance Program Marks 60 Years At Forefront Of Nuclear Response Effort
NNSA Associate Administrator Jay TildenWASHINGTON, D.C. – The Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) marks 60 years of the Radiological Assistance Program (RAP) this month.
The Atomic Energy Commission established RAP June 10, 1958, as the Nation’s primary radiation safety specialists in the event of a radiological incident.
“Since its inception 60 years ago, RAP has been a unique national asset that provides experts in support of public Read More
‘Ignite Los Alamos’ Draws Overflow Crowd
The first ‘Ignite Los Alamos’ event took place at Los Alamos Makers Saturday, June 16. The event drew a full house with overflow outside. A diverse group of 11 speakers took on the challenge and shared their stories, insight and expertise. Teen videographer Sam Crooks recorded the event live. Courtesy/Los Alamos Makers
After the ‘Ignite Los Alamos’ event, LANL engineer Conrad Farnsworth relaxed outside Los Alamos Makers, surrounded by his supporters. Courtesy/Los Alamos Makers
The inaugural ‘Ignite Los Alamos’ event attracted an eclectic group of speakers. Videos will later be Read More
Bear With Cubs Spotted On Camino Encantado
A bear and her two cubs spent time Saturday in the backyard of a home on Camino Encantado in Los Alamos. Photo by Cindy Boone 
Photo by Cindy Boone 
Photo by Cindy Boone Daily Postcard: Stormy Skies Viewed Sunday Morning
Daily Postcard: Stormy sky viewed Sunday morning looking west from the Los Alamos County Airport. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Sunday Update: Rain Provides Relief … Keeps Fire On Valles Caldera At 495 Acres
Rain aides firefighters in keeping blaze at 495 acres overnight on the Valles Caldera. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
VCNP News:
Saturday’s rain aided firefighting efforts and kept the San Antonio Fire at 495 acres on the Valles Caldera National Preserve.
The lightning-caused fire is burning within the northwest area of the Preserve. Fire activity was moderate with spots of creeping flames and smoldering timber. The historic cabin within the fire perimeter and the weather station and natural gas pipeline near the fire remain intact and unaffected by the fire.
The Albuquerque Read More
