Family YMCA YESCorps Enriching Summer 2025
YMCA News:
The YMCA’s YESCorps had a fun summer where middle school students received a dynamic and enriching experience through a variety of hands-on activities, from hiking and rock climbing to horseback riding, self-defense training, and CPR certification.
“Fun Friday” activities were filled with laser tag, swimming, horseback riding, SALA gaming and movie watching and hangouts at the Los Alamos Teen Center. Designed to build confidence, teamwork, and practical skills, YESCorps empowers youth to explore new interests and grow both personally and socially in Read More
Daily Postcard: Bighorn Sheep Gather At Red Dot Trailhead
Daily Postcard: A small herd of bighorn sheep with three babies gathers Wednesday at the Red Dot Trailhead in White Rock. Photo by Laura Fife
Another view of a small herd of bighorn sheep with three babies Wednesday at the Red Dot Trailhead in White Rock. Photo by Laura Fife
Another view of a small herd of bighorn sheep with three babies Wednesday at the Red Dot Trailhead in White Rock. Photo by Laura Fife Read More
Council Approves New EV Chargers At Municipal Building
Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities Manager Philo Shelton, right, checks out one of the EV chargers in 2024 at the Municipal Building. Council unanimously approved to purchase and install three new EV chargers at the Municipal Building during its July 8 meeting. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council has approved purchasing and constructing new electric vehicle (EV) chargers; this approval is a bit of a milestone since the chargers are the first in the County’s EV expansion project to be installed.
The purchase Read More
Embrace Early Morning Light, Birding, And Activities At Dawn ‘Til Dusk Event At Los Luceros Historic Site
Courtesy/NMDCA
Courtesy/NMDCA
NMDCA News:
Los Luceros Historic Site hosts its Dawn ‘Til Dusk Day on the first Sunday of each month, offering visitors a full day of exploration, nature, and culture.
Enjoy the cool morning and evening breezes during extended Dawn ‘Til Dusk hours at Los Luceros. Take a guided bird walk with staff from the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) at 7 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 3. Sign-up ahead of time online at https://peecnature.org/events/details/?id=57544.
At 1 p.m. Interpretive Ranger Kara will offer Read with a Ranger story time, reading the children’s Read More
Daily Postcard: Monarch Butterfly Pollinates Goldenrod Flowers
Daily Postcard: Monarch Butterfly feeds on nectar from Goldenrod flowers. Goldenrod (Solidago spp)
blooms in mid to late summer. Found from the piñon-juniper woodland and higher elevations. Many species that are difficult to tell apart. Courtesy/Bandalier National Monument Read More
New LANL-Funded Study Shows Plants React Differently To Drought Than Expected
Juniper trees are an example of an anisohydric species in New Mexico. Courtesy photo
LANL News:
A new study published by Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists shows that increased water availability can make some types of plants significantly less responsive to subsequent drought conditions than previously thought. The research was published in Nature.
“This was one of those surprise findings that you encounter by accident while looking for an answer to another problem,” Turin Dickman said, scientist at Los Alamos and corresponding author of the study. “By putting the pieces together Read More
Register Now For Pajarito Mountain Run 10K Aug. 16
PAJARITO News:
High Alpine New Mexico Trail Running is the best! This Grassroots Trail Run looks to showcase some high-altitude trails, perfect for escaping the summer heat and the opportunity to support the areas wonderful resorts.
Race Headquarters
We invite you join us for the weekend at Pajarito Mountain and the town of Los Alamos. This venue is perfect for spending time outdoors, enjoying the beautiful natural landscapes of the River Grande Valley and the numerous outdoor recreation opportunities.
From the Stone Age to the Atomic Age, Los Alamos has a history of discovery. Pajarito Mountain Read More
Governor Secures Additional Federal Flooding Assistance
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The state of New Mexico today announced that the federal government has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for New Mexico communities damaged by flooding, unlocking federal funds to support response and recovery efforts in Lincoln County.
“This federal declaration delivers the action we sought for a community that has shown incredible resilience through repeated disasters.” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. “The people of Lincoln County deserve every resource we can provide, and we will continue working until every family and business in New Mexico Read More
County Update On Aquatic Center Hours Through July 29
The Aquatic Center’s main pool is closed until 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, after a scheduled in-service training. For the remainder of the week, the Therapy Pool opens at 7 a.m. and Leisure Lagoon opens at 8 a.m. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Due to issues caused by the July 22 power outage in the Western Area, the Aquatic Center’s main pool will be closed until 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, after a scheduled in-service training.
However, for the remainder of the week, the Therapy Pool will open at 7 a.m. and Leisure Lagoon will open at 8 a.m.
Additionally, the Therapy Pool and the Leisure Lagoon will be open 9 a.m. Read More
Beautiful Flowers Adorn Garden Of Home In White Rock
Beautiful flowers fill the garden of this home on Bryce Avenue in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández Seeks Answers From U.S. Forest Service On Laguna Wildfire Mismanagement
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández:
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Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) sent a letter to U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz demanding answers about the agency’s decision-making and response to the devastating Laguna Wildfire that continues to burn across Rio Arriba County.
In the letter, Leger Fernández makes clear that this fire is not just about acres burned. It’s about trust burned. It’s about the lives and legacies of the people of Rio Read More
Daily Postcard: Bee Busy Pollinating Flowers In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Colorful bee is busy Tuesday pollinating flowers in White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs
Swallowtail butterfly enjoying an echinacea flower Tuesday in White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs Read More
Bureau Of Land Management New Mexico State Office Now Accepting Nominations For Geothermal Development
BLM News:
SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office is now accepting nominations of lands for competitive geothermal leasing for the next geothermal lease sale that is tentatively scheduled for March 2026.
All nominations must be received by Sept. 25, 2025.
Geothermal energy is a renewable resource that generates baseload electricity with minimal carbon emissions. It is an abundant resource, especially in the West, where the BLM has authority to manage geothermal resource leasing, exploration, and development on approximately 245 million surface acres of public Read More
Aquatic Center Main Pool Closed For Power Outage Issues
COUNTY News:
Due to issues caused by this afternoon’s power outage, the Aquatic Center’s main pool will be closed for the remainder of the week.
The Therapy Pool and the Leisure Lagoon are open for the remainder of today, July 22.
Additionally, for the remainder of the week:
- Therapy Pool opens at 7 a.m.; and
- Leisure Lagoon opens at 8 a.m.
Direct questions to 505.663.8170 or email lacrec@lacnm.us. Read More
Power Restored To Western Area After Lightning Strike
COUNTY News:
Power has been restored to the Western Area after a lightning-related incident occurred at about 12:50 p.m. today. Standby electric linemen from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities responded to the power outage and by 2 p.m. had restored the electric power.
If power is still out in individual homes, Deputy Utility Manager – Electric Distribution Stephen Marez suggested that residents check their breaker switches before calling to report an outage. Lightning storms can often cause surges that trigger the breaker.
Direct questions or concerns about this work to the Read More
Power Outage Underway In Western Area
Map of the areas affected by today’s power outage in the Western Area. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Standby electric linemen from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities are responding to a power outage in the Western Area of the townsite.
They are hoping to restore power within the hour. The cause has not yet been determined.
Direct questions or concerns about this work to the Los Alamos County Customer Care Center at 505.662.8333 (during work hours) or CustomerCare@lacnm.us. Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Update On Opening Status
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Golf Course was opened for play on the front nine this past week, and this morning, July 22, staff evaluated the course for any problem areas and the overall status of the course for additional play.
While staff confirmed that the front nine is still good for play, and thanked the golfing community for taking care of the course and filling in their divots, they feel that it is also beneficial for the course to rest for a few days between open days.
Therefore, the Los Alamos County Golf Course will have the schedule as follows:
- Tee times for July 25, 26, 27 can be made online
Doe And Twins Graze In Yard Near 40th Street
A doe and her twins graze in a yard Monday near 40th Street. Photo by Delbert Romero/ladailypost.com
Another view of a doe and her twins grazing in a yard Monday near 40th Street. Photo by Delbert Romero/ladailypost.com
Another view of a doe and her twins grazing in a yard Monday near 40th Street. Photo by Delbert Romero/ladailypost.com Read More
Daily Postcard: Awe-Inspiring Clouds Grace Sunday Sky
Daily Postcard: Awe-inspiring clouds grace the sky Sunday near Pojoaque. Photo by Michael Smith
Beautiful gray and white clouds swoop and swirl Sunday near Pojoaque. Photo by Michael Smith
Another incredible cloud. Photo by Michael Smith
Beautiful clouds in the sky Sunday near Pojoaque. Photo by Michael Smith Read More
Mexican Wolf Located North Of I-40 In Northwest New Mexico
Example of a Mexican wolf. Courtesy/wikipedia
Game and Fish News:
SANTA FE – A male Mexican wolf (M3065) has been documented crossing out of the Mexican Wolf Experimental Population Area (MWEPA) north of Interstate 40 in New Mexico.
The wolf is affixed with a radio collar, which is transmitting its location. He was documented crossing the I-40 boundary west of Albuquerque late last week. His last location was near Mount Taylor.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish are monitoring the wolf’s movements.
Note: Mexican wolves that move outside the MWEPA, Read More
