All Santa Fe National Forest Offices To Close Memorial Day
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) District Offices and the Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day.
All offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors all U.S. military who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces, both in times of war and peace.
The long weekend is also the unofficial kick-off of summer and a time to enjoy the forest with family and friends. Whether hiking, fishing, or camping, make sure the experience is positive by staying Read More
County Recognizes 25th Anniversary Of Cerro Grande Fire
Los Alamos Acting Deputy Fire Chief Tim Johnson and Interim Fire Chief Wendy Servey at an event Tuesday, which recognized the 25th anniversary of the Cerro Grande Fire. The event at the Municipal Building, showcased testimonials, newspaper clippings, photographs and other memorabilia about the fire, which started as a controlled burn in May 2000 but turned into a wildfire that burned 47,650 acres, destroyed 239 structures and displaced some 429 families. In addition to remembering past wildfires, Los Alamos County provided information on what it is doing to minimize the risk of potential Read More
Daily Postcard: Robins Hatch Near Los Alamos Reservoir
Daily Postcard: Robins have hatched and appear hungry for breakfast as viewed on Sunday near the Los Alamos Reservoir. Photo by Michael Smith Read More
Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument 11th Anniversary
NEUSTRA TIERRA News:
Happy 11th anniversary to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument! Designated the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks as a national monument under the Antiquities Act of 1906, the proclamation protects significant prehistoric, historic, geologic, and biologic resources of scientific interest, and includes four areas: the Organ Mountains, Desert Peaks, Potrillo Mountains, and Doña Ana Mountains.
We are honored to spotlight some of the experiences from our frontera community, sharing their personal stories and connections to these spaces:
“The family Read More
Digging Up Ancient Astronomy In Desert Southwest June 6
NMDCA News:
ALAMOGORDO — Explore how ancient New Mexico communities aligned with the stars at the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s upcoming Launch Pad Lecture Archaeoastronomy Associations of the Great Kiva at Creekside Village. David Greenwald’s presentation will focus on the Jornada Mogollon agricultural community (A.D. 600-900) and their use of astronomy in daily life.
Excavations have revealed a large, great kiva aligned with the eastern horizon, allowing observation of solstice, equinox sunrises, and other celestial events. “Creekside Village was both a scientific Read More
Fresh Produce And Eggs At Los Alamos Farmers Market
Daily Postcard: Chipmunk On Canyon Rim Trail Cliff
Daily Postcard: A chipmunk scrambles along a Canyon Rim Trail cliff on Wednesday in White Rock. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Daily Postcard: Valle Caldera From Main Park Entrance
Daily Postcard: Valle Caldera National Preserve viewed from main park entrance. Photo by Corey Lycopolus/NPS Read More
New Mexico Environment Department Proposes Clean Fuels Program To Protect Air And Boost Economy
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has proposed a Clean Transportation Fuel Program to the state’s Environmental Improvement Board (EIB).
If approved, New Mexico would become the fourth state in the nation with a clean transportation fuel standard, following Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s signing of House Bill 41 in March 2024.
This innovative market-based program would allow producers, importers, and dispensers of low-carbon fuels to generate and sell credits to those producing high-carbon fuels.
“Under Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s leadership, New Read More
Los Alamos Garden Club Plants Special Rose To Honor Memory Of Bart And Colleen Olinger
Members of the Los Alamos Garden Club, from left, Judy Handy, Carol Whitaker, Barbara Antos, Sue Hansen, Pete Hansen, Arlene Mansfield and Helen Carpenter plant a special rose, ‘Sheila’s Perfume’ on May 17 to honor the memory of longtime Los Alamos residents Bart and Colleen Olinger. Courtesy photo
A closer view of the floribunda rose ‘Sheila’s Perfume’ planted by the Los Alamos Garden Club Saturday, May 17, in the Los Alamos Memorial Rose Garden in honor of Bart and Colleen Olinger. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
A new floribunda rose “Sheila’s Perfume” was provided by Arlene Mansfield and Read More
Daily Postcard: Northern Waterthrush In Local Canyons
Daily Postcard: A Northern Waterthrush was spotted recently, likely passing through the area from Mexico on its way to Alaska. This rare-for-these-parts Waterthrush has been at the confluence of Pueblo and Acid Cayons for a few days. These birds like wet, swampy woodlands where the light is often poor for photography. Photo by Jonathan Dowell/@SnowyEgretPhotograph Read More
New Mexico House Premieres During SXSW 2025, Bringing Los Alamos To Austin
Los Alamos-based UbiQD CEO Hunter McDaniel, center, chats with participants and attendees during SXSW 2025 in March in downtown Austin, at the launch of New Mexico House, a day-long showcase celebrating the state’s innovation, culture, and economic opportunities. Courtesy/NMEDD
- Video: https://youtu.be/C9dO9xSXNyU
NMEDD News:
- With support from UbiQD, LANL, RDC, and other local orgs, the inaugural event connects New Mexico’s film, art, and tech talent with a global audience during the city’s premier tech and culture convergence.
New Mexico made a spirited debut on the global stage Read More
Los Alamos Geological Society: Macro Photo Workshop
Lepidolite with Spodumene from the Harding Mine. Photo by Patrick Rowe
Los Alamos Geological Society News:
Did you ever look at a mineral publication and say to yourself – WOW? For Patrick Rowe, that “wow” is based on two aspects – a world class specimen and a beautiful photograph that captures the color and the unique crystalline features.
The Los Alamos Geological Society will host a special macro photography workshop 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 at the Los Alamos Christian Church, 92 East Road. The workshop is expected to go until approximately 8 p.m. or 8:15 p.m.
A short break will
NMDOT Closing Westbound Lane On Main Hill Today For Road Sealing Operation
COUNTY News:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will close the westbound lane of N.M. 502 today beginning at approximately 10 a.m. to place asphalt sealant on the roadway.
A 3-mile flagging operation will be in place beginning east of the N.M. 4/N.M. 502 interchange at mile marker 7.0 and continue to mile marker 4.5 east of Camino Entrada.
The lane closure is expected to remain in effect until about 4 p.m. today.
Motorists are advised to expect delays and exercise caution when traveling through the area.
Westbound motorists may use the Truck Route to avoid delays.
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Daily Postcard: Sunrise At La Capilla De La Sagrada Familia
Daily Postcard: The blanket of fog and pink sunrise cast La Capilla De La Sagrada Familia (The Chapel of the Holy Family) in an especially beautiful light taken May 12 from State Road 30 on the way to Los Alamos. Photo by Johnnie Martinez
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Bandelier’s Summer Shuttle Service Begins May 19
Bandelier’s free summer shuttle service begins Monday to Frijoles Canyon. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Bandelier National Monument will begin its free summer shuttle service to Frijoles Canyon, Monday, May 19, replacing the earlier announced date of May 14.
The shuttle, provided by Atomic City Transit, runs every 30 minutes starting at 10 a.m. and will board at the Frey Trail parking lot inside Bandelier.
Unlike previous years, the shuttle is not mandatory unless the parking lots in the canyon fill up. There is no charge for riding the shuttle, but all normal entry fees still apply for entering Read More
Webinar Targets Fire Smart Landscaping Noon Thursday
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to join Fire Adapted New Mexico Learning Network’s (FACNM) and Angela Prada, noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, for an informative webinar on fire-resistant plants and commonly found species in New Mexico.
Reducing the wildfire risk around a home doesn’t have to mean removing all vegetation. With the right landscaping strategies, New Mexico residents can help protect their homes while still enjoying beautiful outdoor spaces.
In this webinar, Prada from New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service will explore:
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Key traits of fire-resistant plants
Daily Postcard: Beautiful Peonies Bloom On Aster Street
Daily Postcard: Beautiful pink peonies brighten the front yard of a home Saturday on Aster Street in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Cuba Ranger District: Forest Road 69 Closed For Elk Calving
SFNF News:
SANTA FE – The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) reminds visitors to the Cuba Ranger District that Forest Road (FR) 69 is closed to all motorized vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), now through July 1, 2025.
This closure is in place to protect elk cows during their calving season and provide a safe habitat as they seek areas with cover and forage during May and June. Disturbances, such as motorized traffic and human interaction, can lead to cows aborting or abandoning their Read More
Dark Night This Evening At Spirio Field In White Rock
From Pajarito Astronomers Club:
Los Alamos County Parks, Recreation and Open Space Divisions have partnered with the Pajarito Astronomers Club for the Dark Night program. The community is invited to attend the May Dark Night this evening at Spirio Field, weather permitting. The forecast for tonight is mostly clear. Sunset is 8 p.m., and those gathered will begin observing Jupiter about 8:45 p.m., if it is clear to the west.
Anyone with an interest in stargazing and the chance to look through a telescope is invited to come out to Spirio Soccer Field this evening at Overlook Park in White Rock.
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