Scenes From LAPD’s Promotions & Appointment Ceremony
Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone welcomes and expresses his appreciation to the families, friends and community members who gathered to celebrate the promotions of Cmdr. Benjamin Irving and Sgt. Samantha Terrazas and the appointment of Cpl. Ronaldo Ulibarri, on Thursday morning in the Magistrate Court at the Justice Center. LAPD Command Staff and the Honorable Judge Catherine Taylor listen at left. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Newly promoted Cmdr. Benjamin Irving takes the oath of office as his wife looks on, Thursday morning in the Magistrate Court at the Justice Center. Read More
Pajarito Astronomers’ ‘Dark Night’ March 21 At Overlook
Pajarito Astronomers News:
Los Alamos County Parks, Recreation and Open Space Divisions have partnered up with the Pajarito Astronomers for the Dark Night program.
Anyone with an interest in stargazing and the chance to look through a telescope is invited to come out to Dara Jones Soccer Field early this evening, 21 March, at Overlook Park in White Rock.
Volunteers from the Pajarito Astronomers Club will be present with telescopes starting about 45 minutes after sunset.
This event will be held, weather permitting. Updates will be posted at Pajarito Astronomers on Facebook. Read More
UNM-Los Alamos Approved To Launch Associate Of Arts In Early Childhood Education
A view of the UNM-Los Alamos campus at 4000 University Drive. Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) has received official approval to offer a new Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education, marking an important step in expanding educational opportunities for students and supporting the early childhood workforce in northern New Mexico.
With approval granted by the state and the institution’s governing bodies, UNM‑LA is authorized to move forward with implementation of the program. The new degree is designed to prepare students for careers in early childhood education Read More
New Mexico School For The Arts Percussion Ensemble Presents: ‘Let’s Get Together And Hit Stuff’ April 9
NMSA News:
The New Mexico School for the Arts (NMSA) Percussion Ensemble invites the community to an energetic and wide-ranging evening of percussion music titled “Let’s Get Together and Hit Stuff,” at 6 p.m., Thursday, April 9, in the Zane Bennett Gathering Space at NMSA, 201 Montezuma Ave. in Santa Fe. Admission is free.
The concert features the acclaimed NMSA Percussion Ensemble, recently recognized as the 2026 NMMEA Honor Ensemble and invited to perform at Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque for the New Mexico Music Educators Association All-State Conference—one of the state’s highest honors Read More
Community Invited To Easter Activity At Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints In Los Alamos Meetinghouse
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: News:
The community is invited to the Easter Activity, which begins at 4 p.m. with the last tour beginning at 5:30 p.m., today, March 21, at 1967 18th St. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Los Alamos. Read More
Los Alamos Public Utilities To Host Tour De Sewer!
COUNTY News:
No longer just a pipe dream, the new wastewater treatment facility in White Rock is a state-of-the-art site representing a pipeline of success. The public is invited to plunge into a tour of the site, 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, April 8. The tour is free but space is limited. Tickets are available at ladpu.com/tour.
Officially called the White Rock Water Resource Reclamation Facility (WRRF), the new plant went online in 2024. A decade prior, the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) began flushing out a plan to replace the original White Rock Wastewater Treatment Plant, built Read More
State Urges Residents To Protect Homes Amid Elevated Wildfire Risk Across New Mexico
This home in Boulder, Colo., survived a wildfire with defensible space. Courtesy/Josh Schlossberg Boulder Weekly
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — With New Mexico entering what state officials are calling an exceptionally dry fire season, the state Forestry Division is urging homeowners to take steps to protect their properties and their insurance coverage before fire season peaks this summer.
A historically low winter snowpack is creating dangerous conditions across the state, with dry grass fuels building in the eastern plains and heavy tree fuels accumulating in forested areas.
“We’re heading Read More
National Park Week Aug. 22-28, 2026 Celebrates America’s Story
DOI News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior (DOI) has announced National Park Week will take place Aug. 22–30, celebrating the 110th birthday of the National Park Service and the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Thanks to President Donald J. Trump’s Executive Order 14189, Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday, this weeklong celebration will feature hundreds of programs, family activities and patriotic events across the country under the theme “Celebrate America’s Story”.
Entrance fees will be waived nationwide on Aug. 25 in honor of the National Park Service’s Read More
Los Alamos Youth Activity Center Open House March 25
NMAA Board Of Directors’ Committee To Hold Appeal Hearing
NMAA News:
The New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) Board of Directors’ Committee will hold an Appeal Hearing at 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, via Zoom.
The meeting is open to the public.
The agenda, which includes Zoom login details, is available on the Board of Directors page of the NMAA website at https://www.nmact.org/board-of-directors/. View agenda here: https://www.nmact.org/file/Agenda_032426_BOD.pdf.
About the Board:
The Board is responsible for the fair and uniform application of federal, state and local laws as well as the rules and regulations of the Association in the
Los Alamos Kiwanis Aluminum Collection 9AM-1PM Today!
Kiwanians and Los Alamos High School Key Club members from a previous collection event stand ready today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to collect and recycle aluminum cans in the parking lot of the First United Methodist Church on Diamond Drive, near Sullivan Field. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS Club News:
The Los Alamos Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos is gathering today, March 21, to collect and buy aluminum cans to be sent for recycling.
Collection hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the First United Methodist Church on Diamond Drive, near Sullivan Field.
The entire community is encouraged to bring the Read More
County Council To Hold Regular Session Tuesday March 31
COUNTY News:Bird & Wildlife Photo Gallery & Print Store Launched To Benefit Pajarito Environmental Education Center
Photo of a honey Bee in White Rock from the gallery launched to benefit PEEC. Photo by Richard Skolnik
COMMUNITY News:
White Rock resident Richard Skolnik has launched a photography website and print store to benefit the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC).
The gallery and store at https://www.richardskolnikphotography.com feature photos of birds and wildlife from White Rock, Los Alamos, Phoenix, Iceland, and Costa Rica. Each photo in the store is available in two sizes and on two fine photographic papers. Photos will be printed at White Wall, “one of the finest photo printers Read More
Tourism Dept. Marks 10 Years Of New Mexico True Certified
STATE News:
SANTA FE — In a year of significant milestones, headlined by the Route 66 centennial, the New Mexico Tourism Department has its own milestone to celebrate: the 10th anniversary of the New Mexico True Certified program.
The New Mexico True Certified program was an idea first hatched one decade ago in response to requests from local businesses who expressed interest in presenting their product as authentically “New Mexico True.” The New Mexico True Certified program was thus created as an extension of New Mexico True to allow New Mexico businesses to showcase their products as 100 Read More
Daily Postcard: Eastern Fence Lizard Does Pushups On A Rock At Bandelier National Monument
Daily Postcard: An eastern fence lizard with a blue belly is spotted doing pushups on top of a rock near a trail recently at Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/BNM Read More
Indoor Football, Halfway To Fair Celebration And More To Kick Off Spring At EXPO New Mexico
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE – Expo New Mexico is in full spring swing with a weekend packed with family-friendly events.
Indoor football returns to Tingley Coliseum on Sunday, March 22, as the New Mexico Chupacabras make their debut against the Orlando Pirates. The game kicks off at 2 p.m., with tailgating getting underway at 10:30 a.m. Tickets can be purchased here.
The Treasures of the Earth Expo is also underway at EXPO New Mexico, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 21 and 22. Attendees can expect over 50 dealers selling everything from amethyst cathedrals to Zebra rock, jewelry, supplies, beads, and more. Read More
Spaceport America To Host Second Annual Space Race
Spaceport America News:
LAS CRUCES — Spaceport America, in partnership with New Mexico-based Wanderlust Running, is set to host the second annual Space Race on Saturday, May 9.
Occurring at the world’s first purpose-built commercial spaceport, the Space Race will feature a trio of races, including a 5K, 10K, and 15K. Participants in the 5K and 10K may run or walk their respective courses, while participants in the 15K must run.
Participants and spectators alike are encouraged to join the excitement. Please use the link below to register for one of the races, explore event details, and Read More
Hospice Care Services Available To Los Alamos Residents
Del Corazon Hospice News:
Residents of Los Alamos, White Rock, and surrounding communities are advised that although Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service, Inc. has recently closed, hospice care services remain available through Del Corazon Hospice to support local families.
The Del Corazon Hospice team is committed to providing compassionate, professional hospice care to meet the needs of patients and their loved ones during this important time. Del Corazon Hospice is here to ensure continuity of care and support for the community.
For more information about available services, contact Read More
RPNM Chairwoman Amy Barela On Bomb Threat At Church
RPNM News:
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES — Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) Chairwoman Amy Barela releases official statement on reports of a bomb threat during a church service in Truth or Consequences:
“I am grateful that everyone at New Hope Revival Church’s Truth or Consequences campus is safe following the reported bomb threat during a recent service,” Chairwoman Barela said. “As Chairwoman, I stand proudly for the liberty of all churches and houses of worship in our great state. More must be done to ensure these sacred places are protected in New Mexico, and the rest of the country from threats Read More
FSN’s Spring Clothing & Small Item Swap April 11-17
FSN News:
The biannual FSN Swap is the perfect place to donate the products of your spring cleaning and closet purges (and your children’s never-ending growth) and swap for something else. You do NOT need to donate items in order to “shop.”
Accepted items: gently used SPRING/SUMMER clothing (baby, kids, and adult sizes), seasonal accessories, shoes, toys, books, baby gear, and household items.
- Socks and underwear should be new in packaging only.
- No furniture (e.g. cribs, changing tables) or carseats, please.
What to expect:
- No drop-offs at the door.
- When you arrive,
