Los Alamos County Community Services Invites Public To Rededication Of East Park & North Mesa Athletic Courts
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services invites the public to a rededication event celebrating the completion of the East Park and North Mesa Athletic Court Renovation Project. Community members are encouraged to attend and tour the newly improved facilities at both locations.
The rededication will take place at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the North Mesa Pickleball and Tennis Courts at 245 North Mesa Park Road. At 3 p.m., the event will move to the East Park Basketball Court at 300 East Road.
This Parks and Open Space Division project began earlier this year and included the full Read More
Fuselier: What’s In A Name?
By ROBERT FUSELIER
Los Alamos
When we get down to the root of all the names we put on others, the labels that we use in a blind attempt to make our world easier to navigate, we arrive at two options: good or bad.
Good and bad is the basic premise of most of our actions. Good and bad is how our subconscious emotional systems work to keep us surviving: we are programmed to seek out that which helps us survive (good) and avoid that which harms us (bad). No great amount of wisdom is needed here; slugs and worms operate at the same level.
Fortunately, we have two things that can, and I emphasize “can”, allow us to function Read More
Los Alamos Deputy Police Chief James Rodriguez Graduates From Prestigious FBI National Academy
Deputy Chief James Rodriguez finishes the legendary Yellow Brick Road, entering the FBI Training Facility under the blue gate. Courtesy/LAPD
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos DailyPost
caclark@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Deputy Police Chief James Rodriguez has graduated as a member of the 295th session of the FBI National Academy. The graduation took place Sept. 4, at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Va. Deputy Chief Rodriguez is the sixth officer in Los Alamos Police Department history to complete this prestigious leadership program. Nationally, fewer than 1 percent of officers are selected Read More
Business Spotlight: Everlast Recovery And Associates
Linda Krolop
Owner
ER and Associates
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
The love of research and family history drew Los Alamos local provider Linda Krolop into the field of healthcare. In 2020, she opened Everlast Recovery and Associates (ER and Associates) Home Health Care.
“The very best part of my business is when I can research and do something special for my clients to help them with their health and happiness,” Krolop said. “For example, I requested the doctor who my cancer patient was seeing get the CAR-T cell therapy at UNM because I knew a doctor overseas
Operation Lifesaver, Inc. Reminds Public To Stay Off & Away From Train Tracks While Enjoying Halloween, Fall Festivities
OLI News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Many people enjoy fall activities, from football games to hayrides. Children in particular look forward to collecting treats on Halloween. With so much going on this season that brings people outside, Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) reminds everyone to maintain vigilance around tracks and trains and Stay Off! Stay Away! Stay Safe!
With over 140,000 miles of track across the U.S. and more than 200,000 places where roadways cross railroad tracks, it’s likely that people will encounter tracks and trains at some point while participating in fall events.
“We urge Read More
Camp May Road Closed Monday–Friday For Paving Work
COUNTY News:
Fridays have been added to the closure schedule for Camp May Road and Camp May. Already closed Monday through Thursday since April, this additional day has been added so that paving operations can be completed before the snow season. Until further notice, the road and camp area will only be open from 5 p.m. Fridays until midday on Sundays.
Campers, hikers, bikers and other recreators are reminded that this weekday closure includes trailheads feeding onto Camp May Road. Camping at Camp May is limited to Friday and Saturday nights on a first-come, first-served basis. Access to Camp Read More
Wernicke: Make A Difference Locally, Globally With Rotary
Rotary volunteers hard at work. Courtesy photo
By JAMES WERNICKE
Rotary Club
Humanitarian aid initiatives rely on consistent funding, and recent drawdowns have placed an even greater emphasis on organizations like Rotary to maintain that momentum.
The Rotary Club of Los Alamos is calling on our community to join us in supporting humanitarian efforts, locally and globally. We need your support now more than ever.
Purple Pinky
- When: October 24
- Where: Los Alamos elementary schools
- Goal: $5000 – https://www.losalamosgives.org/story/Purplepinky
For decades, Rotary International has Read More
14th Annual Free Prostate Cancer Conference Set For Nov. 1
HEALTHCARE News:
From 8:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 1, four leading medical professionals will speak at the 14th Annual Prostate Cancer Conference, hosted by the Prostate Cancer Support Association of New Mexico (PCSANM). Doors will open at 8 a.m. for the conference at Sandia Preparatory School Theater, 532 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, and virtually.
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in the United States. It affects about one in eight Caucasian men and approximately one in seven African American men during their lifetime.
Founded over 30 years ago, Read More
Community Shows Support For Proposed Bike Park
Sporting his bike helmet, Tuff Riders President Greg Weiss voices his support for the proposed bike park on North Mesa during the Oct. 7 Los Alamos County Council meeting. Screenshot/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A crowd of people, many wearing bike helmets, filed into Los Alamos County Council Chambers Oct. 7, to support the proposed bike park on North Mesa.
Council heard a presentation by Bike Park Working Group members Kyle Dickman and Nathan Maier, who urged pursuing the bike park. The council did not act on the proposal during the meeting.
Parks and Read More
Los Alamos Daily Post Goes Underground To Cover Future Of Nuclear Reporting
The Outrider Nuclear Reporting Summit convened Oct. 9-10 at Titan Ranch near Vilonia, Ark. Photo by Marlene Wilden/ladailypost.com
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com
Beneath the Arkansas plains, in a Cold War-era launch control center once designed to withstand nuclear blasts, a new generation of journalists, scientists and policy experts gathered to confront a different kind of detonation—the collision of nuclear risk and artificial intelligence.
Outrider Foundation’s 2025 Nuclear Reporting Summit at the decommissioned Titan II intercontinental Read More
New Mexicans Encouraged To Review Healthcare Coverage During Medicare Fall Open Enrollment
ALTSD News:
SANTA FE — The state is urging New Mexicans to take charge of their healthcare coverage by making informed choices during this year’s Medicare fall open enrollment.
From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, older adults and people with disabilities can make important changes to their Medicare health and prescription drug plans for the upcoming year.
“Navigating Medicare can feel overwhelming, but no one has to face it alone,” said Emily Kaltenbach, Cabinet Secretary for the Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD). “Our staff are here to provide clear, personalized guidance so that Read More
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents Danish String Quartet Nov. 16
SFPM News:
SANTA FE — The Danish String Quartet returns to the Santa Fe Pro Musica stage with a program featuring works by Igor Stravinsky, Jonny Greenwood, and Ludwig van Beethoven, alongside the ensemble’s own folk-inspired arrangements and original compositions.
Artist Dinner
- 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 16 | Andiamo! Santa Fe
Join us for a three-course meal and wine with members of the Danish String Quartet following the concert. Reservations required. $200 per person.
Featured Artist Bios
The Danish String Quartet formed over 20 years ago when the players were in their teens—”best friends”—playing Read More
NMEDD Officially Designates San Pedro And Lordsburg As “NM MainStreet” Programs
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE — After completing New Mexico MainStreet’s (NMMS) Accelerator Program, Revitalize San Pedro Partnership and Lordsburg Economic Advancement Project (LEAP) are now designated New Mexico MainStreet programs.
The districts completed NMMS’s Accelerator benchmarks under six main goals: organizational development, partnerships and collaborations, communication, outreach and engagement, district promotion, business development and physical improvements.
Revitalize San Pedro and LEAP started the NMMS Accelerator Program in January 2024 after completing Read More
Topper Varsity Boys’ Soccer Wins Match Against Pojoaque
The Toppers get pumped up before their conference match against Pojoaque Valley and won the match by a score of 11-0. The Elks were on match for the powerful Toppers, and the match was shortened by the Mercy Rule at half time. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sammy Brown had a hat trick, 3 goals for the match from 6 shots. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com
James Ilo tries to get the ball past the Elks Golie, Andy Ramierz. James had one goal for the match. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com
Connor Lattimore takes control of the ball and scores a goal. Photo By John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Review, Notice Of Completion Of Off-Site Waste Shipments For Final Disposal Added To Electronic Public Reading Room
LANL News:
New documents have been added to the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room.
All legacy cleanup documents required to be posted after April 30, 2018, are available on the site linked above.
For legacy cleanup documents that were posted prior to April 30, 2018, please visit the LANL electronic public reading room.
- Review, Notice of Completion of Off-Site Waste Shipments for Final Disposal, Activities 3.1.5, 3.1.8, and 3.3.4, Compliance Plan, Site Treatment Plan, Federal Facility Compliance Order Los Alamos National Laboratory [July 31, Aug. 21, 2025]
Local Filmmakers Bring Suspense To The Screen With Jemez: A Murder Mystery Premiere Oct. 24
IHE News:
A new locally produced film is set to premiere at the SALA Event Center Friday, Oct. 24, offering audiences a suspenseful journey into the heart of Northern New Mexico. Jemez: A Murder Mystery, directed by Justina Medina and Celeise Serna, will screen from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., marking a major milestone for the region’s independent film scene.
The film, rated PG-13 and not recommended for children, explores the emotional aftermath of a mysterious death in a tight-knit mountain community. With themes of trauma, secrecy, and legacy, the story unfolds in the rugged terrain of the Jemez Read More
Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board To Meet Oct. 21, 2025
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board will meet noon, Tuesday, Oct. 21, in Council Chambers, at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
The agenda is available online here. There are also printed copies available in Suite 150 at the Municipal Building. Read More
Family YMCA Invites Community To ‘Run To Remember’ At Día de los Muertos 5K
YMCA News:
The Family YMCA of Los Alamos is proud to host its second annual Día de los Muertos 5K beginning at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at the Los Alamos Cooperative Market/Canyon Rim Trail. In honor of this meaningful holiday, the event offers community members a special opportunity to celebrate, remember, and connect through movement, remembrance, and festivity.
Run, Walk, or Jog—All Are Welcome
Whether you prefer to run, walk, or jog this 5K offers a way to remember loved ones who have passed, while supporting the YMCA’s vital youth programming:
- Pre-registration runs from Aug. 18
New Mexico Environment Department Launches Nationwide Holloman Lake Public Health Survey
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is asking anyone who has visited or recreated at Holloman Lake, also known as Raptor Lake, to participate in a survey to determine potential exposure to toxic PFAS in the area from firefighting foams, commonly called AFFF, used at Holloman Air Force Base.
“Our state’s natural beauty attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the world and the Environment Department is committed to safeguarding outdoor recreation for campers, hikers, and hunters,” Environment Secretary James Kenney said. “This survey is one of the first of Read More
Daily Postcard: Pastel Sunset Falls Over Sandia Peak
Daily Postcard: Pastel sunset falls over Sandia Peak, viewed Saturday from Northwest Albuquerque. Photo by Lil Ortega Read More
