Visitor Spending For Manhattan Project National Historical Park Contributes $5.4 Million Across Three Communities
The three Manhattan Project NHPs, from left, Hanford, Los Alamos, and Oak Ridge. Courtesy/NPS
NPS News:
DENVER – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows Manhattan Project National Historical Park had a total of 74,693 recreation visits across its three park units in 2024.
These visits led to a total of approximately $5.4 million in visitor spending in local communities parkwide.
The numbers per site are as follows:
- Hanford, Wash. – 19,644 visits; $773,000 in visitor spending;
- Los Alamos, N.M. – 25,538 visits; $1.8 million in visitor spending; and
- Oak Ridge, Tenn. – 29,511 visits; $2.8
Switch Replacement Requires Outage On North Mesa Oct. 7
COUNTY News:
Many North Mesa residents will be without electricity during the business day on Tuesday, Oct. 7, as Electric Distribution Division crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) conduct necessary work on the electrical system.
Properties from the Broadview neighborhood east to the end of the mesa are all within the area that will be without electricity for the day.
DPU’s linemen will replace a failed electrical switch on San Ildefonso east of Broadview. Two other aging switches along San Ildefonso will be upgraded to safer, new configurations. Those switches Read More
New Grant To Strengthen New Mexico’s Creative Economy
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE — Organizations that support creative industries across New Mexico now have access to new grant funding of up to $62,500 designed to strengthen the state’s growing creative economy.
The new Creative Support Organization Grant, offered through the New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Creative Industries Division (CID), targets organizations that serve as anchors for the creative sector by providing technical assistance, business incubation, workforce development, ecosystem and network building, and strategies to expand creative industry Read More
Historic Preservation Conference Kicks Off Oct. 3
NMHPD News:
The New Mexico Historic Preservation Division reminds you there’s still time to register for the three-day Historic Preservation Conference in Las Vegas, the first event of its kind in more than a decade. Oct. 3–5, learn from New Mexico’s preservation experts about projects going on around the state and in your own backyard.
Taking place on New Mexico Highlands University’s scenic Las Vegas campus, this conference, Viva Vegas 25, will touch on aspects of historic preservation including sustainability, affordable housing, gentrification, cultural preservation, preservation Read More
New Mexico STABLE Program Celebrates Record-Breaking Growth, National Recognition
NMSTO News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico State Treasurer’s Achieving a Better Life Experience (NM STABLE) program is proud to announce a year of significant growth and a prestigious public service advocacy award from Disability Pride New Mexico. These milestones underscore the program’s commitment to improving the financial well-being and independence of New Mexicans living with disabilities.
As of June 2025, the number of NM STABLE accounts opened has grown from 1,860 (June 2024) to 2,175, a substantial increase that has propelled the program to rank fourth in the nation out Read More
ENMU Presents “The Giver” State Adaptation Oct. 2–4
ENMU News:
ENMU’s Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking is proud to present Lois Lowry’s “The Giver,” adapted for the stage by Eric Coble.
“The Giver” is an adaptation of the famous Newbery Award-winning book of the same name by Lois Lowry. The beloved story is that of Jonas, a twelve-year-old boy who lives in what seems to be a perfect society whose life changes when he is selected as the community’s receiver, the one person in the entire community who holds the memories of all human history. With the help of his mentor, the Giver, Jonas must come to terms with what he thought was his home and Read More
NM Junior Foodies Review: Bien Shur
Bien Shur Executive Chef Sean Staggs with a New Mexico junior foodie. Photo by Becky Rutherford
By BECKY RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
Bien Shur is a fine dining restaurant and rooftop lounge located on the 9th floor of the Sandia Resort & Casino in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is known for its sophisticated atmosphere, elegant American and French-inspired cuisine, extensive wine selection, and breathtaking panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains and the Albuquerque skyline, especially at sunset.
The restaurant is a popular choice for special occasions, offering an upscale experience with Read More
Teen Movie Nights Feature Horror Films This October
JJAB News:
Get ready for horrific Teen Movie Nights this October!
- Oct. 4 – The Grudge
- Oct. 11 – Five Nights at Freddy’s
- Oct. 18 – A Quiet Place
- Oct. 25 – Insidious
DEA Targets CJNG Operations, Seizing A Million Counterfeit Pills And 77,000 Kilograms Of Their Drugs In Five Days
DEA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Monday, the Drug Enforcement Administration announced the results of a week-long operational surge aimed at dismantling the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of the most violent and prolific drug trafficking organizations in the world.
Designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in February by the Trump Administration, CJNG is a significant threat to public safety, public health, and national security. CJNG is responsible for flooding the United States with deadly fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin to fuel addiction, overdoses, Read More
FBI: Two Zuni Men Sentenced For Armed Assault
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Two Zuni men were sentenced to 33 months in prison each for a violent armed assault involving four victims.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, April 8, 2023, Kamron Kallestewa, 25, and Kaden Panteah, 20, both enrolled members of the Zuni Pueblo, assaulted four individuals at a residence on the Pueblo using firearms. Kallestewa hit two victims in the head and face with his weapon and pointed it at two of the victims. Panteah, meanwhile, aimed and fired his weapon toward the victims.
Upon their release from prison, Kallestewa will Read More
Lodger’s Tax Advisory Board’s Kevin Holsapple Expresses Concerns To County Council Ahead Of Tonight’s Consideration Of Multi-Year Tourism Marketing Agreement
By KEVIN HOLSAPPLE
Member
Lodger Tax Advisory Board
Dear Councilors,
Here are comments and questions that I request that you address concerning agenda item AGR1163-25 on tonight’s agenda (multi-year tourism marketing agreement).
- As an LTAB member, I have had very limited exposure or opportunity to provide input into the agreement or selection of the contractor. This is contrary to my understanding of the advisory purpose of the LTAB as detailed in our work plan. If Lodger Tax funds are used to fund any part of the contract, please be aware that the LTAB has not reviewed the agreement nor had any
Spooky Scenes Popping Up Around White Rock
Spooky scenes are popping up in White Rock, including this one of a creepy rocker spotted in a yard on Grand Canyon Drive. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Another creepy guy spotted in a yard on Grand Canyon Drive in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
This tall skeleton maneuvers across a fence filled with pumpkins and squash at a home on Grand Canyon Drive. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Taos Volunteer Parent-Educator Receives Hands-On Aviation Experience In Civil Air Patrol Teacher Orientation Program
NMCAP News:
TAOS — Mindy Jones, a local volunteer parent-educator with Taos Charter School, got a bird’s-eye view of northern New Mexico last Sunday, Sept. 21, when she took part in an orientation flight over Taos and southern Colorado with the local Taos Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol.
The flight, part of Civil Air Patrol’s Teacher Orientation Program (TOP), was piloted by CAP Maj. Blair Bouchier, a mission pilot with the squadron. The program gives educators a first-hand experience in applied aviation that they can take back into their classrooms to inspire students in science, technology, Read More
All-Electric School Bus Pilot Program Gearing Up For Las Vegas Public Schools, Santa Fe Charter
Electric school busses to be used in Las Vegas and Santa Fe. Courtesy/NMEDD
NMEDD News:
SANTE FE — GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (“GreenPower”) and the New Mexico Economic Development Department have announced the launching of the New Mexico All-Electric, Purpose-Built, Zero-Emission School Bus Pilot Project at two Las Vegas public schools and a Santa Fe charter school.
GreenPower (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: GPV), a leading manufacturer and distributor of all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit Read More
Duplicate Bridge In Los Alamos: Sept. 22, 2005
BRIDGE News:
Winners of last week’s games were Cliff Rudy (twice), Michelle Rudy and Jerry Fleming. Bill Dorin from Fort Collins, a long time Los Alamos resident and former member of our bridge club, checked in and asked if there were players he would remember. It turned out there are a few.
Today’s hand is very distributional in the North and East seats, so it’s likely that most auctions will get fairly high fairly fast. That’s exactly what happened in our game.
This is board #16. East is the dealer and E/W are vulnerable.
East opens the bidding with 1♦. With two touching Read More
Heinrich Tours Student Health Clinic, Convenes Roundtable, & Hosts Press Conference To Highlight Impacts Of Trump’s Health Care & Inflation Crisis In New Mexico
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) hosts a press conference to highlight how Trump’s health care and inflation crisis is harming New Mexicans, Sept. 26, 2025. Courtesy photo
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) hosted three events in Las Cruces to highlight how Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans’ health care and inflation crisis is harming New Mexico families by putting health care out of reach and skyrocketing the cost of living.
Heinrich’s events underscored the threat of a looming Republican government shutdown, which is becoming more likely Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Oct. 3-9, 2025
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Oct. 3-9, 2025:
Friday, Oct. 3, 2025
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 9-30–25
- 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce – New Mexico State Representative Christine Chandler
- 7 p.m. — PAC
On The Job In Los Alamos: Workers Prepare To Repair And Replace Loose Tile On Muni Building
On the job in Los Alamos, workers set up scaffolding on the exterior of the Municipal Building Monday in preparation for repairing or replacing loose tile. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: Sept. 30, 2025
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
Kokanee salmon snagging season opens Wednesday at Navajo Lake, El Vado Lake and Eagle Nest Lake.
Kokanee are a landlocked species of sockeye salmon that spend their entire lives in freshwater and do not migrate to the ocean. Like other species of Pacific salmon, they live for 3-4 years, then spawn. After spawning, they die.
In order to make use of the salmon, a special snagging season is established to allow anglers a chance to harvest the fish before they die using nontraditional methods. The most common way of catching them is by snagging. Read More
NMMNHS Announces Enormous New Duck-Billed Dinosaur Species Identified In Northwest New Mexico
Rendering of Ahshiselsaurus, a new species of theropod dinosaur discovered in the San Juan Basin. Courtesy/NMMNHS
NMMNHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE – A team of researchers, including a pair of paleontologists from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS), has identified a massive new species of duck-billed dinosaur in the rocks of northwestern New Mexico.
This newly discovered dinosaur, which researchers named Ahshiselsaurus wimani, lived around 75 million years ago and may have weighed more than nine tons.
“Discoveries like this remind us that science truly is a community,” Read More
