Council Proclaims August 2025 ‘Bear Month In Los Alamos’
At Tuesday’s Los Alamos County Council meeting, Councilor Randall Ryti, on behalf of the Council, presents a proclamation to Pajarito Environmental Education Center Executive Director Jillian Rubio, left, and Land of Enchantment Wildlife Foundation Executive Director Nirankar Horak, designating August 2025 as ‘Bear Month in Los Alamos County’. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Aquatic Center Main Pool Open!
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County staff have been working diligently to get the main pool operational. Due to their efforts, the Aquatic Center’s main pool will reopen at 12 p.m., today, Wednesday, July 30, with normal business hours.
As scheduled, the Main Pool and Therapy Pool will be open on Saturday, Aug. 2, and the Leisure Lagoon will be closed for scheduled maintenance through Aug. 24.
For additional information, call 505.662.8170 or email lacrec@lacnm.us. Read More
Nagasaki 80th Anniversary Commemoration Events Aug. 9
Catch Of The Week: Business Email Compromise Phishing
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
What is Business Email Compromise? It’s a kind of phishing attack where cybercriminals impersonate high-ranking individuals, e.g. bosses or CEOs, to trick employees into giving away sensitive information or money. These emails can appear urgent and legitimate, leveraging the victim’s trust in their superiors, and making them really easy to fall for.
I was recently forwarded a good example of this attack by a community member.
On Tue, Jul 22, 2025 at 8:30 AM Linda XXXXXX<president0150150@gmail.com> wrote:
XXXXXX, Read More
Zeke Wilmot Top Predictor In ACRR’s Weekly Pace Race
Courtesy photo
Courtesy photo
ACRR News:
Zeke Wilmot was the top predictor in the weekly pace race held on the trail opposite the Laboratory “S” site on West Jemez Road (State Route # 501). He was 1 second off his predicted time. Other accurate predictors were Eliverio Acosta with a 8 second differential; Catherine Hensley at 9 seconds off as well as the first-place finisher on the 2-mile paved course at 34:54; Paul Geimer recording a 29 second difference; and Holly Walker with daughter Iris Geimer at 36 seconds off.
3-year-old max Davis was the first finisher on the 1-mile trail distance at Read More
Obituary: Donald (Don) Joseph Rokop May 15, 1939 – July 25, 2025
DONALD JOSEPH ROKOP May 15, 1939 – July 25, 2025
Donald (Don) Joseph Rokop, a loving husband and father, passed away at the age of 86, July 25, 2025.
Don was born May 15, 1939, in Aurora, IL to Joseph Rokop and Margaret McLennan Rokop. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics and Mathematics from Lake Forest College in 1961 where he was an All-Conference wrestler. After graduating he accepted a position at Argonne National Laboratory, where he met his future wife, Sue. Their first date was to a White Sox double-header (although he and Sue were both Cub fans!) and a few short months later Read More
Pets Of The Week: Hunny Bun And Whiskey
Hunny Bun is a sugar-dusted sweetheart! This 3-year-old calico is baked to purr-fection, a living swirl of white icing, marmalade drizzle, and inky chocolate flecks, curlied into a sleepy cinnamon bun of love. Gentle as warm shortbread and just as comforting, Hunny Bun is all softness and sweetness. She melts into your arms like butter on toast and lives for cozy companionship, quiet naps, and tender little nose boops. We’re not sure how she feels about other pets, but when it comes to humans, she’s all sugar, no spice. Spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and ready to rise in the warmth of a forever Read More
FBI: Bloomfield, NM, Man Pleads Guilty To Sexual Abuse
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Bloomfield man faces up to life in prison after admitting in federal court to sexually abusing an incapacitated victim.
According to court records, between February 26 and February 27 of 2016, Donovan Pete, 44, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, engaged in and attempted to engage in a sexual act with an incapacitated victim.
Pete pleaded guilty to one count of sexual abuse. At sentencing, Pete faces up to life in prison. Upon his release from prison, Pete will be subject to not less than five years and up to life of supervised release and must register as a sex Read More
Dr. Kurt Steinhaus Gives Presentation On Career Technical Education At Recent Kiwanis Meeting
Dr. Kurt Steinhaus speaking at July 22 Kiwanis meeting. Courtesy photo
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
At the July 22 Kiwanis meeting, Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, former NM Public Education Secretary, gave a presentation on Career Technical Education (CTE). He explained the definition and design principles of CTE, how it is funded, why it is needed, and future goals.
Steinhaus began by mentioning the historic swings in education trends and perceptions. In the past, technical courses, known as vocational education, were widely available and supported in public schools. These courses Read More
Luján Delivers Nearly $45 Million In Federal Investments To Strengthen State Infrastructure, Support Housing Projects
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) announced over $44 million in federal funding secured for New Mexico through the Appropriations Committee’s bipartisan passage of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) Appropriations bill and Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
In both Committee-passed appropriations bills, Sen. Luján successfully secured $44,654,000 for New Mexico projects that strengthen roadways, boost affordable housing, and Read More
Retired NM Courts Administrator Receives National Award
COSCA President Regina deChabert Petersen (left) and Artie Pepin, with the Kenneth P. Palmer Distinguished Service Award. Courtesy/Administrative Office of the Courts
NMSC News:
SANTA FE – A national organization on Tuesday honored Arthur “Artie” Pepin, retired director of the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC).
Pepin received the Kenneth P. Palmer Distinguished Service Award from the Conference of State Court Administrators (COSCA) during a ceremony at its annual meeting in Maine. Pepin retired last year after serving 18 years as AOC director. The AOC supports operations of Read More
Obituary: Linda Carol Doolen March 22, 1947 – July 22, 2025
LINDA CAROL DOOLEN March 22, 1947 – July 22, 2025
Linda Carol Doolen, 78, of Los Alamos, beloved sister, aunt and friend, died the early evening of July 22, 2025, at BeeHive Homes of White Rock, N.M., where she had been since having a severe stroke in March.
Linda was born March 22, 1947, at the hospital in Salem, Illinois. She grew up in Kinmundy, Illinois, the youngest child of Gilbert Lowe Doolen and Mabel Lois Headley Doolen. She had a lifelong love of animals and nature. When she was young, she had a series of pet cats named for characters in popular TV shows. She had cat companions her entire Read More
Lasses And Lads Of Enchantment And The Santa Fe Harmonizers 2025 Show Dates
7th Street Quartet. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
The Lasses and Lads of Enchantment and the Santa Fe Harmonizers are pleased to announce their show dates for 2025. The Santa Fe show will take place at 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17 in Santa Fe, at St. John’s United Methodist Church. The Los Alamos performance will be a matinee at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Los Alamos at United Church.
The Seventh Street Quartet will be their featured guest from Houston, Texas. They were honored as the 2024 Mixed Harmony District Champions of the Southwestern District. You can see them at www.7thStreetQuartet.com Read More
State Police Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across The State In August 2025
NMSP News:
State Police will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols; and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during August 2025.
We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage to make the right decision Read More
Daily Postcard: Hummingbirds Refuel In The Jemez
Daily Postcard: Hummingbirds Tuesday in the Jemez. Photo by Marcela Walker Read More
Nation’s Best Chainsaw Artists Return To Purgatory Aug. 1-3
PURGATORY News:
DURANGO — Purgatory Resort is bringing the nation’s top chainsaw artists to Village Plaza for Carve Wars, a high-energy, three-day chainsaw art competition, Aug. 1-3, 2025. This free, family-friendly event invites guests to experience the sights and sounds of massive wood blocks being transformed into intricate sculptures.
“We’re thrilled to be back at Purgatory Resort for what promises to be our best lineup yet,” Joe Wenal said, founder of Carve Wars and owner of Rocky Mountain Carvers. “There’s nothing like the crowd energy and mountain backdrop in Durango. It’s a highlight Read More
Council Proclaims: ‘Distracted Driving Awareness Month’
Los Alamos County Councilor Suzie Havemann, on behalf of the Council, presents a proclamation designating August 2025 as ‘Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Los Alamos County’ to Los Alamos Chief of Police Dino Sgambellone, left, and Cmdr. Christopher Ross, during the July 29 meeting this evening in Council Chambers. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Atomic City Transit To Adjust Rte. 1 Service Near Entrada/Cooperative Market Effective Monday Aug. 4, 2025
COUNTY News:
Effective Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, Atomic City Transit (ACT) will implement changes to its bus service around the Entrada/Los Alamos Cooperative Market area due to low ridership.
This adjustment is part of ACT’s commitment to optimize service and ensure resources are allocated effectively to serve the needs of the majority of riders.
Specifically, the Route 1 (Downtown) service will operate once an hour at bus stops 570 and 571 at the Los Alamos Cooperative Market and Holiday Inn area. Service to these stops will be provided at :16 after the hour with the first at 7:16 a.m. and the last Read More
Western Colorado University Hosts Northern New Mexico College Students For Trades Culture Bootcamp
NNMC Bootcamp crew with spruce branch on gazebo. Courtesy/NNMC
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Four Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) students got the opportunity to practice the skills they have been learning in Northern’s Electrical Technology program as well as new construction techniques at a Trades Culture Bootcamp crafted specifically for NNMC trades students. Western Colorado University (WCU) hosted Luka Torrez, George Lopez, Mario Perez and Edwardo Martinez for the inaugural trades camp in Gunnison, Colo., in June 2025, where they helped build a solar powered gazebo that will let WCU Read More
New Documents Added To Electronic Public Reading Room
LANL News:
The following documents have been added to the Los Alamos National Laboratory Electronic Reading Room.
The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
- Settlement Agreement and Stipulated Final Order HWB-14-20, Annual Report for Period Ending July 22, 2025 (EPA ID# NM0890010515)
- Monthly Notification of Groundwater Data Reviewed in July 2025
https://ext.em-la.doe.gov/GovFTPFiles/api/GetFiles/GetFile?fileName=EMID-703875_EMLA-25-BF289-2-1_July_2025_mnthly_GW_072425.pdf - Withdrawal
