Scenes From 2026 Los Alamos Arts And Crafts Fair
Scene from the 2026 Arts and Crafts Fair hosted by the Los Alamos Arts Council today on the lawn at Fuller Lodge. The event drew more than 100 vendors from across the region. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Young visitors Alexander Wong and Vincent Wong enjoy cotton candy at the 2026 Arts and Crafts Fair hosted by the Los Alamos Arts Council today on the lawn at Fuller Lodge. Vincent Wong is shown here offering the photographer a bit of his cotton candy. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from the 2026 Arts and Crafts Fair hosted by the Los Alamos Arts Council today on the lawn at Fuller Read More
DPU Crews Repair Power Outage Affecting Entire Townsite
COUNTY News:
Following an overnight power outage on Friday, the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) reported at 8 a.m. today, May 9, that power had been restored to all areas of the townsite.
DPU reported that as of 9:40 p.m. Friday, standby crews were called and dispatched to determine the extent of the power outage, which affected the entire townsite.
There were reports of a possible transformer blowing out in the area of Trinity Drive and Timber Ridge, and the DPU reported that crews headed there first.
The exact cause of the power outage has not yet been announced.
Unitarian Church Of Los Alamos Selects Settled Minister
Unitarian Church congregants select Rev. Tina DeYoe to become their minister. Courtesy photo
By BILL PRIEDHORSKY
Unitarian Church
Sunday, May 3 was the milestone in the history of the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos. The congregation voted to invite Rev. Tina DeYoe, their minister pro tem since 2024, into fellowship with the congregation as their settled minister. Though the vote took just a few minutes, it was preceded by months of careful discernment, as the congregation considered who they were and what they wanted to become.
The discernment process revealed a church that was confident Read More
Inaugural Co-op Summer Showcase Kicks Off May 15
COMMUNITY News:
The Inaugural Co-op Summer Showcase opens at 6 p.m. Friday, May 15, with local rock band Baggage Claim. All concerts will be held at Co-op Park adjacent to the Los Alamos Schools Credit Union at 1010 Central Ave.
This free concert series offers music from local musicians at an outside venue as opening acts for the main Friday summer concert series.
This is a true community concert series that features only local musicians. The purpose of this series is to build community spirit and to raise awareness for a new non-profit organization that will bring local music events such as this Read More
Public Snaps Up Original Flooring At Oppenheimer House
A long line of people showed up this morning for a piece of history. The Oppenheimer House on Bathtub Row is undergoing renovations, and the Los Alamos Historical Society gave away pieces of the original flooring to the public. The event was scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today; however, the flooring was gone by about 10:30 this morning. Courtesy photo Read More
Heinrich And Luján Request Answers About U.S. And Israeli Military’s Adherence To International Law In The Middle East
U.S. SENATE News:
U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and nine Senate Democrats in requesting answers from U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) regarding Israel’s practice of unilaterally declared mass evacuation orders in Lebanon and Iran, which likely contravene international law, in light of assertions from Israeli officials that American and Israeli forces are coordinating on military targeting actions in the current conflict in the Middle East.
The letter comes ahead of congressional testimony by CENTCOM Commander Read More
SALA Event Center Celebrates Business Recognition, Honors Key Team Member, Announces Beer & Wine Service
SALA received the 2026 ‘Small Service Business of the Year’ and a nomination for Family-Friendly Business of the Year from the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce. Courtesy/SALA
SALA News:
SALA Los Alamos Event Center owner Allan Saenz welcomed community members to a special presentation on Wednesday evening at SALA, where he shared several important announcements celebrating SALA’s growth, team, and continued service to the Los Alamos community.
Saenz announced that SALA was recognized by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce as the 2026 “Small Service Business of the Year”. SALA was also nominated Read More
Amateur Naturalist: Understanding Trends In Bird Populations
By ROBERT DRYJA
Los Alamos
National new sources report that bird populations are decreasing. Steps therefore need to be taken to correct this trend. However a joke from statistics comes to mind. “If you have your foot in a bucket of ice water and your hand on a hot stove, you feel fine on the average.” There can be similar variations among bird species while the overall pattern is important. Data collected over 10 years at a bird feeder presents local patterns.
Forty five different species have come to a backyard bird feeder over the past 10 years. The great majority have made only occasional visits Read More
Local Equestrians Host Horse And Bicycle Safety Clinic
Scene from the bicycle and equestrian safety clinic held in the parking lot at Brewer Arena. Courtesy photo
Scene from the bicycle and equestrian safety clinic held in the parking lot at Brewer Arena. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
Cathy Miller, the equestrian liaison for the Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board’s bicycle working group, with Peggy Dare, recently hosted a safety clinic for the youngest members of the Tuff Riders bicycle group and their parents in the parking lot at the Brewer Arena.
The clinic promoted safety on the trails, particularly for bicyclists to know what a frightened Read More
PAC 8 Summer Classes For 3rd-9th Graders Begin June 2
PAC 8’s summer video and drone classes for 3rd through 9th graders start June 2. Courtesy/PAC 8
Scene from a previous PAC 8 summer video class. Courtesy/PAC 8
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8’s summer video classes for 3rd through 9th graders start June 2. This year is an exciting one with drone flying and videography, 2-D and 3-D stop motion animation, GoPros, special effects, camera techniques, green screen, lighting, editing, music production and more.
The classes provide a creative outlet for kids and a fun way for them to express themselves. The classes provide students with technical and artistic skills Read More
Roadwork To Resume On I-40 East Of Gallup
NMDOT News:
GALLUP — The second phase of the $34.5 million roadway reconstruction project on I-40, east of Gallup, will resume on May 11.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District Six, along with FNF Construction, Inc. (Contractor) will be rebuilding two 12-foot driving lanes with 12-foot inside and outside shoulders on I-40 eastbound and westbound.
There will be two lanes open to traffic in each direction during the project and speed will be reduced to 65 miles per hour in the work zone. The work hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
This second phase of construction Read More
Daily Postcard: Hiking Trail Along Stream At Valles Caldera
Daily Postcard: View of a hiking trail along a stream Friday at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy/VCNP Read More
Sunday Forum: Compassionate Care For Animals With Speaker Kate Baldwin Of Española Humane
COMMUNITY News:
The public is invited to attend the Second Sunday Forum at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos at 1738 North Sage St. The Second Sunday Forum program endeavors to educate the public about issues that affect the community and to provide opportunities for exploration.
The Forum starts at 12 p.m., Sunday, May 10.
The speaker is Kate Baldwin, Executive Director of Española Humane. Española Humane is working to build a more compassionate community by caring for both animals and the people who love them. Grounded in the values of empathy and collaboration, the talk will explore how expanded Read More
University Of New Mexico Receives Largest Gift In Its History
UNM received the largest philanthropic gift from an individual or couple in its 135-year history. Courtesy/UCAM
UNM New:
The University of New Mexico has received the largest philanthropic gift from an individual or couple in its 135-year history. A $30 million commitment from Gail and Jim Ellis will transform the University’s business school, expand access and opportunity for students, and strengthen New Mexico’s economic future for generations to come.
In recognition of the gift, the Anderson School of Management—which has shaped the business education of New Mexico students since Read More
McQuiston: Protecting Homes From NM Spring Winds
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Spring in New Mexico often brings beautiful weather, warmer afternoons, and unfortunately, some of the strongest winds of the year. In places like Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Los Alamos, and across northern New Mexico, gusty conditions can arrive quickly and create unexpected damage to homes and property.
Many homeowners think of hail, fire, or snow as major risks, but spring winds can quietly cause expensive problems that are easy to overlook until something breaks, leaks, or blows away.
Here are a few smart ways homeowners Read More
NMDOT With Federal Highway Administration Is Conducting Alignment Study Of NM 4 With Public Meeting May 13
- Improve safety for all roadway users;
- Enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion during peak travel times;
- Increase accessibility for all users;
- Upgrade pavement conditions; and
- Improve drainage and stormwater management.
SF Airport Expansion Brings Los Alamos Closer To World
Fly Santa Fe News:
The Santa Fe Regional Airport recently reached a major milestone in its multi-year modernization plan. With Phase I of the terminal expansion complete, the airport now offers a modern alternative to the 200-mile round trip to the Albuquerque Sunport.
For the scientists, engineers, and professionals at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)—for whom time is a valuable commodity—a closer commercial hub means more efficient travel, while facilitating the high-level collaboration and federal oversight essential to the county’s national mission.
Beyond its professional Read More
LAAC To Host Spring Arts & Crafts Fair Saturday
LAAC News:
The Arts & Crafts Fair is back this weekend and the community is invited to join the Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) and more than 100 vendors from all over the region, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Fuller Lodge. Pick up a gift for mothers, beat the rush for graduation gifts, or just come out to support independent artisans.
LAAC is welcoming new artists alongside old favorites, ranging in medium from food to jewelry to woodworking.
If shoppers don’t see what they need at the fair, the gallery shop will also be open this week: noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, open only by appointment on Thursday,
New Mexico Supreme Court Rules On Legal Test For Calculating Credit For Presentence Confinement
COURT News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court has rejected a challenge to a decades-old legal test for determining whether a defendant serving a sentence in one case should receive a presentence confinement credit in another related case.
In a unanimous opinion written by Chief Justice Julie J. Vargas, the Court concluded that Hezekiah Eaker was entitled to a one-day credit against his sentence for a child sex crime rather than 881 days as he argued he should have received.
Parole officers found child sexual abuse material on Eakers phone in March 2019. He was taken into custody for parole Read More
Law Enforcement Torch Run 2026 Merchandise Available
LAPD News:
The 2026 Special Olympics Torch Run will take place on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Participants will be running from the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) to Buffalo Thunder in support of Special Olympics New Mexico.
To help support the 2026 Special Olympics Torch Run by purchasing a Torch Run shirt or hat, or make a donation, please contact LAPD Det. Cindy Garcia at 505.709.5781. Read More
