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Friends Of History Announce New Historic Walking Tour In Santa Fe: Jewish Diasporas In The New World

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Scott Nadler, the walking tour docent who has developed our newest offering, with a group of tour participants. Courtesy photo

FOH News:

SANTA FE — Friends of History, in association with the New Mexico History Museum, has announced the launch of the Santa Fe’s Jewish Roots Walking Tour. The two-hour experience spans two Jewish Diasporas in the New World, highlights individuals and families who contributed to Santa Fe being a unique economic and cultural center, and features historic landmarks along the mostly outdoor route. 

Tour participants learn about the legendary First Lady of New Read More

Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge Sunday July 5

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Sheriff’s Posse News:

The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast this Sunday, July 5.

The breakfast is served 7-11 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 North Mesa Road, near the North Mesa Stables.

The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes:

  • Pancakes – Banana, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip and Plain;
  • Scrambled eggs;
  • Sausage;
  • Bacon; and
  • Coffee, Tea and Orange Juice.

The price for adults is $10, children 4-10 years of age $5 and those 0-3 are free.

Proceeds this month go to benefit the Young Life of Los Alamos, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Read More

Project Y Robotics Team To Host New Mexico Competition

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Project Y Robotics Team 4153 of Los Alamos. Courtesy photo

Scene of a robotics competition. Courtesy photo

Robotics News:

For years, New Mexico high school robotics teams have traveled hundreds of miles to compete in Texas. Saturday, July 11, Project Y Robotics Team 4153 of Los Alamos is changing that by hosting ABQ RoboRumble, New Mexico’s premier FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC) off-season event at St. Pius X High School in Albuquerque.

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is an international organization that inspires students through competitive robotics. Read More

Los Alamos County Honors 250th Anniversary Of The Signing Of The Declaration Of Independence With Special Proclamation

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Los Alamos County Council Vice Chair Ryn Herrmann, left, presents a proclamation for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to Linda Carol Alt, regent of the Valle Grande Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, during Tuesday’s County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News:

During its regular meeting Tuesday, Los Alamos County Council honored the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a proclamation.

Council Vice Chair Ryn Herrmann read the proclamation: Read More

Stephanie Hatfield To Headline Summer Concert July 3

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Singer Stephanie Hatfield will headline the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy photo

COUNTY News:

Stephanie Hatfield, an independent singer-songwriter and vocal teacher based in Santa Fe will headline the Summer Concert Friday, July 3 at Ashley Pond Park.

Entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m., with Hatfield taking the stage at 7:30 p.m.

Originally from Detroit, her music is an eclectic blend of Indie Rock, Americana, Folk, and Jazz, often informed by her classical training in opera. Hatfield is known for her expansive vocal range and emotionally raw songwriting. She has released Read More

Los Alamos County Council Learns About Efforts To Increase Local Housing

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Clockwise from left, the proposed Coyote Mesa apartment complex on DP Road, Thunderbird and Aspen Studio Apartments on 9th Street and the proposed project on 20th Street that would be apartments and commercial spaces. Courtesy/LAC

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County has firmly made the claim that housing is essential to have a strong economy and a thriving community. Its message is clear: build it and the people will come. As a result, County Council learned about the local government’s efforts to increase housing options during its work session Read More

Los Alamos County Remains In READY Status During Fire Season 

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COUNTY News:

          • Be safe and mindful of fire restrictions this holiday weekend

The Los Alamos County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) would like to remind residents that Los Alamos County remains in the READY stage of the Ready, Set, Go! wildfire preparedness program throughout fire season. Heading into the holiday weekend, citizens are reminded to be mindful of the current fire restrictions and be safe as they celebrate.

McCauley Springs Fire Update

OEM continues to monitor the McCauley Springs Fire. Recent progress has significantly reduced the immediate threat to Los Alamos County. Read More

LANL 2026 Summer Physics Camp Celebrates 10 Years Of Student Curiosity And Creativity

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A Music House: Student Aryl L. Villa of Silver City demonstrates the electronic grand piano in her Santa Fe Opera House model to LANL Director Thom Mason and U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich. Photo by David Moore/LANL

Robotic Hand Meet Your Creator: A robotic hand was created and decorated by 8th grader Hina Sherhata, of Hilo, HI with floral motifs inspired by the legends and volcanic landscapes of the Big Island. Photo by Mark MacInnes/ladailypost.com

Group Shot: Students, mentors, and invited guests celebrate the conclusion of the 10th Annual Summer Physics Camp in Santa Fe. Photo by David Moore/ Read More