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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
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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

NMDOT With Federal Highway Administration Is Conducting Alignment Study Of NM 4 With Public Meeting May 13

COUNTY News:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration, is conducting an Alignment Study of N.M. 4 from Rover Boulevard to the N.M. 502 interchange in Santa Fe County.
The N.M. 4 Alignment Study aims to:
  • 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.
The community is invited to attend a public meeting to share feedback on this study, 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday,
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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,

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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

Family YMCA To Host Senior Appreciation Night May 23


LAHS seniors are invited to celebrate a night dedicated just for them at this year’s Senior Appreciation Night, taking place at 6 p.m., May 23, starting at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/YMCA

YMCA Operations Director George Marsden. Courtesy/YMCA

YMCA News:

Los Alamos High School seniors are invited to celebrate a night dedicated just for them at this year’s Senior Appreciation Night, taking place at 6 p.m., May 23, starting at Fuller Lodge.

This special event is designed to honor graduating seniors with an evening full of fun, community, and celebration. Attendees can enjoy activities throughout Read More