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Community Invited To LAHS Military Enlistee Recognition

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LAHS News:

The community is invited to attend the Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Military Enlistee Recognition Ceremony 5-6 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, in the Lower Commons at LAHS.

This special event honors graduating seniors who have committed to military service. The evening will include recognition of enlistees, support from military recruiters, and remarks from guest speaker Mark Davis, a 30-year Navy veteran.

This ceremony is designed to appropriately recognize the commitment these young men and women are making, surrounded by their families, school staff, and community.

Families Read More

LAPD Warns Of More Phone Scams

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LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is warning residents about a recent phone scam in which callers impersonate officers from the Los Alamos Police Department and Deputies from the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Department, falsely claiming that individuals must pay money to clear arrest warrants.

LAPD reminds the community that no law enforcement agency or court will ever contact individuals demanding payment to resolve fines or warrants. If you receive such a call, it is fraudulent.

These types of scams have been increasing in Los Alamos this year, with criminals using various Read More

Wildlife Department Urges Public To Leave Baby Birds Alone

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Public urged to leave baby birds alone. Courtesy/NMDW

New Mexico Department of Wildlife News:

  • Fledglings usually aren’t abandoned, as parents are typically close by

SANTA FE – Spring brings warmer weather across New Mexico, and along with it comes an increase in baby wildlife — and well-meaning members of the public who attempt to help them.

However, it is rare for these young animals to be abandoned, so the New Mexico Department of Wildlife reminds the public to leave them where they are found. Baby birds represent some of the most common young wildlife encounters during the spring, and it is Read More

Reminder: Property Taxes For Second Half Of 2025 Due By May 11

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COUNTY News:

The 2025 second half property taxes are due by 5 p.m. on May 11.

Property owners can make payments in the following ways:

  • In person at the Customer Care Center;
  • In person at Enterprise Bank & Trust;
  • By mail to Los Alamos County, P.O. Box 99, Los Alamos, NM 87544;
  • By dropbox at the Municipal Building; or
  • Online though eNoticesOnline.com, by 3 p.m. on May 11.

To learn more, click here. Read More

Kiwanis Guest Speaker: County Clerk Michael Redondo

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Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo speaking at the April 28 Kiwanis Club meeting. Courtesy/Kiwanis

By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos

The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos heard an interesting and informative presentation by Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo at its April 28 meeting. He covered the changes made in the primary elections, elements of the County Clerk’s responsibilities, and voting timelines.

For the first time, New Mexico will be holding semi-open primaries.

The voter requirements for this type of primary are:

  • Registered Democrats and Republicans must vote their
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YMCA Launches New NFL Flag Football League For Youth This Summer, Registration Open Through May 24

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YMCA News:

The YMCA is excited to announce the launch of its all-new NFL Flag Football League, offering young athletes an engaging and inclusive way to stay active this summer.

The league will feature two age divisions: a coed division for ages 10–12 and a dedicated girls’ division for ages 12–17, creating opportunities for skill development, teamwork, and confidence-building in a fun, non-contact environment. The girls’ division will practice on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at either Urban or Rover, while the 10–12 coed division will practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Read More

DPLAC: Vote In The Democratic Primary This Year

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DPLAC News:

The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County (DPLAC) is excited to invite all registered voters in Los Alamos County to vote in the Democratic Primary this year.

Thanks to New Mexico Senate Bill 16, passed in 2025, New Mexico now has what are called semi-open primaries. This means that Independent and Decline-to-State (DTS) voters can show up to any major party primaries and request the ballot of any major party they choose without changing their party affiliation. 

Other major party voters (Republican) can vote in the Democratic Party Primary if they change their registration by May Read More

Topper Boys Volleyball Wins Both Sets Against Volcano Vista

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The Volcano Vista Boys volleyball teams came to Los Alamos to play the Los Alamos boys volleyball team in matches played in Griffith Gym Tuesday afternoon. The Toppers played the VV JV in two sets and won both. Then the Toppers played two sets against the VV varsity and lost both, but not by much. All the action was very entertaining, and the Toppers held their own against the stronger seasoned team. Pictured: Ewan Arnold goes up for the block of the spike attempt by the VV player in the second set of the JV match. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Samuel Parda playing in the Libero position makes Read More

Elizabeth Meek Selected New Principal At Chamisa Elementary School

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Elizabeth Meek

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools announced that Elizabeth Meek has been selected as the new principal at Chamisa Elementary School. She will be taking over for Craig Washnok who is retiring at the end of the school year.

Meek has been the assistant principal at Chamisa Elementary for the past two years. Prior to coming to Chamisa, she worked as the LAPS assistant director of Student Services.

“I am excited to become the new principal,” she said. “I have enjoyed the last two years as the assistant principal of Chamisa and appreciate the spirit of community that is evident through Read More