County

2026 Primary Election Winners Express Appreciation

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Winners of the 2026 Primary Election are: clockwise from left, Municipal Judge Elizabeth Allen, Los Alamos County Assessor candidate Jeff Casalina, Los Alamos County Council candidate Jason Chappel, incumbent Councilor Theresa Cull, Council candidate David Hampton, incumbent Councilor Melanee Hand, Probate Judge Perry Klare, Council candidate Steven Lynne, Sheriff candidate Antonio Maggiore and Magistrate Judge Catherine Taylor. Courtesy photos

Staff Report

The unofficial results of the 2026 Primary Election are in.

In the locally contested races for Los Alamos County Council Read More

Melanee Hand Says Thank You Los Alamos!

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By MELANEE HAND 
Candidate for Re-election
Los Alamos County Council 

I’m deeply honored by the trust our community has placed in me as the votes were tallied from our primary election for four County Councilor seats. This victory belongs to everyone who believes in practical solutions, improved regional relations, and a strong future for Los Alamos County.

To my supporters, volunteers, friends, and family — thank you for your energy, your conversations, and your belief in this work. And to those who did not support me, I want you to know I am here to continue serving you as well.

I also want to thank Read More

Unofficial Local & State Results For 2026 Primary Election

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State results for Governor in 2026 Primary Election. Screenshot/Los Alamos Daily Post

 

How Los Alamos voted for Governor in 2026 Primary Election. Screenshot/Los Alamos Daily Post

 

State results for Lt. Governor in 2026 Primary Election. Screenshot/Los Alamos Daily Post

 

How Los Alamos voted for Lt. Governor in 2026 Primary Election. Screenshot/Los Alamos Daily Post

 

State results for Secretary of State in 2026 Primary Election. Screenshot/Los Alamos Daily Post

 

How Los Alamos voted for Secretary of State in 2026 Primary Election. Screenshot/Los Alamos Read More

County Resumes Installation Of Fast Chargers At Mesa Public Library Starting June 8

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Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The County Sustainability Office, in partnership with Public Works, is excited to announce that two, new direct-current fast-charging stations are coming to Mesa Public Library. This is the next step in expanding the community’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.

Resuming June 8, 2026, the main vehicle access route and parking lot will be closed until paving activities are completed (by June 30). Community members visiting the library can use the parking lots on the east side of the library near Fuller Lodge. Community members returning books Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: June 5-11, 2026

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PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for June 5-11, 2026:

Friday, June 5, 2026

  • 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 5-19–26
  • 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
  • 5 p.m. — P AC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 6 p.m. — Understanding Homelessness
  • 8 p.m. — LARSO Town Hall Meeting
  • 12 a.m. — Free Speech TV

Saturday, June 6, 2026 Read More

County Asks Drivers To Use Caution During Water Line Replacement Along Los Alamos Airport Starting Monday

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COUNTY News:

Starting Monday, June 8, drivers are asked to use caution as work begins on the replacement of a 14-inch water transmission main along East Road/N.M. 502, across from the airport.

The project is anticipated to be completed by the fall.

Construction will primarily occur south of the east-bound shoulder; however, traffic control measures will be in place east of the Fire Station 6 entrance and at the first curve before the Canyon Rim trailhead. Barrels and concrete barriers will be present on the shoulder in these locations to allow for safe passage of motorists and to facilitate access Read More

Council Candidate Hampton Thanks Community For His Win

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Los Alamos County Council candidate David Hampton addresses his win in the 2026 Primary Election this evening during an interview with the Los Alamos Daily Post at the Municipal Building. ‘I’m thrilled with the results and I thank all of the people in the County for having faith in me and I am looking forward to the General Election.’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Sheriff Candidate Izraelevitz Congratulates Opponent On Win

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Los Alamos County Sheriff candidate David Izraelevitz addressed his loss in the 2026 Primary Election this evening during an interview with the Los Alamos Daily Post at the Municipal Building. Congratulations to Antonio (Maggiore) on his win – it was a good and rigorous discussion on the Sheriff’s Office and this is how democracy works.’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More