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County Shares Detailed Schedule For Piñon Park Pool

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County staff are excited for the opening of Piñon Park Pool, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 23.

Piñon Park Pool will also be open from 1-5 p.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25.

Staff has shared a more detailed schedule for the 2026 summer season at the facility.

Schedule:

  • Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 
    • 7-9 a.m. –  Lap swim, 6 lanes
    • 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Lap swim, 6 lanes 
  • 2 lanes are reserved for swim teams Monday through Thursday
    • 12 p.m. to  6 p.m. – Open recreation swim
    • 6-7 p.m. –  Lap swim, 6 lanes
  • Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Open recreation swim and 505 swim lessons

There will Read More

Wheeler Endorses Steve Lynne For County Council

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By MIKE WHEELER
Former Los Alamos County Councilor

I have known Steve Lynne for 23 years. Steve was the Los Alamos County Chief Financial Officer during my eight years on the council.

The County’s Finance Department consistently was honored as the best in the state. We came to expect that honor each year. Steve later served as Deputy County Administrator and then as County Manager.

His knowledge, experience, and integrity will lead Los Alamos into the future.

Steve and his family are long-time residents of Los Alamos and have contributed greatly to the community. He always has the community interests Read More

County Invites Community To Historic Preservation Plan Engagement Events

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County is inviting community members to participate in a series of upcoming engagement events for the Los Alamos Historic Preservation Plan focused on the community’s history, architecture, and preservation efforts.

Upcoming events include:

  • Secret Cities Lecture | Thursday, May 28: Architectural curator Martin Moeller will discuss the architecture, planning, and historic significance of Manhattan Project communities including Los Alamos.
  • Historic Walk-Abouts | May 27–29: Small-group guided walks will explore topics including the Manhattan Project,
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Atomic City Transit Extending Service To Summer Concerts Beginning Friday

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ACT is extending bus service to summer concerts beginning Friday through Aug. 28. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The community is invited to ride Atomic City Transit to the Los Alamos Summer Concerts at Ashley Pond all summer.

The 2026 summer concert bus schedule extends service on three fixed routes to allow concert goers to leave their car at home and avoid parking hassles or a long walk to Ashley Pond.

The special bus service hours begin on Friday, May 22, and run through Aug. 28.

Extended schedules for the North Community, North Mesa, and White Rock routes will be available to serve those who want Read More

Izraelevitz: Record-breaking Tenures, Multiple Court Battles, And Other Fun Facts About The Los Alamos Sheriff

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By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Candidate
Los Alamos County Sheriff

Record-breaking Tenures, Multiple Court Battles, And Other Fun Facts About The Los Alamos Sheriff:

My time discussing my campaign for Sheriff with the voters of Los Alamos, along with my own research, has highlighted some common questions and interesting facts about this position. Not all of these tidbits are relevant to your decision-making process regarding the election, but I think they are all curious in one way or another. Los Alamos is special in many ways, and our County Sheriff is no exception!

FACT: Los Alamos holds the record Read More

YMCA Los Alamos Teen Center Expanding Membership To Include Incoming 8th Graders Beginning Aug. 1, 2026

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The YMCA Los Alamos Teen Center at 475 20th St. Courtesy/YMCA

YMCA Los Alamos Teen Center News:

Beginning Aug. 1, the YMCA Los Alamos Teen Center will officially expand membership eligibility to include rising 8th grade students who attend the Los Alamos Public Schools. Homeschooled 8th graders and private school students living in Los Alamos County are also welcome to join.

The change comes after extended discussion and planning between the Teen Center and Los Alamos County, with the goal of helping students build connections earlier, become comfortable in the space before high school, Read More

ACT Extending Friday Bus Service For Summer Concerts

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COUNTY News:

Ride Atomic City Transit to the Los Alamos Summer Concerts at Ashley Pond all summer. The 2026 summer concert bus schedule extends service on three fixed routes to allow concert goers to leave their car at home and avoid parking hassles or a long walk to Ashley Pond. The special bus service hours begin on Friday, May 22, and run through Aug. 28, 2026.

Extended schedules for the North Community, North Mesa, and White Rock routes will be available to serve those who want to ride the bus to and from the summer concerts. The extended Route 4, Route 6, and White Rock fixed routes will circulate Read More