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Los Alamos Golf Course Spring Update, Opening Schedule

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COUNTY News:

It has been yet another warm winter, and Los Alamos County staff have been working diligently to maintain the course. The Golf Course Improvement Project management team, Icon Golf Studio, and Mid-America met last week to discuss the status of the course and a timeline for warranty work to be completed this spring, as mentioned in the September Golf Course Update.

Mid-America is scheduled to be on site at the Los Alamos County Golf Course to begin warranty work on March 23, 2026, which is anticipated to last 5 weeks. Work will begin on the back nine, with the front nine open to the public, Read More

Department Of Public Utilities Hosts Speed Engagement Sessions

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Department of Public Utilities (DPU) Water and Energy Conservation Coordinator Abbey Hayward kicks off the first of a series of Speed Engagement Sessions on Monday afternoon at the Municipal Building. The series continued 2:30-4 p.m. today in the White Rock Branch Library and then 4:30-7 p.m. at the White Rock Activity Center. These sessions are part of updating the Water and Energy Conservation Plan (WECP), a required document outlining conservation efforts within DPU services. The Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) sets department goals, but public sentiment helps guide how

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David Izraelevitz Enters Race For Sheriff

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David Izraelevitz, Democrat, files for County Sheriff Tuesday in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Izraelevitz, a former Councilor, said he decided to run for Sheriff because ‘I’ve been away from elected office for a couple of years and this is an opportunity to get involved again. Since this is a limited responsibility in our County and our current Sheriff is not running for re-election, I thought I would take the opportunity to run.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Perry Klare Files To Run For Probate Judge

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Probate Judge Perry Klare files for election Tuesday in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Klare was appointed to fill a vacancy and is now seeking a full term. ‘I enjoy the job,’ he said. ‘I have personal probate experience … so its kind of true to me. I feel it was a rewarding job.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

County Seeking Applications For Art In Public Places Board

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County is now accepting applications from eligible candidates for appointment to one vacant seat on the Art in Public Places (APP) Board. The vacancy is a two-year term, expiring on March 24, 2028.

Interested Los Alamos County residents who do not hold public office and are not employed by the County may submit an online application by visiting the County’s Boards and Commissions webpage and selecting “apply”. Applications will be accepted until the vacancy is filled.

The APP Board integrates art into public spaces, promotes public awareness, and creates visually Read More

Los Alamos County Fire Department And Office Of Emergency Management Launch Community-Wide Wildfire Prevention & Preparedness Campaign

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COUNTY News:

With wildfire season approaching, the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) and County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are launching a community-wide wildfire prevention and preparedness campaign encouraging residents to follow the Ready, Set, Go! wildfire action plan and take steps now to protect their homes and families.

LAFD emphasizes that the community should always be in the “Ready” stage—taking proactive steps long before a wildfire threatens the area.

“Wildfires can move quickly,” said LAFD Wildland Division Chief Van Leimer. “Preparation before fire season Read More

Jeff Casalina Files For County Assessor

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Jeff Casalina, Democrat, files to run for Los Alamos County Assessor Tuesday in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Casalina said he has retired from the Department of Energy and he wanted to do something more. After speaking to current Assessor George Chandler, Casalina decided to run for Assessor. He would bring 20 years of experience as a real estate appraiser to the table. ‘I think experience matters in a job like this,’ he said. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

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Former County Manager Steve Lynne Runs For Council

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Retired Los Alamos County Manager Steve Lynne returns Tuesday to Council Chambers inside the Municipal Building to file for a position on County Council. ‘It’s been two years, I thought it is time to start giving back in a different way,’ he said. Since retiring, Lynne said he joined the Los Alamos Community Foundation, which he said has been a great experience but given his background, Lynne felt he could continue to help out. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More