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County Announces Modified Holiday Hours For July 3-4

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Scene from 2025 Fourth of July drone show at Ashley Pond. Photo by Cathy Bottoms 

COUNTY News:

In observance of our 250th Independence Day, Los Alamos County government offices will join other federal, state, and local governments and close Friday, July 3. 

While the County’s administrative offices, Atomic City Transit fixed bus routes, and the Environmental Services division are closed on Friday, the following facilities will be open or have modified hours during the holiday weekend:

  • Atomic City Transit – No fixed bus routes or Dial-a-Ride service will be available. Regular services will
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Community Invited To Take Survey #2 Regarding Comprehensive Plan Update

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County invites residents, business owners, community partners, and members of the local workforce to participate in the Plan Los Alamos Community Survey. The survey builds on vision scenarios developed from the initial Comprehensive Plan survey results and is open through July 11. The survey is part of the County’s 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update and will help guide future decisions related to land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and economic development.

Community members are encouraged to share their input by completing the survey online at lacnm.com/CompPlanSurvey Read More

County Invites Community To Engagement Session On Mesa Trail Improvements June 24

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County invites community members to attend the second community engagement session for the Los Alamos Mesa Trail Rehabilitation Project at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, at Fuller Lodge.

This initiative focuses on creating a safer, more accessible, and welcoming trail experience for users of all abilities. The project will rehabilitate approximately 2,500 linear feet of the Los Alamos Mesa Trail to bring it into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG). Planned improvements include Read More

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition At Fuller Lodge June 25

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Scene from a previous Jigsaw Puzzle Competition at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County is back with another Jigsaw Puzzle Competition.

Sign up below for the individual competition to face off against other individual puzzlers for the chance to be crowned the Individual Champion.

Details:

  • Date: Thursday, June 25;
  • Time: 6-7:30 p.m.;
  • Location: Fuller Lodge;
  • Audience: Adults; and
  • Categories: Adults.

Registration is required. There are no seats available, but a waiting list is available. Read More

County: When And How To Scare A Bear 

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Mama black bear with her cub. Courtesy photo

COUNTY News:

With bear activity in the community, residents should be aware of when and how to safely scare a bear.

YES — If the bear is anywhere it should not be: eating garbage, bird seed or pet food; near a vehicle, building, chicken coop or garden. 

NO — If hazing the bear would chase it into people, dogs, a busy road or another unsafe situation. 

NO — If the bear is in a natural area where bears belong. 

NO — If the bear is running away or up a tree. 

NO — If the bear is a cub. You could easily injure the cub and cause the mother to react defensively. 

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Scenes From Friday Summer Concert With Fungi Mungle

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The Los Alamos Hillstompers perform the National Anthem to open the Summer Concert sponsored by Waterstone Mortgage the Jason Pike Team Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Sancre Productions and Los Alamos County host the Summer Concert Series. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene of headliner Fungi Mungle performing at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Fungi Mungle is a cover band based in El Paso, Texas and known for their giant 70s-style afros, retro costumes, and high-energy performances, they play a mix of classic funk, disco, and danceable rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

More Scenes Of Mosaic Mural Installation At Justice Center

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Maggie Lyon and Joey Cruz assist artist J Muzacz during the installation of a tile mosaic on the exterior wall of the Los Alamos Justice Center on June 12, 2026 at 2500 Trinity Drive. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com            

Scene from the installation of a tile mosaic on the exterior wall of the Los Alamos Justice Center on June 12, 2026 at 2500 Trinity Drive. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Scene from the installation of a tile mosaic on the exterior wall of the Los Alamos Justice Center on June 12, 2026 at 2500 Trinity Drive. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com                                                                           

Scene
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UPDATE: NM 4 Closed Truck Route Has Reopened

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Traffic Alert:

UPDATE: LOS ALAMOS COUNTY NM 4 Road closure has ended. Please drive safely.

Due to a motor vehicle accident on N.M. 4, the Los Alamos Police Department has closed the road between East Jemez Road (Truck Route) and Rover Boulevard.

Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route.

The closure is anticipated to last two hours. A follow-up message will be published when the road has been re-opened.

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