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Sidewalk Work To Begin On Trinity & Oppenheimer Monday

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Map depicting location where crews will begin mobilizing equipment to remove the sidewalk at the northwest intersection of Trinity Drive and Oppenheimer Drive on Monday, June 15. Courtesy/LAC 

COUNTY News:

Crews will begin mobilizing equipment to remove the sidewalk at the northwest intersection of Trinity Drive and Oppenheimer Drive on Monday, June 15, in preparation for the installation of electric conduit later in June.

The Department of Public Utilities awarded the Trinity Primary Electric Replacement Project contract to Dub-L-EE.

Pedestrians and drivers are asked to use caution Read More

Los Alamos County Government Offices To Close June 19 In Observance Of Juneteenth

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COUNTY News:

In observance of Juneteenth, Los Alamos County government offices will join other federal, state, and local governments and close on Friday, June 19.

Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Recognizing and observing this holiday provides an important opportunity for all to reflect on and celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans throughout history.

While the County’s administrative offices, Atomic City Transit fixed bus routes, and the Environmental Services division Read More

2026 Northern New Mexico Royalty Court Crowned

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The 2026 Northern New Mexico Fair & Rodeo Royalty Court Queen Jewel Jaramillo, Princess Annaka Preston, Sweetheart Jennifer Miera and Jr. Sweetheart Gaia Jakulewicz. Courtesy/LAC

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County held the 4th Annual Northern New Mexico Fair & Rodeo Royalty Court Competition on May 16.

The competition had seven registrants: two for Jr. Sweetheart, one for Sweetheart, one for Princess, and three for Queen. Each contestant gave a formal speech before a panel of judges and spectators; each contestant had a personal interview with the judges and competed Read More

Los Alamos County Council Honors Special Olympians

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Los Alamos County Council recognized Special Olympians during its regular meeting Tuesday night for their participation in the May 9 Jemez Mountain Trail Runs. From left, Special Olympics New Mexico Board of Directors member Adam Trubow, Special Olympian Bella Sieberg, Special Olympian Ben Blewett, Jemez Mountain Trail Runs volunteer Laura Musgrave, Special Olympics New Mexico Board of Directors member Art Montoya and County Councilor Suzie. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

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At its meeting Tuesday night, Los Alamos County Council recognized two Special Olympians,
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County Council Votes Down Proposed Gas Rate Increase

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By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Department of Public Utilities (DPU) customers will not see, at least for the time being, an increase in their gas rates.

The proposed rate increase, which the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) recommended, was voted down 4-3 during the regular Los Alamos County Council meeting Tuesday night. Councilor David Reagor, Councilor Melanee Hand, Vice Chair Ryn Herrman and Council Chair Randall Ryti voted against the new rate while Councilors Beverly Neal-Clinton, Theresa Cull and Suzie Havemann voted in favor.

According to agenda Read More

Camp May Road Closed For Phase 3 Of Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project

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COUNTY News:

Beginning June 15, the entirety of Camp May Road, Camp May, and adjacent trails will be closed from Monday through Thursday, until the end of the Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project, anticipated in December. The roadway will remain open Friday through Sunday for recreational access at the ski hill.

The road closure is necessary to allow the contractor Dub-L-EE, LLC the safety, the security and the space to complete the project on time.

Phase 3 includes the construction of four water booster stations and running cables for the new underground fiber and electric distribution Read More

Glitter P!NK To Headline Friday Night Summer Concert

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SANCRE Productions News:

Sancre Productions, the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series and Los Alamos County Community Services Department present the Summer Concert featuring Glitter P!NK at 6:30 p.m., Friday, June 12 at Ashley Pond Park.

This high-energy, 90-minute nonstop production recreates the intensity, emotion, and spectacle of P!NK’s world-class performances, leaving audiences on their feet from start to finish.

Led by a powerhouse vocalist and a 5-member band of elite musicians and performers, the stage explodes with energy, chemistry, and showmanship that fills every inch Read More

County Shares 4th Of July Spectacular 2026 Schedule

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Scene from the 4th of July Drone Show Spectacular in 2025. This year’s event will be held on Dara Jones Soccer Field at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News:

The 4th of July is right around the corner, and Los Alamos County is gearing up for the big event! The 4th of July Spectacular will be held 4-10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4th at Overlook Park in White Rock.

The day of entertainment begins at 4 p.m. with Syzygy, followed at 5 p.m. by Radio Blast. 

Headliner Matchbox Twenty Too – A Matchbox Twenty Tribute band, will take the stage at 7 p.m. to bring the house down Read More

Lynne: My Sincere Thanks To The Los Alamos Community

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By STEVEN LYNNE
Candidate for County Council

Dear Los Alamos Community,

I wanted to extend my sincere thanks to the entire Los Alamos community. I recently returned from a week in Florida with my wife and daughters for our family reunion. As we watched the primary election results together, I found myself thinking about home and how much this community feels like a family to me. I deeply appreciate your support.

After 28 years of working for the county, including the last three as County Manager, and collaborating with many councils and councilors, this is my first time running for elected office. Read More