Daily Postcard: Early sunset silhouettes a bird perched on the branch of a tree Thursday on Perimeter Trail. Photo by Lauren Hughes
Sunset silhouettes another bird perched on a branch Thursday on Perimeter Trail. Photo by Lauren Hughes Read More
Environment
PEEC Invites Public To Dig Into Northern New Mexico’s Fossil History With Pete Worland Nov. 6 & 8
PEEC invites the public to explore two upcoming fossil-focused programs, including a hands-on Fossil Field Trip to nearby fossil sites. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC invites the public to explore two upcoming fossil-focused programs, including how fossils tell the story of the region’s prehistoric past. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
From ancient seas to modern mesas, Northern New Mexico’s landscape has transformed dramatically over time. The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the public to explore this geologic journey in two upcoming fossil-focused programs led by local Read More
Curious Praying Mantis Examines Large Pumpkin
A curious praying mantis examines a large pumpkin on a patio today in White Rock. Photo by Joyce Wolff Read More
Daily Postcard: Hungry Chipmunk Caught Mid-Munch
Daily Postcard: A hungry little chipmunk caught mid-munch, dining on sunflower seeds, recently on the deck of the Los Alamos Nature Center on Canyon Road. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Hunters Encouraged To Stay Informed And Be On Lookout For New World Screwworm
NMDGF News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, New Mexico Department of Agriculture and New Mexico Livestock Board are encouraging hunters to help prevent the spread of New World screwworm among wildlife, livestock, pets and people.
New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a foreign animal disease and poses a serious threat. The fly’s larvae infest open wounds, where they feed on living tissue. The New World screwworm (NWS) was eradicated from the United States decades ago, but recent detections in Mexico pose a risk of northward spread. At this time, it has not Read More
Daily Postcard: Bobcat Relaxes In Backyard On North Mesa
Daily Postcard: A bobcat relaxes in the backyard of a home on North Mesa. Photo by Amy Anderson
A bobcat was displeased with having its photo taken while trying to relax in the backyard of a home on North Mesa. Photo by Amy Anderson Read More
2025 ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Celebrates 53 Years Of Ballooning Excellence
First wave of the Mass Ascension lifts off from Balloon Fiesta Park. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Dawn patrol checks wind conditions to determine whether the Mass Ascension will be permitted. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By LAURA LIMBACK
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
The 2025 ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta was held Oct. 4-12. Celebrating its 53rd year, the nine-day event was the largest in history, with more balloons and larger crowds than ever before. Set against the striking backdrop of the Sandia Mountains and New Mexico desert oasis, the premier Read More
New Mexico Environment Department Launches Nationwide Holloman Lake Public Health Survey
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is asking anyone who has visited or recreated at Holloman Lake, also known as Raptor Lake, to participate in a survey to determine potential exposure to toxic PFAS in the area from firefighting foams, commonly called AFFF, used at Holloman Air Force Base.
“Our state’s natural beauty attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the world and the Environment Department is committed to safeguarding outdoor recreation for campers, hikers, and hunters,” Environment Secretary James Kenney said. “This survey is one of the first of Read More
Daily Postcard: Pastel Sunset Falls Over Sandia Peak
Daily Postcard: Pastel sunset falls over Sandia Peak, viewed Saturday from Northwest Albuquerque. Photo by Lil Ortega Read More
BPU Chair Updates Kiwanis On Public Utilities
Board of Public Utilities Chair Robert Gibson presents an update on the County’s utilities activities to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos at its Oct. 7 meeting. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club
Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities Chair Robert Gibson presented an update on the County’s utilities activities to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos at its Oct. 7 meeting at Trinity on the Hill. He outlined the structure of the Department of Public Utilities and provided information on its accomplishments and future plans.
Los Alamos County owns and operates all four of its utilities: Read More