Environment

Still Awaiting Winter Weather At Pajarito Mountain Ski Area

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Here’s the latest on where things stand at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area: there was some snow recently, but not nearly enough to build the solid base needed to open the ski season. These warmer conditions mean everyone is waiting together for colder temperatures and substantial natural snowfall to kick off the season. The team is watching the weather nonstop, and feel the anticipation. To open, they typically need several consecutive days of cold weather, paired with significant natural snowfall. Once winter finally settles in, things can shift fast – and the team will keep everyone informed Read More

Alert: Main Hill Road Closed Due To Rockslide

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UPDATE: As of 8:25 a.m. the Main Hill Road has been cleared and reopened.

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) report that both east and westbound lanes of N.M. 502, Main Hill Road, are closed due to a rockslide near Anderson Overlook.

LAPD officers are on scene and the New Mexico Department of Transportation is en route. Traffic is being rerouted to East Jemez Road or the Truck Route. 

At this time, there is no estimated timeline for when the roadway will reopen.

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Read More

Daily Postcard: Tangerine Sunrise Fills Sky Above Bandelier

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Daily Postcard: A tangerine colored sunrise fills the sky on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at Bandelier National Monument. Bandelier will be open dawn to dusk on New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 31. The Visitor Center & Park Store will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Park will be open dawn to dusk New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1 and the visitor Center & Park Store will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Large crowds are anticipated during these holidays. Visitors driving into Frijoles Canyon during peak hours (typically between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.) may experience temporary closures to the park as the parking Read More

LATA Celebrates 50 Years Of Service With Commitment To The Future

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LATA News:

ALBUQUERQUE — LATA proudly marks its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of protecting people and natural resources through technical excellence, integrity, and trusted partnerships. Since its founding in 1976, LATA has played a vital role in addressing some of the nation’s most complex environmental and engineering challenges while remaining grounded in the principles that shaped the company from the very beginning.

Established on a foundation of honesty, fairness, superior performance, and respect for people and partnerships, LATA’s early leaders believed Read More

Los Pueblos Street Lined With Farolitos On Christmas Eve

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The beautiful view of Los Pueblos Street on Christmas Eve. The County turned off the street lights, the winds were mild and all the farolitos stayed lit late into the night. Some were still burning as dawn lightened the sky. ‘Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours.’ Courtesy/Steve and Ann Greene Read More

Scenes On Christmas Eve At Beautiful Española Valley Farm

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A Christmas Eve scene at a farm in the Beautiful Española Valley. Photo by Liddie Martinez

A Christmas Eve scene at a farm in the Beautiful Española Valley. Photo by Liddie Martinez 

A Christmas Eve scene at a farm in the Beautiful Española Valley. Photo by Liddie Martinez

A Christmas Eve scene at a farm in the Beautiful Española Valley. Photo by Liddie Martinez Read More