Environment

Los Alamos Fire Department Advises Community Portable Propane Fire Pits Are Prohibited At Holiday Lights Parade

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LAFD News:

To keep the community safe, the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) advises that portable propane fire pits at the Dec. 6 Holiday Lights Parade on Central Avenue are prohibited.

Large crowds, tight spaces, and the presence of parade vehicles and floats create conditions where open flames and fuel sources are hazardous.

This measure is supported by Chapter 22-31(a)(1) of the Los Alamos County Code, which adopts the International Fire Code and places certain restrictions on the use of liquid propane at special events.

“We’re excited to welcome the community to one of Los Alamos’ most Read More

Family Friendly Holiday Winter Stroll On Museum Hill Dec. 13

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Holiday Winter Stroll on Museum Hill, 2-6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13. Courtesy/MIAC

MIAC News:

The community is invited to join the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture (MIAC) and the Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) in Santa Fe for a delightful winter celebration, 2-6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13.

The Holiday Winter Stroll on Museum Hill is a family-friendly, free event with both indoor and outdoor activities.

Program Schedule at MOIFA

  • Candle Making —2–5 p.m. (MOIFA Atrium)
  • La Pastorela Cómica — 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. (MOIFA Auditorium)
  • Jaguar Guitar Orchestra from Capital High School — 3 p.m.,
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LAGS To Host 56th Annual Earth Treasure Show Dec. 6-7

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LAGS News:

The Los Alamos Geological Society (LAGS) will host its annual Earth Treasure Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at Pajarito Masonic Lodge #66, 1400 N. Sage Loop.

LAGS’s 56th annual Earth Treasure Show will feature dealers selling minerals, fossils, jewelry and much more. There will be a children’s craft table and the Wheel of Fortune for kids to try their luck.

Silent auctions will be sponsored by the club. There will be display cases of various mineral specimens from around the world.

Food will be available for purchase by Chefs For You Food Truck. Read More

Los Alamos Gets Strong Marks On Recycling Know-How

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Manager Armando Gabaldon
Division Manager 
County Environmental Services 

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

On Oct. 17, two trailers carrying 23.33 tons of Los Alamos County’s recyclable material arrived at BarCO Recycling of Albuquerque for an audit to determine how adept County residents and businesses are at recycling.

Pretty good; it turns out.

Looking at the material collected from residential and commercial collections, drop off sites such as the Lemon Lot and Overlook Convenience Center, and Los Alamos National Laboratory, the waste audit summary Read More

UNM-Los Alamos On 2 Hour Delayed Opening Today

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UNM-Los Alamos campus will delay its opening until 10 a.m. today. Courtesy/UNM-LA

UNM-LA:

Due to winter weather conditions, the UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) campus will delay its opening until 10 a.m. for today, Thursday, Dec. 4.

About UNM-LA

UNM-LA is an innovative, rigorous and affordable comprehensive branch community college that provides foundations for transfer, leading-edge career programs and lifelong learning opportunities. More information about UNM-LA is available at losalamos.unm.edu. Read More

County Manager Announces 10 A.M. Start For Non-Essential Government Services And Facilities

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COUNTY News:

Due to inclement weather and icy conditions, Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent has ordered a 10 a.m. start for all nonessential county government services and facilities today, Thursday, Dec. 4, including the Golf Pro Shop.

Some exceptions and additional information are as follows:

  • Atomic City Transit: fixed route service will begin at approximately 7 a.m. For specific route information, visit www.atomiccitytransit.com, or check the ACTracker.
  • Environmental Services: There will be no disruption to Thursday’s refuse and yard trimmings pickup routes. The crew
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State Awards $3.2M In Trails+ Grants Supporting 105 Jobs

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Previous grant recipient, Natural Curiosity, is developing an equine facility, preserving a historic barn at Hermosa Field Station, and is working to protect the South Palomas Creek Watershed. Courtesy photo

NMEDD News:

SANTA FE — The Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant has awarded over $3.2 million to 18 outdoor infrastructure projects across New Mexico. 

The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s (EDD) Outdoor Recreation Division is seeing a surge in demand for funding from communities that are prioritizing outdoor access. This round of FY26 grantees includes 11 first-time recipients.  Read More

Old Farmer’s Almanac White Christmas Forecast 2025

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Photo credit: Almanac.com/White-Christmas

WEATHER News:

Are you dreaming of a White Christmas? Overall, The 2026 Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts that most of the United States will be seeing a milder, gentler winter than average. But that doesn’t mean there won’t be any snow! A White Christmas may be in store for many northeast regions, and the Central region of the U.S. may see some frosty flakes as well. Will there be snow on Christmas Day where you live? Almanac.com/White-Christmas

Remember, this is a long-range forecast to help you plan ahead! As the holiday nears, check our Read More