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Road Closure And Traffic Control Notice Issued For YMCA Firecracker 5k Family Fun Run On Tuesday 4th Of July

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YMCA News:

Canyon Road will be closed from 15th Street to Central Avenue continuing to Los Alamos High School from approximately 8-9:30 a.m. July 4 for The Family YMCA’s Independence Day Firecracker 5K Family Fun Run.

There will also be traffic control on 15th Street from Iris Street to Canyon Road and on Canyon Road from Central Avenue to Los Alamos High School.

Call The Family YMCA at 505.662.3100 with questions.

About The Family YMCA

The YMCA has a motto: “We don’t turn anyone away for their inability to pay.” This year the YMCA has a fundraising goal of $175,000 that will support financial assistance Read More

Bear Spotted Struggling In Tree At IHM On Canyon Road

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A bear was spotted struggling in a tree early Thursday morning on the grounds of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church at 3700 Canyon Road. The bear appeared to have its rear paw stuck as it was trying to get down from the tree. Animal Control arrived on the scene to check on the bear, which had freed itself, climbed down from the tree and sauntered away. Courtesy photo
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Woodland Road To Close On 4th Of July For Block Party

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COMMUNITY News:

There will be a road closure at the bottom of Woodland Road adjacent to Club Road 2-9 p.m. Tuesday July 4 for a family event and block party. 

Access to Woodland Road can be made by traveling up Arizona and cutting through Country Lane.

Note: Be advised that the route may take up to one minute longer, and there will be even more children than usual running around the area.

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New Mexico State Police To Conduct Checkpoints & Saturation Patrols In Counties Across State In July 2023

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NMSP News:

State Police will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols; and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during July 2023.

They are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.

These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.

Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage to make the right decision Read More

Stradling: The Science Of Family-enabled Society

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By GARY STRADLING
Los Alamos

In our Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum we have the opportunity to examine the interface of science and religion across a broad range of topics (come listen to our LAF&S Summer Lecture Series![i]). I find it particularly exciting to think scientifically about the practical impact of religion on society.

Our Western society is in flux, experiencing rapid change in traditional practices and values[ii] that have served human society for millennia. Many advanced industrial societies are experiencing a dramatic reduction in birth rates,[iii] with some dropping Read More

All Bach Organ Concert In Memory Of Ivar & Allene Lindstrom July 8 At Trinity On The Hill Episcopal Church

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Courtesy/Teri Lindstrom and Margaret Mary Saupper

COMMUNITY News:

Saturday, July 8, the public is invited to an organ recital in memory of Ivar and Allene Lindstrom, who passed away in April and May of this year respectively. 

Ivar and Allene Lindstrom moved to Los Alamos in 1958, where they raised their two children, leading very active lives, including flying, skiing and camping around the Southwest. The Lindstroms were active with the Pajarito Ski Club,and the Old-Timers Square Dance Club. As keen supporters of the Los Alamos Concert Association, they attended and enjoyed many concerts Read More

Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts Perform Friday At Ashley Pond Park With A Country Talent Showcase And Los Alamos Community Winds To Open

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Courtesy/Sancre Productions

Summer Concert News:

The 2023 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series presented by Toyota of Santa Fe, continues to be the Best Free Summer Concert Series in the State! This week, the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series welcomes outlaw country Colorado band, Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts. This Friday, June 30, FREE at Ashley Pond Park. The opener for the evening is the New Mexico Country Talent Showcase and the Los Alamos Community Winds.

Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts bring forth new energy to music fans who love the heroes and outlaws of old. Influenced by the songs and personalities Read More

Atomic City Transit: Regular Transit Service Will Not Operate July 4 But Will Provide Free Shuttle To Overlook Park

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CourtesyLAC

COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit regular scheduled bus service will not operate Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in observance of the holiday.

Atomic City Transit will provide free shuttle service for the Los Alamos Fourth of July event at Overlook Park in White Rock.

Shuttle service will begin at 3 p.m. from Diamond Drive & Canyon Road in Los Alamos and the White Rock Visitor Center on N.M. 4 and Piñon Elementary School parking lot on Grand Canyon Drive in White Rock.

A continuous shuttle service will be provided throughout the event with the last bus leaving Overlook Park at 10 p.m. Paratransit Read More

Children’s Parade And Carnival In White Rock July 4, 2023

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Scene from a previous Independence Day Children’s Parade and Carnival in White Rock. Post file photo

COMMUNITY News:

Announcing the exciting return of the community Independence Day Children’s Parade and Carnival in White Rock.

Activities begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (366 Grand Canyon Dr.) with a flag ceremony and children’s parade around the block, led by the Los Alamos Police and Fire Departments. Children are invited to festively decorate their bikes, trikes, strollers, wagons, etc. and join the parade. Balloons will be provided Read More