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2024 Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo – Roping The Dream

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COUNTY News:

Join Los Alamos County and other partnering organizations Aug. 2-4 for exhibits, the Friday Night Summer Concert, parade, a fair at Ashley Pond Park, the Rodeo at Brewer Arena, and much more!

The County Fair exhibits, organized by the NMSU Co-operative Extension office will kick off the weekend from 3-8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 2 at the Mesa Public Library. Then plan to head over to Ashley Pond Park for the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series, featuring Sim Balkey! The Summer Concert series starts at 6 p.m. with opening acts and runs until 9 p.m.

Saturday morning of Aug. 3 is full of activities Read More

New Mexico Public Education Department Announces Return Of Level Up Reading Challenge For 2024–25 School Year

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Public Education Secretary Arsenio Romero

PED News:

The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) has announced the return of the Level Up Reading Challenge for the 2024-25 school year. This initiative aims to build on last year’s success, where schools saw significant improvements in students’ reading skills.

The Level Up Reading Challenge inspires K-5 students across New Mexico to develop a love for reading and improve their literacy. Throughout the 2024-25 challenge, dedicated teachers will use data-driven methods to help students enhance their reading abilities.

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ENMU Announces Naming Decision For Stadium And Arena

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A dedication ceremony for the Steve Loy Family Foundation football stadium and basketball arena will be held Saturday, Oct. 19, at the annual Wagon Wheel Rivalry Game vs. West Texas A&M. Courtesy/ENMU

ENMU News:

PORTALES – The Steve Loy Family Foundation announced today the new names for the Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) football stadium and basketball arena.

The Steve Loy Family Foundation has chosen to rename the on-campus football stadium and basketball arena after their family foundation. ENMU’s football stadium will be renamed the Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium. Read More

LAHS 2005 Graduate Kristen Hemphill (Nichols) Named To 2024 Colorado State University Athletics Hall Of Fame

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Shown here competing in the 2010 Mountain West Conference Championship 3000M Steeplechase, LAHS 2005  graduate Kristen Hemphill (Nichols) has been named to the 2024 CSU Athletics Hall Of Fame. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

FORT COLLINS – Los Alamos Native Kristen Hemphill (Nichols) has been named to the 2024 Colorado State University (CSU) Athletics Hall Of Fame. Hemphill graduated from Los Alamos High School in 2005 and attended Colorado State University from 2005 through 2010.

Colorado State Athletics announced the 2024 Class for the Hall of Fame on Wednesday, July 24. The class of five Read More

Registration Open For YMCA’s Annual Golf Classic

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The Family YMCA News:

The Family YMCA’s Annual Golf Classic raises funds to support youth programs and scholarships.  

The Y’s 15th Golf Classic will be held Friday, Aug. 9 with a 9 a.m. shotgun start/scramble at the Los Alamos Golf Course.

The Y’s tournament is a favorite among golfers because of the numerous games of chance that are hosted along the course, original bomb ball excitement, net score and other hole prize winners, a chance to win $10,000 (hole in one), delicious post Smokin’ Bear BBQ meal at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op and the wonderful raffle prizes awarded.

Register now at: https://www.lagolfassociation.org/event-info/the-family-ymca-golf-classic-2024 Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: July 24, 2024

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post 

There has been extensive flooding in the Las Vegas area, especially along the Gallinas River. It is best to avoid this area as crews clean up after the floods. 

Heavy rainfall three weeks ago raised streamflows to higher than normal. This past two weeks have been a little drier and streamflows fell back to near and below normal. More rain fell so streamflows may rise again. It is always a good idea to check conditions at the location you are headed to. Streamflows can be checked on the United States Geological Survey (USGS) streamflow website  Read More

Registration Is Now Open For 2024 Los Alamos Knights Of Columbus Golf Tournament

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Knights of Columbus News:

The 2024 Los Alamos Knights of Columbus golf tournament will be held at Towa Golf Course on Aug. 10.

This is a charity tournament that supports scholarships for high school seniors in Northern New Mexico.

Last year’s tournament recognized Deacon Don Lucero and his many contributions to the Community of Los Alamos, the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and our Nation for his many years of service with the Department of Energy.

The annual “Tee it Up for the Future” tournament raised more than $10,000 last year thanks to loyal sponsors and players.

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County Parks And Open Space Division Invites Community To Second Listening Session For BMX Track Project Via Zoom July 31

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division is still seeking feedback from the community as the planning process continues for the proposed BMX park on North Mesa.

The upcoming Listening Session, hosted by Action Sports Design will collect community input to assist Parks in understanding key community issues, priorities and goals related to the project.

This meeting will be similar to the in-person meeting held June 20, 2024.

The Listening Session will be held via Zoom 6-7:30 p.m., July 31, 2024.  

Zoom Meeting Information:

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2012 Los Alamos High School Graduate Chase Ealey Jackson To Compete At 2024 Olympic Games In Paris

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Los Alamos High School graduate Chase Ealey Jackson acknowledging nearly 9,000 cheering fans in attendance during introductions for the women’s shot put event at the USA Track & Field National Championships in July 2023 in Eugene, Ore. Los Alamos Daily Post photographer/videographer Nate Limback was on scene covering the event. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Staff Report:

2012 Los Alamos High School graduate Chase Ealey Jackson will represent the United States in the shot put at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. She qualified by throwing the shot put 20.10 meters at the trials Read More