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Los Alamos Public Schools Transportation Department Reminds Drivers To Obey School Bus Safety Rules!

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LAPS News:

Monday, Aug. 11, is the first day of school for Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) for the 2025-2026 school year.

School buses will be sharing the road with drivers commuting to work, as well as parents dropping off students at school and high school students driving themselves to school.

Once again, the LAPS Transportation Department would like to remind drivers in Los Alamos and White Rock to exercise caution when it comes to school buses, bus stops and the students who ride those buses, as well as inform the community about the law regarding school buses.

“The safety of our students on Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 11

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the County Projects page at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.

Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note that the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays. 

Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates

Construction crews with TLC Plumbing & Utility continue the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Read More

Los Alamos Police Share Back To School Safety Reminders

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LAPD News:

With the start of the new school year on the horizon, the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is reminding all citizens to stay alert and prioritize safety throughout the community.

Los Alamos Public Schools will be back in session on Monday, Aug. 11, with the exception of Chamisa Elementary School, which will reopen to students on Wednesday, Aug. 13.

As students return to school, drivers are urged to slow down, avoid distractions and be cautious near schools, crosswalks, and bus stops.

All school zone warning lights will be in effect during morning drop-offs and afternoon pick-ups. Read More

Scenes From Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Scene in the airport taken during a recent trip traveling through the British Columbia city of Vancouver on Canada’s west coast. Photo by Liddie Martinez

Scene in the airport taken during a recent trip traveling through the British Columbia city of Vancouver on Canada’s west coast. Photo by Liddie Martinez

Scene of buildings taken during a recent trip through the British Columbia city of Vancouver on Canada’s west coast. Photo by Liddie Martinez

Scene of University Canada West taken during a recent trip through the British Columbia city of Vancouver on Canada’s west coast. Photo by Liddie Martinez Read More

New Mexico Tourism Department Awards Second Round Of Route 66 Centennial Grant Funding

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NMTD News:

SANTA FE, NM – With the Route 66 centennial just around the bend, the New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) is revving up its Route 66 Centennial Grant Program for another year.

Thanks to a special appropriation allocated to NMTD during the 2025 Legislative Session, NMTD will be awarding a total of $1,306,097 to Route 66 communities in fiscal year 2026 for the purposes of marketing and promotion, special events and infrastructure.

NMTD awarded $752,538 in funding for marketing and promotion, $423,559 for infrastructure and $130,000 for special events.

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Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 4

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Public Works’ staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays. 

Performing Arts Center Parking Lot Closure

Access to the parking lot at the Performing Arts Center (PAC) Read More

Nation’s Best Chainsaw Artists Return To Purgatory Aug. 1-3

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PURGATORY News:

DURANGO — Purgatory Resort is bringing the nation’s top chainsaw artists to Village Plaza for Carve Wars, a high-energy, three-day chainsaw art competition, Aug. 1-3, 2025. This free, family-friendly event invites guests to experience the sights and sounds of massive wood blocks being transformed into intricate sculptures.

“We’re thrilled to be back at Purgatory Resort for what promises to be our best lineup yet,” Joe Wenal said, founder of Carve Wars and owner of Rocky Mountain Carvers. “There’s nothing like the crowd energy and mountain backdrop in Durango. It’s a highlight Read More

Atomic City Transit To Adjust Rte. 1 Service Near Entrada/Cooperative Market Effective Monday Aug. 4, 2025

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COUNTY News:

Effective Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, Atomic City Transit (ACT) will implement changes to its bus service around the Entrada/Los Alamos Cooperative Market area due to low ridership.

This adjustment is part of ACT’s commitment to optimize service and ensure resources are allocated effectively to serve the needs of the majority of riders.

Specifically, the Route 1 (Downtown) service will operate once an hour at bus stops 570 and 571 at the Los Alamos Cooperative Market and Holiday Inn area. Service to these stops will be provided at :16 after the hour with the first at 7:16 a.m. and the last Read More

NM True Campaign Tabbed As Finalist For Skift IDEA Awards

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico has again earned another accolade for its appeal as a noteworthy leisure travel destination.

As the latest example of New Mexico’s growing notoriety as a premier destination for leisure travel among professionals and experts in tourism, the New Mexico True “Living Legends” campaign was selected as a finalist for the 2025 Skift IDEA Awards for creative content.

The Skift IDEA Awards recognizes the individuals, teams, businesses and brands that are driving the travel industry forward. New Mexico True was selected as 1 of 10 finalists in the “Creative Thinkers: Read More

North Central Regional Transit District: Temporary Service Reductions Due To Ongoing Driver Shortage

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NCRTD News:

ESPAÑOLA — The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) announced Thursday a series of temporary service reductions affecting several Blue Bus routes and services, beginning Monday, August 4, 2025, due to a continued shortage of transit operators.

Effective Aug. 4:

  • The MyBlue™ Española Zone will continue to operate Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., but with reduced trip availability. Passengers are encouraged to book in advance or use NCRTD’s free fixed-route Blue Bus service.
  • Route 110 Westside/Crosstown service will be temporarily suspended until further
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