Sidewalk Work To Begin On Trinity & Oppenheimer Monday
Map depicting location where crews will begin mobilizing equipment to remove the sidewalk at the northwest intersection of Trinity Drive and Oppenheimer Drive on Monday, June 15. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Crews will begin mobilizing equipment to remove the sidewalk at the northwest intersection of Trinity Drive and Oppenheimer Drive on Monday, June 15, in preparation for the installation of electric conduit later in June.
The Department of Public Utilities awarded the Trinity Primary Electric Replacement Project contract to Dub-L-EE.
Pedestrians and drivers are asked to use caution Read More
Los Alamos County Government Offices To Close June 19 In Observance Of Juneteenth
COUNTY News:
In observance of Juneteenth, Los Alamos County government offices will join other federal, state, and local governments and close on Friday, June 19.
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Recognizing and observing this holiday provides an important opportunity for all to reflect on and celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans throughout history.
While the County’s administrative offices, Atomic City Transit fixed bus routes, and the Environmental Services division Read More
2026 Northern New Mexico Royalty Court Crowned
The 2026 Northern New Mexico Fair & Rodeo Royalty Court Queen Jewel Jaramillo, Princess Annaka Preston, Sweetheart Jennifer Miera and Jr. Sweetheart Gaia Jakulewicz. Courtesy/LAC
Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County held the 4th Annual Northern New Mexico Fair & Rodeo Royalty Court Competition on May 16.
The competition had seven registrants: two for Jr. Sweetheart, one for Sweetheart, one for Princess, and three for Queen. Each contestant gave a formal speech before a panel of judges and spectators; each contestant had a personal interview with the judges and competed Read More
Los Alamos County Council Honors Special Olympians
Los Alamos County Council recognized Special Olympians during its regular meeting Tuesday night for their participation in the May 9 Jemez Mountain Trail Runs. From left, Special Olympics New Mexico Board of Directors member Adam Trubow, Special Olympian Bella Sieberg, Special Olympian Ben Blewett, Jemez Mountain Trail Runs volunteer Laura Musgrave, Special Olympics New Mexico Board of Directors member Art Montoya and County Councilor Suzie. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
County Council Votes Down Proposed Gas Rate Increase
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Department of Public Utilities (DPU) customers will not see, at least for the time being, an increase in their gas rates.
The proposed rate increase, which the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) recommended, was voted down 4-3 during the regular Los Alamos County Council meeting Tuesday night. Councilor David Reagor, Councilor Melanee Hand, Vice Chair Ryn Herrman and Council Chair Randall Ryti voted against the new rate while Councilors Beverly Neal-Clinton, Theresa Cull and Suzie Havemann voted in favor.
According to agenda Read More
Camp May Road Closed For Phase 3 Of Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project
COUNTY News:
Beginning June 15, the entirety of Camp May Road, Camp May, and adjacent trails will be closed from Monday through Thursday, until the end of the Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project, anticipated in December. The roadway will remain open Friday through Sunday for recreational access at the ski hill.
The road closure is necessary to allow the contractor Dub-L-EE, LLC the safety, the security and the space to complete the project on time.
Phase 3 includes the construction of four water booster stations and running cables for the new underground fiber and electric distribution Read More
Glitter P!NK To Headline Friday Night Summer Concert
SANCRE Productions News:
Sancre Productions, the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series and Los Alamos County Community Services Department present the Summer Concert featuring Glitter P!NK at 6:30 p.m., Friday, June 12 at Ashley Pond Park.
This high-energy, 90-minute nonstop production recreates the intensity, emotion, and spectacle of P!NK’s world-class performances, leaving audiences on their feet from start to finish.
Led by a powerhouse vocalist and a 5-member band of elite musicians and performers, the stage explodes with energy, chemistry, and showmanship that fills every inch Read More
County Shares 4th Of July Spectacular 2026 Schedule
Scene from the 4th of July Drone Show Spectacular in 2025. This year’s event will be held on Dara Jones Soccer Field at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
The 4th of July is right around the corner, and Los Alamos County is gearing up for the big event! The 4th of July Spectacular will be held 4-10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4th at Overlook Park in White Rock.
The day of entertainment begins at 4 p.m. with Syzygy, followed at 5 p.m. by Radio Blast.
Headliner Matchbox Twenty Too – A Matchbox Twenty Tribute band, will take the stage at 7 p.m. to bring the house down Read More
County Parks And Recreation Board To Meet June 11
Lynne: My Sincere Thanks To The Los Alamos Community
By STEVEN LYNNE
Candidate for County Council
Dear Los Alamos Community,
I wanted to extend my sincere thanks to the entire Los Alamos community. I recently returned from a week in Florida with my wife and daughters for our family reunion. As we watched the primary election results together, I found myself thinking about home and how much this community feels like a family to me. I deeply appreciate your support.
After 28 years of working for the county, including the last three as County Manager, and collaborating with many councils and councilors, this is my first time running for elected office. Read More
Community Reminder Of Public Hearing For Gas Rate Changes June 9
COUNTY News:
A second and final public hearing for gas rate adjustments will be held at 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, both online and in person at the Los Alamos County Council meeting in Council Chambers at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave. Anyone wishing to join remotely may do so using the link https://ladpu.com/ratehearing.
The DPU is proposing changes to its natural gas rate that are intended to close the gap between budgeted operational costs and the revenues that cover those costs. An introduction of the proposed rate ordinance was presented at the BPU on April 1. The Read More
County Crews Prepare For Fiber Optic Line Installation
Timo Martinez supervises two linemen up in bucket trucks on Monte Rey in Pajarito Acres. Taller post are being placed next to old ones to make the wires higher for new fiberoptic lines. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Closer view of preparation for fiber optic line installation. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Reminder: May To July Is Elk Calving Season
COUNTY News:
If you spot a newborn elk calf in the wild, do not approach or touch it. While it may look alone, the mother is almost always nearby.
Picking up or disturbing these calves can seriously harm their survival chances and put you in danger—mother elk fiercely protect their young.
Here’s what you should do:
- Observe from a distance—don’t go near or pet the calf;
- Never remove a calf from the wild; and
- Leave the area quickly and quietly.
If you believe a baby animal is sick or injured, contact New Mexico Game and Fish at 888.248.6866 or 505.476.8000.
Protect elk calves—give them space and help keep Read More
Community Lends A Hand In Creating Justice Center Mural
Austin-based artist J Muzacz works on a completed tile piece during a workshop Friday afternoon at Mesa Public Library. This tile will become part of a mosaic mural on the exterior wall of the Justice Center. Muzacz and his team guided community members through the process of creating the tile pieces using their templates. Each participant received a grid to put the glass tiles on and a template to follow regarding where to put the tiles and what colors to use. A total of three workshops were held including one Saturday and the final earlier today at the library. To learn more, visit lacnm.com/mosaic Read More
More Scenes Of Summer Concert With ‘Chasing Adequate’
Alternative and pop-rock band Chasing Adequate based out of Albuquerque headlined the Summer Concert Friday evening at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomas Redondo/ladailypost.com
Chasing Adequate performs at the Summer Concert Friday evening at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomas Redondo/ladailypost.com
A large crowd turns out for the Summer Concert featuring Chasing Adequate Friday evening at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomas Redondo/ladailypost.com
Chasing Adequate performs at the Summer Concert Friday evening at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomas Redondo/ladailypost.com
Chasing Adequate Read More
Scenes From ChamberFest 2026
Kids busy at play on the popular sand pile on Central Avenue, the center piece of ChamberFest sponsored annually by Enterprise Bank & Trust in downtown Los Alamos, and this year also in White Rock. The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce event features local businesses, service organizations and other groups for ChamberFest, this year sponsored by UNIFI, Wingate by Wyndham, North Central Regional Transit District (Blue Bus), N3B and Exit Realty Advantage NM. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Transit Mix and Los Alamos County Public Works coordinated bringing in the sand Read More
County Council To Meet In Closed Session June 9
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council is scheduled to meet in a closed session at 4 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
The purpose of the closed session is to discuss the performance evaluation of Los Alamos County’s contract employees.
The agenda has been published and can be found here. Read More
More Scenes From Community Mosaic Mural Workshop
The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) summer campers build part of the new community mosaic Friday at Mesa Public Library. LAAC thanks the Arts in Public Places Board Staff Liaison Chelsea Ashcroft for helping coordinate 28 campers, eight staff members and recognizes the board for making community art a reality. To learn more about this project, visit: https://www.
County Council To Meet In Regular Session June 9
Scenes From Friday Night Summer Concert Featuring Headliner Chasing Adequate
Chasing Adequate, alternative and pop-rock band based out of Albuquerque headlined the Summer Concert Friday evening at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Ashley O’Malley performs the National Anthem before the concert opens. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Eryn Bent and Band opens for the Friday Night Concert. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Volunteers handout giveaways provided by XMISSION. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Chasing Adequate guitarist engages the crowd Friday night. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Scene from Read More