County: Atomic Fiber Internet Service Providers Selected
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is pleased to announce that four Internet Service Providers (ISPs) have signed contracts to provide service on Atomic Fiber once the county-owned community broadband network has been built.
The four ISPs are XMission, Anthem Broadband, Intellipop, and LANet. Residents and businesses can choose whether to switch to an ISP using the new open access network once it becomes available in their area.
Network construction is anticipated to begin this spring. Service is expected to be available in initial locations Fall 2026, with the full network and service available Read More
Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council Encourages Participation In New Mexico Community Survey
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council invites community members over the age of 18 to take part in a brief, anonymous New Mexico Community survey hosted by the New Mexico Office of Substance Abuse Prevention (NMOSAP).
The survey focus is on alcohol and prescription drug use. By sharing honest feedback, participants will help provide valuable insights that can guide more effective support services and public health initiatives. The survey will be open until April 4.
Substance use can have significant impacts on individual health, families, workplaces, and the broader community. Read More
Rickman: Promises, Credibility & North Mesa Open Space
By JIM RICKMAN
Los Alamos
I’ve read with interest all the hype and hullabaloo regarding the conversion of North Mesa open space into a bike park and other things. I’d like to offer one more perspective on the issue.
Back in May 2000, the National Park Service negligently ignited an uncontrolled inferno that incinerated the homes of some 400 Los Alamos families and forever altered the physical landscape of our community. Perhaps unbelievable to present-day citizens, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was highly functioning and nonpartisan, and politicians of both major parties Read More
Los Alamos Firefighters Bring Home The Trophy In Battle Against Santa Fe!
Los Alamos Firefighter Mycah Huitron blocks a shot attempt by a Santa Fe Firefighter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Firefighter Lucas Conway struggles to maintain control of the ball as Santa Fe Firefighters try to rip it from his grip. Conway scored 15 points in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Firefighter Jevon Baker lines up to take a shot over the defense of a Santa Fe Firefighter. Baker scored 16 points in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sports News:
Los Alamos Firefighters were victorious in their battle against Santa Fe Firefighters Read More
County Art In Public Places Board Meets Thursday
White Rock Branch Library Launches New ‘Discover!’ Series With Smartphone Photography Workshop
Leslie Bucklin
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Public Library will host a Smartphone Photography 101 workshop from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 26, at the White Rock Branch Library multipurpose room.
The workshop will be led by Los Alamos County Assistant Public Information Officer Leslie Bucklin. “The best camera you have is always the one with you. For most people, that is their smartphone,” Bucklin said.
The class will cover basic techniques for turning everyday snapshots into frame-worthy photographs. Participants will learn how to use their smartphone cameras effectively and explore Read More
Los Alamos County Expands Bulk Brush Collection Services Due To Wildfire Concerns
A local brush pile. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
In response to the dry and warm winter season and associated wildfire concerns, Los Alamos County is expanding curbside bulk brush collection services offered to residents during the weeks of Feb. 23, March 9, and March 23.
Please note the following guidelines and limitations, which help ensure that the curbside collection process runs smoothly and efficiently:
- Residents must sign up and schedule a bulk pickup by contacting Environmental Services by phone at 505.662.8163 or email at solidwaste@losalamonm.gov.
- A maximum of 15 bulk service
Los Alamos County Council To Hold Joint Special Session With School Board Thursday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will meet jointly with the Los Alamos Public School Board at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at Chamisa Elementary School, 301 Meadow Lane in White Rock.
The purpose of this joint meeting is to discuss the North Mesa Housing Development Project.
The meeting is open to the public. Read More
Los Alamos County Assessor Reminds Business Owners Of Personal Property Reporting Requirements Due By Feb. 28
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Assessor would like to confirm for local business owners that their annual Business Personal Property Declaration (BPP) forms were mailed out the last week of December 2025.
The purpose of these forms is to notify business owners of their current depreciated assets on file and to remind them of the statutory requirement to report to the Assessor any personal property they might be depreciating through the course of their business.
All required filings must be submitted no later than the last day of February per Section 7-38-8 NMSA 1978 of the state statute. Read More
County Issues Traffic Advisory On Crane Transport Through Town To Los Alamos Golf Course Set For Monday
Map showing crane activity scheduled for Monday in the parking lot at Los Alamos Golf Course. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
As part of the HVAC upgrade project at the Los Alamos Golf Course Clubhouse, a 50-ton crane will travel through town on Monday, Feb. 23.
The crane’s route will follow N.M. 502/East Road to Trinity Drive and Diamond Drive, arriving at 4244 Diamond Dr. Movement is scheduled between noon and 1 p.m. Monday.
The east end of the Los Alamos Golf Course parking lot will be closed from noon to 5 p.m. to accommodate crane operations. All crane activity will remain within the east parking lot Read More
Applicants Sought For Historic Preservation Board
Community Invited To Celebrate Rep. Christine Chandler On Her Successful Medical Malpractice Reform Bill This Sunday 3-4 At The Tub
Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler, D-Los Alamos, Sandoval & Santa Fe, on the House floor during the opening of the 30-Day session Jan. 20 at the Roundhouse in Santa Fe. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
From the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County:
Rep. Christine Chandler, D-Los Alamos, Sandoval and Santa Fe, deserves a celebration! After years of failed attempts, New Mexico finally has medical malpractice reform — and our own Los Alamos legislator led the charge.
HB 99 passed the House 66-3, survived a bruising committee process, and then passed the Senate 40-2. The bill is now Read More
LAnet To Host Second Virtual Community Broadband Update 6 PM Wednesday Feb. 25
By ALLAN SAENZ
Owner
LAnet – Los Alamos Network
As Los Alamos County’s broadband is scheduled to begin rolling out in April, and following our last broadband meeting and the strong interest from the community, we will be hosting a second virtual broadband update at 6 p.m. next Wednesday.
This session will provide important updates on what to expect as construction begins and answer detailed questions from residents and businesses.
This will be a virtual meeting open to the community. We encourage residents and business owners to attend, stay informed, and ask questions as these projects move Read More
LAPD: Search Warrant Yields Stolen Property, Explosive Devices Linked To Cases In Los Alamos County, Jemez Springs, Jemez Pueblo
LAPD News:
On Feb. 19, 2026, officers with the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) executed a court-authorized search warrant at a residence in Jemez Springs connected to the Feb. 17 arrests of three burglary suspects.
The warrant is part of an ongoing investigation into multiple burglaries across Los Alamos County, including storage unit break-ins.
Working alongside the Sandoval County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Forest Service, and National Park Service Rangers, officers searched two vehicles, a recreational vehicle, and the residence. Investigators recovered approximately $10,000 Read More
Canceled: County Personal Board Meeting Feb. 24
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Personnel Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 24, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. Read More
UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour® Coming To Los Alamos
COUNTY News:
UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour®, the nation’s number one ranked drunk and distracted driving awareness event, and first-and-only marijuana driving simulator is coming to Los Alamos.
The community is invited to participate from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the parking lot in Central Park Square off Main Street.
The Arrive Alive Tour® aims to empower drivers with the knowledge and tools needed to build lifelong safe driving habits by using a high-tech, state-of-the-art simulator that allows participants to drive while distracted, drunk, or drugged in a fully functioning Read More
Los Alamos County Invites Community To Listening Session On Urban Park Athletic Court Improvements
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is seeking community input on potential renovations to the athletic courts at Urban Park and invites residents to participate in an upcoming listening session focused on how the courts and surrounding spaces are used today.
The community meeting will provide an opportunity for participants to share feedback, identify needs, and explore ideas to improve athletic facilities and better serve the community. This project involves removing and replacing current assets within the same footprint, including the tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts.
Community Read More
Community Invited To Take County Tourism Survey
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is inviting community members to participate in an online tourism survey open through Feb. 28, 2026. The survey is intended to gather community feedback to help inform future tourism planning, marketing, and management efforts across the county.
Community members are encouraged to share their perspectives by completing the survey online at lacnm.com/TourismSurvey.
Those interested in current tourism initiatives can visit lacnm.com/Tourism.
Los Alamos County values community input and encourages broad participation to ensure tourism efforts Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Pro Shop Closed Until Further Notice Due To HVAC Work
COUNTY News:
Due to HVAC work at the Los Alamos County Golf Course clubhouse, the Pro Shop will be closed until further notice.
The community can still reach staff by calling the Pro Shop phone number 505.662.8139. Read More
LAHS NJROTC Takes 3rd Overall At 2026 Regionals
Los Alamos High School NJROTC cadets celebrate their accomplishments earlier this month at the Regional competition in Sahuarita, Ariz. Courtesy/LAPS
Cadets at attention for inspection. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Thirty-two cadets representing the Los Alamos High School NJROTC program competed against six other schools in the Regional contest in Sahuarita, Ariz., earlier this month, earning third place overall. They earned their spot by placing first at the regional qualifiers (Area 20) meet in November.
The competition included an academic test, which was completed before the meet, Read More