Hilltopper Swim And Dive Girls Defend District 2a Title, Boys Take Second
Girls District 2a Swim Champions. Front Row Left to Right: Cindy Fu, Ashley McLaughlin, Lyla Lo, Grace Nowell, Deborah Brug, Emilie Daligault, Aleena Rim, Samantha Clayton. Back Row Left to Right: Madalyn Baily, Teagan Brown, Zooey Browne, Grace Evans, Catherine. Courtesy photo
SPORTS News:
The Hilltopper Swim/Dive team completed the regular season at the District Championships in Farmington, Feb. 6-7.
The girls successfully defended their District 2a title, scoring 404 points, outpacing Farmington at second (249 points) and Piedra Vista (148 points). With only eight boys, the Toppers Read More
Los Alamos County Publishes FY2025 Popular Annual Financial Report, Winning 12th Consecutive National Award For Outstanding Achievement
County News:
Los Alamos County’s FY2025 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) has been published. The County’s PAFR has won the national Award for Outstanding Achievement for the last 12 consecutive years from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
The GFOA’s mission is to advance excellence in public finance, and it established the PAFR Program in 1991 to encourage and assist state and local governments to extract information from their annual comprehensive financial report to produce high quality popular annual financial reports, specifically designed to be readily Read More
County Secures Lease For Piñon Pool
COUNTY News:
Considering the impact on the swimming community during the Olympic Pool Re-plastering Project, Los Alamos County staff have been communicating with the local and regional pools to secure an alternative space during the closure of Olympic and Therapy Pools, Feb. 22, 2026, through October 2026.
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department is happy to announce that it has secured a lease for the Piñon Pool, located in White Rock.
The Piñon Pool Association previously ran Piñon Pool; however, they closed the facility in 2025 due to a lack of memberships. Los Alamos County Read More
County Issues Traffic Advisory For Mobilization Of 50-Ton Crane Through Town Toward Los Alamos Golf Course
COUNTY News:
As part of the ongoing project to install a new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at the Los Alamos Golf Course Clubhouse, a 50-ton crane will mobilize through town today, Feb. 11.
The crane will travel via N.M. 502/East Road to Trinity Drive and Diamond Drive before arriving at 4244 Diamond Drive.
Mobilization is scheduled at non-peak hours between 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. to minimize disruptions to travelers.
The west end of the Los Alamos Golf Course parking lot will be closed, 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., for crane maneuvers. All crane operations will be contained within Read More
County Seeks Volunteers For Comprehensive Plan Update Steering Committee
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is seeking community members interested in volunteering to serve on the County’s Comprehensive Plan Update Steering Committee.
The Steering Committee will help guide the comprehensive planning process by providing community perspective and furthering public engagement efforts. The Comprehensive Plan update will shape long-term decisions related to land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and overall community development.
Residents and stakeholders interested in participating or learning more about the Comprehensive Plan process Read More
Girl Scouts Attend County Council Meeting To Advocate For More Accessible Playgrounds
Courtesy photo
By CORTNEY KRELLER
On Tuesday, Feb. 3, Girl Scouts attended the Los Alamos County Council meeting to advocate for their fellow Girl Scout, Emmy.
Emmy was born with Rett Syndrome, a rare genetic condition which impacts her physical abilities.
The public comment period started with a statement from Emmy’s troop leader, “We are here today as a troop to voice our concerns about the lack of inclusive public areas for children in Los Alamos County and would specifically like to request that the county install inclusive swings in all public playgrounds.”
Then, Girl Scouts read their Read More
County Council To Meet In Closed & Work Sessions Feb. 10
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council will meet in both closed and work sessions Feb. 10, 2026, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Avenue.
The closed session will be held at 5 p.m. and the agenda can be found here.
The work session will be held at 6 p.m. and the agenda can be found here. Read More
New Mexico County Insurance Authority Board Of Directors Approves Addition Of Two Ex-Officio Positions
Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza
NMCIA News:
SANTA FE — At their first regular Board meeting of the year Jan. 19, 2026, the New Mexico County Insurance Authority (NMCIA) Board of Directors approved the addition of two ex-officio, non-voting Directors on the Board, one to be nominated by the New Mexico Counties’ sheriff affiliate and one to be nominated by the detention administrator’s affiliate.
At their meetings in conjunction with the New Mexico Counties’ Legislative Conference Jan. 21-22, each affiliate nominated a member to serve on the NMCIA Board of Directors.
The NMCIA Board created Read More
Video: County Councilor Cull Discusses Tuesday’s Meeting
Los Alamos County Councilor Theresa Cull provides a briefing on Tuesday’s council meeting. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
County: Dinosaur & Grand Canyon Playlot Surveys Open
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD), in partnership with Groundwork Studio, has completed the first listening sessions for both Dinosaur Park on Barranca Mesa and Grand Canyon Playground in White Rock.
The purpose of the listening sessions was to hear from the community as to what they would love about the parks, things to keep in mind throughout the project, and any ideas on what they would like to see.
The purpose of these projects is to design, develop construction documents, and provide construction administration services for the renovation of Dinosaur Read More
Results From 2026 Los Alamos County Science Fair; 52 Students Qualify For Northeastern New Mexico Regional
Los Alamos County Science Fair participants in the junior division gather for a photo. Courtesy/LAPS
Los Alamos High School students Linus Plohr, Lilia Viteva and Tate Plohr are among 52 LAPS students who qualified to participate in the Feb. 28 Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science Fair. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
More than 122 projects were on display as students from elementary, middle and high school participated in the 2026 Los Alamos County Science Fair last weekend at Piñon Elementary School.
Fifty-two students qualified for the 2026 Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science Fair, Read More
County To Host First Community Engagement Session For Bayo Canyon Trailhead Improvements
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County invites community members to participate in the first community engagement session for the Bayo Canyon Trailhead Improvement Project, an initiative focused on creating a safer, more accessible, and welcoming trailhead for users of all abilities.
The first in-person community engagement session is 5:30 p.m., Feb. 11 at Fuller Lodge. Community members are encouraged to attend to learn more about the project, review early concepts, and share input that will help guide the design process.
Besides in-person meetings, the County is offering other ways for the Read More
Video: Councilor David Reagor Discusses Jan. 27 Meeting
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor discusses the Jan. 27 council meeting. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
County: We’re Thirsty For Your Input!
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has been working to get your honest opinion — the good, the bad, and the “my water pressure could lift a rocket,” and we’re shocked by how few responses we’ve gotten.
Help us stay current by completing the Voice of the Customer Survey before it quietly flows into your brain’s “puns and opportunities missed” folder Tuesday, Feb. 17. This survey helps DPU flush out how we can better serve the community. It only takes a few minutes—just a splash of time—and we promise not to ask for your social security number, Netflix queue, or inventory Read More
Council Makes Strides To Improve Recreational Amenities
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Efforts to improve amenities for recreational enthusiasts in Los Alamos, from the athlete all the way to the pedestrian, are progressing.
During the Los Alamos County Council regular meeting, Jan. 27, council unanimously approved the North Mesa Recreation Master Plan as well as the installation of the High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signal on N.M. 4.
In the discussion of the North Mesa Recreation Master Plan, County Parks Superintendent Wendy Parker highlighted the fact that while the plan was up for approval, Read More
Last Chance To Help Name Community Broadband Network
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County invites the community to help choose the name for the Community Broadband Network (CBN) before the survey closes this Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, at noon. Results will be announced in two weeks, Feb. 18.
What is the CBN project? Where will construction begin? How fast will the internet be? Discover the answer to all these questions and more at losalamosnm.us/CBN-FAQs.
For more information, contact County Broadband Manager Jerry Smith at jerry.smith@losalamosnm.gov. Read More
LAPS Encourages Eligible Students To Ride The Bus Feb. 11
LAPS News:
It’s that time again! Los Alamos Public Schools is encouraging all eligible students to ride the school bus to and/or from school on Wednesday, February 11 as part of “Ride the Bus” Day. This initiative not only helps the environment but also funds the LAPS Transportation Department. The goal is to have 1,000 riders.
Two days a year, the New Mexico Public Education Department has each school district tally student ridership for transportation funding: once in December, and again in February. The school district receives funding for school bus transportation based on the number of Read More
Toppers Fall To Pojoaque Elks 56-66
Lan Frazier makes a layup past the defense of Joziah Salazar for 2 of his 22 points for the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Toppers traveled to Pojoaque to play the Pojoaque Elks in a non-district game played the Ben Lujan gym Tuesday night. The Toppers had a strong first half and took a small lead into the locker room at the half, but the Elks took over the game in the second half and pulled ahead for the win 56-65.
Ben Brousseau ducks under the defense of Joshua Gonzales in the first quarter as he brings the ball down court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Dylan Baca drives Read More
County Launches New Online Directory To Highlight Local Businesses, Organizations, And Community Events
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has launched a new online directory designed to showcase local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community events, making it easier for residents and visitors to discover the unique things our community has to offer.
The new directory allows businesses, organizations, and event organizers to submit their own listings directly through the County website and make updates as needed. Listings include descriptions of the business or nonprofit, contact information, photos, and relevant details to help people connect with local services, programs, Read More
League Of American Bicyclists Renews Los Alamos County’s Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community Designation
COUNTY News:
The League of American Bicyclists honored the efforts of Los Alamos County to build better places for people to bike, renewing its Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) designation on Jan. 29.
The award recognizes the County for its commitment to creating transportation and recreational resources that benefit its residents of all ages and abilities while encouraging healthier and more sustainable transportation choices.
“Building better places to bike is a shared effort,” said Bill Nesper, executive director of the League of American Bicyclists. “The communities Read More