Chart 78: COVID-19 In New Mexico May 31
The cumulative number of diagnoses and deaths in the state of New Mexico versus date. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 7,689 With 5 More Deaths And 2,853 Patients Recovered
PLEASE NOTE: Due to a technical delay affecting Sunday reporting totals, reporting results from some private labs to the New Mexico Department of Health are delayed Sunday, May 31. As a result, the following data reflects only a partial total. This delay does not originate with the Department of Health. The delayed results will be included in the state’s reporting Monday, June 1, or as soon as they are received and lab-confirmed. We are continuing to actively investigate cases that are reported to the state throughout the day.
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced Read More
Lightning Strike Knocks Out Power To Some 400 Homes In White Rock For More Than Eight Hours Saturday Night
COUNTY News:
Lightning struck a utility pole around 8:30 p.m. Saturday on La Senda in White Rock, causing a major power outage.
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) estimates that 400 customers west of Sherwood Boulevard and south in the La Senda and Pajarito Acres neighborhoods were without power for more than eight hours.
Working through the night and the storm, DPU’s linemen replaced the pole and fully restored power to all customers by 5 a.m. today.
DPU reminds customers to report power outages to the Customer Care Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at 505.662.8333 Read More
LAFD Rescues Hiker On Trail Near Rim Road
Los Alamos Firefighters rescue a man Friday on a trail near Rim Road. LAFD explained that the man was running on the trail and aggravated an old knee injury. He called for help and LAFD hiked in and carried him out on a stokes basket without incident. Photo by Andy Phelps
Scene from local firefighters rescuing a man Friday on a trail near Rim Road who was running and aggravated an old knee injury. Photo by Andy Phelps
Scene from local firefighters rescuing a man Friday on a trail near Rim Road who was running and aggravated an old knee injury. Photo by Andy Phelps
Scene from local firefighters rescuing Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 7,624 With 7 More Deaths And 2,835 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 134 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 6 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 7 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 19 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Chaves County
- 2 new cases in Cibola County
- 11 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 58 new cases in McKinley County
- 1 new case in Rio Arriba County
- 1 new case in Roosevelt County
- 8 new cases in Sandoval
Derkacs: Asking For Your Vote
By DENISE DERKACS
Democratic Candidate
Los Alamos County Council
My name is Denise Derkacs. I’m running for County Council because I want to help Los Alamos County plan for growth and embrace the future while preserving the past and the amenities that make Los Alamos a wonderful place to live.
As a 38-year resident of Los Alamos County and a retiree from Los Alamos National Laboratory after 20 years of employment, I have both the desire and the time to study and address the challenges currently facing the County. I hope to apply my personal experience raising a family in the County and my professional Read More
Chart 76: COVID-19 In New Mexico May 29
The bars show the number of COVID-19 related deaths, reported by the New Mexico Department of Health versus day. The line shows the seven-day average. Created by Eli Ben-NaimCanceled: Annual July 4th Extravaganza Due To COVID-19
COUNTY News:
The annual 4th of July Celebration at Overlook Park will not take place this year due to crowd considerations in regard to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The cancellation includes both the daytime festivities and the evening fireworks show.
The annual event is organized and run by the Los Alamos Kiwanis Club under contract with Los Alamos County.
“The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos will miss seeing all of the smiling faces and sharing in the family fun this 4th of July,” said Kiwanis 4th of July Event Chair Stephen Boerigter. “We trust you are all staying safe and that you will still take the time Read More
Traffic Alert: Road Work 15th At Myrtle Saturday & Monday
Traffic Alert:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities water crews will repair the west side of 15th Street at Myrtle after replacing a waterline a couple of weeks ago.
For two days, Saturday May 30 and Monday June 1, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., 15 St, will be reduced to one lane with a flagging operation to maintain north and southbound traffic.
DPU officials advise motorists to expect delays and observe the speed limit and traffic control devices in the area.
For more information, contact the Customer Care Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, at 505.662.8333 or CustomerCare@lacnm.us. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 7,493 With 9 More Deaths And 2,728 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 133 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 6 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 9 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 12 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Curry County
- 7 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 1 new case in Eddy County
- 2 new cases in Lea County
- 1 new case in Luna County
- 58 new cases in McKinley County
- 4 new cases
Traffic Alert: Water Line Break At 34th North Of Villa
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities water crews are responding to a water line break at 9:30 a.m. today on 34th Street north of Villa.
The road is closed at the repair site and traffic is detoured on to 33rd Street.
DPU customers on 34th Street may experience low water pressure.
Depending on the severity of the break, water services to these customer may need to be terminated. The estimated time of repairs is 4 p.m. today.
If water services are terminated, DPU offers the following considerations for customers when their water is restored:
- At first water may appear murky
Board Of Public Utilities Meeting And Quorum Notice
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will meet in closed session via teleconference at 2 p.m. June 2.
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss information pertaining to limited personnel matters – Utilities Manager performance review and planning. Read More
White: Why I’m A County Council Candidate
By GREG WHITE
Democratic Candidate
Los Alamos County Council
My name is Greg White. I am running for County Council because I really love this community and I am really frustrated with the Council and top management of the County and the pervasive “Can’t Do” attitude.
The Council is suppose to Lead And Oversee. But there is no leadership from the Council, let alone oversight. They constantly fail to adequately question County staff. And a lot of the questions they do ask, they should have known the answer to before the meeting.
I’ve repeatedly emailed the Council and staff with measures they can Read More
Los Alamos County Absentee Ballot Deadline Nears
County Clerk Naomi Maestas
From the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office:
Important absentee by-mail deadline approaching! County Clerk Naomi Maestas would like to remind voters that ballots must physically be received by the Clerk’s Office no later than 7 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, June 2.
As of this afternoon, our records show there are 2,134 outstanding absentee by-mail ballots that need to be returned to our office.
Per NMSA 1-6-10, Receipt of mailed ballots by clerk. C. Completed official mailing envelopes shall be accepted until 7 p.m. on election day. D. Any completed official mailing Read More
Chart 75: COVID-19 In New Mexico May 28
The number of diagnoses reported in Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos counties versus date. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 7,364 With 6 More Deaths And 2,684 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 108 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 6 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 6 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 51 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 2 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Curry County
- 3 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 2 new cases in Eddy County
- 18 new cases in McKinley County
- 1 new case in Otero County
- 3 new case in Rio Arriba County
Temporary Restricted Use Of LA Mesa Trail To Benefit Aspen Ridge Residents During COVID-19 Pandemic
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services announced this morning that beginning Friday, May 29, a portion of the LA Mesa Trail near the eastern edge of Los Alamos will be reserved for use only by Aspen Ridge residents.
This restriction on the trail use will allow Aspen Ridge residents the opportunity to walk on this trail while still isolating from others. The reservation of the trail will occur 8-11 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
The reserved use of the trail for these residents during the COVID-19 pandemic came about as a result of a suggestion from a resident, and with the cooperation
Sheehey: Physical Distancing, Social Cohesion
By PETE SHEEHEY
Los Alamos County Councilor
Rather than “social distancing” to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus, we mostly need physical distancing and social cohesion.
Physical distancing: if everyone covers their mouth and nose, and keeps six feet or more apart in public spaces, that minimizes breathing each other’s exhaled particles, the main path of contagion for the virus.
Social cohesion: only by all of us observing safe practices, as we help each other and do our business locally, can we buy time for medical research to develop effective treatments and vaccines, allowing a safe Read More
Canceled: County Transportation Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board Meeting scheduled for June 4 has been canceled.
The County IT Department is working on a Zoom Webinar system to utilize for future meeting.
The date of the next meeting will be announced in the near future. Read More
NWS: Today’s High Near 76; Tonight’s Low Around 56
The National Weather Service forecasts today’s high in Los Alamos near 76 with a 40 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms and tonight’s low around 56. Courtesy/NWS Read More