Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Weekend Is Underway!
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo got underway Friday and continues through Sunday. Events kicked off with the Summer Concert Friday night and this morning’s parade down Central Avenue.
The remainder of today and Sunday are filled with exhibits, the rodeo, and the Sheriff’s Cowboy Dinner & Dance this evening at the Posse Lodge.
Events Schedule:
Saturday Aug. 2
- Festival & Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ashley Pond Park
- County Fair Exhibits, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mesa Public Library
- Pie Baking Contest, judging until 1 p.m. at Ashley Pond Park
- County Rodeo, including watermelon
2025 Fair & Rodeo Photo & Fine Art Competition Winners
Steve Bublitz earned the 1st place blue ribbon in the adult class for his ‘Los Alamos Moon’ shot in the 2025 Fair & Rodeo photography competition. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
Rai Farrell earned the 1st place blue ribbon in the adult class fine art competition for his ‘This Pit We Dug Together’ entry. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Read More
Los Alamos Arts Council Announces August Events
Scene from LAAC’s spring arts and crafts fair. Courtesy/LAAC
LAAC News:
As summer winds down, the Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) is wrapping up its seasonal programming and preparing for a busy fall, filled with community arts events.
One of the highlights of the August calendar is the Annual Summer Arts & Crafts Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, on the lawn at Fuller Lodge. This free, family-friendly event attracts vendors from across New Mexico, offering handmade arts and crafts, food, cosmetics, jewelry, clothing, decor, and more.
Set against the historic backdrop of Fuller Lodge Read More
Video: Councilor Ryn Herrmann Shares Meeting Highlights
Los Alamos County Councilor Ryn Herrmann gives a briefing on Tuesday’s meeting during a recent visit to the Los Alamos Daily Post newsroom. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
LAPD: Charges Dismissed And Refiled Against Nadia Lopez
LAPD News:
On July 31, 2025, the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) dismissed, without prejudice, all charges against defendant Nadia Lopez in Los Alamos Magistrate Court. (Speeding, careless driving and failure to maintain a traffic lane in the 2024 crash that killed Charlie McMillan).
The charges have since been refiled in Los Alamos Municipal Court.
This procedural decision was made to enable the department to have consistent legal representation throughout the judicial process. Read More
2025 Fair & Rodeo Horticulture Competition Winners
Betsey Comley won First Place and Reserve Grand Champion in the 2025 Fair & Rodeo Horticulture Competition. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
Here’s the First Place Adult Designer’s Choice winning entry in the 2025 Fair & Rodeo Horticulture Competition. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Read More
Los Alamos County Clerk Urges Property Owners To Re-enroll In Fraud Guard Alert Service
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office is asking property owners to re-enroll in Fraud Guard, a free online property fraud alert service, after a software issue may have left some initial sign-ups incomplete.
Homeowners who have not yet joined the program are also encouraged to do so.
Fraud Guard, launched in April 2023, notifies participants by email if a document bearing their name is recorded in the Clerk’s Office. Receiving an alert allows individuals to quickly verify whether the activity is legitimate, helping detect and address potential property fraud before serious financial Read More
Rep. Chris Chandler Emphasizes Need To Regulate AI During Two Day Meeting Of State Legislature’s Science, Technology & Telecommunications Committee Held In Los Alamos
Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler, left, leads a discussion on AI at the New Mexico State Legislature’s Science, Technology & Telecommunications Committee meeting Tuesday morning in Council Chambers at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Chandler emphasized that the legislature should take steps to regulate AI while not stifling its growth. ‘I think we should impose an obligation on developers to make sure the products they are marketing to other companies or individuals … kind of meet the good housekeeping seal of approval,’ Chandler said. Attending Tuesday’s meeting virtually, Read More
Rodeo Dinner & Dance At Sheriffs Posse Lodge Saturday
Recycling Right In Los Alamos: What To Know, What To Avoid, And How To Keep Bears Out Of The Trash
Los Alamos Eco Station on West Jemez Road. Courtesy/LAC
GREEN News:
As Los Alamos County continues to promote sustainable waste practices, residents are encouraged to stay up to date on best recycling habits and proper trash management, especially in areas frequented by wildlife.
Recycling, what goes in and what should stay out.
1. Items that can be recycled:
- Clean paper / mix cardboard
- Clean cardboard that is broken down to manageable sizes
- Metal cans (aluminum, tin, and steel)
- Plastics labeled #1-7’s (must be rinsed and free of residue)
- Please remove contained plastic items from plastic
County: Utility Field Work Underway For Broadband Project
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County officials have announced that field work for Los Alamos County’s Community Broadband Network (CBN) has begun, as crews begin utility data collection to support the design of this County-led fiber-optic network.
The effort will continue through September and involves assessing planned aerial and underground routes throughout Los Alamos and White Rock, including on some private property.
Crews are evaluating existing utility poles to determine whether fiber can be attached or if the poles require modification. They are also examining both existing and Read More
Los Alamos County Fair Schedule Of Events Aug. 1–3
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Fair festivities will be kicking off Friday, Aug.1, at 2 p.m. See below for the full schedule of events.
Friday, Aug. 1
- 2–8 p.m., County Fair Exhibits, Mesa Public Library
- 6–9 p.m., Friday Night Summer Concert Series: Brandon Saiz, Ashley Pond Park
Saturday, Aug. 2
- 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Festival & Fair, Ashley Pond Park
- 10 a.m.–3 p.m., County Fair Exhibits, Mesa Public Library
- 10 a.m., County Fair Parade, Central Ave.
- Pie Baking Contest(PDF, 57KB), Ashley Pond Park
- Entry submission: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Judging: 12–1 p.m.
- 2–5 p.m., County Rodeo, including watermelon
County Launches Los Alamos NOW App For Citizens
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has launched an app so that citizens can easily reach County staff and find County information with the app that is specific to this community and compatible with Android and IOS smart phones!
Use the Los Alamos NOW App to:
- Report road issues
- Ask billing questions
- Find info on parks
- See traffic cameras
- Submit crime trips
- And more!
Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Weekend Kicks Off With Friday Night Summer Concert & The Brandon Saiz Band
By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
SANCRE Productions
Exit Advantage Realty, Title Guaranty, and Bell Bank Mortgage have teamed up to bring us the 10th show of the 2025 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series featuring The Brandon Saiz Band. This Friday, Aug. 1, come out to the free event from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and enjoy a multitude of food vendors, kids’ activities, information booths, non-profit row, and most importantly, great music!
This event officially kicks off the annual Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo weekend festivities. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with our fantastic opening talent act, the students Read More
Neal-Clinton: 2025 Annual Enrollment Update On Humana, UnitedHealthcare & Aetna
By BEVERLY NEAL-CLINTON
The Retirement Answer Team
Editor’s note: Beverly Neal-Clinton is sharing this information in her role with The Retirement Answer Team and not as a Los Alamos County Councilor.
Los Alamos County is announcing its 2025 health benefit annual enrollment period, set for Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. This year’s enrollment is accompanied by major industry changes, including Humana’s withdrawal from the Los Alamos area, and multiple lawsuits against Humana, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna involving federal investigations, “steering” practices, Medicare Advantage ratings, and Read More
Council Proclaims August 2025 ‘Bear Month In Los Alamos’
At Tuesday’s Los Alamos County Council meeting, Councilor Randall Ryti, on behalf of the Council, presents a proclamation to Pajarito Environmental Education Center Executive Director Jillian Rubio, left, and Land of Enchantment Wildlife Foundation Executive Director Nirankar Horak, designating August 2025 as ‘Bear Month in Los Alamos County’. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Aquatic Center Main Pool Open!
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County staff have been working diligently to get the main pool operational. Due to their efforts, the Aquatic Center’s main pool will reopen at 12 p.m., today, Wednesday, July 30, with normal business hours.
As scheduled, the Main Pool and Therapy Pool will be open on Saturday, Aug. 2, and the Leisure Lagoon will be closed for scheduled maintenance through Aug. 24.
For additional information, call 505.662.8170 or email lacrec@lacnm.us. Read More
Council Proclaims: ‘Distracted Driving Awareness Month’
Los Alamos County Councilor Suzie Havemann, on behalf of the Council, presents a proclamation designating August 2025 as ‘Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Los Alamos County’ to Los Alamos Chief of Police Dino Sgambellone, left, and Cmdr. Christopher Ross, during the July 29 meeting this evening in Council Chambers. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Atomic City Transit To Adjust Rte. 1 Service Near Entrada/Cooperative Market Effective Monday Aug. 4, 2025
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
Scenes From White Rock Branch Library’s Street Fair
Leading a demonstration, Department of Public Utilities Pipefitter Ricardo Lambert shows a young audience the consequences of prohibited material finding its way down into sewer pipes in Los Alamos. Spoiler: the results are foul! The demonstration was part of the street fair festivities held Saturday morning at the White Rock Branch Library to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the library. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Alex Diaz of Wise Fool New Mexico gives out a high-five, literally, during the street fair Saturday at the White Rock Branch Library. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More