An Open Book: Ode To The White Rock Library … And This Column’s 10th Anniversaries
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Los Alamos
Editor’s Note: Along with recognizing the 10th anniversary of the White Rock Branch Library (ribbon cutting held July 31, 2015), the Los Alamos Daily Post is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the popular column, “An Open Book”, written by David Izraelevitz (first published Aug. 5, 2015). Below is that column.
I recently visited Carol A. Clark and Bonnie Gordon at the Los Alamos Daily Post office to congratulate them on the inaugural print issue of their newspaper.
As a fellow hard-hitting journalist, I know how challenging it is to maintain a high quality press Read More
Council Assesses Housing & Economic Development Efforts
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
So how are things looking for Los Alamos’ housing and economy? Great, according to County officials.
Los Alamos County Housing and Special Projects Manager Dan Osborn along with Economic Development Administrator Shanna Sasser provided updates to the County’s housing and economic development efforts during County Council’s recent work session.
As far as housing is concerned, Osborn ticked off a list of completed items including the affordable housing plan and the new contract with the Santa Fe Community Housing Trust Read More
Revised Cowboy Breakfast Schedule For July & August
Sheriff’s Posse News:
The monthly Cowboy Breakfast schedule at the Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse Lodge is different for July and August this year.
Revised Schedule:
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- The Cowboy Breakfast will not be held in July; and
- The August breakfast will be held Aug. 10 (the second Sunday) rather than the usual first Sunday, due to the new rodeo schedule.
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The Sheriff’s Posse will be serving the Cowboy dinner 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 2, followed 7-9 p.m. with a dance as part of Rodeo Weekend.
“Please forgive us for not preparing a Cowboy Breakfast for you this weekend, as we celebrate the 4th of July weekend Read More
County To Hold Workshop For Home-Based Businesses
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Development Department is hosting a free public workshop titled “Home Business Basics: Permits, Planning & Pathways to Growth.” The workshop is designed to help aspiring and current home-based business owners navigate the steps to get started and stay compliant.
The workshop will take place from 5:30–7 p.m., Tuesday, July 15, in Council Chambers at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building (1000 Central Ave.). Details on how to join the workshop virtually can be found at https://lacnm.com/HomeBusinessWorkshop.
Topics include:
- What qualifies
ACT Announces New On-Demand Service App, MyRide
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) is pleased to announce a new, convenient way to book on-demand bus rides: MyRide. MyRide is a free app that Los Alamos citizens can use to request free door-to-door service. Users can make same-day requests, and rides are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition to calling to request a ride, ACT Assist users now have the option to book paratransit service through MyRide too.
The app is available to download on Google Play or the App Store. After download and registration, MyRide users need only input their desired pickup and drop-off locations Read More
Sedan & Atomic City Transit Collide Near Lab Guard Shack
Scene of a sedan and an Atomic City Transit Bus collision this morning near the guard shack at East/West Jemez, resulting in minor injuries. The cause is under investigation. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Another scene of the sedan and an Atomic City Transit Bus collision this morning near the guard shack at East/West Jemez, resulting in minor injuries. The cause is under investigation. Courtesy/LAPD
Update: The crash scene is cleared and the road is open.
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) received a call at approximately 10:35 a.m. today, July 2, reporting a traffic Read More
2025 4th Of July Spectacular, Drone Show & Summer Concert With Fortunate Son Friday At Ashley Pond Park
Fortunate Son – a Creedence Clearwater (CCR) Revival Tribute band headlines Friday’s Summer Concert and 4th of July Spectacular and drone show at Ashley Pond Park. Check out: https://youtu.be/cVSeqWMdWIo and https://www.fortunatesontribute.com. Courtesy/Sancre Productions
By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
Sancre Productions
The 2025, 4th of July Spectacular & Summer Concert is 4-10 p.m. Friday at Ashley Pond Park with headliner Fortunate Son – a Creedence Clearwater (CCR) Revival Tribute band.
The day of entertainment begins at 4 p.m. with Los Alamos Community Winds – a staple of Read More
Upcoming Public Tours Of Los Alamos County’s Water Production Infrastructure
COUNTY News:
Three public tours of Los Alamos County’s water production infrastructure are scheduled for the second Fridays in July, August and September. The tours are free but space is limited! Tickets are available at ladpu.com/well.
The tours are being offered in response to community demand following the launch of public wastewater plant tours by the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) earlier this year.
Registrants will get a glimpse of SCADA, which is used to continuously monitor all the wells, boosters and tanks in the system. They will then visit a sampling of these booster Read More
Open Space & Trail Management Draft Plan Release Update
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Open Space and Trails Division is excited to announce the release of the Draft Open Space and Trails Management Plan, now available for public review and comment.
Developed in partnership with Sites Southwest Consultants, the draft plan streamlines and consolidates multiple past planning efforts into a single, easy-to-use document.
The updated plan removes redundancies, resolves past conflicts, and introduces new strategies focused on accessibility, public education, ecological restoration, and data-driven management.
This plan lays the foundation Read More
LAPD: Missing Juvenile Located And Safe
LAPD News:
Missing juvenile Sawyar Thronas has been located and reunited with family members.
The employees of the Los Alamos Police Department thank the community for their assistance.
“We are proud of our employees who come together in times of need, and appreciate the community’s help with sharing information, which can help us locate missing persons,” Cmdr. Daniel Roberts said. Read More
LAPD Asks Public’s Assistance Locating Missing Juvenile
Sawyer Thronas
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) received a call at approximately 9:44 a.m. today, July 1, reporting a missing juvenile, Sawyer Thronas, 11, of Los Alamos.
Thronas was reported last seen around 9 a.m. today on Woodland Road.
LAPD was provided with the following description of Thronas:
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- 11-year-old-female;
- 5’4” tall;
- Hispanic; and
- Brown hair, with a possible blue tint.
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Thronas was last seen wearing:
- Dark gray oversized shirt;
- Jeans; and
- Black Converse-style shoes.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Thronas is encouraged to contact LAPD at 505.662.8222. Read More
Step Up Gallery Announces Call For Art: Self Portraits
Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
ART News:
Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library has put out a Call for Art for a very special exhibit it is planning. It’s a show of self-portraits. The show name is “Projection and Confession: Self-Portraits” and runs Sept. 18 to Oct. 18.
“We value local artists and would love to see and show distinctive self-portraits created by local and regional working artists in this exceptional exhibit,” Step Up Gallery said.
The full CFA and application can be downloaded at https://stepupgallery.org/call-for-art/.
This is not a juried show, but Step Up Gallery requests that Read More
Oversized Crane Transport On NM502 Through Downtown To Los Alamos Ice Rink July 2
COUNTY News:
As part of the project to install a new chiller at the Los Alamos Ice Rink, a 140-ton crane and one tractor-trailer will be traveling through Downtown Los Alamos on route to the Ice Rink on West Road between 9 a.m. and noon, Wednesday July 2.
Due to its weight the crane and the tractor-trailer cannot cross the Omega Bridge and therefore will be traveling up the Main Hill on NM502/East Rd, then through Trinity Dr. to Diamond Dr. before turning onto West Rd. to the Ice Rink. If needed, the Los Alamos Police Department will provide escorts to the crane on its way up NM502 and travel through downtown. Read More
Upcoming Social Services Office Hours At The Library
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Social Services Division is offering convenient evening hours at the Mesa Public Library to better assist people that may not be able to meet during regular business hours.
Community members who need assistance with housing services, utility payments, food instability, or connections to other resources in the county are encouraged to stop by for a one-on-one meeting to learn how Social Services may be able to help.
No appointment is necessary.
The Social Services staff will be available monthly at the Mesa Public Public Library in a study room on the following Read More
Status Of County Goals & Objectives Perfomance Updates
COUNTY News:
Residents interested in the status of County goals and objectives will be pleased to learn that the Los Alamos County Performance Metrics Dashboard has been updated and is available online.
The dashboard tracks the County departments’ progress of the five goals identified in the 2025 Strategic Leadership Plan: Quality Governance, Operational Excellence, Economic Vitality, Quality of Life and Environmental Stewardship, as well as the 22 objectives. Department staff update the dashboard regularly as progress advances each objective.
Questions can be directed Read More
Chess Club At Mesa Public Library Launches July 1
LIBRARY News:
The community is invited to join a group of chess friends, 6-7:30 p.m. every Tuesday in Meeting Room 2/3 at Mesa Public Library.
All levels are welcome to drop in and play. For beginners, find experienced chess players available to help you learn and practice.
For experienced players, come to find a community of people who share your passion for the game.
The library will be happy to consider tournaments, excursions, competitions, and other special events as a part of this series. Read More
MOWW Presents Silver Patrick Henry Award To Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone For Outstanding Service
Commander Gregg Giesler, left, on behalf of the MG Franklin E. Miles Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars at its June 17 dinner, presented the Silver Patrick Henry Award to Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone in recognition of his outstanding service to the community and the Nation. Courtesy/MOWW
MOWW News:
The MG Franklin E. Miles Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) at its June 17 dinner presented the Silver Patrick Henry Award to Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone in recognition of his outstanding service to the community and the Nation.
Proclamation: Read More
Scenes From Los Alamos Airport Open House Saturday
The Los Alamos County Airport, in cooperation with Chapter 691 of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and Los Alamos ScienceFest 2025, hosted an Open House Saturday morning that included aviation activities, exhibits, and fun with various experimental aircraft, many built in Los Alamos and the surrounding area. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Kevin Carpenter is seated in the EAA Hangar’s flight simulator to try his hand at flying the virtual over Los Alamos and the surrounding area as Instructor Skip Egdorf watches and helps him stay on course. Carpenter said he wants to become Read More
Republican Party Of Los Alamos To Host Red, White & Blue Independence Day Picnic At Pinon Park Saturday July 5
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
Dear Friends:
Please join us for our annual Independence Day Picnic on Saturday, July 5, at Pinon Park in White Rock. Bring a side or dessert to share. RSVP to rpla.vicechair@gmail.com.
Also, be sure to look for our table at the 4th of July Spectacular celebration on Friday, July 4, at Ashley Pond Park.
We heard from Eric Stromberg at our Central Committee meeting on June 19. Concerns about the recent 9% electric rate hike and 7% sewage rate hike were raised. Councilor (David) Reagor was the only NO vote for these ordinance changes. Forcing all citizens Read More
