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Council OKs $17.9M Construction Bid For Fire Station No. 4

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Los Alamos Fire Station No. 4 is set to become a brand-new building. Courtesy/LAC

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

With Los Alamos County Council’s approval of Spartan Construction of New Mexico’s $17.9 million bid; the replacement of Fire Station No. 4 is assured.

Council unanimously approved the bid during its regular meeting April 7. The start date for construction was not determined as of the council meeting, but Project Manager Sobia Sayeda said it is estimated that the project will be completed in November 2027.

The new station will be built next door to Read More

NMPW Names Los Alamos Daily Post Publisher 2026 Communicator Of Achievement

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Post news team members celebrate the statewide honor on Tuesday at Blue Window Bistro. Front row from left, Managing Editor Kirsten Laskey, Publisher Carol A. Clark, Graphic Designer Páya Pavlíková and Sports Schedule Coordinator Charlene  McHale. Back row from left, Photographer John McHale, Reporter Mark MacInnes, Newspaper Distribution Coordinator Delbert Romero, Advertising Manager KayLinda Crawford and Photographer Tomás Redondo. Not pictured are Social Media Editor Chris Clark, Photographer/Videographer Nate Limback and Bookkeeper Chip Clark. Courtesy photo

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LA Tech LLC Opens For Business In Downtown Los Alamos

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LA Tech LLC Owner Stephen Kollman in his office at 1247 Central Ave. Suite F #226. Courtesy photo

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

  • “Simplicity in technology is not accidental—it’s built through understanding.” –Stephen Kollman

Owner Stephen Kollman opened LA Tech LLC in February at 1247 Central Ave. Suite F #226 in downtown Los Alamos.

“One call does it all … complete IT solutions for homes and businesses,” Kollman said. ”From troubleshooting and repairs to full network, security, and infrastructure management — we handle it all.”

Kollman spoke about Read More

Wheeed! Celebrates Fourth Birthday April 20

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By JONATHAN LEDUC
Wheeed!

What does a snail say on the back of a turtle??

“WHEEE!”

Wheeed! will be celebrating our 4th Birthday and would like to invite anyone aged 21+ to join us from 8 a.m.–7 p.m., Monday April 20, 2026, at 555 Oppenheimer Dr. Suite 100.

We will have birthday presents, pastries and coffee from Wolf and Mermaid, enchiladas and tamales from El Parasol, plus huge discounts and giveaways!

As our birthday approaches, we take this time to reflect on the year that has been. We share this info because these numbers are publicly available, and we would like to provide some context, but we are Read More

Kiwanis Club Hears About Los Alamos Farmers Market

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Cindy Talamantes, Manager of Los Alamos Farmers Market

By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club

On April 7, the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos was treated to a talk from Cindy Talamantes, Manager of the Los Alamos Farmers Market. She was introduced by Main Street and Creative District Communications Manager Jennifer Armstrong and discussed the history, operations, and challenges of the Market and its importance to the community.

The Los Alamos Farmers Market has been in operation since 1970 and is the oldest continuous Farmers Market in the state. It has resided in many locations over the years, such as the Read More

‘Reverse Demo Days’ At Los Alamos Makers Spark Early Product Ideas And Momentum For Regional Creative Entrepreneurs

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Participants introducing themselves during a roundtable session at the recent ‘Reverse Demo Days’ event at Los Alamos Makers. Courtesy photo

Dr. Prisca Tiasse, second from right, speaks with County officials during the recent visit by Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City to Los Alamos Makers. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Makers News:

Los Alamos Makers has announced the successful completion of its recent “Reverse Demo Days”, a hands-on, exploratory event designed to introduce creative entrepreneurs to the tools, workflows, and opportunities shaping the future Read More

Los Alamos Medical Center Publishes 2025 Community Benefit Report

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LAMC News:

          • Report outlines hospital’s continued impact on health and economic vitality of Los Alamos County, the surrounding region, and Northern New Mexico

Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) this week published its community benefit report for the 2025 calendar year. This annual report outlines the various ways the hospital is working to support the health and economic vitality of Los Alamos and the greater region as part of its mission of making communities healthier®.

“Always striving to advance our mission is how we succeed as a community leader. We are dedicated to supporting those who Read More

Economic Development Session Hosted By LLA Last Week

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Scene from recent Economic Development session hosted by Leadership Los Alamos. Courtesy photo

Small group discussions at recent Economic Development session. Courtesy photo

By MARTHA KATKO
Leadership Los Alamos

Leadership Los Alamos held their Economic Development session on April 10 beginning the morning at the Research Park. Breakfast burritos from Hot Rocks were sponsored by Los Alamos Commerce and Development (LACDC). Following a short tour of the building, Dan Osborn, Los Alamos County Housing Program Coordinator, joined the class for a discussion on the housing challenges Read More

New Mexico Environment Department Watch Alert: 153 Enforcement Actions Initiated; 69 Resolved In March 2026

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NMED News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is highlighting the ongoing success of its Enforcement Watch initiative, a transparency-focused program that provides the public with consistent and timely information about the Department’s enforcement actions across environmental protection, public health, and worker safety programs.

By making enforcement data accessible, Enforcement Watch reinforces NMED’s commitment to New Mexico residents for accountability and regulatory compliance statewide.

Launched in May 2023, Enforcement Watch shares monthly Read More

RDC To Host Business Booster Workshop At SALA April 14

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From Regional Development Corporation:

Los Alamos and surrounding area businesses—we hear you! Join us from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 14, at SALA Los Alamos Event Center for a free Business Booster Workshop Intensive & Networking Lunch to boost your business.

Workshop topics:

  • Getting Seen: Marketing Workshop
  • Business Chops: Business Workshop
  • Success Stories: How Did They Make It Happen?
  • Networking Lunch with Key Resource Partners

Registration: www.rdcnm.org/events-1

More information: www.rdcnm.org/business-booster-workshops Read More