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Posts From The Road: 2025 Year In Review Part 2

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Sheep Creek Bay: Sheep Creek is one of many contributors to Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Seen is Sheep Creek Bay, framed nicely by the red cliffs and hills, which is a part of the large and long reservoir. This is near Wyoming and it is easy to visualize how the reservoir is opening up and becoming wider as it exits the deep canyons to the southern part of Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Viewpoint: A group of hikers stop at a viewpoint near the Canyon Rim Campground to view the river and canyon below. The viewpoint is near the Red Canyon Visitor Center. The river is hundreds Read More

Two New Businesses Open In Los Alamos: Los Alamos Mold Inspectors And Charisma Healing LLC

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Partner and environmental health advocate Jessica Hoffland operates Charisma Healing LLC, and Los Alamos Mold Inspectors Co-owner and lead inspector Dennis Morrison. Courtesy photo

BUSINESS News:

Los Alamos Mold Inspectors — a medically-informed residential and commercial mold inspection service — is expanding education and support for residents who experience worsening symptoms in winter months or while spending extended time indoors.

Co-owner and lead inspector Dennis Morrison provides thorough, evidence-based mold inspections, moisture mapping, and environmental sampling Read More

Houck: Thinking Of Selling Your Home?

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By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty, LLC

The holiday season has come to a close, family visits are wrapping up, and it’s time to refocus and get back to work. If selling your home is on your mind, we’d like to share a few important considerations.

One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is how you want to sell your home:

  • Use a broker to fully market and manage the sale
  • Use a broker only for transaction management and paperwork after finding a buyer
  • Or sell entirely on your own (FSBO)

While we may be a bit biased, it’s worth honestly considering the time, effort, and responsibilities involved—especially Read More

McQuiston: Happy New Year … May It Be Good To You

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By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963

As we close the chapter on another year and stand at the threshold of new beginnings, there’s something special about this moment. The turning of the calendar brings with it a sense of possibility, a chance to reflect on where we’ve been and dream about where we’re going.

This past year has held its share of challenges and triumphs, lessons learned and memories made. Whether it brought you closer to your goals or taught you resilience in unexpected ways, each experience has shaped the person you are today. Read More

Daily Postcard: ‘Strange Trio’ Illuminated At Overlook Park

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Daily Postcard: ‘Strange Trio’ sculpture illuminated by ground lighting Thursday night at the corner of Meadow Lane and Overlook Road in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Strange Trio History
Staff Report 

The public was invited to attend a re-dedication ceremony and ribbon-cutting event for “Strange Trio” on Dec. 2, 2015. The colossal steel sculpture was relocated Oct. 13, 2015 to the entrance of Overlook Park at the intersection of Meadow Lane and Overlook Road in White Rock.

Speakers at that event a decade ago included then County Council Chair Kristin Henderson, Art Read More

‘Everything 50% Off Sale’ Underway At White Rock Toys & Gaming Until Jan. 25!

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BUSINESS News:

White Rock Toys & Gaming is holding a 50% off everything In the store sale until Jan. 25.

The store is open noon to 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays at 108 Longview Drive in White Rock.

White Rock Toys & Gaming is in the building directly behind Smith’s store.

For more information, call 505.709.8496. Read More

Support Group To Discuss Weight Loss With GLP-1 Drugs

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COMMUNITY News:

A support group that started to discuss weight loss with GLP-1 drugs in 2025 will continue in 2026.

“We’ve been getting a lot of positive feedback from local doctors, nurse practitioners, and other medical professionals who keep telling us how needed something like this is in our community,” said Kate Cleveland. “Yes, there are plenty of online support groups for people using GLP-1 medications, but sitting in a room together is a different experience entirely.”

The group is about being in a space where people can laugh, compare notes, and help reduce the stigma that still lingers Read More

New Mexico Earns National And Global Recognition As A Top Travel Destination For 2026

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STATE News: 

SANTA FE – Destinations across New Mexico have been recognized by leading national travel and lifestyle media publications as the best places to visit in 2026, reinforcing the Land of Enchantment’s growing momentum as a premier global travel destination.

Marquee media outlets including Frommer’s, Condé Nast Traveler, U.S. News & World Report, and Brit + Co have spotlighted New Mexico’s cities, towns, and iconic experiences, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Taos, and historic Route 66, highlighting the state’s rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and meaningful Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: Jan. 2-8, 2025

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PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for Jan. 2-8, 2025:

Friday, Jan. 2, 2026

  • 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 12-16–25
  • 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
  • 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce “New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax”
  • 7 p.m. — PAC 8 Summer Media Classes
  • 8 p.m.
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Local Love Holiday Contest Announces Week Four Winner: Ashley Mayfield Applegate

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BUSINESS News: 

Places and Spaces Los Alamos is excited to announce the Week 4 winner of the Local Love Holiday “Snap, Tag, and Share” contest! Congratulations to Ashley Mayfield Applegate, who has won the Week 4 $100 Local Love Gift Card for showing her Local Love at Beef + Leaf Cafe. This gift card may be used for purchases at any of the more than 120 local businesses in Los Alamos and White Rock, and is the fourth of many prizes to be distributed throughout the holiday season.

The Local Love Holiday Contest can be entered by visiting local businesses in the Los Alamos and White Rock area, Read More