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Los Alamos County Enters Stage 2 Fire Restrictions

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COUNTY News:

Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has elevated fire restrictions to Stage 2, effective today, May 28,  within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, and natural and historical artifacts.   

Under the Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Order 2026-02, stringent restrictions and conditions are imposed as follows:

  • Building, maintaining and use of outdoor fires including campfires and recreational fires of any kind
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County Parks Team Beautifies Ashley Pond Ahead Of Friday Night Concert

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Los Alamos County Parks Director Wendy and her assistant Manny were out beautifying the Pond by spreading new mulch to make it look great for Friday night music. We are lucky to have these two County employees that take such good care of our County Parks. Thank you, Wendy and Manny. If you look, you will see them at the Pond on Friday night for music. They will also be there if any needs pop up. Photo by Don Lepsch Read More

LAHS Students Help Give Safety Town A New Look

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LAPS Superintendent Jennifer Guy, along with teacher James Steritz, police officers and students pose with the new buildings that will be unveiled at this year’s Safety Town. Courtesy/LAPS

Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone, left,  poses with the new Safety Town buildings along with Officers Harris, Smith and Weiss. Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

Los Alamos High School students in the Stagecraft and Theatrical Building Trades class, in collaboration with Los Alamos County and the Los Alamos Police Department, have been busy building new props for this year’s Safety Town. Safety Town Read More

McKenzie Endorses Theresa Cull For County Council

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By Judy McKenzie
Los Alamos

I’m supporting Theresa Cull for County Council because of her dedicated service to Los Alamos County. 

She has done an outstanding job for connecting with people and supporting the needs of the county. 

In her efforts to be a good representative of the people she has listened to all sides so she can make educated decisions.

She has my vote! Read More

Armbruster Endorses Joe Granville For County Council

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By KARYL ANN ARMBRUSTER
Los Alamos 

Having Joe Granville run for County Council is such a breath of fresh air. Joe is a man of the people. He brings experiences and knowledge of life that many people have never even considered.

Joe spent 20 years in the transportation industry, as a driver, operations manager and CEO of High Desert Delivery. In his transportation career, Joe managed payroll, hired and trained new employees, oversaw vehicle maintenance, and addressed transportation safety, which makes him uniquely qualified to address transportation safety issues in our town while understanding Read More

Los Alamos Golf Course Memorial Day Tournament Results

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Golf Course hosted a two-day tournament over the long Memorial Day weekend featuring a two person best ball net format.

Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 began with a 9 a.m. shotgun start both days.

Tournament results:

Championship Flight

  • 1st Gross Scott Winegar & Eric Rich
  • 2nd Gross Brad King & Jamie Aslin
  • 1st Net Tony Fox & Stacy Howze
  • 2nd Net Pat Metzger & Mike Lippiatt

First Flight

  • 1st Gross Mike Finney & Eddie Sanchez
  • 2nd Gross Dave Apel & Tom Gravlin
  • 1st Net Kevin Brake & James Merhege
  • 2nd Net Ross Capon & Kiko Rael

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Op-Ed: Don’t Join The Flock

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By JIM RICKMAN
Los Alamos

Big Brother is relentlessly watching the citizens of little Los Alamos, but who is watching Big Brother?

Over the past months, a growing network of surveillance cameras have been mysteriously installed on lamp posts along Trinity and Diamond drives. These cameras ostensibly are automatic license plate readers, Flock cameras, or some cheaper knock off. Regardless of the brand, these systems are entirely self-contained, never blinking or running out of power—watching every coming and going every minute of every day.

Data about your travels, the configuration of Read More

More Scenes From First Friday Night Concert Of 2026

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Platinum-awarded duo, Downtown Avenue performs Friday at Ashley Pond Park to kick off the 2026 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

The crowd dances to Downtown Avenue performing Friday at Ashley Pond Park, kicking off the 2026 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Scene from the first concert of the 2026 Summer Concert Series. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

The crowd visits booths and food vendors Friday during the first concert of the 2026 Summer Concert series. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com Read More