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County Website Improvements Begin This Month

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Screenshot of new County website homepage. Courtesy photo

COUNTY News:

Starting this month, Los Alamos County is rolling out a series of improvements to the County website to make the site the digital hub of County information.

As of May 21, there is a new design for the website with all information categorized under five main topics: Community, Business, Visit, Government, and Services. Over the next couple of months, the pages under those topics will be organized to make it easier to navigate.

The fresh new homepage highlights County news and events, as well as timely information on the strategic Read More

County Opens Online Platform For Local Businesses

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A screenshot of the Visit Los Alamos homepage. Courtesy/LAC

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

In February, Los Alamos County hit the button to make the business and events directories on the Los Alamos County website as well as Visit Los Alamos website go live, providing a platform for local businesses and nonprofits to promote themselves and events at no charge.

Economic Development Project Manager Anita Barela said there are 71 businesses registered on the site, but hopefully more will take advantage of the opportunity.

“We have this great thing for people Read More

Cathy D’Anna Retires As DPU PR Manager

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Department of Public Utilities Public Relations Manager Cathy D’Anna retired May 19 after 20 years of service to Los Alamos County. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

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

Working for a public utility company was never something Cathy D’Anna planned to do; but pivoting in her job led to a career she said she has loved.

Now, after four-and-a-half years working as the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities’ (DPU) Public Relations Manager, D’Anna retired on May 19. DPU Conservation Coordinator Abbey Hayward has taken Read More

ACT Announces Temporary Service Suspensions

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COUNTY News:

          • Routes 2M and Peak Service on Route 6 and 1 will be suspended beginning Monday June 1

Due to a staff shortage, Atomic City Transit (ACT) will suspend operations of Route 2M and certain peak service trips on Routes 6 and 1 beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, until further notice. The County apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates its riders’ understanding during this time.

Transit Manager James Barela indicated that this decision was not made lightly.

“Suspending these services is a difficult decision because we understand how important and widely used they are by our residents,” Read More

County Addresses Pedestrian Concerns Along Central

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One five on-street parking spaces located near crosswalks between 15th Street and 20th Street that have been removed through placement of yellow diagonal/crosshatch markings and yellow curb to indicate parking prohibition, due to concerns expressed about pedestrian safety. Courtesy/LAC

Another of the five on-street parking spaces located near crosswalks between 15th Street and 20th Street along Central Avenue has been removed through placement of yellow diagonal/crosshatch markings and yellow curb to indicate parking prohibition, due to concerns expressed about pedestrian safety. Read More

Specter Endorses Steven Lynne For County Council

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By ELLEN SPECTER
Los Alamos

I wholeheartedly endorse Steven Lynne for County Council and urge you to join me in voting for him in the primary which is currently underway.

I have known Steven for over 25 years. When I served on the School Board 2017-2026, we worked together regularly to discuss and collaborate on joint LAPS-Los Alamos County projects and issues of common concern. 

Steven is the epitome of a servant leader who wants to continue to contribute to the wellbeing of our community. He embodies honesty, integrity and thoughtfulness. I admire Steven’s calm decision making process, which Read More

Piñon Splash Pad Opening Tomorrow For 2026 Season 

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Piñon Splash Pad in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News: 

Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division has announced the Piñon Splash Pad at 10 Sherwood Blvd. in White Rock will open for the season at 10 a.m., Friday, May 22.  

The Splash Pad is operational 10 a.m.–7 p.m., seven days a week, and is scheduled to be open through Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1, 2026.  

Adult supervision is recommended for the Splash Pad area, as this is an unsupervised facility. Athletic or similar equipment is not allowed, and animals are prohibited. Those using the facility are asked not to climb on the water features Read More

County Offices To Close May 25 For Memorial Day

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COUNTY News:

In observance of Memorial Day, some Los Alamos County government offices and services will close or have modified hours Monday, May 25, 2026. 

The County’s administrative offices, Atomic City Transit fixed bus routes, and the Environmental Services division are closed on Monday.

In addition, the following facilities will close or have modified hours:

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Los Alamos County Government Offices To Close May 25 In Observance Of Memorial Day

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Some Los Alamos County government offices and services will close or have modified hours on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

In observance of Memorial Day, some Los Alamos County government offices and services will close or have modified hours on Monday, May 25, 2026. 

The County’s administrative offices, Atomic City Transit fixed bus routes, and the Environmental Services division are closed on Monday.

In addition, the following facilities will close or have modified hours:

Camp May Road – Open all of May – No construction activity.

White Rock and Mesa libraries Read More

County Shares Detailed Schedule For Piñon Park Pool

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County staff are excited for the opening of Piñon Park Pool, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 23.

Piñon Park Pool will also be open from 1-5 p.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25.

Staff has shared a more detailed schedule for the 2026 summer season at the facility.

Schedule:

  • Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 
    • 7-9 a.m. –  Lap swim, 6 lanes
    • 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Lap swim, 6 lanes 
  • 2 lanes are reserved for swim teams Monday through Thursday
    • 12 p.m. to  6 p.m. – Open recreation swim
    • 6-7 p.m. –  Lap swim, 6 lanes
  • Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Open recreation swim and 505 swim lessons

There will Read More