Cone Zone: Week Of July 8, 2019
COUNTY News:
The Public Works/Traffic Division provides the latest updates on the following projects:
Manhole Repairs – Ponderosa Estates in Los Alamos:
Crews continue adjusting manholes in Ponderosa Estates along Aspen Drive, Sumac Lane and Maple Drive. Work is scheduled to continue through the end of July. The concrete being used is a high strength mix and requires a cure time; therefore, residents are urged to avoid driving over these manholes for the first few days after they are poured. Traffic control will be set up daily in several locations along the project route and residents Read More
Former Councilor Pongratz Changes Political Party
Former Los Alamos County Councilor Morrie Pongratz switching his voter registration to Independent this morning at the County Clerk’s Office. Courtesy photo
POLITICAL News:
Former Los Alamos County Councilor Morrie Pongratz registered as an Independent this morning at the County Clerk’s Office.
“I changed my voter registration from Republican to Independent. My wife asked me why? I replied, ‘Two words: Donald Trump’,” Pongratz said.
“I like the Republicans’ philosophy of subsidiarity – look for solutions at the level of government close to the people, but I can’t support Read More
Scenes From July 4th Festivities At Overlook Park
Blowing bubbles is just one of many fun activities spotted during the 4th of July celebration Thursday at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Temporary tattoos are another of the many fun activities spotted during the 4th of July celebration Thursday at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
And then there are the mighty bouncy houses available to kids at the 4th of July celebration Thursday at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Wow this is all so amazing … and the fireworks haven’t even started Read More
Sun Sets As Crowd Awaits Fireworks At Overlook Park
The sun is setting as a large crowd awaits the start of the annual fireworks extravaganza hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Lorraine Hartway Read More
Buses Shuttle Spectators To Fireworks Extravaganza
Atomic City Transit drivers in the Sullivan Field parking lot prepare to take spectators down to the annual Kiwanis Club Fireworks Extravaganza set to get underway as the sun goes down this evening at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Carloads of people are parking in the Sullivan Field parking lot and boarding Atomic City Transit buses for the ride down to the Kiwanis Club Fireworks Extravaganza at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
No parking allowed on N.M. 4 today and that’s not something drivers need to worry about Read More
Los Alamos Fire Department Issues July 4th Safety Tips
LAFD News:- Only use legal fireworks. Read
RayLee Homes Lottery For Lots Closes Sunday
Scene of a RayLee Mirador Construction Training Tuesday with partners ready to begin work the week of July 8. Pictured are Jeff Grady, owner and head of construction and RayLee Trade Partners. Courtesy photo
View of finished lots Tuesday at Mirador near N.M. 4 in White Rock. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos County Sheriff Warns Of Phone Scam
Los Alamos County Sheriff Joe Granville
LOS ALAMOS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE News:
The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community of recent phone scams local residents are receiving.
The Sheriff’s Office, or any law enforcement agency, will never call citizens requesting money to pay fines or for any other reason.
In the event you are contacted by these individuals and requested to pay fines for any offense, contact the Los Alamos Police Department immediately at 505.662.8222. Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: June 26 To July 2, 2019
LAPD News:
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department.
Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.
MAYRA ALEJANDRA LERMA
June 26 at 9:09 p.m. / Police arrested Mayra Alejandra Lerma, 20, of Los Alamos at San Ildefonso Road and Camino Redondo and charged her with speeding, driving without proof of insurance and for an outstanding warrant from another jurisdiction.
SENTI SUNA
June 27 at 12:a.m. / Police arrested Senti Suna, 49, of Albuquerque at Central Avenue and East Road Read More
Los Alamos County Dedicates Jim Billen Trail
Los Alamos County Council Chair Sara Scott speaks during the dedication of the Jim Billen Trail Friday afternoon at East Park. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com 
Jim Billen’s friends and family listen to his wife, Mary, say a few words during the dedication ceremony. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comFriday’s clear, sunny skies made it the perfect day to go for a hike on the newly dedicated Jim Billen Trail. So, a group consisting of Los Alamos County staff, along with Jim’s family and friends
Los Alamos County Discovery Action Team Seeks Public Input On ‘Little Shops Marketplace’ Concept
An example of what the Little Shops Marketplace could be, if it becomes a reality. Courtesy image ScienceFest 2019 Kicks Off Tuesday July 9
LACD News:Katy Korkos Retires; Shares Plans For Future
Friends and colleagues dropped by during a span of several hours Sunday to honor Katy Korkos, center left, and celebrate her retirement at her White Rock home. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com“In retirement, I want to keep on doing what I have always loved … making art, writing, cooking for friends, spending time with dogs and traveling,” Korkos said. “I’m looking at possibly doing some artist-in-residence
LAFD Fire Marshal Addresses Fireworks Within County
Fire Marshal Wendy Servey
LAFD News:
As July 4th approaches, thoughts turn to outdoor events and of course fireworks. Make sure your Independence Day activities do not turn tragic by following some simple rules and guidelines. The County is under Moderate Fire Danger, and with certain precautions will allow the Fireworks Display show at Overlook Park. The best way to enjoy the holiday is to attend this professional display at Overlook Park on July 4th.
The County of Los Alamos, has not adopted by ordinance the regulation of certain permissible fireworks. However, the New Mexico State Statue, Read More
Logistical Changes For Farmers Market Thursday!
Fatima Quezada mans the booth for her mother Estella Alcantar last month at the Farmers Market. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
Because of scheduled Independence Day events proceeding on Central Avenue the morning of Thursday, July 4, those attending the Farmer’s Market at the Mesa Public Library overflow lot are asked to use Rose Street or Canyon Road and park at the Betty Ehart Senior Center on Bathtub Row.
Central Avenue will be closed that morning between Oppenheimer and 15th Street for YMCA-sponsored adult and children’s events. Read More
Three-Time Grammy Award Winning Ozomatli Debuts In Los Alamos At Secret City Summer Concert Friday
Ozomatli is an American band playing Latin, hip-hop, and rock music. Courtesy photoRCLC Hears Talk On Nuclear Fuel Storage Facility
Members of the Regional Coalition of LANL Communities (RCLC) gathered Thursday afternoon in Council Chambers at Española City Hall at 405 N. Paseo De Onate. From left, RCLC Executive Director Eric Vasquez, Española Mayor Javier Sanchez, Española City Councilor Peggy Sue Martinez, Chair Henry Roybal, Los Alamos County Councilor David Izraelevitz and Rio Arriba County Commissioner Leo Jaramillo. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Program Director Ed Mayer of Holtec International discusses a plan for a consolidated interim storage facility for nuclear fuel in southeast Read More
County Library Program Specialist Katy Korkos Retires
Friends and colleagues dropped by during a span of several hours to honor longtime resident Katy Korkos, center left in green and aqua blue blouse, and celebrate her retirement Sunday at her White Rock home. This group happened to be gathered around 7 p.m. in the kitchen with Korkos who officially retired Saturday from her career as program specialist for the Los Alamos County Library System. Read more details in this week’s print edition of the Los Alamos Daily Post, which due to the 4th of July holiday will be delivered Wednesday to every home and business in Los Alamos and White Rock. Photo Read More
MPL: Life Along The Rio Grande Exhibit Opens July 1
On the Rio Grande by Nicole Dunn. Courtesy/LAC
Life Blood II by Char. Courtesy/LAC
LIBRARY News:
Life Along the Rio Grande is the title of an exhibit of art quilts by members of the Studio Art Quilt Associates. It will be shown at Mesa Public Library during the month of July.
Life Along the Rio Grande was conceived as an opportunity for artists living in states where the Rio Grande flows to express their thoughts and feelings about the river- its place in their lives and in the grander scheme of life in the land along its banks.
The resulting showcase of contemporary art quilts reflects the artists’ diverse Read More
Scenes From Katy P And The Business Concert
Katy P and The Business rock out at Ashley Pond Park during the Friday night Secret City Summer Concert Series. The band is fronted by Katy Palmier and backed by a tight trio of musicians, according to a press release, and as lead singer, Palmier is known for her vocal gymnastics. Singing soul, funk and rock and roll, Palmier knows how to pull every ounce of oomph from a song and deliver it up steaming to her audience. Katy P and the Business is the most high-energy dance band in New Mexico. Voted (by popular vote) best band in Taos 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. Friday night’s concert is sponsored by Read More
