Op-Ed: Criticizing Government For Not Having More Small Businesses Is Totally Misguided
By BILL ENLOE
Santa Fe
I read the letter written by Lisa Shin criticizing the current County Council for not addressing the wishes of the community for more local businesses and a more vibrant downtown. It is not a surprise that Los Alamos residents would like to see those things happen. Criticism of the local government for not having them is totally misguided. I don’t believe government should or can successfully subsidize private businesses. Which ones do they pick to support? How long will the government continue to support the businesses? What about the local businesses we currently have Read More
Los Alamos Tennis Team Celebrates Senior Night With Win Against St. Michael’s
Los Alamos boys and girls teams. Left to right (back row), Coach Timur Khazratkulov, Coach Travis
Gibson, Leah Gramer, Olivia Hamilton, Vivian Haigh, Lucia Rudin, Alea Kretz, Ajla Bock, Julia Robel, Coach Lindsay Gibson, Levi Gibson, Adis Bock, Aditya Viswanathan, Mike Witkowski, Zach Gibson, Coach Nick Sarafin, (front row) Kylee Lovato, Angelie Echave, Caris Hatler, Lorrin Fordham, Emily Xu, Luke Gibson, Cullen McLean, Logan Swickley. Courtesy photo
By TRAVIS GIBSON
Tennis Coach
The Los Alamos Tennis team celebrated senior night with a win over St. Michael’s Wednesday night. The boys Read More
County Council Directs Staff To Probe Four-Way Stop At Urban Street And North Road
Los Alamos County Council unanimously approved directing the County to investigate and research the possibility of installing a four-way stop at the intersection of North Road and Urban Street during its regular meeting Tuesday night. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Over the years, a wide range of people have spurred Los Alamos County Council to act on various issues. During the regular council meeting Tuesday night, council was again moved to act due to a citizen’s petition.
Council voted 7-0 to direct staff and/or Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: April 10-16, 2026
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 April 10-16, 2026:
April 10, 2026
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 4-07-26
- 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce “Los Alamos County Manager Update”
- 7 p.m. — PAC 8 Summer Media Classes
- 8 p.m.
Library To Host Open Chess Tournament At Fuller Lodge
Chess players in competition. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Public Library is excited to invite the public to join an open Chess Tournament from 10 a.m.–1 p.m., April 18, 2026, at Fuller Lodge. Also joining this tournament are members of the Santa Fe Chess Club and players of the Los Alamos Public Library’s weekly chess meetups.
This is the second chess tournament the Los Alamos Public Library is hosting in the last year. Previously, the tournament held inside Mesa Public Library was attended by a full house of players of all levels, including contenders who had never before competed Read More
LAFD Wildland Division Chief To Present Wildfire Preparedness Program At White Rock Library April 16
LAFD Wildland Division Chief Van Leimer
COUNTY News:
The White Rock Branch Library will host “Discover! Wildfire Preparedness 101,” a free program for adults, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2026, in the branch library’s multipurpose room.
The event is part of the library’s adult Discover! program series and will provide an overview of wildfire risk in Los Alamos County, along with practical steps residents can take to safeguard their homes and families.
The presentation incorporates principles such as defensible space, ignition-resistant construction, and community-level Read More
Los Alamos County’s April Sustainability Newsletter Is Live!
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Sustainability Newsletter for April is now published.
To subscribe to the newsletter, visit https://www.losalamosnm.gov, and select News Articles from the menu bar. Then simply provide all the requested information to start receiving the newsletter. Read More
Izraelevitz: All Public Safety In Los Alamos Should Be The Purview Of Professionals
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Candidate
Los Alamos County Sheriff
Los Alamos, alone among the 33 Counties in New Mexico, delegates all law enforcement responsibilities to the Chief of Police. Similarly, all summons, subpoenas, and similar civil actions are also handled by the Police Department. Finally, as a practical matter, Police staff handle the Sex Offenders Registry, even though that is formally the only remaining responsibility of the Sheriff.
This makes sense because only Police staff have the training and expertise to monitor, update, and verify a database so important to our public Read More
County: Internet Outage Affecting Eco Station
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services is experiencing an internet and phone service outage at the Eco Station today, Monday, April 6.
The Eco Station remains open and is providing services manually, but may not be able to respond to email or receive phone calls.
Staff is asking for the public’s patience as services may take an additional few minutes when checking in at the entry scale.
Environmental Services first noticed the outage on Saturday afternoon, April 4. County Information Management is trying to determine the cause.
In addition to the Eco Station, TA-3, and the Smart Read More
LAAC: 2026 Kite Festival To Take Flight April 25-26
Scene from 2025 Los Alamos Arts Council Kite Festival. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com
Scene from 2025 Los Alamos Arts Council Kite Festival. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com
LAAC News:
The 30th Annual Los Alamos Kite Festival is just a little over a month away and the Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) is partnering with Century Bank Los Alamos as the title sponsor for this milestone anniversary.
“When we met with Century Bank representative, Koryn, in the fall to discuss our partnership for our first annual Pajarito Literary Festival this October, we had mentioned the shortfall Read More
Traffic Alert: Two Vehicle Crash At Arkansas & Diamond
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) reports that two vehicles have crashed with airbags deployed at Arkansas and Diamond Drive.
Traffic will be directed to alternate side streets until the tow truck arrives and clears the scene. Read More
Scenes From 2026 Wildfire Day At Ashley Pond Park
Classic Air Medical Flight Nurse Ellen Verburg welcomes a family to check out the helicopter during Saturday’s Wildfire Day held outside of the Justice Center. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
From left, Los Alamos Police Department Sgt. Ryan Wolking and Det. Ladislas Szabo show off various pieces of equipment used by the police department during Wildfire Day. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Cory Cochran helps his son, Samuel, check out the Los Alamos Police Department’s bomb truck during Wildfire Day. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Fire Department Read More
Fire/Emergency Response And Planning Meeting For Livestock Owners Monday At Posse Lodge
By WENDY BURKE-RYAN and LISA READER
LASOA
Hey, livestock owners! Do you know what’s required by New Mexico to move your horses, bovines, pigs, llamas and goats in case of evacuation due to wildfire? Do you know exit strategies, options, and rules?
Come to a Fire/Emergency Response and Planning Meeting for livestock owners, at 6 p.m. Monday, April 6, at the Posse Lodge.
Los Alamos Wildland Fire Chief Van Leimer and Los Alamos Deputy Emergency Manager Cody Ulrich will present to us and answer questions about Emergency Planning and Fire Preparedness and Response.
Los Alamos Stable Owners Association Read More
County Council To Hold Closed Session Tuesday April 7
COUNTY News:‘I Voted’ Sticker Design Contest Deadline Extended
COUNTY News:
The 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Design Contest is in full swing, and the deadline has been extended to April 14.
The contest is open to students in grades pre-K through 12 to inspire creativity and share the importance of voting and civic participation.
Students must submit their designs to the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office no later than April 14, 2026.
Each design must include ONE of the following phrases:
- “I Voted”
- “I Voted Early”
- “Future Voter”
Teen Movie Nights Saturdays @ SALA Event Center
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to join the fun for Teen Movie Nights on Saturdays at SALA Los Alamos Event Center.
The lobby opens at 7:30 p.m., the free movie starts at 8:30 p.m., and next up is the Super Mario Galaxy Movie (New Release) on April 11.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie blasts into outer space for a cosmic adventure inspired by Nintendo’s beloved games. This Illumination-Nintendo sequel promises vibrant visuals, playful humor, and expansive world-building, making it a highly anticipated spectacle.
April 11 is a Free VR Night and includes free small popcorn and drink for the Read More
NACo: America’s Counties Recognize April 2026 As National County Government Month
NACo News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — America’s counties are joining the National Association of Counties (NACo) in recognizing April as National County Government Month (NCGM).
Throughout April, counties will honor the 3.6 million strong county workforce, educate residents about local programs and services and boost civic engagement to strengthen the connections between local government and residents.
“National County Government Month is an opportunity to celebrate all of America’s 3,069 counties, parishes and boroughs,” NACo President J.D. Clark said. “With one in 50 American workers Read More
Los Alamos County’s Atomic City Transit Wins 2025 Rural Transit System Of The Year Award For Excellence
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Atomic City Transit has won the 2025 Rural Transit System of the Year Award funded by 5311 Grants for Rural Areas Program.
Presented by the New Mexico Department of Transportation and the New Mexico Transit Association every year, one transit agency is recognized for excellence in operational and administrative performance.
“Every single member of our team deserves a huge high five for this great honor.” –ACT Read More
P&Z Commission To Hear Extension Request From Columbus Capital At April 8 Meeting In Council Chambers
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Planning & Zoning Commission will meet at 5:30 p.m., April 8, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
The Commission will hear an extension request for SIT-2023-0063 from Greg Gonzales, dba Columbus Capital, for Site Plan approval at 535 Central Ave., for a 104,671 sq. ft. mixed-use development that proposes 322 residential units and 22,000 sq. ft. of commercial space. The property, MMV 001, is within the Downtown Los Alamos (DTLA) Zone District.
This meeting is in person and open to the public. However, for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or Read More
Video: Councilor David Reagor Discusses Broadband Project
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor discusses the County’s broadband project during a visit to the newsroom this week at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More