Los Alamos Daily Digest Tuesday, July 07, 2026
Ty's Take
We lost two good neighbors this week—Evelyn Ward, who saw this town built from the ground up on the plateau, and Allen Sherwood, who lived most of his life here watching it change. That's what a slow July Fourth weekend means in a place like Los Alamos: the pancake breakfasts and parades still happen, the blood drives still call, the music still plays at Beef & Leaf, but the real work of a small town keeps on—remembering who stayed, who mattered, who built this strange place where physicists raise families under the Jemez peaks and wildfire scars remind us nothing's permanent. Evelyn made it to 101. Allen didn't. Either way, they're part of the bedrock now.
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Leadership Los Alamos Board Extends Application Deadline To July 31 For 2026-2027 Program
Leadership Los Alamos has extended its application deadline to July 31 for the 2026-2027 program, which runs from August 2026 through April 2027. Prospective participants can find application forms and program details on the Leadership Los Alamos website.
Scenes From 2026 Kiwanis Club Of Los Alamos 4th Of July Pancake Breakfast
The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos served up pancakes at their annual 4th of July breakfast held Saturday in Central Park Square. Club volunteers including John Arrowsmith, Rick Reiss, and Becky Coel-Roback worked the griddles to feed the community gathering.
Vitalant: Type O Blood Supply Dips To Two-Year Low
Vitalant reports type O blood supplies have hit a two-year low and is actively seeking donors to fill thousands of appointments through the end of July. The nonprofit blood services provider urges type O donors especially to schedule donations immediately to prevent treatment delays for patients.
SaxAtomix To Perform Eclectic Mix At Beef & Leaf July 9
SaxAtomix, a local saxophone quintet, will perform Thursday, July 9 at 5:30 p.m. on the patio of Beef & Leaf Cafe on Arkansas Avenue. The group will play big band classics, Latin favorites, jazz standards, and ballads.
Gessing: Rebates Now, Tax Reform Later
Rio Grande Foundation President Paul Gessing supports Governor Lujan Grisham's proposal to provide rebates to New Mexicans using surplus state revenue generated by elevated oil and gas prices. Gessing views the rebates as a necessary temporary measure while deeper tax reform awaits the next...
League Of Women Voters Releases Poetry Compilation Featuring Local Poet
The League of Women Voters released a new poetry anthology featuring work by members nationwide, including contributions from New Mexico poets. The collection, titled "Democracy's Urgent Call," was inspired by artist Niki Johnson's Pillars of Democracy artwork.
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Champions Bipartisan Solutions To Protect New Mexicans From Fentanyl Crisis
U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez is backing two bipartisan bills to combat the fentanyl crisis in New Mexico: Tyler's Law encourages hospitals to test for fentanyl during overdose cases, while Sammy's Law provides parents with tools to protect children from online substance risks. Both measures aim...
Scenes From 2026 Family YMCA Children’s Parade
The Family YMCA hosted its annual Children's Parade Saturday along Central Avenue, featuring a Color Guard leading the procession and local groups participating in the community celebration.
Documents Added To LANL Electronic Public Reading Room
Los Alamos National Laboratory has added new cleanup documents to its Electronic Public Reading Room covering legacy environmental remediation efforts. The materials are available online for public review and transparency.
Scenes From 2026 Family YMCA Firecracker Fun Run
The Family YMCA Firecracker Fun Run drew 231 runners, walkers, and cyclists to Iris Street Saturday morning for the community fitness event. Participants lined up early for the holiday-themed competition.
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The Leadership Los Alamos Board has moved the application deadline to July 31 for the upcoming 2026-2027 program running through April 2027. Interested applicants can complete their submissions and find program information at the Leadership Los Alamos website.
Los Alamos Dances Of India Group To Perform July 10 At The International Folk Art Market In Santa Fe
Los Alamos Dances of India will showcase traditional Indian dance at the International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe on July 10, with performances by kathak and bharatanatyam dancers. The community is invited to attend the cultural performance.
Fiori e Sale Italian Cafe & Restaurant is launching a new events series called Fiori e Sale Experiences, starting with "Meet Me in Capri" on July 15, combining art, dining, and cultural experiences. The inaugural event features artist Angelica Herrera and runs from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Trinity Drive...
Obituary: Evelyn Irene Ward Aug. 6, 1925 – July 4, 2026
Evelyn Irene Ward, a longtime community member, passed away on July 4, 2026, just weeks before her 101st birthday in South Carolina where she had recently relocated. She is survived by her son and grandchildren.
SaxAtomix To Perform On The Patio Thursday At Beef & Leaf During Dinnertime
The SaxAtomix ensemble will perform dinner-hour music Thursday, July 9 at 5:30 p.m. on the patio of Beef & Leaf Cafe on Arkansas Avenue. The amateur saxophone quintet will play an eclectic program of big band, Latin, jazz, and ballad selections.
WIPP In-Person And Virtual Community Forum Set For Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026
The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant is hosting an in-person and virtual community forum on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Community members can register online through WIPP's events calendar.
Northern New Mexico College ¡Sostenga! Farm Hosts Garlic Festival And Farm & Tractor Show July 11
Northern New Mexico College's ¡Sostenga! Farm will host a free Garlic Festival and Farm Truck & Tractor Show on Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The community event brings together farmers, families, vendors, musicians, and educators celebrating local agriculture.
Obituary: Allen Sherwood Nov. 10, 1963 – June 26, 2026
Allen Sherwood, a lifelong Los Alamos resident, passed away on June 26, 2026, at age 62. The community mourns the loss of Sherwood, who had deep roots in the town and was married to Sherri Frybarger.
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