Los Alamos Daily Digest Friday, July 24, 2026
Ty's Take
A missing person case that had the community on alert wrapped up well, which matters more than most outsiders would understand in a town this size where everyone eventually crosses paths. Meanwhile, the real steady work keeps happening: medical center staff teaching kids CPR, incoming kindergarteners learning safety, retirees gathering for breakfast, the economic development folks working the angles. This is what holds a place together when you strip away the headlines. Shirley Clayton, who lived here seventy-three years, represented that kind of steady presence too. The nuclear business will have its inaugural forum later this month, and that's the future, but don't miss what's actually keeping Los Alamos functioning day to day. It's the people who show up, whether they're teaching a kid how to save a life or just sitting down together on a Friday morning.
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Los Alamos Daily Post
LAPD Update: Missing Man Has Been Located
The Los Alamos Police Department has announced that 49-year-old David Mills, who was reported missing on July 23, 2026, has been located. Mills was last seen on July 22 at approximately 4 p.m. when he left his residence in the 1000 block of Oro Court riding a bright green and black bicycle.
Staff from Los Alamos Medical Center recently trained members of the Los Alamos Youth Soccer League in hands-only CPR and early heart attack care. The hands-on training was led by Sara Sena, Director of Inpatient and Emergency Services, and Julia Kilcer, Nurse Educator, to teach young athletes...
Los Alamos Police Department Seeks Public’s Assistance Locating Missing Man
The Los Alamos Police Department requested public assistance in locating 49-year-old David Mills, reported missing on July 23, 2026. Mills was last seen on July 22 at approximately 4 p.m. leaving his residence in the 1000 block of Oro Court on a bright green and black bicycle while wearing a white...
Lab Retiree Group To Hold Breakfast At Muy Salsas Aug. 4
The Lab Retiree Group will hold its monthly breakfast social from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4, at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Drive. The organization will provide complimentary coffee and tea for retirees and prospective retirees to gather and network.
A business meet and greet with Los Alamos County Economic Development Administrator Max Khudiakov is scheduled for August 13 at SALA.
State Treasurer’s Office Names Anna Marie Lujan As CFO
Anna Marie Lujan joined the New Mexico State Treasurer's Office in Santa Fe as its new Chief Financial Officer, starting on Monday, July 20, 2026. Lujan brings more than two decades of experience in public finance, budgeting, accounting, and government administration.
Incoming Kindergartners Complete Safety Town
Ninety-nine incoming kindergartners successfully completed this year's Los Alamos County Child Safety Program Preschool Safety Town. The Los Alamos Police Department demonstrated their Special Operations vehicle and introduced students to Detective Mike Weiss and his K9 partner Jaskey, while...
FBI: NM Woman Pleads Guilty To $4M Medicaid Fraud
Dorothea Irving, 47, of Farmington, pleaded guilty to her role in a scheme to submit approximately 4 million dollars in fraudulent claims to New Mexico Medicaid. Irving worked as a driver between 2020 and 2026 for a non-emergency medical transport company that billed for ineligible and non-existent...
ESB Tosses Out Recommendation For Plastic Bag Ban
The Environmental Sustainability Board voted 6-0 on July 16 to recommend that Los Alamos County Council not pursue a ban on plastic bags. The council will consider this recommendation during its August 4 meeting.
New Mexico Supreme Court Chief Justice Vargas: The Right Information Can Change Everything
New Mexico Supreme Court Chief Justice Julie J. Vargas emphasized the importance of ensuring access to justice is a reality for all state residents. The Judiciary has launched a new resource to assist people in navigating the state court system, particularly for the nearly half of civil cases...
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Los Alamos Reporter
Obituary: Shirley Ann Clayton (Beddingfield) March 13, 1943 – July 14, 2026
Shirley Ann Clayton (Beddingfield), 83, of White Rock, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026. Born on March 13, 1943, she was remembered for her hard work, compassion, and unwavering love for family.
Mountaineers: Trekking In Western China With Olivia Li – July 28
The Los Alamos Mountaineers will host a July 28 meeting featuring a presentation on trekking in western China with Olivia Li. The talk will highlight the Minya Gongga region of western Sichuan, known for its snow-clad 24,790-foot summit and formidable climbing conditions.
Teen Movie Night Saturday, Aug. 8 Features Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Los Alamos JJAB will transition Teen Movie Night to one Saturday per month beginning in August, with the inaugural monthly showing featuring Spider-Man: Brand New Day on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The program continues to provide local high school students with a fun gathering space.
National nuclear energy leaders will gather in Los Alamos on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at SALA Event Center for an inaugural Nuclear Forum. The event will bring together Department of Energy leadership, executives from Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratories, industry representatives,...
Reminder: Summer Yard Sale At Trinity On The Hill Friday And Saturday
Trinity On The Hill will hold a summer yard sale on Friday and Saturday.
A giant yard sale will take place at 1140 Sioux Street in Los Alamos on Friday and Saturday, July 24-26, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Items include casserole dishes, pie plates, pot racks, barstools, DVD racks, shoe racks, ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, a gas fireplace, and marble and rectangle tables.
The Los Alamos Police Department reported that 49-year-old David Mills, who was reported missing on July 23, 2026, has been located and is safe. Mills was last seen on July 22 at approximately 4 p.m. when he left his residence in the 1000 block of Oro Court.
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