Los Alamos Daily Digest Sunday, August 02, 2026
Ty's Take
The deer on the golf course probably have more sense than most of us. They show up when they want, eat what they need, and move on before anyone gets territorial about it. Margaret Andersen Hanson lived ninety-seven years on this plateau, and Joan Beth Warrick made it to ninety-one, which means they saw this town transform from a secret wartime project into something that still can't quite decide what it wants to be. The plastic bag ordinance is coming to council, the utilities portal is apparently a source of regular frustration, and school traffic starts up again Monday. These are the small decisions and small irritations that shape whether a place feels like home or just a place you happen to live. Around here, with the Lab driving everything and the fire scars still visible in the mountains, home doesn't come automatically.
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Los Alamos Daily Post
Rep. Vasquez Helps Secure $2.9 Million For Infrastructure Upgrades, Economic Growth In Luna County
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez announced that he secured $2.9 million in federal funding for Luna County to upgrade infrastructure in Columbus and Deming. The funding will address aging roads strained by increased heavy freight traffic and growing trade between the United States and Mexico through regional...
Doe & Fawns Spotted Trotting On Los Alamos Golf Course
A doe and her fawns were spotted on the Los Alamos Golf Course on July 26, prompting wildlife sightings at the local recreational area.
McQuiston: The Rebuild Number On Your Policy And Why You Shouldn’t Just Take It On Faith
Allen McQuiston of Jemez Insurance Agency in Los Alamos recommends homeowners verify the dwelling rebuild estimate on their insurance declarations page rather than accepting it at face value. The figure is generated by software and should be reviewed for accuracy based on current construction costs.
The Los Alamos County Council will hear the Environmental Sustainability Board's final recommendation on a proposed plastic bag ordinance at its regular session on Tuesday, August 4, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
New Mexico Rep. Ferrary Retires After Decade Of Service
Rep. Joanne Ferrary of Las Cruces ended her decade of service in the New Mexico House of Representatives on July 31, representing Doña Ana County's House District 37. She decided not to seek re-election and announced her resignation after entering the legislature in 2017.
Step Up Gallery: Visual Poetry And Color Opens Aug. 14
The International Museum of Collage, Assemblage and Construction will present Visual Poetry and Color, a traveling exhibition of collage artists and visual poets from around the world, at Step Up Gallery in Mesa Public Library from August 14 to September 16. The opening reception takes place...
Upper Basin Governors From Colorado, New Mexico, Utah And Wyoming Respond To Colorado River EIS
The governors of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming responded to the U.S. Department of the Interior's final Environmental Impact Statement on Colorado River operations released Friday. The governors expressed encouragement that new operating guidelines will better address Upper Basin water...
Incoming 8th Graders Welcome To Join The YMCA Los Alamos Teen Center Beginning Today!
The YMCA Los Alamos Teen Center began welcoming incoming 8th grade students as members starting August 1, after months of planning with Los Alamos County. The expansion aims to help younger students build friendships, familiarize themselves with the center before high school, and connect with...
Los Alamos County Board Of Public Utilities To Hold Work Session Wednesday Aug. 5
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold a work session at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 5, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave. The public may attend in person or participate via Zoom.
The New Mexico State Treasurer's Office in Santa Fe celebrated 2026 National Intern Day with State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya and this year's interns, recognizing talented early-career professionals in public finance.
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Reminder: Democratic Party Of Los Alamos Chili Cookoff Is Sunday Afternoon At Fuller Lodge
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos will host a chili cookoff Sunday afternoon at Fuller Lodge, with Democratic Party of New Mexico Chair Sara Attleson as the guest speaker.
The Los Alamos Police Department is reminding drivers to prepare for increased traffic and pedestrian activity when students return to school Monday, August 10. Elementary schools begin at 8:10 a.m., with before-school activities starting at 7:30 a.m., and Los Alamos Middle School begins at 8:40...
Dr. John Ambrosiano will present 'Searching for the Origin of Goodness' on Wednesday, August 5, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church at 3900 Trinity Drive. A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. with the presentation beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Los Alamos Arts Council Announces August Events
The Los Alamos Arts Council announced its August events including the return of afterschool programming on August 10 and a summer arts and crafts fair on August 8. The organization's updated calendar is available for viewing.
LTE: Fun With Our Goofy Utilities Portal
A former Motor Efficiency Analyst from White Rock discusses the features and usability challenges of the DPU Portal, which allows residents to track their hour-by-hour electricity use online.
Obituary: Margaret Andersen Hanson April 15, 1929 – July 13, 2026
Margaret Andersen Hanson of Los Alamos passed away on July 13, 2026, at age 97. Born April 15, 1929, in Howard County, Iowa, she was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and community member known for her work ethic and deep devotion to family.
Obituary: Joan Beth Warrick June 26, 1935 – July 28, 2026
Joan Beth Warrick, born June 26, 1935, in Bayard, Nebraska, passed away on July 28, 2026. She moved to Los Alamos, New Mexico, in 1959 and worked part-time while raising two daughters throughout her 91 years.
No Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge This Sunday, Aug. 2
The Cowboy Breakfast scheduled for Sunday, August 2, at the Los Alamos County Sheriff's Posse Lodge has been cancelled due to an equipment issue. The 2026 Rodeo Dinner and Dance is planned for August 8.
Photos From Rio Arriba County Fair July 31
The Rio Arriba County Fair took place on July 31, featuring junior livestock exhibitors competing in rabbit shows and showmanship competitions.
Former Los Alamos High School Principal Eric Ziegler filed a lawsuit on July 31 in U.S. District Court of New Mexico against the Los Alamos Public Schools Board and Superintendent Jennifer Guy regarding his recent separation of employment. Attorney Trent Howell of Santa Fe submitted the 27-page...
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