Los Alamos Daily Digest Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Ty's Take
There's a Frijoles Fire burning 11,335 acres in the Jemez with nine percent containment, which in this town means everybody's watching the weather and checking evacuation zones whether they'll admit it or not. We've got long memories up here, Cerro Grande in 2000 and Las Conchas in 2011, and nobody sleeps easy when smoke starts drifting down from the mountains no matter how many community meetings the Forest Service holds in Santa Fe. Meanwhile the Choral Society's kicking off a new season, there's a Star Trek concert coming, bushtits are visiting suet blocks in White Rock, and life goes on the way it does in small towns where people have PhDs and worry about things regular folks worry about. The duality never really wears off, this place where you can discuss quantum mechanics at dinner and spend the next morning tracking fire updates like your life depends on it, because sometimes it does.
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Los Alamos Community Winds will celebrate Star Trek's 60th anniversary with a special concert on Saturday, Oct. 10 at Crossroads Bible Church, featuring music from the original 1960s television series and films. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the free event welcomes Trekkers and all community...
Second ‘The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever’ A Success!
Los Alamos hosted its second annual 'The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever' on Aug. 1 at Ashley Pond Park, drawing 23 participants to celebrate Emily Brontë and singer Kate Bush. Organizers plan to continue the event next year on or near the shared birth date of the two cultural figures.
New Mexico Ranks No. 18 Nationally For Higher Education
New Mexico has climbed to No. 18 nationally for higher education in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, gaining two positions from the previous year. The state also ranked No. 2 nationally for low debt at graduation and No. 8 for low tuition and fees, driven by investments in tuition-free...
Flock Of Bushtits Gather On Suet Block In White Rock
A flock of bushtits recently gathered on a suet block in a White Rock residential yard, providing a colorful display of the small songbirds.
Kiwanis Hears Presentation From JJAB Executive Director Dianna Reichelt
Juvenile Justice Advisory Board Executive Director Dianna Reichelt spoke to the Los Alamos Kiwanis club on Aug. 4, discussing the organization's mission to reduce youth risk behaviors and build community resiliency. Founded in 2004, JJAB delivers responsive programs designed to support youth...
Los Alamos Choral Society Welcomes All Interested Singers, New Season Begins Sept. 1
The Los Alamos Choral Society is inviting interested singers to join the group for its new season beginning Sept. 1.
The Los Alamos Police Department and local FBI office will host a community presentation on fraud and scams from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos, with special attention to elder fraud. The town hall format event will include a PowerPoint presentation and...
NM Children’s Foundation: Autumn In Harmony Sept. 17
The New Mexico Children's Foundation is presenting Autumn in Harmony on Sept. 17.
Dannemann: New Mexico Doesn’t Love Small Business Nearly Enough
A commentary argues that while New Mexico's political leaders express support for small business, state government policies do not adequately help the sector, with potential regulatory cost increases looming in the coming year.
Troop 122 Local Scout Builds Flag Collection Boxes To Serve Community, Preserve Tradition Of Respect
Brandon Keller of Scouting America Troop 122 completed his Eagle Scout Service Project by designing and installing three secure American Flag Collection Boxes at community locations throughout Los Alamos. The boxes allow residents to deposit worn and damaged U.S. flags for proper retirement with...
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Monkshood Spotted In The Columbine Hondo Wilderness
Monkshood wildflowers were recently spotted in the Columbine-Hondo Wilderness, which sits adjacent to the Wheeler Peak Wilderness in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
The Los Alamos Choral Society is welcoming all interested singers to join for its new season beginning Sept. 1.
Time To Enter Your Rescue Pet’s Photo For The 2027 FOSCA Calendar: Deadline Is Sept. 4
Friends of Shelter and Companion Animals (FOSCA) is accepting entries for the 2027 Rescue Pet Calendar until Sept. 4, with photos of rescue animals featured in the annual publication.
Co-Op Summer Showcase Presents ‘Cold Fire’ Friday, Aug. 21 At Co-Op Park
The Co-Op Summer Showcase series continues on Friday, Aug. 21 at Co-Op Park at 5:45 p.m. with a performance by Cold Fire, an all-original instrumental progressive rock power trio.
Guns Vs Hoses Softball Game Is Friday, Aug. 21 From 6 PM To 8:30 PM At Lovato Field In White Rock
Los Alamos Police Officers and Los Alamos Firefighters will face off in a friendly softball game on Friday, Aug. 21 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Lovato Field in White Rock to support the Special Olympics New Mexico Law Enforcement Torch Run. The free, family-friendly event is open to the public.
County Environmental Sustainability Board To Meet Thursday, Aug. 20
Joshua Silva, Superintendent for the Los Alamos County Wastewater Treatment Plant, will present an update on the biosolids composting operation during the County Environmental Sustainability Board meeting on Thursday, Aug. 20. The composting operation, located in Bayo Canyon near the treatment...
Los Alamos County Council Mid-Year Report And Outlook
Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti provided a mid-year report on the council's work and upcoming initiatives as the county moves into the second half of 2026.
The Frijoles Fire has grown to 11,335 acres with 9% containment as of Monday, Aug. 17, spreading northeast into the Pecos Wilderness under challenging fuel and terrain conditions since igniting on Aug. 4. A community meeting will be held Tuesday in Santa Fe, with 656 personnel assigned to the...
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