Los Alamos Daily Digest Friday, August 21, 2026
Ty's Take
The USDA's move to strip back roadless restrictions in the Jemez makes sense on paper if you're worried about fuel loads and fire breaks, but up here on the plateau we've seen what happens when you open forest roads to heavy equipment in the name of prevention. Cerro Grande and Las Conchas taught us that fire doesn't care much about your logging plan or your defensible space strategy once the wind picks up and the monsoon fails to show. The real conversation isn't whether we need access into these mountains, it's whether we're willing to have it both ways, and we never are. County leadership ought to take a hard look at what the USDA is actually proposing before folks start celebrating an easier path to the timber.
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BLM Notifies Public Of Harmful Algal Blooms Within Río Grande Del Norte National Monument
The Bureau of Land Management is warning visitors about harmful algal blooms in sections of the Rio Grande within Río Grande del Norte National Monument near Taos. While no illnesses have been reported in people or pets so far, the agency urges the public to stay informed about water conditions...
On The Job In Los Alamos: At Wehner’s Workshop
Brothers John and Matthew Wehner have been selling hand-carved wooden items at the Los Alamos Farmers Market near the Justice Center for two years through their business, Wehner's Workshop. The brothers, who became interested in woodworking a few years ago, specialize in hand-carved platters and...
State Opens Applications For Rural Health Advisory Committee
The Health Care Authority in Santa Fe is seeking members for the new Rural Health Transformation Program Stakeholder Advisory Committee to guide statewide health initiatives. Applicants should live in, work in, or serve rural or Tribal communities across New Mexico and reflect the diversity of...
PAC 8 Hosts 6th Consecutive Summer Film Intensive Gala
PAC 8 held its sixth consecutive Summer Film Intensive gala last week at SALA, where teenagers showcased four films they completed in just three weeks. The event celebrated the work of young filmmakers including Grayson Davis, whose film was titled "In Pursuit of Myself."
USDA Acts To Remove Roadless Rule Restrictions That Exacerbate Rising Wildfire Risk
The U.S. Forest Service announced plans to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule that has restricted land management efforts across national forests. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins stated the change will allow forest managers to take action on wildfire risk reduction that has...
The Family YMCA Seeks After-School Staff
The Family YMCA is hiring staff for its after-school programs, which provide local children with safe activities, friendships, and connections with caring adults. The programs help working families by offering supervised care and opportunities for kids to stay active and explore new interests as...
The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo is hosting Science Saturday on August 29, where kids and families can build rockets and spacecraft from recycled materials at the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium. The 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. STEM activity teaches participants about...
Los Alamos County Releases Draft Comprehensive Plan Update For Public Comment Through Sept. 9, 2026
Los Alamos County has released its draft Comprehensive Plan Update for public review, with comments accepted through September 9, 2026. The plan will be refined based on resident feedback before the Los Alamos County Council considers it for adoption.
U.S. Poet Laureate: ‘Words Bridging Worlds’ National Tour
The nation's 25th Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry, Arthur Sze, is launching a national tour called "Words Bridging Worlds" beginning in September to encourage Americans to explore poetry written in foreign languages. The initiative invites participants to become poetry translators and engage...
Buck Takes Leisurely Morning Stroll Around White Rock
A mule deer buck was spotted taking a leisurely morning walk around White Rock on Wednesday, reminding locals of the wildlife that shares the community.
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County: Draft Comprehensive Plan Available For Public Comment
Los Alamos County has released its draft Comprehensive Plan Update for public review, with comments accepted through September 9, 2026. The plan will be refined based on resident feedback before the Los Alamos County Council considers it for adoption.
Chamber: Airport Open House/Home Based Business Expo Sept. 12
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce will host an Airport Open House and Home Based Business Expo on September 12.
SaxAtomix To Perform As Opening Act For Friday’s Los Alamos Summer Concert at Ashley Pond
The SaxAtomix, a Los Alamos saxophone quintet active since 2019, will open the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series at Ashley Pond Park on Friday, August 21, at 6:30 p.m. with a mix of jazz, Latin, and classic music.
Tanja Pietraß To Present ‘The Wind Rivers – Off-Trail’ At Aug. 25 Mountaineers Meeting
Tanja Pietraß will present "The Wind Rivers: Off-Trail" at the August 25 Los Alamos Mountaineers meeting, discussing the 110-mile-long mountain range in western Wyoming. The Wind Rivers span 2.25 million acres and feature jagged granite peaks and alpine terrain.
State Accepting Applications For Rural Health Advisory Committee
New Mexicans who live in, work in, or serve rural or Tribal communities are invited to apply for the Rural Health Transformation Program Stakeholder Advisory Committee being established by the Health Care Authority. The committee seeks diverse members including patients, providers, and community...
A new environmental stewardship exhibit opens August 25 at the Bradbury Science Museum in downtown Los Alamos, offering visitors a behind-the-scenes look at Los Alamos National Laboratory's environmental work. The opening reception invites the community to explore how the Lab manages its...
Tim Pacheco Back Before Judge Thursday On Another Alleged Violation Of Conditions Of Release
Tim Pacheco faces another alleged violation of his release conditions in a virtual evidentiary hearing set for Thursday before First Judicial District Judge Anastasia Martin. Court documents indicate the violation was reported by his pretrial services officer Michael Sisneros.
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