Los Alamos Daily Digest Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Ty's Take
There's a fire running 52 percent contained on 15,226 acres and traffic backing up near the tunnels, which means this week the plateau is reminding us again that we live in a place where things can turn serious fast. Meanwhile, the Forest Service is hiring for fire positions in 2026, which tells you everything about what kind of work defines a season around here now. Between the Frijoles Fire updates and the road delays, folks are getting a hard education in what prepared firefighting looks like versus what we remember from Cerro Grande and Las Conchas, and that's not a small thing when you're running errands up the hill or trying to get to the Lab.
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Los Alamos Daily Post
Former New Mexico Governor Diane Denish paid tribute to Dolly Parton following the music legend's death, expressing gratitude for her life and the impact of her melodies on celebrations and cherished moments.
Los Alamos County Progresses In Climate Action Goals
Los Alamos County continues to make progress on its climate action plan, with officials from the Department of Public Utilities, Public Works, and Community Development working together to implement the initiative.
Art In Public Places Board To Meet Thursday Aug. 27
The Los Alamos County Art in Public Places Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 27, in Room 110 at the Municipal Building located at 1000 Central Avenue.
Birds, Bees & Bears Photo Exhibit At PEEC Through Sept. 30
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center is displaying a photo exhibit by Richard Skolnik featuring birds, bees, and bears through September 30, with framed photos available for purchase at $150 each.
FBI: Shiprock Man Sentenced For Violent Assault
A Shiprock man has been sentenced to 27 months in prison for a violent assault that caused life-threatening injuries to his ex-girlfriend in November 2025. Darrell Joe Ben Jr., an enrolled Navajo Nation member, was found intoxicated at the time of the incident.
White Rock Senior Center Celebrates 31st Anniversary!
The White Rock Senior Center celebrated its 31st anniversary, marking three decades of service as a vital hub for senior services in the community.
Havemann: LEDA And MRA Funding For Business Development
Los Alamos County is leveraging LEDA and MRA funding tools through public-private partnerships to boost economic development and revitalization efforts in Los Alamos and White Rock.
Hilltoppers Battle Sundevils In Season Opener On Sullivan Field
The Los Alamos Hilltoppers opened their football season at Sullivan Field with a competitive matchup against the Española Sundevils on Friday night.
The New Mexico Museum of Science and History will host Science Saturday on August 29, inviting families to build rockets and spacecraft from recycled materials while learning about design principles and engineering concepts.
Los Alamos Historical Society Presents Speaker Roslyn Franken Sept. 8 At Fuller Lodge
The Los Alamos Historical Society will present a free lecture by award-winning author Roslyn Franken on September 8 at Fuller Lodge, featuring her father's extraordinary story of surviving Nagasaki as a prisoner of war.
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Los Alamos Reporter
The inaugural Los Alamos Nuclear Forum, hosted by the New Mexico Nuclear Alliance at SALA Event Center, drew over 200 attendees in person and additional participants online.
Forest Service Announces Fire Positions For 2026
The Santa Fe National Forest is hiring for multiple fire positions, including dispatchers, equipment operators, and fire prevention specialists, to support wildfire preparedness and disaster response.
LTE: Natural Gas Costs 35% More In Los Alamos — Why Raise Rates Tonight?
Los Alamos County Council voted on a natural gas rate increase (Ordinance 02-385) despite concerns that residents already pay 35 percent more for natural gas than the statewide average.
LEDA And MRA Funding For Business Development
Los Alamos County is using LEDA and MRA funding tools through private sector partnerships to boost economic vitality in Los Alamos and White Rock.
VE Holdings is requesting an $868,000 interest-free LEDA loan over 10 years with a two-year payment grace period to redevelop properties at 118 State Road 4 in White Rock, raising questions about property rights and loan terms.
The Frijoles Fire has burned 15,226 acres and reached 52 percent containment as of August 25, with 824 personnel continuing firefighting efforts that began after the lightning-caused fire started on August 4.
The National Nuclear Security Administration signed a memorandum of understanding with Pacific Fusion to collaborate on high-yield fusion research as the company broke ground on its Research and Manufacturing Campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
SFNF: Anticipate Traffic Delays Aug. 26 And 27 Near Gilman Tunnels
Drivers should expect traffic delays along Forest Service Road 376 near the Gilman Tunnels on August 26 and 27 due to project work requiring temporary traffic control.
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