Los Alamos Daily Digest Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Ty's Take
The Frijoles Fire recovery meeting keeps getting postponed, which tells you something about what this plateau throws at us, and it's not always flames. Flash flood warnings, the kind of hazard you don't expect when you're still thinking about wildfire season, pushed the open house back again this week. But here's what matters: people around here care enough to keep showing up when they reschedule. That kind of persistence is the only thing that gets you through rebuilding after a fire takes your land, and Los Alamos County knows that lesson cold.
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Weather Alerts
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued September 28 at 10:47PM MDT until September 30 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...All of northern and central New Mexico. * WHEN...Through late Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and...
Los Alamos Daily Post
The Los Alamos Police Department conducted Operation High Standards, an enforcement action targeting retailers selling THC products illegally without checking customer age. The operation identified businesses violating state regulations on cannabis sales.
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Los Alamos Reporter
Community Invited To October Meeting Of County Health Council Thursday, Oct. 1
The Los Alamos County Health Council invites the public to its October 1 meeting at noon in the Municipal Building. The gathering will take place during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Jemez Springs Man Faces Felony, Misdemeanor Charges In Farmington Magistrate Court
A Jemez Springs man faces serious charges in Farmington Magistrate Court, including two felonies for firearm possession by a convicted felon and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Matthew Trujillo, 27, is also charged with unlawfully carrying a concealed, loaded firearm.
Obituary: Alex Carrillo Feb. 17, 1954 – Sept. 24, 2026
Alex Carrillo, a longtime resident who grew up in Hobbs, New Mexico after being born in Carrizo Springs, Texas, passed away on September 24, 2026. He was remembered for his devotion to family, football, hunting, and gardening.
Frijoles Fire Recovery Open House Rescheduled Again Due To Flash Flood Advisory
The Frijoles Fire Recovery Open House has been postponed again, this time due to a flash flood advisory in the area. A new date for the community event will be announced.
Free Screening Of CITIZENFOUR And Libertarian Candidate Meet & Greet At SALA This Wednesday
Libertarian candidates Chris Luchini and James Wernicke will host a free screening of the Academy Award-winning documentary Citizenfour on Wednesday, September 30 at 6:00 p.m. at SALA, followed by a candidate meet and greet. Luchini is running for County Assessor while Wernicke is a candidate for...
Rivera Funeral Home Hosts Open House And Suicide Awareness & Spirit House Oct. 2 In Espanola
Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations will host an open house and suicide awareness event at their Espanola chapel on October 2. The Los Alamos-based funeral home has served the community since 2019 and is working toward opening a larger facility.
Los Alamos Community Foundation Presents Check For $19,250 To Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation
The Los Alamos Community Foundation awarded $19,250 to the Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation for its Resilience Initiative. The grant came from the Anchorum Community Health Fund, a donor-advised fund focused on health, wellness, and community resilience.
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