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County: Dinosaur & Grand Canyon Playlot Surveys Open

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD), in partnership with Groundwork Studio, has completed the first listening sessions for both Dinosaur Park on Barranca Mesa and Grand Canyon Playground in White Rock.

The purpose of the listening sessions was to hear from the community as to what they would love about the parks, things to keep in mind throughout the project, and any ideas on what they would like to see.

The purpose of these projects is to design, develop construction documents, and provide construction administration services for the renovation of Dinosaur Read More

Results From 2026 Los Alamos County Science Fair; 52 Students Qualify For Northeastern New Mexico Regional

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Los Alamos County Science Fair participants in the junior division gather for a photo. Courtesy/LAPS

Los Alamos High School students Linus Plohr, Lilia Viteva and Tate Plohr are among 52 LAPS students who qualified to participate in the Feb. 28 Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science Fair. Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

More than 122 projects were on display as students from elementary, middle and high school participated in the 2026 Los Alamos County Science Fair last weekend at Piñon Elementary School.

Fifty-two students qualified for the 2026 Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science Fair, Read More

County To Host First Community Engagement Session For Bayo Canyon Trailhead Improvements

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County invites community members to participate in the first community engagement session for the Bayo Canyon Trailhead Improvement Project, an initiative focused on creating a safer, more accessible, and welcoming trailhead for users of all abilities.

The first in-person community engagement session is 5:30 p.m., Feb. 11 at Fuller Lodge. Community members are encouraged to attend to learn more about the project, review early concepts, and share input that will help guide the design process.

Besides in-person meetings, the County is offering other ways for the Read More

County: We’re Thirsty For Your Input!

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has been working to get your honest opinion — the good, the bad, and the “my water pressure could lift a rocket,” and we’re shocked by how few responses we’ve gotten.

Help us stay current by completing the Voice of the Customer Survey before it quietly flows into your brain’s “puns and opportunities missed” folder Tuesday, Feb. 17. This survey helps DPU flush out how we can better serve the community. It only takes a few minutes—just a splash of time—and we promise not to ask for your social security number, Netflix queue, or inventory Read More

Council Makes Strides To Improve Recreational Amenities

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By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Efforts to improve amenities for recreational enthusiasts in Los Alamos, from the athlete all the way to the pedestrian, are progressing.

During the Los Alamos County Council regular meeting, Jan. 27, council unanimously approved the North Mesa Recreation Master Plan as well as the installation of the High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signal on N.M. 4.

In the discussion of the North Mesa Recreation Master Plan, County Parks Superintendent Wendy Parker highlighted the fact that while the plan was up for approval, Read More

Last Chance To Help Name Community Broadband Network

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County invites the community to help choose the name for the Community Broadband Network (CBN) before the survey closes this Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, at noon. Results will be announced in two weeks, Feb. 18.

What is the CBN project? Where will construction begin? How fast will the internet be? Discover the answer to all these questions and more at losalamosnm.us/CBN-FAQs.

For more information, contact County Broadband Manager Jerry Smith at jerry.smith@losalamosnm.gov. Read More

LAPS Encourages Eligible Students To Ride The Bus Feb. 11

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LAPS News:

It’s that time again! Los Alamos Public Schools is encouraging all eligible students to ride the school bus to and/or from school on Wednesday, February 11 as part of “Ride the Bus” Day. This initiative not only helps the environment but also funds the LAPS Transportation Department. The goal is to have 1,000 riders.

Two days a year, the New Mexico Public Education Department has each school district tally student ridership for transportation funding: once in December, and again in February. The school district receives funding for school bus transportation based on the number of Read More

Toppers Fall To Pojoaque Elks 56-66

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Lan Frazier makes a layup past the defense of Joziah Salazar for 2 of his 22 points for the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

SPORTS News:

The Toppers traveled to Pojoaque to play the Pojoaque Elks in a non-district game played the Ben Lujan gym Tuesday night. The Toppers had a strong first half and took a small lead into the locker room at the half, but the Elks took over the game in the second half and pulled ahead for the win 56-65.

Ben Brousseau ducks under the defense of Joshua Gonzales in the first quarter as he brings the ball down court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Dylan Baca drives Read More

County Launches New Online Directory To Highlight Local Businesses, Organizations, And Community Events

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County has launched a new online directory designed to showcase local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community events, making it easier for residents and visitors to discover the unique things our community has to offer. 

The new directory allows businesses, organizations, and event organizers to submit their own listings directly through the County website and make updates as needed. Listings include descriptions of the business or nonprofit, contact information, photos, and relevant details to help people connect with local services, programs, Read More