YMCA Winter Racquetball League Running Jan. 26–March 21
Leadership Los Alamos Announces 2026 Board Elections
From Leadership Los Alamos:
Leadership Los Alamos has announced Jasmine Stephens as its new Board Chair and Martha Katko as Co-Chair for 2026.
Further, Carmen Kramer has graciously accepted her unanimous election as Board Chair for the program year 2026-2027.
Leadership Los Alamos, a 501(c)3 in its 23rd year of service in providing development, networking and support for today’s and tomorrow’s community leaders, is excited for all the opportunities that its new program chairs will bring.
Leadership Los Alamos provides a unique opportunity for individuals who live or work in Los Alamos Read More
Ringside Seat: Peanuts And Politics; Plus, Do We Need A Lieutenant Governor?
By MILAN SIMONICH
The Santa Fe New Mexican
There really was a peanut gallery on opening day of the New Mexico Legislature. It was the place to be.
While too many lawmakers made ho-hum announcements and introduced an elephantine list of guests, students from Eastern New Mexico University staffed a booth with complimentary packages of Hampton Farms peanuts. They are a staple of the Portales area’s economy and the best-known peanuts in politics since Jimmy Carter ran for president.
Forty feet from the booth, Eastern’s excellent Greyhound Sound Marching Band took over the Capitol Rotunda. Read More
Zuni Youth Enrichment Project Deepens Food Sovereignty Programming With Families, Community Partners
This year, ZYEP will mentor a small cohort of families through the growing season in an intensive apprentice-style program, setting up infrastructure and sharing traditional protocols and practices. Courtesy/ZYEP
ZYEP News:
ZUNI — As 2026 begins, the Zuni Youth Enrichment Project is preparing to expand and deepen its food sovereignty programming in the Pueblo of Zuni. Building on years of culturally grounded, community-rooted work, the ZYEP team is evolving how it collaborates with families and local partners, refining popular community workshops, and expanding youth programming. Read More
Laurent Outlines Priorities In State Of The County Address
Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presents her annual State of the County report during the Chamber Business Breakfast Jan. 15 at SALA Event Center. Photo by Marlene Wilden/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presented her annual State of the County address Thursday during the monthly Chamber of Commerce breakfast, reviewing the past year and outlining priorities for 2026 while portraying a busy but financially cautious government.
She told business leaders Read More
LAMC Kicks Off New Free Community Seminar Series With: ‘Active Lifestyles And ACLs’ Feb. 12 At SALA Event Center
LAMC News:
Community members are invited to attend the first entry in a new free health seminar series hosted by Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) at SALA Event Center.
The first talk, presented by Tania Pence, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, is titled “Active Lifestyles And ACLs” at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12.
Attendees will be able to enjoy refreshments, prizes, socialize, meet a subject matter expert and learn about their health. They can do so all while enjoying SALA, a vibrant community event center at 2551 Central Ave.
Individuals interested in attending are asked Read More
Los Alamos Chapter Of Santa Fe Opera Guild To Host Annual Props And Costumes Event At Fuller Lodge Saturday Feb. 7
Director of the Costume Department Blair Gulledge, left, and Director of the Props Department Eileen Garcia at a previous event at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
The Los Alamos Chapter of the Santa Fe Opera Guild will hold its Annual Props and Costumes Event with speakers from the Santa Fe Opera at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at Fuller Lodge.
Director of the Costume Department Blair Gulledge and Director of the Props Department Eileen Garcia will discuss the challenges of creating memorable props and costumes for the Santa Fe Opera’s 2026 season.
They will bring samples to share and Read More
Free Online Classes Available From County Library System
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Public Library System now offers access to more than 150 live and on-demand GetSetUp classes through its website, losalamoslibrary.org.
No library card is required to access these free classes.
The New Mexico State Library is excited to provide this new learning platform, GetSetUp, thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The State Library has partnered with public libraries statewide to make this valuable resource available to all New Mexico residents.
GetSetUp’s digital literacy courses include basic overviews for using Microsoft, Apple, Read More
Los Alamos Students Take Action To Break Stigma Around Mental Health … Navigating Challenges Together For A Stronger Future
Kiwanian Tim Glasco with LAHS Key Club members selling cotton candy at last year’s Los Alamos Summer Concert Series to raise funds to support youth mental health projects. Courtesy photo
By SEAN LO
Key Club Secretary
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
Students at Los Alamos High School are taking meaningful action to address mental health challenges among their peers and promote open, stigma-free conversations.
Fundraising activities undertaken by Key Club members involved selling cotton candy at the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series, showing their commitment to supporting youth mental health Read More
Junior Girl Scouts & Brownies Blast Off With Two Space‐themed STEM Adventures Provided By PEEC At Planetarium
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is welcoming Girl Scouts to two upcoming space‐themed STEM adventures designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help scouts earn their official Space Science badges.
These immersive programs combine exploration, creative activities, and the awe of the planetarium to bring the universe to life for young learners.
Junior Girl Scouts:
- Space Science Investigator Adventure!
- 1-2:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 25
- Admission: $10 per scout
Junior Girl Scouts (grades 4-5) are invited to embark on an exciting journey through the Read More
Social Services In-Person Office Hours Jan. 21 In White Rock
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Social Services Division is offering convenient evening hours at the White Rock Branch Library to better assist people who may not be able to meet during regular business hours.
Community members who need assistance with housing services, utility payments, food instability, or connections to other resources in the county are encouraged to stop by for a one-on-one meeting to learn how Social Services may be able to help.
No appointment is necessary.
The Social Services staff will be available monthly at the White Rock Public Library in a study room on the third Read More
2026 Higher Education Day At The Roundhouse Jan. 20
STATE News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) welcomes students, families, and members of the public to attend Higher Education Day at the State Capitol from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
The event will recognize New Mexico GEAR UP students, as well as recipients of programs like the Opportunity Scholarship and loan-repayment-programs. Eastern New Mexico University Band will be in attendance for the day of events, including more than 24 New Mexico colleges, universities and other education partners will share information with visitors on degree and certificate Read More
Op-Ed: New Mexico Can’t Afford To Be Left Out Of Innovation & Opportunity
By DAVIN LOPEZ
NMIDEA President
New Mexico has always been a place of ingenuity. From agriculture and aerospace to energy and advanced manufacturing, we’ve built our economy by solving problems in tough environments. But too often, when the New Mexico Legislature talks about innovation, investment, and economic development, they forget about the importance of research and development (R&D). Passing the R&D tax credit bill is a chance to change that — and it’s a chance the Legislature should not miss.
The research and development tax credit is not a giveaway. It’s a proven tool used Read More
Local Marriage Enrichment Workshop Begins Jan. 31
COMMUNITY News:
Are you looking for a Valentine’s Day gift that lasts longer than chocolate or roses? Michelle Wilde of Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute suggests enriching your relationship this year for benefits that last a lifetime.
Mullein Leaf is once again offering the Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work workshop in Los Alamos. Past participants have noted they have finished the class having become “better friends” and appreciate the opportunity to practice the skills with their partner/spouse with a knowledgeable guide.
Known worldwide for his research into what happy couples Read More
Today Marks Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2026
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2026:
Today marks “The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, which celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America.”
About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.:
During the less than 13 years of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s leadership of the modern American Civil Rights Movement, from December 1955 until April 4, 1968, African Americans achieved more genuine progress toward racial equality in America than the previous 350 years had produced. Dr. King is widely regarded as America’s pre-eminent advocate of nonviolence Read More
Daily Postcard: Sunlight Shines On Pajarito Mountain
Daily Postcard: Sunlight shines on Pajarito Mountain Ski Area, where registration is now open for multi-week lessons. These include Camp Bluebird (4-week Saturday-only lessons for kids ages 7-12), Master the Mountain (4-week Sunday-only lessons for all ages 7 & up), Women’s Clinics, and Senior Clinics on Thursdays. Courtesy/PMSA Read More
Toppers Fall To Robertson In Non-conference Showdown
Kohynn Young makes a 2pt layup early in the game. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Maribel Ramos-Chacon sets up for a 3pt shot attempt. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Topper Girls varsity basketball team welcomed the Robertson Cardinals to Griffith Gymnasium on Tuesday night for a non-conference showdown.
The Toppers battled hard from start to finish, but the Cardinals’ late push proved decisive.
Despite a strong effort, the final score was 41–33 in favor of Robertson.
Javaya Davison makes a Read More
Topper Basketball Falls To Mesa Vista Lady Trojans 34-46
Javaya Davison and Valery Martinez face off to start the game. Photo by Nate Limback/ladaiypost.com
Maribel Ramos-Chacon looks to pass the ball to a teammate as Aubrey Martinez guards her in the 1st quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Sports News:
The Los Alamos High School Topper Girls Basketball team lost the non-conference game against Mesa Vista Lady Trojans in a game played to a packed house Saturday night in Griffith Gymnasium.
The Toppers played a good game but remained behind for the entire game and could not close the gap. They lost the contest 34-46.
Javaya Read More
This Week In Sports: Jan. 20-24, 2026
SPORTS News:
This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers have girls and boys basketball, swimming/diving and wrestling games and events at home and away.
The Topper sports games and events are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team, which includes John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.
This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:
Jan. 20 Tuesday
- Girls Basketball vs Escalante Away – 5:30 p.m.
- Boys Basketball vs Moriarty Home – 6 p.m.
Jan. 22 Thursday
- Girls Basketball vs Moriarty Away – 6 p.m.
Jan. 24 Saturday
- Girls/Boys Swimming/Diving Tom Casey Memorial Invite ABQ Academy – TBD
- Girls/Boys
Hilltopper Boys Basketball Team Loses To Mesa Vista 44-62
Beau Ward drives the lane for a layup basket in the game hosted by the Los Alamos High School boys basketball team Saturday afternoon against the Mesa Vista Trojans played in Griffith Gymnasium. The high-energy match was back and forth, but the Toppers struggled to answer the Trojans relentless attacks. In the third quarter Lan Frazier got hot with several 3pt shots but couldn’t overcome the lead the Trojans had built. The final score was 44-62. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Mateo Montoya makes a breakaway layup. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net Read More