Published October 14, 2022

COVID-19 Omicron Booster Clinic this Monday for individuals Ages 12+

Premier Medical Group (PMG) is holding another COVID-19 bivalent Omicron booster clinic in conjunction with Los Alamos County on Monday, October 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 2200 Diamond Dr., Los Alamos. 

PMG will administer both the Pfizer Omicron booster to eligible individuals 12+ years and the Moderna Omicron booster for eligible individuals 18+ years. Since the October 7 vaccine clinic, PMG is now authorized to administer the Pfizer booster to individuals under 18.  

Insurance and identification are not required. While PMG prefers individuals schedule an appointment through the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) vaccine webpage, the staff has set aside 30 additional doses for walk-ins.

To schedule an appointment, visit the NMDOH vaccine webpage. After logging into the appropriate NMDOH profile, individuals can select “schedule an appointment,” enter “Los Alamos,” and select “First Baptist Church” for the PMG clinic by clicking on the map. (No event code is needed).

For those encountering problems scheduling an appointment, NMDOH is available to assist from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. any day of the week at 1.855.600.3453. In addition, the Los Alamos Public Health Office is available at 505.662.4038 to help individuals schedule appointments.   

Visit the CDC website to see how to stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines. For more information on county-related issues regarding COVID-19, citizens can visit the county website at https://lacnm.com/COVID.

County Council meetings in White Rock Tuesdays, October 18 and 25 

Los Alamos County Council will hold the October 18 and 25, 2022 regular sessions in White Rock at Fire Station No. 3 (129 State Road 4) due to the early voting operations in the Municipal Building Council Chambers. The meeting will start at 6 p.m. Individuals can view and participate virtually using the Zoom link, or attend in person. 

The agenda will be published Friday, October 14 for the meeting on October 18 and Friday, October 21 for the meeting on October 25. To view or download the agenda, click here: https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx 

New Mexico Ice Wolves to play El Paso Rhinos at Winter Classic

As part of the Los Alamos Winter Classic, December 9 -11, 2022, which is a FREE Event - Enjoy the capstone event of a NAHL Hockey game featuring the NM Ice Wolves vs the El Paso Rhinos!

The New Mexico Ice Wolves take on the El Paso Rhinos on December 11th at 2 p.m., at the Los Alamos County Ice Rink.

Tickets for the NM Ice Wolves vs the El Paso Rhinos are $15 and are on sale now at https://tinyurl.com/WinterClassicNAHL



We want to see you at the Los Alamos Winter Classic!

Broadband survey open to all community members

Community Broadband Forum scheduled for Oct. 19

CTC Technology and Energy, under contract to Los Alamos County, opened the online broadband survey and speed test today, October 14, to all community members. The comprehensive survey and speed test assess broadband availability, affordability, and accessibility throughout the county. 

Additionally, Los Alamos County staff invites the public to a Community Broadband Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 5:30 p.m. The purpose is for the county and its consultant to listen to the community, answer questions and discuss the project's possible next steps. The meeting is scheduled at the White Rock Fire Station 3 at 129 NM-4 for in-person attendance. Those wishing to join virtually may use the following Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83127444178.

According to Los Alamos County Broadband Manager Jerry Smith, residents are encouraged to provide their experience with internet speed and reliability in the county by attending the Community Broadband Forum and taking the online survey at https://lacnm.com/BroadbandSurvey. Further, to evaluate the quality and performance of the survey taker's network and to account for varying conditions, Smith requests these individuals perform online speed tests at their homes multiple times over several days by visiting https://speedsurveyapp.com/surveys/los-alamos/. These results will complement the survey findings from the statistically valid sample, which is also underway. 

Smith emphasized that this valuable feedback will assist the county in demonstrating its broadband needs and possibly qualify for federal and state grants geared to assist unserved and underserved communities access high-speed internet.  

The survey and speed test will close for everyone by 11:59 p.m. on October 28, 2022. For more information on the County's broadband initiative, visit the webpage at https://lacnm.com/broadband or drop an email to Jerry.Smith@lacnm.us.

Atomic City Transit –2022 Bandelier Shuttle season has ended

Atomic City transit announced the shuttle’s last day of operation to Bandelier National Monument was Wednesday, October 12, 2022.

Starting Thursday, October 13, 2022, vehicles will be allowed to drive into the park while visiting. Bandelier National Park Visitor Center is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Sunday.

Atomic City Transit regular service will continue as published. Please call our office at (505) 661-RIDE (7433) for any additional information or use the ACTracker to locate your bus route in real-time.

For the specific route service schedules, please visit our website at: https://www.losalamosnm.us/.../public.../atomic_city_transit

Sewer Lines to be replaced on Sombrillo Ct.

The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is starting a sewer line replacement project on Sombrillo Court with excavation to begin on Monday. DPU’s contractor is currently potholing there to locate existing sewer lines in preparation for the project.

Starting Monday, the entrance to Sombrillo Nursing & Rehabilitation Center will be narrowed while installing a new manhole in the area. Drivers will still be able to enter and exit but are asked to drive slowly and cautiously while entering and exiting the parking lot. It has not yet been determined how long the manhole installation should take.

The installation of the new sewer line is expected to take under 30 days. It will occur to the side of the Sombrillo Ct. cul-de-sac so traffic won’t be impeded. The replacement is being done because a portion of the sewer line and multiple service lines were constructed in the past with no flushing points. Some sections have fittings that cannot be maintained because their pipes are undersized and awkwardly placed.

The replacement pipes will be placed according to DPU’s current standards that include an adequately-sized main line with manholes and service lines with adequate slope and cleanouts for flushing.

Residents with questions about the project may call DPU Senior Engineer James Martinez at 505.663.1907 during business hours.

Gallery Shop at Fuller Lodge Art Center has new hours

Good News Everyone! We're changing our shop hours to accommodate the local community a little better. Starting October 16th we will be open on Tuesdays-Sundays weekly! We heard you asking for more time to visit the gallery and shop on the weekend and we're here for you. Stop by Sunday for snacks and some hot cocoa and see what you've missed at the Fuller Lodge Art Center!

Dia de Los Muertos opening reception at Fuller Lodge Art Center

Join Fuller Lodge art Center on Saturday, October 15th at 5 p.m. for another excellent gallery reception! This Month, the Art Center welcomes Sandy Ludescher with her Dia De Los Muertos show.

Friends Bookstore at Mesa Public Library has something for everyone

There’s something for everyone and you contribute to our community. Settle in with a great classic, or maybe a book that just came out. Do you want to learn more about Los Alamos or a new style of cooking? Or maybe just cuddle up with a cup of hot chocolate and a good movie. There really is something for everyone at the Friends Bookstore located at Mesa Public Library.