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LAPD Traffic Alert: Multiple Accidents On Truck Route!

LAPD Traffic Alert:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) reports black ice and multiple accidents near Mile Marker 8  on the Truck Route.

The truck route is down to one lane westbound.

LAPD is advising motorists to slow down and also to avoid the area and seek alternate routes if possible. Read More

ACLU Issues Travel Advisory For Texas After Passage Of Extreme Anti-Immigrant Law

ACLU News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) affiliates of New Mexico, Arizona, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, San Diego and Imperial Counties and Texas issued an advisory warning people traveling through Texas to know their rights and take significant precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones because of extremist laws Texas lawmakers have passed targeting immigrants and people of color.  

Texas’s new laws are backed by white supremacists and represent an extreme new step in the state’s growing anti-immigrant legislation, which includes Operation Read More

ATC Transit Services To Be Closed Christmas Day

Atomic City Transit (ACT) regular scheduled bus service and para transit services will not operate on Monday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit (ACT) regular scheduled bus service and para transit services will not operate on Monday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Atomic City Transit service will resume Tuesday, Dec. 26 with the exception of Peak Service on Route 6 (PM). Peak Service on Route 6 (PM) will resume Jan. 2, 2024.

Route 3 and Peak Service on Routes 1 and 6 (AM) will remain suspended until further notice due Read More

NCL Statement On DOT’s Fine Against Southwest Airlines

NCL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Consumers League (NCL) Monday applauded the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) landmark enforcement action against Southwest Airlines over the company’s operational meltdown during the 2022 holidays.

The following statement is attributable to John Breyault, NCL’s Vice President of Public Policy, Telecommunications, and Fraud:

“Today’s DOT action sends an unambiguous signal to the airline industry that passengers’ time is valuable and there will be consequences for carriers that waste it. The unprecedented $140 million fine demonstrates Read More

Travel: Slow-Paced Voyage Of Discovery Through Burgundy

Ancy-le-Franc. Photo by Debbie Stone

La Belle Epoque. Photo by Debbie Stone

By DEBBIE STONE
Santa Fe
For the Los Alamos Daily Post

When most people think of a barge, they envision a flat-bottomed boat that hauls goods down a waterway – a working vessel. So, when I told family and friends that I was going on a barge cruise in France, I received quizzical and confused looks. They didn’t understand why I was choosing to travel by what they perceived to be an uncomfortable mode of transportation.

“Au contraire!” I responded, and then proceeded to enlighten them, explaining that this was not a cargo boat, Read More

Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-Use Trail Project Construction Activities: Week Of Dec. 18

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Public Works Division is under contract with Hasse Contracting Company Inc. to construct the Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project.

During the week of Dec. 18, Hasse Contracting will continue construction activities within the Fuller Lodge Grounds adjacent to Central Avenue.

Hours of Construction:

Hasse Contracting Company Inc. will generally be working 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Weekend work may be conducted occasionally if construction activities are impacted by weather.

Traffic Impact:

During these activities there will Read More

Posts From The Road: Buc-ee’s Mega Stores On Steroids

Buc-ee’s Traffic: Visitors to Buc-ee’s Convenience Stores may be surprised at the traffic created by the mega stores especially close to the building and around the 100 plus gas pumps. It’s not just a pit stop, it’s an experience! Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Brisket & More: Fresh brisket, pulled pork and other varieties of hot sandwiches are served up in every Buc-ee’s mega store. Other cold sandwiches and fresh food are also available. The Buc-ee’s Stores make it a priority to serve fresh food. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Read More

Fr. Glenn: Dusting Off Resolutions

By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Wow. Only a week until Christmas eve. That means the New Year is already almost upon us. Man … where did 2022 go? Oh, wait …

Yes, I’m behind the times, I suppose. Listening to “classic” Christmas music on Pandora and “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” came on. Good ol’ Bing. And then … transported to past decades before all the tech stuff pervaded every moment of our lives—cellphones, computers, internet, video games, etc.—a much simpler, and in many ways, a much happier time.

It’s sad that kids are not just out and about nowadays playing in yards, flying kites, riding bikes; Read More

All Shall Be Well: ‘While We Are Waiting, Come’

Clergy from left, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired; Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Associate Rector Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Courtesy photo

By Rev. Deb Beloved Church
White Rock Presbyterian Church

“While we are waiting, come; while we are waiting, come.
Jesus, our Lord, Emmanuel, while we are waiting, come.”

“With power and glory, come; with power and glory, come.
Jesus, our Lord, Emmanuel, while we are waiting, come.”

“Come, Savior, quickly come; come, Savior, quickly come.
 Jesus, our Lord, Emmanuel, while we are waiting, come.”

These are the lyrics of an Advent hymn (entitled, appropriately, Read More

Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round: Don’t Hibernate On 2023 Preparedness Plan

Forest Stewards Guild News:

SANTA FE — Take this seasonal break to create or review and improve your personal preparedness plan for emergencies. 

The Forest Stewards Guild and the Fire Adapted New Mexico learning network (FACNM) and partners at nearby national forests, agencies, and non-governmental organizations conclude the 2023 Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round campaign with our December message: Don’t Hibernate on a Preparedness Plan.  

Although emergencies and disasters can occur at any moment, the winter months – when wildfire risk is at its lowest – are a good time to create Read More

Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum: Artificial Intelligence & Religious Transhumanism By Dr. James Carroll

Courtesy/Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum

Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:

Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum Presents: Artificial Intelligence & Religious Transhumanism By Dr. James Carroll, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at SALA Event Center. Pizza will be served.

Continuing the themes from the summer lecture on Artificial Intelligence, Dr. James Carroll will discuss the relatively recent rise of “religious transhumanism.” Transhumanists think that technology is in the process of fundamentally changing what it means to be human, and they have some remarkably interesting Read More

Local Houses Of Worship Thank Community For Supporting Work Of Colores United With Asylum Seekers

Van ready for delivery to Colores United. Courtesy photo

Donated clothing at the Colores United shelter. Courtesy photo

By RICHARD SKOLNIK
On behalf of cooperating houses of worship

The United Church, The Pajarito Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, the White Rock Presbyterian Church, the Los Alamos Jewish Center, and the Los Alamos Unitarian Church would like to thank the community for the contributions they so generously provided to support the work of Colores United with asylum seekers in Deming.

During November, community members contributed 139 boxes/large bags Read More

Seats Still Open For Annual LAMS Washington, D.C. Trip

Lincoln Memorial. Courtesy/Worldstrides

LAMS News:

It is not too late to sign up for this year’s 8th grade annual spring break Washington, DC trip to be held March 23-26.

There are just seven seats left. Only a $99 deposit is needed to secure a spot. Flexible payment plans are available, as are discounts for first responder, educator and military family members.

This is a private trip and not a school sponsored trip. Sign up here using trip ID # 209244 or call 1.800.468.5899.

Questions? Call Roberta Cocking at 505.670.0679. See Facebook at “LAMS Washington, D.C. Trip” for pictures and additional Read More

Reminder: Community Invited To Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Hosted By Freedom Church Dec. 24 At Ashley Pond

Freedom Church Pastor Mike Brake speaking at a previous Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Ashley Pond. Courtesy/Freedom Church

Freedom Church News:

Freedom Church in Los Alamos is hosting a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 4:45-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 24 at Ashley Pond. It is outside, casual and open to everyone in the community.

“This Christmas Eve Candlelight Service is a wonderful way to gather as a community this holiday season,” Freedom Church Pastor Mike Brake said. “Join Freedom Church Los Alamos for a special time of music, cheer and message the whole family will love.”

To learn Read More

Business Spotlight: Michelle Wilde Of Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute

Michelle Wilde, LPCC, LMT, owner of Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute in Los Alamos. Courtesy photo

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

“Being able to be part of the healing journey with a person is truly an honor.” –Michelle Wilde

Michelle Wilde, LPCC, LMT owns Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute in Los Alamos. She is a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor, Body-Connection Coach and Licensed Massage Therapist, specializing in integrative, holistic care for mind & body.

She is also a certified 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work Leader, a strategic Read More

Los Alamos Public Schools On 2-Hour Delay Friday

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) will be on a 2-hour delay on Friday, Dec. 15.

All schools will start 2 hours late.

“The side streets in Los Alamos are still snow packed and icy in places. We cannot drive bus routes on time. Buses will arrive at their stops 2 hours after their regularly scheduled times.” –Superintendent Jennifer Guy.

Morning 3 Y is canceled. Afternoon 3Y will start at the regular time. LAOLA classes will continue with a regular schedule. Read More

County Manager: 2-Hour Delay For Non-Essential Facilities

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne has ordered a 2-hour delay for all non-essential County government employees for the morning of Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, due to hazardous weather conditions.

Some County services and facilities may be impacted:

 

  • Atomic City Transit fixed route service will begin at approximately 7 a.m. Friday. For specific route information, visit www.atomiccitytransit.com or check the ACTracker.
  • The Aquatic Center plans to open at 8 a.m.
  • The Ice Rink plans to open at 10 a.m.
  • The Golf Course Pro Shop will open at 10 a.m. The course will be closed for
Read More

Road Conditions This Morning In Los Alamos & White Rock

View of Diamond Drive along the golf course around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam

View of Central Avenue at 15th Street facing west around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam

View of Central Avenue at 15th Street facing south around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam

View of Diamond Drive and Trinity facing north around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam

View of Airport, N.M. 502 facing east around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam

View of N.M. 4 at Rover Boulevard around 11 a.m. today in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam

View of N.M. 4 heading toward Pajarito Road around 11 a.m. today in White Read More

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