Home Country: Sunny Side Up
Home Country
By SLIM RANDLES
“You know it has to be summer,” Dud said, “when you see lizards carrying canteens.”
There were nods of agreement going on around the round table at the Mule Barn coffee shop.
“Puts me in mind,” said Herb, “of that summer back in ’74. You remember that one?”
Everyone but Dud nodded. In 1974, Dud wasn’t yet a twinkle of his parents’ eyes.
“Fried an egg on the hood of Doc’s car, we did,” said Herb, grinning. “Sunny side up, right, Doc?”
“That’s right,” Doc said, “but I wish you had asked me first. See, you boys didn’t put any grease on the hood and I thought I’d never get all that egg Read More
Expect Delays On I-25 Northbound Near La Bajada
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE – A paving project on I-25 near La Bajada is causing backups.
Drivers heading northbound may experience significant delays depending on traffic volume, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday, July 13 due to lane closures.
A single lane will be open to allow traffic to pass through the project from the Cochiti Exit to the Waldo Exit.
People trying to get out of town for the weekend and larger, slower moving vehicles contributed to a significant backup Friday afternoon on this stretch of interstate.
The NMDOT apologizes for the inconvenience and recommends drivers plan accordingly for a delayed Read More
Pueblo Loop Trail Open At Bandelier National Monument, Entrance Fees Will Be Charged Beginning Monday July 13
With construction complete and the Pueblo Loop Trail (formerly known as the Main Loop Trail) now open, Bandelier National Monument will resume charging entrance fees Monday, July 13.
The project to improve the surface of the 1.2-mile trail that starts just behind the park visitor center in Frijoles Canyon has been in progress for several years.
While the trail is not ADA accessible, the concrete surface is a vast improvement and going to make it easier for the public to see, up close, some of the only excavated archaeological sites in Bandelier.
Los Alamos Helps ‘Impossible Foods’ Save Environment
Impossible Foods CEO and Founder Pat Brown
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When Pat Brown founded his company Impossible Foods in 2011, he set a high-level objective: to eradicate the consumption of meat from animals by 2035.
Turns out several businesses in Los Alamos are helping Brown achieve this goal. During a virtual presentation Tuesday night, which was part of ScienceFest, Brown revealed several local restaurants including Sirphey, Pajarito Brew Pub and Cottonwood on the Greens serve dishes with Impossible Burger and Impossible Sausage.
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Cone Zone: Week Of July 13, 2020
COUNTY News:N.M. 502 Roundabout & Road Reconstruction (information provided by NMDOT)
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and Star Paving Contractors continue working on N.M. 502 in Los Alamos between Knecht Street and Tewa Loop. Weather permitting, work should be complete in the winter of 2020.
Paving near the intersection of DP Road and Trinity Drive has been completed. Star Paving still has work to complete at the NW corner of the intersection of Knecht Street and Read More
New Mexico To Re-Enact Certain Public Health Restrictions
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham this afternoon announced the state will re-enact emergency public health restrictions including indoor seating at restaurants, breweries prohibited and said state parks are accessible only to residents of New Mexico. Screenshot/LADP
Courtesy/Governor’s Office
Courtesy/Governor’s Office
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday announced the state of New Mexico will re-enact emergency public health restrictions on high-contact indoor environments where face-coverings are not worn in order to slow the rising Read More
Scenes From Los Alamos Farmers Market This Morning
Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Farmers Market News:
The Los Alamos Farmers Market is open 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today and every Thursday through October at Ashley Pond Park.
There also is a Saturday market 8 a.m. to noon at the Justice Center parking lot that runs through September.
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, extra precautions are implemented at these markets in accordance with the state and New Mexico Farmers Market Association.
These precautions include:
- Proper distancing between booths;
- Food pre-bagged for pickup;
- Masks and
Garden Water Features Attract Wildlife; Soothe The Soul
Members of the Los Alamos Master Gardeners (LAMG) recommend adding water features to residential gardens to attract wildlife, soothe the soul and personalize the space. A water feature can be as simple as a bird bath rock or as complex as a waterfall. Los Alamos Master Gardners provided the photos in this piece including Denise George, Rosemarie Frederickson, Cathy Ragsdale, Kimberli Tanner and Robert Walker. Learn more about the Los Alamos Master Gardeners organization at http://www.lamgonline.org/. Courtesy/LAMG
A waterfall provides a relaxing sanctuary for residents. Courtesy/LAMG Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: At Violas Restaurant
On the job in Los Alamos this afternoon are Viola’s Restaurant owner Belinda Jaramillo and cook Bernardo Bojorquez delivering food to patrons at their cars in the parking lot at Trinity Dr. Viola’s is not yet offering inside dining. For more information or to place an order for pick-up, call 505.662.5617. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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County Cone Zone Construction Preview Resumes Friday
COUNTY News:Traffic Alert: Flagging Operations Near DP Road And Trinity
Traffic Alert:
One way flagging operations are underway near the intersection of DP Road and N.M. 502 (Trinity Drive) because of fire hydrant work in the roadway.
The work for the hydrant is related to construction of the new Canyon Walk Apartments.
Because this is a congested work zone adjacent to the NMDOT project for the roundabout construction, traffic should expect delays and use caution.
Work is expected to be completed later today or early Thursday. Read More
New Mexico State Police Arrest 23 Drunk Drivers Statewide During Independence Day CARE Operation
NMSP News:
During last weekend’s Independence Day holiday, the New Mexico State Police participated in the Combined Accident Reduction Effort (CARE) operation across all roadways within the state.
The goal of the traffic initiative is that a strong law enforcement presence will have a direct effect on the driving behaviors of motorists during the holiday, and thus, reduce the number of crashes and increase motorist safety.
State Police provided an increased patrol presence during this initiative on roadways throughout all State Police districts
Because of the increased volume of traffic Read More
Natural Grocers Taking Shape On Trinity Drive
Construction continues today on the Natural Grocers store under development on a portion of the former Los Alamos Shriner’s Club property at 1459 Trinity Dr. At its Feb. 27, 2019 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission approved a lot split and site plan to pave the way for the Natural Grocers store. The Shriner’s Club plans to construct a new building on a smaller lot adjacent to the store. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Vehicle Accident Cleared From Main Hill Road
Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office responded this afternoon to the scene of an accident on the Main Hill Road. Initial reports indicate that at about 3:40 p.m., a woman drove her car into the rock wall near Anderson Overlook. She appears to have an injury on the front of her neck. Traffic was allowed to exit Los Alamos (eastbound) but those trying to come into Los Alamos (westbound) were diverted for a time to the Truck Route. Traffic is now running smoothly. Check back for an update on this accident as information becomes available. Photo by Derrick Key
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Posts From The Road: Happy Independence Day America!
Big Timber, Mont.: We have traveled to Big Timber for the past four years to attend a RV Campout with several other RVers who own Pleasure-Way RVs. Our gathering is the weekend of the Sweet Grass County Festival, which is similar to the Los Alamos Fair and Rodeo weekend. One of our traditions is to attend the parade each year. The flags shown were a part of the parade including the US flag, the POW-MIA flag, the US flag honoring Search and Rescue and EMS (Emergency Medical Service) personnel (orange stripe), and the US flag honoring and supporting the police (blue stripe). Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.comFr. Glenn: ‘And I Will Give You Rest.’
By Fr. Glenn Jones
I was at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe the other day, officiating at the last farewell to a beloved former parishioner—a young wife and mother who succumbed, after many years’ valiant struggle, to unrelenting cancer. A privilege and blessing to be able to do this one last service for her, it was even more so to have visited and ministered to her at UNM Hospital in her last days … to spend time with this gentle and faithful woman who strengthened others by her resolute determination, and to be able to assure her of the eternal rest offered by God.
Wandering afterwards through the Read More
Scenes From Farmers Market Near Justice Center Saturday
Shoppers make their selections Saturday morning at the Los Alamos Farmers Market set up in the parking lot near the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
A mountain of fresh carrots are available for purchase Saturday morning at the Los Alamos Farmers Market set up in the parking lot near the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Patriotic shoppers show their 4th of July spirit as they make their way to the Los Alamos Farmers Market set up in Saturday morning the parking lot near the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
A variety of locally grown Read More
White Rock United Methodist Church Presents New Minister
New Minister Sean Smith of White Rock United Methodist Church at 580 Meadow Lane. Courtesy photo
New Minister Sean Smith of White Rock United Methodist Church with his wife Courtney and their daughters Lucy and Jane. Courtesy photo
White Rock United Methodist Church News:
The Reverend Sean Smith and his family arrived June 22 in White Rock from Odessa, Texas to serve the congregation at White Rock United Methodist Church.
Coming during a pandemic has provided some challenges. First is being quarantined for 14 days. Second is not being able to meet congregation members in person. However, Read More
Scenes From Annual 4th Of July Memorial Flag Carry Parade
Scene this morning from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints annual 4th of July Memorial Flag Carry on Grand Canyon Drive in honor of all those past and present who have paid for our freedom. Thank You! Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Scene of the flag raising this morning at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Scene of spectators honoring the flag this morning during the annual 4th of July Memorial Flag Carry on Grand Canyon Drive. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Scene of a spectator saluting the flag this morning at the annual 4th of July Memorial Flag Carr. Photo by VaLynn Read More
Home Country: We’re All In The Same Boat This 4th Of July
Home Country
By SLIM RANDLES
“Ain’t the same, is it?” asked Windy. He sipped some more coffee.
“Know what you mean,” Doc said. “Doesn’t seem right, somehow.”
“Guess we got to, howsomever.”
“Afraid so.” Doc sipped some coffee, too. “But you know, there isn’t a Fourth of July parade that’s worth your life.”
To be honest, the elder folks in our community prolonged the Fourth of July plans until the last minute. I think it’s a sign of our great trust in science, scientists, and our doctors that made us wait so long before shelving the parade this year.
But if you look at it from another angle, it actually brings Read More
