Posts From The Road: Fredericksburg, Texas
Advertising: Pickups are big everywhere but they are the vehicle of choice for many Texans. Wineries often use old and vintage trucks to advertise their business and attract the eyes of passing motorists such as this pickup in front of the Texas Heritage Winery and Tasting Room in Fredericksburg, Texas. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
The Vereins Kirche: The original Vereins Kirche was constructed by German settlers after arriving in 1846 in Fredericksburg, Texas. The octagon shaped structure is of German decent and the first public building constructed by the settlers. The facility Read More
Fr. Glenn: A Chosen Race
By Fr. Glenn Jones
As you know all too well, the issue of race and racism has dominated the last couple of months, despite even the COVID-19 pandemic. This emphasis on eliminating racism and bigotry is a wonderful goal without doubt, but counterproductive if violence and property destruction worsens the disease rather than cures it, for one does not solve injustice by being unjust—the obvious “two wrongs don’t make a right” wisdom.
So, in combating bigotry, we mustn’t cultivate bigotry by inadvertently sowing weeds of resentment with the good wheat of equality and true growth. True peace requires Read More
Daily Postcard: Rose Garden On Grand Canyon Drive
Daily Postcard: A garden filled with colorful roses blooming on the grounds of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 366 Grand Canyon Dr. in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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North Central Regional Transit District Blue Buses Holiday Closure July 3; RTD 255 Mountain Trail To Operate
The North Central Regional Transit District’s RTD Blue Bus. Courtesy/NCRTD
NCRTD News:
The North Central Regional Transit District’s RTD Blue Buses will not be in service Friday, July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
The exception will be the 255 Mountain Trail to the Santa Fe National Forest, which will be in operation that day.
Saturday, July 4, the 255 Mountain Trail and the weekend 305 Taos Express will be in service.
Both routes are operating on a reservation-only system beginning June 29. Masks are required to ride, and seating is limited to four passengers due to social Read More
Home Country: Summer Vacation
Home Country
By SLIM RANDLES
When the world is hot and my skin is fried, scratching from the constant dry, let the clouds boil up, boil up high. And then shade the earth with the darkening sky and bring the secrets and the smell of rain. The coolness and the blessed rain, again.
Our land is brown but blessed, stressed in the heat, the shiny heat of day. The slender green of rivers slide along, striving to continue, to feed its own along the banks, the banks where the dust rises. Rises, powdery clomp by clomp as we walk, walk the shady way.
And though the heat, the dryness of heat, pushes down our weary feet, Read More
Scene of Motorcycle On Fire On Main Hill Road
Main Hill Road Has Reopened In Both Directions
COUNTY News:
The vehicle accident on the Main Hill Road has been cleared.
The Main Hill Road has reopened and traffic is now moving in both directions. Read More
Traffic Alert: Main Hill Road Closed Due To Accident
COUNTY News:NCRTD To Resume Regular Route And Service Times On Six Routes Including 400 Los Alamos Beginning June 29
NCRTD News:
The North Central Regional Transit District’s RTD Blue Bus will resume regular route and scheduled operation on six routes June 29.
The routes had been temporarily suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The routes include the 255 Mountain Trail, 305 Taos Express, 400 Los Alamos, 280 Eldorado, 260 La Cienega and 310 Red River.
Passengers on 255 Mountain Trail into the Santa Fe National Forest and the weekend 305 Taos Express are advised that reservations will currently be required as seating is limited. Requests must be made at least 24-hours in advance at 866.206.0754, ext 2. The Read More
Spaceport America: Virgin Galactic Completes 2nd Glide Test
Spaceport America facility in Southern New Mexico. Courtesy/Spaceport America
SPACEPORT AMERICA News:
SIERRA COUNTY — Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo vehicle, VSS Unity, has completed its second glide flight held at the Spaceport America facility in Southern New Mexico.
“Virgin Galactic continues to work steadily towards their goal of flying aspiring astronauts to space from New Mexico. We are excited by their progress,” said New Mexico Spaceport Authority’s Director of Aerospace Operations Dr. Bill Gutman.
Spaceport America has experienced delays and cancellations due to the global Read More
NMDOT: Virtual Car Seat Inspections Available In July
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — Car seat inspections are still possible by way of virtual instruction.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation’s Traffic Safety Division and Safer New Mexico Now will host virtual car seat education sessions through Zoom.
The one on one sessions will provide parents and caregivers instruction on the proper selection, installation and use of their car seats from nationally certified child passenger safety technicians.
Beginning in July, the virtual sessions will occur noon to 2 p.m. every first and third Wednesday of the month.
Sessions are by appointment only. Read More
Udall, Heinrich Join Legislation Requiring Airlines Return Billions To Consumers During Coronavirus Pandemic
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined legislation Thursday that would require major airlines and third-party ticket sellers to offer full cash refunds for all cancelled tickets during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Cash Refunds for Coronavirus Cancellations Act of 2020, which was introduced by Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Kamala Harris (D-Calif.), would require refunds be provided regardless of whether the airline cancelled Read More
State Police Sobriety Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico Begin July 1
NMSP News:
State Police will be conducting sobriety checkpoints; saturation patrols; and registration, insurance and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during the month of July 2020.
We are bringing awareness to these events in an effort to reduce alcohol related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about drinking and driving.
Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage to make the right decision not to drink and drive. Read More
NMDOT Launches New Statewide ENDWI Campaign June 29
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation will use animation for the first time in a new ENDWI campaign at the end of June that also promotes the states COVID-19 safe practices.
The television and social media spots by RK Venture of Albuqueruque show animated characters practicing social distancing and wearing masks unless exercising or eating while also sending a strong message against drunk driving.
“Responsible behavior when it comes to drinking is essential no matter the state of the pandemic,” said Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. “New Mexicans should make the best Read More
USDA Extends Foreclosure And Eviction Relief On Single Family Housing Direct Loans
USDA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Bette Brand has announced USDA extended foreclosure and eviction moratorium for all Single Family Housing Direct Home Loans through Aug. 31, 2020.
The moratorium applies to:
- Initiation of foreclosures or completion of foreclosures in process, excluding vacant and abandoned properties; and
- Evictions of borrowers from properties bought with a USDA direct home loan.
For more information on USDA Rural Development’s actions to support customers directly impacted by COVID-19 Read More
This Week At Los Alamos Farmers Market
The market asks everyone to read the signs at the entrance and keep your masks on while at market. Courtesy/LAFM
Roggie and Christina Trujillo with dried soup mixes, beans, dip mixes and fresh produce. Courtesy/LAFM
Bill Orr of Quarter Circle with Homemade Jams and Fishing Flies. Courtesy/LAFM Read More
Out And About: Enjoying Outdoor Dining At Viola’s
Out and about at lunchtime today are Keith Thomas and Glen McDuff enjoying Viola’s outdoor dining under the shade of a tall tree at 1360 Trinity Dr. Photo by Chris Treml Read More
Environment New Mexico Launches Solar Home Campaign
ENM News:
ALBUQUERQUE — As New Mexico moves towards 100 percent clean energy and on the heels of California becoming the first state to require all new houses be built with solar panels, Environment New Mexico is embarking on a new campaign that calls for a similar solar mandate in New Mexico.
“In order for New Mexico to be a leader on clean, renewable energy, change can and must start at home,” said Environment New Mexico Director John Ammondson. “Americans have made it clear that they want solar power, and by creating a direct path for every new home to include this essential resource, New Mexico Read More
New Mexico Grown Fruits And Vegetables For Senior Meals Pilot Program Deemed Major Success
NM AGING News:
In a time when New Mexican’s are challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic, and seniors and students are no longer able to participate in meals at senior centers and schools, New Mexico seniors are benefiting from a new state initiative called the New Mexico Grown Fruits and Vegetables for Senior Meals Program Pilot.
At noon Wednesday, June 24, local farmers will deliver freshly picked vegetables to the Sandoval County Meadowlark Senior Center at 4330 Meadowlark Lane in Rio Rancho, to be prepped Thursday and delivered to seniors Friday to enjoy.
Through a new pilot program from the Read More
Traffic Alert: Accident Bottom Of Main Hill Road
Traffic Alert:
A single car accident occurred at approximately 3:30 p.m. today at the bottom of the Main Hill Road near the turn off to White Rock.
Police encourage motorists to avoid to area if possible to give first responders time to clear the scene. Read More
