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Posts From The Road: Booming To Abandoned

Ashcroft: A decaying wagon sits near the old mining town of Ashcroft near Aspen, Colo. Silver was discovered in 1880 in Castle Creek Valley and the town of Ashcroft was born. The boom lasted just five years. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Animas Forks Housing: A row of three houses in Animas Forks, which was settled in the 1870s in the San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado, but by the turn of the century most mining operations had ceased. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos

Our favorite travels involve exploring the western portion Read More

Fr. Glenn: They Shouted All The Louder

By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Whew! What a goat-rope that election for the Speaker of the House was this week. It was wearying to see the infighting and negotiating for bargaining chips. But almost every election cycle, although in less lengthy and formal processes, there is battle for the gavel. Of course, we only see and hear a smattering of what really goes on; who knows what deals are made when power plays are going on. Will those deals be for the benefit of the people, or simply for the benefit of the power players? We tremble to think it.

I couldn’t help but think of such while reading recently the account of Read More

County EV Charger Prep Work Scheduled For Tuesday

A Level 3 EV fast charger will be installed in front of the Municipal Building, in preparation, a portion of the parking lot and section of sidewalk on Iris Street will be closed for potholing operations beginning Tuesday. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

In preparation for the installation of a Level 3 EV fast charger in front of the Los Alamos County Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave., a portion of the parking lot and section of sidewalk on Iris Street will be closed for potholing operations beginning Tuesday.

The work is expected to be completed no later than Friday, Jan. 20.

A Department of Public Read More

Liddie’s Traditional New Mexican Dishes: Honey Glazed Piñon Cinnamon Rolls

Honey Glazed Piñon Cinnamon Rolls ready to serve. Photo by Liddie Martinez

Video showing how to prepare Honey Glazed Piñon Cinnamon Rolls. Video by Liddie Martinez

By LIDDIE MARTINZ
Española Valley

As we embark on new resolutions and begin the New Year with a fresh outlook and a solid plan, don’t forget to pencil in those special memory-making moments in your kitchen! We all know how quickly our calendars fill and before you know it, all those hopes of spending more quality time with your loved ones, while well-intended, fades into the background of our very busy lives. Where do you find that extra Read More

State Transportation Commission Meets In Santa Fe Jan. 19

NMDOT News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District Five is holding a State Transportation Commission (STC) meeting at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, at the New Mexico State Capitol Building aka (the Roundhouse) located at 490 Old Santa Fe Trail. The meeting will take place inside the House Appropriations room 307.

The department holds six STC meetings annually. One held in each of the six department districts with one commissioner appointed by the governor to represent each district. 

The Transportation Commission sets department policy and oversees Read More

Attention LAMS 8th Grade Students: Deadline Approaching On Washington, D.C. Spring Break Trip

Courtesy/worldstrides.org

Education News:

Attention Los Alamos Middle School (LAMS) 8th Grade Students. Friday, Jan. 6 is the deadline for this year’s current price for the LAMS Washington, D.C. spring break trip.

It will still be possible to sign up for the trip after this date, however, the price might increase if airline ticket prices change.

To sign up, go to www.worldstrides.org and use trip ID 201900 or call 1.800.468.5899.

For more information, call Roberta Cocking at 505.670.0679. Read More

Los Alamos Choral Society Spring Season Starts Feb. 7

LACS News:

Los Alamos Choral Society (LACS) will start its 2023 Spring season 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, in United Church Graves Hall (educational building next to United Sanctuary).

The start date is a change from a previous announcement.

LACS invites any and all interested singers to join them in song! No audition required.

For questions, contact Wendy Swanson at w_swanson@mac.com. Read More

Wedding Announcement: Jayme Cayton And Adam Scott

The United Church of Los Alamos held its final wedding of the year on New Year’s Eve for Jayme Cayton and Adam Scott shown here with friends as they prepare to ring in 2023. Photo by Bernadette Laurtizen

Bride Jayme Cayton is joined on the day of her wedding Dec. 31 by Jade Portillos, Kristian Pacheco, Becky Erickson and Rachel Erickson. Photo by Bernadette Laurtizen

Groom Adam Scott is joined by friends Sam Bond, John Caparone, Hayden Meadows, Caleb Key and Jackson Bowles on the day of his wedding Dec. 31 at United Church. Photo by Bernadette Laurtizen Read More

‘Taiji As Spiritual Practice’ Classes Begin Feb. 11

COMMUNITY News:

Twelve weeks of instructions in the philosophy and practice of Yang Style Taiji 24 Forms, Taiji Qigong 18 Forms and The Eight Brocades are being offered 9-10 a.m. Saturdays beginning Feb. 11 at Fellowship Hall, in the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos at 1738 North Sage St.

This class is free and open to adults and children age 12 and up who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Class size limit is 20 participants.

 Participants will explore body alignment, flexibility and coordination, breathing techniques, philosophy and the use of Taiji as physical exercise and spiritual Read More

Posts From The Road: Year In Review 2022 Campsites

Last Light: The last light of the day reflects off of our RV at Seminole Canyon State Park in west Texas near Del Rio. We stayed in the park while traveling from the Big Bend area to San Antonio in January. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Granite Dells: The Granite Dells are just north of Prescott, Ariz. The dells are made up of huge granite boulders found on land and in nearby Watson Lake and Willow Lake. The huge boulders create an interesting landscape and water scape. Shown is our campsite at the Point of Rocks Campground just a short walk from Watson Lake where we camped last spring. Photo by Read More

Fr. Glenn: Resolving Anew

By Fr. Glenn Jones:

As the new year comes upon us, our thoughts often wander toward self-improvement and new year’s resolutions. Should we lose that 5, 10, 15 pounds that we may have gained over the year (or over Christmas!)? Should we make more money? Should we hit the gym more frequently and regularly? When making resolutions in the new year, or at any time, it’s good to think about that which is truly good and truly lasting.

Especially when we’re younger adults (but certainly not exclusively) we tend toward self-glorification through displays of wealth, strength and physical beauty. In my admittedly Read More

All Shall Be Well: Hope

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

By Reverend Lynn Finnegan
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Faith
Santa Fe

My husband, the statistician, told me on the occasion of my 40th birthday, “It’s only because we live in a base 10 society that this is such a big deal.” While he might not have gained very many points with his wife who was then lamenting the passage of time, he was, of course, right.

Much of our thinking, reactions, and emotions are controlled by socially accepted norms and traditions, Read More

Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge 7-11 AM Sunday

COMMUNITY News:

The community is invited to enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast 7-11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 1 at the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse Lodge, 650 North Mesa Road near the stables.

Proceeds benefit the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse, a 501(c)(3) non-profit.

Breakfast includes plain, blueberry, banana, chocolate chip pancakes; sausage, bacon, eggs, juice and coffee. Cost is $8 adults; $5 children 10 and under.

“Come One, Come All And Enjoy A Wonderful Cowboy Breakfast!” Read More

County Transportation Board Meets Jan. 5

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Transportation Board will meet 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5 in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave. and virtually on Zoom.

This meeting is open to the public.

Find the agenda to this meeting here: Jan. 5, 2023 Transportation Board Agenda.

Find the link to this meeting here.

Webinar ID: 883 3402 7358 Read More

Forest Stewards Guild: Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round: Don’t Hibernate On A Plan

The Forest Stewards Guild reminds the public that – Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round: Don’t Hibernate On A Preparedness Plan. Courtesy/FSG

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 2022 Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round campaign with their December message: Don’t Hibernate on a Preparedness Read More

Atomic City Transit – Closed Monday Jan. 2 In Observance Of New Year’s Holiday

COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit (ACT) regular scheduled bus service and para transit will not operate Monday Jan. 2 in observance of the New Year’s holiday. 

Regular service will resume Tuesday, Jan. 3.  

Route 3 regular route, 2, 1 & 6 Peak Services will remain suspended until further notice due to staffing shortage.    

Call the ACT office at 505.661.RIDE (7433) for additional information or use the ACTracker to locate bus routes in real-time.  

For the specific route service schedules, visit the ACT website. Read More

AgeNation Of Santa Launches ‘Celebrating Life 2023’

AgeNation News:

AgeNation, an innovative Santa Fe-based company that has been on the forefront of bringing inspiration, education and solutions to “people who weren’t born yesterday” and younger people now inheriting the world since 2009, has just announced the launch of a new global initiative – Celebrating Life 2023.

Celebrating Life 2023 is a multi-stage, non-profit initiative that serves as a follow-up to the organization’s award-winning, 40 Episode Ageless Living Television Series that features 22 best-selling authors and experts who share their wisdom, hope and life-enhancing Read More

Laboratory Retiree Group First Tuesday Breakfast Jan. 3

LRG News:

Fully vaccinated Lab retirees (and potential retirees) are invited to drop in at the Laboratory Retiree Group (LRG) monthly breakfast 8:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at the Morning Glory Restaurant, 1377 Diamond Dr. across from Los Alamos High School.

Morning Glory serves a full breakfast and pastries. Retirees buy their breakfast; LRG will pay for coffee or tea.

Contact sgirard@losalamos.com or 505.672.3497 for more information. Read More

North Central RTD Unveils New Branding For Blue Bus

North Central RTD Board members, representatives from Studio Six Branding and District staff welcome the newly branded RTD Blue Bus outside the transit headquarters in Española. From left, Councilor Melanee Hand, Los Alamos County; Jalmar Bowden, Village of Taos Ski Valley; Lillian Garcia, San Ildefonso Pueblo; Councilor Lee Garcia, City of Santa Fe; North Central RTD Chair and City of Española Councilor Dennis Salazar; Commissioner Hank Hughes, Santa Fe County; Traci Jones, Principal/Creative Director, Studio Six Branding; Michael Koch, Transit Consultant to Studio Six; Commissioner Read More

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