All Shall Be Well: Slowing Down Enough To Listen
Clergy from left, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Rector, Trinity on the Hill, Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired; Associate Priest Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Rev. Deb Beloved Church
White Rock Presbyterian Church
These days, when I read something, I’m often in a hurry. I’m either reading to get the dang thing read—reading a chapter ahead for a class I’m facilitating, for example—or I’m reading for information, skimming to get the gist.
Less frequently do I read things slowly—things like poetry, for example, or sacred texts, Read More
Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-Use Trail Project Construction Activities Week Of Feb. 5
Week of Feb. 5 Work Area 1. Courtesy/LAC
Week of Feb. 5 Work Area 2. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Hasse Contracting Company Inc., under contract with Los Alamos County Public Works to construct the Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project, will be restarting construction activities at three different locations downtown and off Canyon Road during the week of February 5.
Weather permitting, areas impacted include:
- Work Zone Area 1: Within the Fuller Lodge grounds adjacent to Central Ave. and heading north towards the Romero Cabin – Occasional brief flagger operations on Central
Los Alamos VFW Veterans Appreciation Lunch Feb. 3
VFW News:
Los Alamos VFW Post 8874 is hosting a Veterans Appreciation Lunch Saturday Feb. 3 at the VFW, 1793 Deacon St.
All veterans and families are welcome.
Pulled pork sandwiches, carne adovada and sides will be available.
All veterans (VFW members and non-members) and their families are welcome.
The following Rules are here to keep the Canteen safe and enjoyable for all its members and guests.
Entry and use of the Post’s Canteen is for VFW Members and Auxiliary members who are in Good Standing.
All VFW members and Auxiliary members must have a valid membership card with them and are required Read More
McQuiston: The Science Of Traffic Patterns
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance
Serving Los Alamos 1963
Some traffic scenarios seem to defy logic, such as how roundabouts can actually be more efficient than traditional intersections, and how waiting to merge at a lane closure can be safer than merging sooner. There’s a science behind traffic patterns and why certain road conditions reliably create congestion and delays. Knowing what to expect can help you anticipate and avoid potentially dangerous traffic patterns. Here are three seemingly paradoxical traffic patterns and the science behind them.
The Rubbernecking Redux
You’re Read More
Travel: Aquatic Wonderland At Biscayne National Park
Deering Estate. Photo by Debbie Stone
Excursions are naturalist led. Photo by Debbie Stone
By DEBBIE STONE
Santa Fe
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
Biscayne National Park is not like most national parks, where land is the dominant feature. Here on the southeast edge of the Florida peninsula, water takes centerstage and comprises 95% of the park’s geography. It’s a subtropical playground, comprised of a mangrove shoreline, a warm, shallow bay and small islands or keys.
Established first as a national monument in 1968, Biscayne was later enlarged to its current 173,000 acres and designated a national Read More
Liddie’s Traditional New Mexican Dishes: Queso Fundido
How to make queso fundido. Video by Liddie Martinez
By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley
On a beautiful evening in Valencia, Spain as we watched the setting sun, Rick and I celebrated our 39th wedding anniversary with some Cava (local champagne), and a beautiful presentation of queso fundido. The appetizer was prepared with local cheeses in complementing flavors showcasing nuttiness, herbal undertones and a delightful sweetness from the roasted cherry tomatoes that decorated the rim of a small cast iron pan. I was surprised to see it on the menu and even more surprised to see it executed well Read More
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Cosponsors Legislation To Improve Roadway Safety In New Mexico With ‘Complete Streets Act’
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Sen. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), to introduce the Complete Streets Act, legislation to improve the safety and accessibility of transportation routes across the nation.
“New Mexico’s rate of pedestrian-vehicle fatalities demands action,” Heinrich said. “The Complete Streets Act is an opportunity to not only make unprecedented investments in our state’s roadway safety, but pave the way for better, more Read More
Meadows: Save Time By Keeping Healthy Proteins On Hand
Jennifer Meadows
DRNT News:
If you’re anything like me, your week can quickly become more packed than you anticipated at the onset of Monday morning.
When time is sparse and demands are high, it can be tempting to grab a bag of chips or run through a drive-through when you’re hungry instead of taking the time to make something.
Having prepared proteins on hand can be a huge help for busy weeks! Here are a few things that I do (for my family of three) at the beginning of each week to make sure there are good options ready in the fridge for those moments when time is tight.
- Boil 1 dozen eggs
- Cook a whole chicken
NMTD: National Geographic Names Route 66 Through New Mexico A Top Travel Experiences For 2024
‘Blue Swallow Motel’ in Tucumcari. Courtesy/NMTD
NMTD News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) announced that National Geographic Tuesday unveiled its selections for Best of the World 2024, which included a road trip along Route 66 through New Mexico as one of the top 20 travel experiences in the world for 2024.
National Geographic identifies a variety of accommodations, experiences and points of interest in destinations throughout New Mexico, such as historic hotels in Tucumcari, Petroglyph National Monument in Albuquerque and Native and Indigenous performances Read More
Love Is In The Air: A Sunset Glow Cocktail Party Feb. 10
Balloon Museum Foundation News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum Foundation is thrilled to announce its enchanting event, Love Is In the Air: A Sunset Glow Cocktail Party set to captivate hearts Saturday, Feb. 10. This unique event celebrates love set to an evening sunset dotted with hot air balloons, whimsy and wonder. Patrons may show their love of one another, balloons, Albuquerque and the Balloon Museum at this fundraising event.
Guests are invited to indulge in the magic of museum love as they stroll through the historic museum. The event features live Read More
Los Alamos Police To Conduct DWI Enforcement Operations
LAPD will be conducting several roadblocks and saturation patrols over the next few months to combat crimes related to driving while intoxicated, underage drinking and open container violations. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will be conducting several roadblocks and saturation patrols over the next few months to combat crimes related to driving while intoxicated, underage drinking and open container violations.
These operations will be funded by the Local Driving While Intoxicated (LDWI) grant program. Citizens are encouraged to “drink responsibly” Read More
Fresh Honey At Winter Curbside Farmers Market
Traffic Alert: NM-502 Guardrail Maintenance Today
Traffic Alert:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be conducting guardrail maintenance today, Jan. 29, on NM-502 eastbound of Los Alamos from the bottom of Main Hill Road (mile marker 7) to the bottom of Totavi Hill (mile marker 6).
One lane will be closed.
The project is expected to be completed today.
Posts From The Road: Standin’ On The Corner…
Standin’ On the Corner: Visitors take photos and selfies at Standin’ On the Corner Park in downtown Winslow, Ariz. The park came about after the Eagles band released the song ‘Take It Easy’ which mentions Winslow in the lyrics. An eagle was painted into the mural on the upper left window of the mural as a tribute to the band. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
The Corner: Visitors mingle at Standin’ On the Corner Park in Winslow, Ariz. The town has added the huge Route 66 shield in the intersection after the park was established. There is no building behind the mural wall because the J.C. Penney store Read More
Fr. Glenn: ‘Too Many Rules’
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
You know … I like going fast. I miss driving on I-10 in west Texas where there’s an 85 MPH speed limit, so I think I’ll start doing that on the local interstates and roads … and maybe some residential areas. Oooo … and slalom in and out between cars! That’s fun!! I just don’t like traffic rules; they restrict what I want!
Well, obviously such a program of behavior will sooner or later inevitably end in traffic citations at best, destroyed lives and property at worst. Thus … traffic laws.
One of the common reasons given for giving up the Catholic faith in particular, or the Christian faith Read More
Webinar On Living The Radical Alternative Of Peace, Justice & Environmentalism In Times Of Crisis Feb. 5
Registration link: https://forms.gle/BYMpPxW8RzHSZhit7 Read More
All Shall Be Well: A Vocabulary Of Faith
Clergy from left, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Rector, Trinity on the Hill, Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired; Associate Priest Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By LYNN FINNEGAN
Associate Priest
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Faith
Santa Fe
In her spiritual memoir, “Amazing Grace: A Vocabulary of Faith,” Kathleen Norris begins by sharing the story of her early faith, drifting away, and re-entry into Christian community. “I drifted away from religion … when the well-meaning adults who taught Sunday school and confirmation Read More
Enjoy Monthly Dinner And Movie While Helping LAFC
LAFC News:
The community is invited to Los Alamos Family Council’s (LAFC) first monthly dinner and a movie fundraiser Tuesday, Feb. 13. The event includes frito pie and a movie at SALA Event Center.
Every month on the Second Tuesday of the month, LAFC will host this dinner and a movie fundraiser. Proceeds will support the programs at the Counseling Center and Youth Activity Centers.
Make the Second Tuesday Movie Night a monthly night on the town!
Dinner will be available beginning at 5:30 p.m. The movie will start at 6 p.m.
Tickets are limited – so buy yours now by clicking here. Read More
EMNRD’s 2023 Solar Tax Credit Fund Is Nearly Exhausted
Rebecca ‘Puck’ Stair
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) is alerting New Mexico taxpayers that the fund that supports the New Solar Market Development Tax Credit is nearly exhausted for the 2023 tax year.
This news comes less than three months before the deadline for filing 2023 federal and state tax returns.
New Mexico residents who installed solar energy systems in their homes in 2023 have received more than $10 million worth of tax credit certificates. By state law, the agency is authorized to issue no more than $12 million in tax credits Read More
County Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project Construction Activities For Week Of Jan. 29
Week of Jan 29 Work Area 1. Courtesy/LAC
Week of Jan 29 Work Area 2. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Hasse Contracting Company Inc., under contract with Los Alamos County Public Works to construct the Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project, will be continuing construction activities at three different locations downtown and off Canyon Road during the week of Jan. 28.
Weather permitting, areas impacted include:
- Work Zone Area 1: Within the Fuller Lodge grounds adjacent to Central Ave. and heading north towards the Romero Cabin – There will be occasional brief flagger operations on
