Fr. Glenn: Unenviable Envy
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
“People spend money they don’t have/
to buy stuff that they don’t need/
to impress people they don’t like.”
This short adage seems quite true—the first two lines maybe the most. We read news articles stating that increasingly more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, and that household debt is at all-time highs. Also, that people have more trouble sleeping these days, and that anxiety is also at an all-time high. Hmmm … a correlation there, you think?
Yes, “dress to Impress” is advice often given to those applying for a job, grant, scholarship, etc., but to do so in order Read More
Atomic City Transit Closed On President’s Day Monday
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) has announced that buses will not be in service Monday, Feb 21, in observance of the President’s Day holiday.
Regular service will resume Tuesday, Feb. 22.
Please call our office at (505).661.RIDE (7433) for any additional information or use the ACTracker to locate your bus route in real-time.
For the specific route service schedules, visit the ATC website. Read More
Construction Moving Along On Starbucks Building On Trinity
Construction is moving along Saturday afternoon on the new Starbucks building under construction at 1247 Trinity Dr. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
View of construction underway Saturday afternoon on the new Starbucks at 1247 Trinity Dr. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
View of construction underway Saturday afternoon on the new Starbucks at 1247 Trinity Dr. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
The latest view of construction underway Saturday afternoon on the new Starbucks at 1247 Trinity Dr. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
On The Job In White Rock: At JR’s BB Food Truck
On the job in White Rock is Larry Roybal of JR’s BB Food Truck parked on N.M. 4 near Metzger’s Tuesday in White Rock. Roybal has been serving a variety of menu items 6 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, for nearly 3 years. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More
Atomic City Transit: Temporary Bus Stop Closures And Detour In White Rock Begin Tuesday
Map of Route 2T inbound detour beginning Tuesday in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Beginning Tuesday Feb. 22, Atomic City Transit (ACT) in-bound Route 2T in White Rock will detour from Aztec Avenue to Rover Boulevard onto Grand Canyon due to the road construction project on Sherwood Boulevard.
Bus Stop #594 (Grand Canyon Drive and Sherwood Boulevard and Bus Stop #483 (Grand Canyon Drive and Cheryl Avenue) will be closed through the duration of the project – completion on this project is scheduled for the middle of July.
A temporary stop will be placed on Rover Boulevard and Shirlane Place. Read More
Home Country: Never Quit
Home Country
By SLIM RANDLES
He almost gave heart attacks to two old ladies and a one-eyed cat the other day. It was a pleasant day for this time of year and they were just walking silently along the sidewalk here in town when the voice seemed to beam down from the heavens.
“Okay now … listen up! Ast yerself this … has you had any good chopped stewy lately? No. Well, jest haul it on down to the Gates of Heaven Chinese joint here in town and chow down!”
The ladies smiled and waved at Windy Wilson as he drove past in the official loudspeaker announcement car of Del Chin’s restaurant. Since it was the only Oriental Read More
Sherwood Boulevard Roadway And Drainage Improvement Project Begins Monday In White Rock
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County announces that Star Paving will begin construction activities on a roadway and drainage improvement project Monday, Feb. 21 on Sherwood Boulevard in White Rock.
Work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The contractor will coordinate with residents when removal of vehicles from their street will need to take place, and when required by contractor parking on the street will be prohibited.
Motorists are urged to use caution in the work zone.
Project phases include:
- Phase 1 – Aztec Ave to Grand Canyon Drive;
- Phase 1B – north of Aztec Avenue;
Police Have Now Opened All But One Lane On Diamond Drive Following Two-Vehicle Accident This Morning
Update: All lanes now open to traffic on Diamond Drive. Scene at 11 a.m. today on Diamond near Club Road as first responders leave the area. and traffic lanes reopen in both directions with the exceptions of one westbound lane. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive Read More
DOE/NNSA: Statement Of Findings Issued For West Road Post & Cable Fencing Project
DOE/NNSA News:
The Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration’s (DOE/NNSA) Los Alamos Field Office has issued a Floodplain Statement of Findings for proposed installation of post and cable or in-kind barriers along West Road at selected locations near the Los Alamos County ice-skating rink in Los Alamos Canyon.
The proposed project is intended to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety on West Road by reducing traffic hazards associated with unsafe roadside parking and reduce wildland fire hazards associated with vehicles driving and parking on vegetation. West Read More
Seven People Injured In Morning Vehicle Accident – One Lane On Diamond Is Open – Avoid Area If Possible
Scene at 10:35 a.m. today on Diamond near Club Road where seven people sustained injuries in a two-vehicle accident earlier this morning. Police ask motorists to avoid the area if at all possible. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department reports that seven people sustained injuries in a two-vehicle accident earlier this morning on Diamond and Club Road. The extent of the injuries is unknown at this time.
Just one lane is open on Diamond Drive now and police continue to ask motorists to avoid this area if at all possible.
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Traffic Alert UPDATE: Vehicle Accident With Injuries – One Lane Now Open On Diamond Drive Along Golf Course – Continue To Avoid Area If Possible
Scene of two-vehicle accident with injuries this morning on Diamond near Club Road. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department reports that one lane is now open on Diamond Drive following a two-vehicle accident with injuries on Diamond and Club Road.
Police had closed Diamond Drive to traffic along this area to allow first responders to attend to the injured.
Police continue to ask motorists to avoid this area if at all possible.
Check back for more details on this developing story at ladailypost.com Read More
County Manager Announces Additional Delayed Openings
COUNTY News:
Due to hazardous weather conditions, the Los Alamos Visitor Center will open at 11 a.m. and the White Rock Visitor Center will open at noon today.
Also, the Los Alamos County Ice Rink will have a delayed opening, however, the time that it will be able to open is currently unknown.
Interested individuals can watch the Los Alamos County Community Services Facebook page for updates or call the Ice Rink at 505.662.4500.
While the Senior Center is opening at 10 a.m., lunch will be served at its regularly scheduled time.
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (Los Alamos Nature
Scenes Of Road Conditions In Los Alamos And White Rock
View of road conditions at about 8 a.m. today along 15th Street at Central Avenue. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive
View of road conditions at about 8 a.m. today along Diamond and Trinity Drive. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive
View of road conditions at about 8 a.m. today along Central Avenue at 15th Street. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive
View of road conditions at about 8 a.m. today along Diamond near the golf course. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive
View of road conditions at about 8 a.m. today along N.M. 502 near the airport. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive
View of road conditions at about 8 a.m. today along N.M. 502 west. Courtesy/LAC MyDrive Read More
Los Alamos County Manager Announces Delayed Opening For Non-Essential Facilities
Previous view of County Municipal Building in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne has ordered a two-hour delay for all non-essential County government facilities this morning, due to hazardous weather conditions.
County crews will continue to clear the major roads and streets according to the FY22 Snow and Ice Control Plan.
The Aquatic Center is scheduled to open at 7 a.m. today.
Residential and commercial trash will be collected as scheduled, however, the Eco Station will open at 10 a.m. today.
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Los Alamos National Laboratory On Delayed Opening Today
LANL News:
Due to winter weather conditions, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is on a delayed opening today.
Employees coming on-site should plan to arrive between 10 a.m. and noon.
Note: Weather conditions can change. Check for updates on the LANL Information hotline at 505.667.6622, or the LANLInside Homepage.
Additional emergency notifications will be distributed as needed. Read More
Atomic City Transit Operating On Two-Hour Delay
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Atomic City Transit is operating on a two-hour delay today for fixed route and paratransit services due to weather conditions.
Atomic City Transit fixed route service will begin at approximately 8 a.m. today.
For specific route information, visit www.atomiccitytransit.com. Read More
UNM-LA Campus Opening 10 AM Today Due To Snow
UNM-LA News:
The UNM-Los Alamos campus will open at 10 a.m. today due to inclement weather. Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools On Two-Hour Delay
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools is on a two-hour delay today, Feb. 17.
All schools will start 2 hours late and buses will arrive at their stops 2 hours late.
Children should dress warmly. Before school programs are canceled today.
“Please be cautious on roadways and watch for possible snow or ice on walkways,” Interim Superintendent Jennifer Guy said. “Travel when your family feels safe to do so. Tardiness due to weather will be excused.” Read More
NWS Winter Weather Storm Update For New Mexico
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque predicts gusty winds and increasing chances for snow tonight over much of northern and central New Mexico. Temperatures early Thursday morning will be up to 15 degrees colder than on early Wednesday morning. Strong southwest winds this evening will give way to strong north winds late tonight and Thursday morning over the eastern plains. Courtesy/NWS Albuquerque
Winter weather advisories in effect. Courtesy/NWS AlbuquerqueTaste The Difference At Curbside Farmers Market Thursday!
