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Schools On 2 Hour Delay Due To Accident On Truck Route

By Superintendent Jennifer Guy:

Los Alamos Public Schools will be on a 2 hour delay today due to a serious traffic accident at N.M. 4 and East Jemez Road (the truck route). At this time, LAPD has notified the school district that there will be significant traffic delays due to the accident. We are not able to run bus routes so we will have a 2 hour delay for all schools. 

Los Alamos Public Schools will be on a 2 hour delay today, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. We ​will start school 2 hours late​. 

During a 2-hour delay, all schools will start 2 hours late. Buses will arrive at stops 2 hours late. Staff should plan Read More

Smile — Speed Cameras Could Be Coming To A Construction Zone Near You

Transportation Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna

By DANIEL J. CHACÓN
The Santa Fe New Mexican

Over the last five years, New Mexico State Police has issued more than 13,000 citations in construction zones. 

Officers could get help with writing more under a bill the New Mexico Department of Transportation unveiled Tuesday.

Senate Bill 241 would authorize the department to place automated speed enforcement cameras in construction zones, joining 42 other states that have already adopted such measures to protect workers, Transportation Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna said during a news briefing Read More

Home Country: The Iditarod Trail

Home Country
By SLIM RANDLES

They are getting ready now, wondering if the race will bring prize money, glory to their dogs, or just some quiet laughter from the other mushers.

The Iditarod Trail.

It has come to mean “The Trail” to dog mushers and kennel owners all over the state of Alaska and in a lot of other places.

There are other long distance dogsled races now. We know that. But the Iditarod started all that “long, cold camping trip” stuff. And I was lucky to be a part of that very first Iditarod in March of 1973.

Strangely enough, each musher has a list of life-saving equipment and food on that sled. Read More

Posts From The Road: Fort Griffin State Historic Site

Administration Building: Ruins of the stone administration building stand in the center of the hill where Fort Griffin was constructed. The administration building housed offices including the office of the commanding officer of the fort. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Sutler’s Store: Windblown grassy fields in Fort Griffin with the remains of Sutler’s Store, a civilian owned business that furnished canned food and other general supplies to soldiers. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos

In post-Civil War years the U.S. Army Read More

Fr. Glenn: Convicted!

By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Hardly a week goes by in the Catholic calendar in which there is not a memorial of a saint, and very often remembrance of one who endured great hardship or even martyrdom. We might think of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, royalty who gave away all her wealth. Or Damien of Molokai, who chose lifelong exile to minister the lepers. Or the thousands of missionaries who gave their lives to spread the Christian faith among unbelievers in hopes of leading them to eternal life and joy with God. Or the nuns who went singing to the guillotine. Or the many martyrs even of today in places like Nigeria Read More

All Shall Be Well: Sadly God Is Not Glorified And America Is Not Living Up To Her Promise

Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill and The Rev. Lynn Finnegan. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

By The Rev. Mary Ann Hill
Rector
Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church

What a difference two decades makes! At the very beginning of his first term in office, President George W. Bush issued two executive orders aimed at faith-based and community organizations in order to improve the delivery of social services:

“Faith-based and community organizations (FBCOs) have a long tradition of helping Americans in need and together represent Read More

McQuiston: Hidden Costs Of High-Tech Features In Cars

By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963

New cars are packed with cutting-edge technology designed to enhance safety, convenience, and entertainment. From advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) to massive touchscreen displays, today’s vehicles feel more like computers on wheels. But while these features add luxury and innovation, they also come with a hefty hidden cost—one that most buyers don’t fully consider until it’s too late.

The Price Tag of High-Tech Features

Car manufacturers are quick to advertise the benefits of their latest tech, but they

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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces 2025 Summer Operations

Courtesy/Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

DSNGR News:

The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad (D&SNGRR) announces its highly anticipated summer operating schedule. The 2025 season features the new Highline Express evening excursion and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the K-36 class locomotives.

Following a successful trial run last year, the Highline Express returns this summer with an extended schedule, offering more opportunities for passengers to experience this scenic evening excursion. This 3.5-hour evening round trip excursion offers travelers Read More

Wolf And Mermaid Enchanted Café Now Offering Wine, Beer, Cider And Small Plates In Central Park Square

Courtesy/Wolf And Mermaid Enchanted Café

Courtesy/Wolf And Mermaid Enchanted Café

Wolf And Mermaid Enchanted Café News:

“We have brought in some delicious, special wines and beers that are affordable, approachable and unique,” said Owner Scott Baird (Wolf). “We are trying to do the same thing with adult beverages that we did with coffee – find enchanting, special flavor and taste profiles.”

Accompanying the wine, beer and cider is a new menu that includes flatbread pizzas, charcuterie plates as well as hummus, bruschetta and brie platters. 

“We want to expand our delicious croissants Read More

Pajarito Ski Area Offering Super Savings In February & March

Skiing is super affordable at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area – tickets are less than $35 select days in February and tickets start at just $15 in March … plus receive $10 in free resort credit to enjoy a meal at the cafe or a treat in the Bird’s Nest store. Right now 75 percent of trails are open as well. Courtesy/PMSA
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Taos Airport Terminal Groundbreaking Ceremony Feb. 19

View of the Taos mountains from Taos Regional Airport runway with JSX air service. Courtesy photo

Rendering of what will be the Taos Regional Airport passenger waiting lounge with a central service counter. Courtesy photo

TAOS News:

The Town of Taos has announced the upcoming construction of a new multipurpose terminal facility at the Taos Regional Airport (SKX) in El Prado, 8 miles northwest of the Taos central business district (24662 Highway US-64).

The 7,500-square-foot terminal will serve as a modern hub for general aviation, recreational and business travelers, seasonal charter Read More

Jim Hall To Recount March With MLK Sunday Feb. 16

Jim Hall

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos

Former community member Jim Hall returns to Los Alamos with his wife Janet for a special presentation Feb. 16 at the United Church of Los Alamos. Hall will share his journey as a college student on the March for Justice with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It was Selma, Ala.,1965. His free presentation is a first-hand account of historical events that changed the nation.

Hall was a student at Macalester College in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area of Minnesota. He received his BA from Macalester, created in 1874 and today sits on 53 acres. Noteworthy alumni are Read More

County Transportation Board To Meet Thursday Feb. 6, 2025

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Transportation Board is scheduled to meet 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 in Council Chambers.

Access the complete meeting packet here.

The meeting will be held in person and is open to the public. For convenience, members of the public may join or participate via the following Zoom meeting link or telephone call-in numbers.

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 813 5706 0773

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81357060773

+13462487799,81357060773# US

Dial by your location

+1 720 707 2699 US Read More

Posts From The Road: Cleveland Roller Mill

Cleveland Roller Mill: The Cleveland Roller Mill is in the tiny village of Cleveland in Mora County. The three story adobe structure still contains all milling equipment. At the end of the building is a cast iron water wheel 18-feet-6-inches high, which powers the milling equipment. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Mill Entrance: The Cleveland Roller Mill is now a private museum. The entrance to the museum looks much like it has for decades when the mill was in operation. The museum is a 501(c)(3)organization that provides history of the mill, wheat farming in Mora County and the history Read More

Fr. Glenn: Re(Presenting) Ourselves

By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Maybe you’ve caught some of the confirmation hearings for prospective (some now confirmed) members of President Trump’s cabinet. It’s the same every time when a new administration comes into office—the sidestepping of ticklish questions, and “gotcha” questions by adversaries on the various examining committees. But no doubt much of the public show is concerned with presentation on both sides … how they will appear to their constituencies, supporters and bosses so that their own particular target audiences will continue to support them.

Now, on February 2 of each year, Read More

All Shall Be Well: Faith, Hope And Love Abide

Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill and The Rev. Lynn Finnegan. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

By Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb
M.Div., ELCA

Many of us are feeling lost, scared or depressed these days as we hear tidbits of national news. Try to tune it out and we miss important information about the direction our country is being taken. Watch it with fervid interest and we have trouble sleeping peacefully through the night. 

What can we hang on to when our long-held values no longer seem to matter? It seems like the chaos has only just Read More

Fr. Theophan On Being Blessed, Giving Grace

Photo by Fr. Theophan

By Fr. Theophan
Rector
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church

I am extremely lucky, or blessed by providence, if you will, I will admit that freely. I was born into a loving middle-class family and believed from the beginning that I could achieve whatever I put my mind to. I was encouraged to follow my heart into art school after high school. In retrospect that may not have been the wisest choice.

During college in Las Cruces, I was a courtesy clerk at a grocery store that was not the nicest of places. Let’s just say they found it necessary to hire a third-party security guard after dark. Read More

Travel: Relax At The Spa At Sec-He In Palm Springs

Enter a haven of healing at The Spa at Séc-He in Palm Springs, one of the most luxurious hot mineral spring spa destinations in the country. Photo by Debbie Stone

Salt cave at The Spa at Séc-He. Photo by Debbie Stone

By DEBBIE STONE
Santa Fe
For the Los Alamos Daily Post

Palm Springs is a desert oasis, known for its hot springs, amenity-rich resorts, top-notch golf courses, eclectic boutiques, vibrant food scene, and easy access to nature. It’s also a wellness mecca, offering numerous spas where you can soak and get pampered to your heart’s content.

Only one of these spas, however, has a natural, mineral Read More

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