State Police To Conduct Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico In February 2025
NMSP News:
Statewide – New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols; and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during February 2025.
NMSP is bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage Read More
Hiker, Writer, Cancer Fighter—Jeff Darren Muse Book Reading Of ‘Dear Park Ranger’ Feb. 16
Author Jeff Darren Muse book reading and signing of his book “Dear Park Ranger” in Santa Fe. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
Author Jeff Darren Muse, a former wilderness ranger at Bandelier National Monument and REI Santa Fe employee who now battles brain cancer will do a book reading and signing about his adventurous, nationwide memoir from 2-3 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 16, at REI, 500 Market Street, Suite 100, Santa Fe, NM 87501.
A fatherless, childless Hoosier who wouldn’t and couldn’t stay put, Jeff Darren Muse has worked throughout the United States as an environmental educator, Read More
Two Vehicles Crash Today Near Los Alamos High School
Scene of a two-vehicle crash with what appear to be minor injuries to one juvenile this afternoon in front of Los Alamos High School at 1300 Diamond Drive. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Another scene of a two-vehicle crash with what appear to be minor injuries to one juvenile this afternoon in front of Los Alamos High School at 1300 Diamond Drive. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
A two-vehicle crash involving juveniles occurred at about 12:30 p.m. today in front of Los Alamos High School at 1300 Diamond Drive.
Police said that one juvenile was transported to Los Alamos Read More
‘Mardi Gras In The Mountains 2025’ In Red River
Red River News:
RED RIVER – The vibrant town of Red River is thrilled to announce the 33rd annual Mardi Gras In The Mountains, set to take place from Feb. 27 to March 4.
This year’s festivities embrace the theme “Superheroes”, inviting attendees to celebrate the spirit of heroism amidst the enchanting winter landscape.
Event Highlights:
Thursday, Feb. 27:
- Pre-Parade Kickoff Reception: Join the Krewes for music, refreshments and hors d’oeuvres 6-7 p.m. at Yesterday’s Diner.
- Thursday Night Parade: The parade starts at 7 p.m. at Yesterday’s Diner and ends at the Motherlode Saloon. Spectators
LAPD Reopens Lane Closure On Omega Bridge
LAPD News:
Los Alamos police have reopened the southbound lane of Omega Bridge.
The lane was closed this morning following a two-vehicle non-injury traffic crash.
Los Alamos Police Department Closes Westbound Lane On Omega Bridge Due To Two-Vehicle Crash
LAPD News:
At about 11:50 a.m. today, Jan. 29, 2025, Los Alamos police responded to a crash on Omega Bridge.
Omega Bridge’s southbound lane will be closed for an undetermined amount of time due to this two-vehicle non-injury traffic crash.
Investigation and fluid clean-up are in progress. All southbound traffic is being diverted onto West Road.
Updates will be provided when available.
Friends Of The Senior Centers Pancake Breakfast Feb. 8
Posts From The Road: Skyscapes
Sunset: Sunsets often fit into my definition of ‘skycapes’. We had stopped for the night near Douglas, Wyo. when the skies lit up at sunset and gave us a beautiful and colorful show. The sun’s colors reflecting from the clouds even reflected the golden hues onto the open field next to our campsite. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Cumulus: Cumulus clouds are the beautiful white puffy clouds that silently float through the sky above. These clouds give depth and interest to an otherwise clear blank sky. This photo shows several cumulus clouds as they fill the sky above the Navajo Nation in northern Read More
Fr. Glenn: Extreme Data Points
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Well … it’s been an interesting week, don’t you think? President Trump inaugurated, subsequently resulting in a flurry of executive actions. Love him or not, you have to admit that he’s definitely made his mark in the world during his life—certainly more than most people. Yep … definitely way off the average, and at 78 years old already, apparently not going quietly into the night.
As has J.D. Vance. Again, like him or not, it’s hard not to be impressed by his story. In his childhood he had almost nothing going for him—raised in poverty and with myriad disadvantages, he nonetheless Read More
MADD Sounds Alarm: New Mexico Faces Deadly Super Bowl Sunday Feb. 9, 2025
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- An estimated 325+ million gallons of beer is consumed on Super Bowl Sunday
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Super Bowl Sunday (this year Feb. 9) is one of the most dangerous days on New Mexico’s roads, with New Mexico ranked seventh in the United States for the worst impaired driving. According to the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), alcohol was involved in 45% of all fatal crashes nationally on Super Bowl Sunday in 2022.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is tackling this head-on in New Mexico, driving game-changing efforts to keep roads safe and prevent Super Bowl celebrations Read More
All Shall Be Well: Standing Up For The Gospel
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 Amy Schmuck
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
In the Gospel according to Luke, Jesus is invited to teach in his home synagogue gathering in Nazareth.
He opened the scroll, and read from the book of the prophet, Isaiah:
18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,
because he has anointed me
to bring good news to the poor.
He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives
and recovery of sight to the blind,
to let the oppressed go free, Read More
Heinrich’s Congressional Briefing Highlights Advancements, Job Creation In Electric Vehicle Supply Chain
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich hosting a congressional briefing on developments in manufacturing electric vehicles and their supply chains in the United States, from batteries to electric school buses. Courtesy photo
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, hosted a congressional briefing on developments in manufacturing electric vehicles and their supply chains in the United States, from batteries to electric school buses.
Panelists from the Zero Emission Transportation Association Read More
McQuiston: The Hidden Dangers Of Deferred Home Maintenance In New Mexico
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
In New Mexico, where the climate ranges from arid deserts to snowy mountain regions, homeowners face unique challenges in maintaining their properties.
Delaying home maintenance might seem harmless at first, but small issues can quickly grow into costly problems.
Let’s take a closer look at why staying on top of maintenance is so important for homes in our state.
Roof Damage: A Small Issue Can Snowball
- With New Mexico’s sunny days and occasional intense storms, roofs take a beating. Cracked tiles or loose shingles may
Houck: How To Choose Your Broker
By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
QB Atomic Realty
Compare what Brokers charge and what they do. The sale of your home is an important transaction and it’s a lot of your money, protect it. If you hire a Broker merely because they are “a friend” or because that is who you bought the house with, make sure they are a good friend because you may be “gifting” them a lot of YOUR money for a service that is no different than a lower cost broker. Things like how long a Broker has lived somewhere, the friends they keep, or if they work with your kids has little relevance to selling your home.
1) USE FULL TIME BROKERS. Next Read More
Fr. Theophan: As A Priest I Never Get To Finish Anything
Saint Michael icon half done. By Fr. Theophan
By Fr. Theophan
Rector
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
As a priest, I hardly ever get to finish a project in the course of my vocation. The services are cyclical, daily, weekly, yearly, everything repeats. There are differences, special days and weeks with special significance, but once a service is done, you start looking forward to the next one. Eternal worship, one might call it.
And you never finish people. Whether they have been faithful members their whole life, or they wander in seeking something and decide to stay and become Orthodox,
High School Sports Fans: Simmer Down Or Sit Down
By Dr. Karissa L. Niehoff
NFHS Chief Executive Officer
If you’re a fan of high school sports, we need to talk.
When you’re at the game, do you lose control? If so, everyone sees it—the teachers, the officials, the other fans, the parents, and most importantly, the student-athletes. They see you at your worst. And it leaves an impression—not just of you and the school but all high school athletics.
Research consistently underscores that kids look to adults as inspiration for who they want to be and how they want to live. That’s because adults set the tone. Adults show what behaviors are acceptable Read More
Los Alamos Firefighters Join Palisades Fire Effort
By LAFD Wildland Fire Chief Kelly Sterna:
Good afternoon. Although NMDHSEM (New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management) is providing all official updates on the New Mexico Strike Team, I thought I’d provide a more LAFD-centric update.
We arrived at the Palisades fire last Friday [Jan. 10], and I can speak for the crew to say that television does not fully capture the level of devastation that we have seen firsthand. Our first duty day was an eventful one as we provided structure protection for a subdivision of homes just west of Mandeville Canyon. We watched too many Read More
Posts From The Road: Arizona Coastline
La Paz County Park: The Colorado River seen from La Paz County Park located north of Parker, Ariz. offers many recreational opportunities and a campground for RVers. Boating and almost all water sports are available on the Colorado River on the western border of Arizona. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Lake Havasu: The setting sun lighting the sky and reflecting the waters of Lake Havasu. This is a view of boaters and a paddle boarder on the canal which was dredged out to create a setting for the London Bridge in the 1970s. The waters open up at the end of the inlet to the open lake waters. Photo Read More
Fr. Glenn: Ready Or Not…
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Well, a rather historic day for America on Monday—the inauguration of President Trump for the second time for a discontinuous second term—an event only matched once before with Grover Cleveland in the latter 1800s. Love him or hate him, I think just about everyone realizes that it’s going to be quite the change.
As we well know and experience, the political pendulum swings back and forth—one you win, another you lose. Nonetheless, Christians most of all should pray for wisdom, grace and sincerity of intent upon all who are in office to bring about a greater good, whether at the Read More
