Cone Zone: Week Of Oct. 7, 2024
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works’ staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “County Projects” link and select “Public Works” at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones.
Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Update
- TLC Plumbing & Utility
Liddie’s Traditional New Mexican Dishes: Green Chile Corn Fritters
Green Chile Corn Fritters. Photo by Liddie Martinez
By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley
There is a bit of magic that happens in New Mexico when the green chile tumbles in roasters and the aroma wafts through valley. The fact that fresh green chile is being roasted while our corn harvest is ripe for the picking is an amazing moment for those seeking pairs to entice the palate. Fresh corn and green chile mark the turning of the season. That magical time when the heat of the summer backs off and allows the cool, crisp mornings of the coming fall take center stage. This is the treat that will satisfy your taste Read More
State Police To Conduct Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In All Counties Across New Mexico Throughout October 2024
NMSP News:
New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols; and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints during October in all counties throughout the state.
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 to make Read More
New Mexico Department Of Transportation To Host Public Meeting For I-40 Miyamura Interchange Study Oct. 8
NMDOT News:
GALLUP — The I-40 Miyamura Interchange Study is sponsored by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to improve the I-40 and Miyamura Drive interchange for safety and operations.
The purpose of the first public meeting is to introduce the study, review the existing conditions of the study area, and hear from the public on their concerns and ideas before the study team begins developing alternatives.
A presentation and Q&A will be hosted at 6 p.m., with an open house format before and after, where the Read More
SFSO Free Concert ‘Voices Of Hope & Peace’ Oct. 27 At Cathedral Basilica Of St. Francis Of Assisi
SFSO News:
The community is invited to attend the highly anticipated Choral Masterworks performance “Voices of Hope & Peace”, 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis Of Assisi in Santa Fe.
“Voices of Hope & Peace”, led by Choral Director Carmen Flórez-Mansi—features the angelic voices of the Santa Fe Symphony Chorus accompanied by Collaborative Pianist Paul J. Roth.
This beautiful program features Dona nobis pacem—a cantata written by Ralph Vaughan Williams in 1936 as a cry for universal harmony and peace—plus more beautiful choral works to lift one’s Read More
County Transportation Board To Meet Thursday Oct. 3
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3 in Council Chambers at the Los Alamos Municipal Building.
Note: This meeting is in person and open to the public. However, for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation:
Join Zoom Meeting:
Meeting ID:
813 5706 0773 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81357060773 +13462487799,,81357060773#
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+1 720 707 2699 US
The complete packet can be accessed here: Agenda Packet Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 30, 2024
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works’ staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors.
For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “County Projects” link and select “Public Works” at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones.
Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Update
TLC Plumbing & Utility work Tuesday through Read More
Two Weeks Left For White Rock Farmers Market
Posts From The Road: Touring Aspen, Colorado
Mill Street Mall: Mill Street Mall is one of two pedestrian malls in downtown Aspen, Colo. Shops and eateries line the mall which also serves as a space for public events, shopping, and an entrance to Aspen Mountain Ski Area. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Paradise: Paradise Bakery & Gelateria was a popular resting spot for people to enjoy a cold drink, snack or gelato including the bird in the seat on the left who was also taking part in the afternoon gathering. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos
Nestled among the peaks of the Elk Read More
Kirtland AFB Chaplain Corps Holds Clergy Readiness Day
Andrew Verdi, 377th Air Base Wing executive director, poses with the Kirtland Chaplain Corps, Sept. 24, on Kirtland Air Force Base. The Chaplain Corps held Clergy Readiness Day to brief religious leaders from the public on what the Chaplain Corps does to support service members. Photo by Airman 1st Class Donnell Schroeter/KAFB
Public religious leaders pose with the Kirtland Chaplain Corps, Sept. 24, on Kirtland Air Force Base. Photo by Airman 1st Class Donnell Schroeter/KAFB
By Airman 1st Class Donnell Schroeter
377th Air Base Wing Public Affairs
Kirtland Air Force Base hosted Clergy Readiness Read More
Fr. Glenn: Realizing Our Raison d’être
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Aren’t you just soooooo impressed—a little French in the title? It’s always fun to throw in some phrases from another language once in a while; it helps a writer look more edjamacated than he done is.😉 A little Latin here, a little French lingo there, to spruce up the column … a sine qua non lest ennui set in, and then … adios amigos. Or did you ever read an article which seemed to be written by a thesaurus? Who knew that the purpose of language was actually communication?! As the alien-inhabited Mr. Spock said in TOS episode “Is There in Truth No Beauty”, “You depend on [language] for Read More
Los Aamos Police To Launch Operation Safe Driving
LAPD to launch ‘Operation Safe Driving’ throughout October to enhance traffic enforcement across Los Alamos County, including highways N.M. 502 and N.M. 4. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is launching “Operation Safe Driving” throughout October, aiming to enhance traffic enforcement across Los Alamos County, including highways N.M. 502 and N.M. 4.
The focus is on serious violations such as DWI, speeding, distracted driving and school zone safety.
The goal is to enhance traffic safety, enforce traffic laws and minimize traffic crashes during the transition Read More
3rd World Posole Cooking Championships Oct. 5-6
Tesuque Casino News:
The 3rd World Posole Cooking Championships returns to New Mexico Friday and Saturday Oct. 5-6, outdoors at Tesuque Casino in Santa Fe.
Live entertainment and an arts and crafts fair are also featured. All events are free and open to all ages.
More than $6,000 in prize money, as well as traditional Native American awards, are set to be awarded in both the public cooking competition on Saturday and the restaurant division on Sunday.
The Flashbacks, The Lumbros and the Dickie Cordova duo will be performing. Tasting kits for the posole will be available both days with proceeds Read More
All Shall Be Well: Make Us Instruments Of Your Peace
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, The Rev. Lynn Finnegan, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry and Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Rev. Lynn Finnegan
Associate Rector
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Faith
“The Peace Prayer” or the “Prayer of Saint Francis” is a well-known prayer of unknown origin. Whether the iconic Saint Francis, known best for his love of animals and all of God’s creation, wrote it or not, its symmetry and simplicity has universal appeal. “Make me (or “us” depending on the version) an instrument of your peace,” Read More
New Mexico Governor Travels To Mexico City
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is traveling to Mexico City, Mexico, to participate in a Clean Energy and Energy Security Collaboration Roundtable and a reception with U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Ken Salazar on Sept. 30.
The governor will also attend the inauguration of Her Excellency Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo on Oct. 1 in Mexico City.
She will be accompanied by Chief of Staff Daniel Schlegel, Deputy Chief of Operations Caroline Buerkle, Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department Secretary Designate Melanie Kenderdine, and Economic Development Department Secretary Read More
County Shares Safe Driving Tips For Homecoming Weekend
By JESSICA STRONG
Social Services Manager
Los Alamos County
This weekend is Homecoming, with many activities happening in Los Alamos County Friday and Saturday. The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council, the Los Alamos County Health Council and the Los Alamos County Police Department want to remind parents and high school Toppers that even though it is a time to celebrate, it is also a time to make sure safety remains a priority.
In 2022, a total of 2,883 teenagers ages 13-19 died in motor vehicle crashes. (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Highway Loss Data Institute). These fatalities Read More
Diamond Drive Crack Sealing Resumes Friday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Division announced that contract crews will resume Diamond Drive crack sealing work Friday, Sept. 27 and continue throughout the weekend, weather permitting.
Work is scheduled 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and traffic delays are anticipated.
This crack sealing work will occur in a mobile work zone approximately 100 feet in length between Trinity Drive and the roundabout at North Mesa, alternating on both sides of the road. Lane reductions with traffic control devices will be in place at the work zone, but two-way traffic will be maintained. Bicyclists Read More
An Open Book: From Iceland With Love
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Los Alamos
Our boys were in their mid- to late teens when we decided they were old enough to appreciate a family trip to Europe. Aside from experiential learning about Italian and Spanish sights and culture, we wanted to instill in our three children a sense that foreign travel was something they could enjoy and should do as the opportunity arose. We learn so much about ourselves and our world when we can compare our living circumstances to how others live.
To make this life lesson as obvious as possible, we decided to travel with just our backpacks, stay at a range of accommodations Read More
Knights Of Columbus Pancake Breakfast 7:30-11:30 Sunday
Laboratory Retiree Group: First Tuesday Breakfast Oct. 1
LRG News:
Los Alamos National Laboratory retirees (LRG) and potential retirees are invited to drop in at the LRG monthly breakfast social, between the hours of 8:30 and 10:30 a.m., Tuesday Oct. 1 at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Drive.
Come hang out and join the conversation with other Lab retirees. LRG will pay for your coffee and tea!
Individuals will pay for their breakfast and other drinks. Contact sgirard@losalamos.com or 505.672.3497 for more information.
More information about the LRG can be found on the LRG website. Read More
