Cone Zone For Week Of June 3, 2024
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link 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 is in its initial ramp-up, and businesses Read More
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum 2024 Summer Lecture Series Presents Dr. Charles Chick Keller June 5
Dr. Charles “Chick” Keller
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum News:
The Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum 2024 Summer Lecture Series kicks off at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 5 at SALA Event Center, with a presentation by Dr. Charles F. “Chick” Keller on “Galaxies vs. People Interacting with the Creator”.
In the last 10 years we have discovered just how enormous the universe is. We already knew the enormous number of stars in each galaxy, and now Hubble and Webb telescopes have shown us countless galaxies. And the Gaia satellite has found that most stars have planets. The theological implications are Read More
All Shall Be Well: Seeking Sabbath
By DEACON AMY SCHMUCK
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
Editor’s note: Deacon Amy Schmuck serves Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA) as their Deacon for Welcome and Lifelong Learning.
In our community we have been in a season that may be called “Hectic May” for many households as our calendars were filled with graduation celebrations, final concert performances, dance recitals, seasonal sport championships, not to mention Mother’s Day and Memorial Day for good measure. Busy! Busy! Busy! Even as a newcomer to this community, I can safely say the people of Los Alamos are in contention Read More
An Open Book: Lots of Mugs
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Los Alamos
For some strange reason, I have an attachment to commemorative coffee mugs. My collection includes a mug that one of my kids bought me at his Boy Scout troop fundraiser, one that commemorates the demise of an old research group, another that I drank coffee from in grad school. I have a mug from my Tae Kwon Do class to remind me not to block a kick with your thumb, and a mug that my Little painted for me twenty-something years ago when I was a Big Brother.
I would accumulate these mugs at my home office bookcase, displacing textbooks on thermodynamics or material science that Read More
2024 Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum Summer Lecture Series Begins June 5 With Speaker Dr. Charles ‘Chick’ Keller
Courtesy/LAF&SF
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum News:
The 2024 Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum Summer Lecture Series begins Wednesday, June 5 at SALA Event Center.
The opening speaker is Dr. Charles “Chick” Keller who will present a talk on “Galaxies vs. People Interacting with the Creator” preceded at 6 p.m. with a light meal.
2024 Summer Lecture Series Schedule of Speakers
6 p.m. Tuesdays at SALA Events Center
- June 11 … Dr. James Carroll – An Ancient Near Eastern Cultural Context for Israelite Temple Worship
- June 18 … Dr. (Rabbi) Jack Shlachter – Antisemitism and Anti-Science:
Pilgrimage Walk Along West Jemez Road To IHM June 6
Courtesy image
COMMUNITY News:
Archdiocese of Santa Fe Pilgrimages for Vocations 2024 Theme: Beloved Sons & Daughters of the Father
At approximately noon Thursday, June 6, a pilgrimage of approximately 65 men will walk on West Jemez Road to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church at 3700 Canyon Road, where they will stay for the night.
The men will rise at 3 a.m. Friday, June 5, to continue their pilgrimage at 4:30 a.m. to San Ildefonso Pueblo. They are participating in the annual Pilgrimage for Vocations. They began walking early Monday morning (4 a.m.) from Albuquerque and will end their Read More
FBI: Preventing Laser Strikes On Aircraft
This FBI Los Angeles image depicts what green laser glare looks like from a pilot’s perspective at 2,600 feet. Courtesy/FBI
FBI News:
The FBI is reminding you to keep laser pointers out of the sky. Here’s why.
When laser beams are aimed at any piloted aircraft, whether military or commercial, what might seem like a tiny beam on the ground can blind aircrew, potentially causing a midair collision or other incident.
In 2023 alone, the Federal Aviation Administration (or FAA) received more than 13,000 reports of laser strikes. And the U.S. Air Force Safety Center’s webpage dedicated to the issue Read More
Atomic City Transit To Reinstate Route 2M June 3
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Atomic City Transit Route 2M will be reinstated starting Monday, June 3.
Direct questions to the Atomic City Transit office at (505) 661-RIDE (7433) or use the ACTracker to locate bus routes in real-time.
For specific route service schedules, visit https://www.losalamosnm.us/Services/Atomic-City-Transit Read More
Los Alamos Farmers Market May 30, 2024 At Pond
Posts From The Road: Red Rock Country In Sedona, Ariz.
Cathedral Rock: Cathedral Rock viewed from the hiking trail at Crescent Moon Park in Sedona, Ariz. The trail opens up to a large flat red rock landing, which sits next to Oak Creek giving hikers this view of the rocks. This formation is one of the most popular of the many red rock formations in Sedona. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Red Rock Country: A wider view of the valley in Sedona illustrates several of the formations which are seen in every direction around town. This unique town sits in one of the most beautiful areas with panoramic vistas from most any point in town. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com Read More
Fr. Glenn: Requiescat In Pace
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Rather an even more poignant and solemn Memorial Day than usual this year, for in a few days after the observance of it we come to the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the invasion of the Normandy beaches by the Allies on June 6, 1944.
One might glimpse the horror of that and of other battles in video productions such as “Saving Private Ryan” and “Band of Brothers”, but no video can possibly produce the feelings … the sights, smells and sounds … of all-out battles. We who have been spared such experiences should be ever grateful to those who have not been so fortunate, as well as to those who Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of May 27, 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 “Projects/Public Works” link 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 Ramps-up
Los Alamos County Public Works Department, with Read More
All Shall Be Well: Happy Holy Trinity Sunday!
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 Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
Happy Holy Trinity Sunday! Wait. What? Pastor Deb Beloved shared last week that many of our churches were celebrating Pentecost, and we focused on being under the influence of the Spirit. Holy Spirit, that is 😊. And to continue the theme of being bewildered this week, many of our churches will focus on the Read More
New Mexico Congressional Delegation Sends Letter Urging More Safety Measures After Train Derailment
Congressional News:
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) with U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM) and Gabe Vasquez (D-NM), called on the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to establish an Operating Practices Inspector for New Mexico.
“We are keenly aware that the work that you do is essential to ensuring the safety of our rail workers and communities across the country,” the lawmakers said. “However, the recent derailment in western New Mexico Read More
Atomic City Transit Extends Friday Night Bus Service Hours To Summer Concerts At Ashley Pond Park
COUNTY News:
Ride Atomic City Transit to the Los Alamos Summer Concerts at Ashley Pond Park all summer. The 2024 summer concert bus schedule extends service on three fixed routes to allow concert goers to leave their car at home and avoid parking hassles or a long walk to Ashley Pond Park.
The special bus service hours begin tonight, May 24, and run through Aug. 30.
Extended schedules for the North Community, North Mesa and White Rock routes will be available to serve those who want to ride the bus to and from the summer concerts. The extended Route 4, Route 6 and White Rock fixed routes will circulate Read More
The Changing Landscape Of Ultrarunning: 25 Years Of Perspective And A Look Forward
Mountaineer speaker Dave Coblentz with his daughter and pacer at the July 2023 Hardrock 100, on his way to 33,000+feet of elevation gain over 102 1/2 miles. Coblentz will recount his ultrarunning adventures at the May 28 meeting. Courtesy photo
By BILL PRIEDHORSKY
Los Alamos Mountaineers
David Coblentz will speak about ultrarunning at the May 28 Mountaineers meeting. In the past 25 years, ultrarunning (running competitions longer than marathon distance) has transitioned from a fringe sport with about 10,000 total finishes in 1998 to more than 130,000 total finishes in 2023.
Consequently, Read More
Segment Of Canyon To Close May 24 Through June 3
Map of work zone. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
To ensure the safety of the traveling public and to facilitate the construction of a retaining wall for the Urban Trail Phase II, Los Alamos County Public Works Department announced that a segment of Canyon Road will be closed to through vehicular traffic between the Jewish Center and 300 feet west of 15th Street (see above map).
Work will start at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 24 and continue through Monday, June 3.
The Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC), Canyoncito Montessori School, The United Church, and the Jewish Center will remain accessible from Central Read More
McQuiston: Safety Tips For Riding On Two Wheels
By ANDREW MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Motorcycles are a big part of summer driving. Many people prefer the freedom of two wheels on the open road during the summer months. Whether it be discovering scenic back roads on a cruiser or burning up the highway on a sports bike, the fact is there is nothing quite like the feeling of open air and warm sunshine on your face as you ride. While this can be a freeing experience, it is not without its own set of dangers.
Motorists should be conscious of motorcycles while sharing the road with our two-wheeled friends. Motorcycles Read More
Final Udate: Crews To Complete Construction Improvements To NM 4 And East Jemez Road May 28-30, 2024
N.M. 4/East Jemez Road News:
Construction crews are scheduled to complete the final activity on improvements to N.M. 4 and East Jemez Road by installing OGFC (open-graded friction course) to both roadways for about three days, Tuesday, May 28 through Thursday, May 30, 2024.
OGFC is a thin, permeable layer of asphalt pavement that creates friction on the roadway to reduce vehicle slipping and/or sliding during wet weather.
During this work, there will be various lane closures in the project area. Motorists are reminded to use extra caution in the construction zone, slow down, expect delays Read More
Mountaineers: Making Our Way Through The Puzzle Country
In the Canyon Country, the path from point A to point B might be blocked by cliff, canyon, or both. View through a canyon maze from our recent Mountaineers trip. Courtesy/Reiner Friedel
By BILL PRIEDHORSKY
Los Alamos Mountaineers
The Los Alamos Mountaineers have a soft spot in their heart for the hard country of the Colorado Plateau – the place that Edward Abbey called “something strange, marvelous, full of wonders … a surreal land of form and color.” We who live in the Southwest are lucky to be so close to this terrain, because there is nothing else like it in the country, if not the world. The Mountaineers Read More
