Fr. Glenn: Do Likewise
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
As I scroll through the pictures of devastation wrought by the flood in Texas, many things go through my mind. First of all, there is the obvious: the tremendous power of nature unleashed—houses wrecked, vehicles tumbled, bridges collapsing. And so many lives—many of them just begun—gone. It is only the hardest of hearts that could not sympathize with an anguished heart, the sufferers’ plight, especially that of parents whose little ones are no longer here … and have not even been found.
Sadly, in a flood such as that with the many tons of debris and silt it carries with it, many Read More
Gessing: BBB Is Not The Tragedy Our Politicians Portray
By PAUL J. GESSING
President
Rio Grande Foundation
If you haven’t heard already, over the 4th of July weekend, President Trump signed the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” (BBB) into law. Setting aside the merits and demerits of the legislation, you have to hand it to President Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson for achieving the President’s goal of signing the bill by July 4.
Considering the complexity of the bill and the narrow majorities held by Republicans (with implacable opposition from Democrats), there was not much wiggle room for compromise or lost Republican votes. Needless to say, New Mexico’s Read More
Daily Postcard: Red Hot Pokers Bloom In Eastern Area
Daily Postcard: Red hot pokers bloom in Eastern Area, filling the summer with beauty. Photo by Ron Roybal Read More
Best Of Liddie’s Recipes: Squash Blossom Green Chile Frittata
Squash Blossom and Green Chile Frittata. Photo by Liddie Martinez
Squash Blossom and Green Chile Frittata. Photo by Liddie Martinez
By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley
All varieties of squash grow aggressively in northern New Mexico and are one of those staples in our diets that have an unusually long history in the region.
Part of the “three sisters” (corn, beans and squash), local pueblos have been cultivating squash in northern New Mexico for thousands of years.
They are well adapted to our climate and have long growing seasons. Heirloom varieties are especially hearty and are tolerant of Read More
Pets Of The Week: Dusty And Tux
Dusty: from “The Yard” to YOUR yard! Dusty is about to graduate from Paws in the Pen, Española Humane’s transformative training program at the Penitentiary of New Mexico. This nearly one-year-old, 45lb perfectly pint-sized goofball is all wag, wonder, and wide-eyed charm. He’s a pro at playtime, a masterful student, and excels at canine companionship. Bugs beware—Dusty’s favorite game is yard zoomies and insect interception!
With eight weeks of training under his collar, Dusty comes crate, leash, and potty savvy, with a resume full of commands. We’ll even include four free follow-up training Read More
Senior Activity Centers Prepare To Navigate Unprecedented Challenges With Community Support
By JACCI GRUNUNGER
Executive Director
LARSO
Dear Members, Friends, and Valued Supporters,
It is with a profound sense of urgency and a heavy heart that I reach out to you today. Our beloved Senior Activity Centers, cornerstones of the Los Alamos community for so many years, are facing an unprecedented challenge.
We recently received news of significant funding cuts from federal and state government sources. This jeopardizes our ability to continue offering the full scope of programs and services essential to our older adults’ well-being.
Los Alamos residents are getting older, and the demand Read More
Daily Postcard: Broad-Tailed Hummingbird Perches In Blooming PEEC Flower Garden
Daily Postcard: Broad-tailed hummingbird spends time in PEEC garden. The Nature Center’s flower garden is in full bloom and attracting a variety of birds, insects, and butterflies. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
