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
Dannemann: A Harder Line On Teenage Criminals
By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
We remember the murder of a five-year-old girl in 2023, shot in a drive-by incident that was motivated by a dispute between the shooter and another teenager. It still breaks our hearts. That is partly because the little girl, Galilea Samaniego, was an innocent child who was victimized by accident. But it also would have also been tragic if the shooter had murdered the teenage boy who was his intended target.
Another heartbreaking story – last year a gang of young men, older than teenage, murdered Froyland Villegas, age 11, who was on his way home from a ball 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
Sophomore Lawmaker Files Bill Proposing Dramatic Rewrite Of New Mexico Inspection Of Public Records Act
Rep. Kathleen Cate
By PHAEDRA HAYWOOD
The Santa Fe New Mexican
A sophomore lawmaker has filed a bill proposing a dramatic rewrite of New Mexico’s public records law that critics warn would have an alarming effect on government transparency and accountability.
The measure would create dozens of new exemptions to the Inspection of Public Records Act, giving state and local government agencies broader authority to refuse to provide requested records.
Rep. Kathleen Cate, D-Rio Rancho, said she doesn’t expect the measure to become law but wanted to start a discussion.
“IPRA is not broken, but 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
McQuiston: Mastering Winter Roads … Drive Smart, Stay Safe
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Winter driving isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s about surviving the battlefield of black ice, snowdrifts, and the occasional overconfident driver who thinks speed limits don’t apply in a blizzard. If you want to avoid spinning out like a figure skater on ice, here’s what you need to know.
1. Winter-Proof Your Ride
Your car isn’t invincible. Treat it like a winter warrior and prepare it for battle:
- Tires Matter – All-season tires are okay, but winter tires? They’re like strapping snow boots on your car instead
Cinema Cindy Reviews Oscar Nominations
By CYNTHIA BIDDLECOMB
Los Alamos
Nominations for the Oscars were announced Feb. 23, the announcement delayed by a week due to the fires raging around Los Angeles County. The delay gave more time to local members, dealing with the fires and their aftermath, to view and nominate their favorite films of the year. The Academy noted that this year’s Oscar ceremony will honor Los Angeles area residents for their resilience, and local services for their support, in the wake of the wildfires.
In case you are unfamiliar with the annual buzz, let me note here that the Oscars are the long-awaited and much debated Read More
