Op/Ed: Response To Mr. Hanson On Draft Climate Action Plan
By BARBARA SMITH
Los Alamos
I was reading Mr. David Hanson’s Op-Ed published July 14 in the Los Alamos Daily Post (link) and would like to comment and dissect his points. As Mr. Hanson pointed out, we should all read and put forth our comments to the County Council on the CAP document before August 6 when it is presented to the Council. Otherwise it will be forced upon us whether we like it or not.
(1) “The focus of the plan on CO2 tracking and reduction will provide no benefit to Los Alamos residents unless the rest of the world participates with us. It distracts our attention and consumes funding that could Read More
McQuiston: Ways To Protect Your Car From Theft
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Technology has helped to prevent auto theft in significant ways. Engine immobilizers, keyless entry and ignition, audible alarms and vehicle recovery systems have generally made cars harder to steal and easier to recover. But even with these theft protection improvements, criminals have found new ways to steal cars.
Today’s thefts are often the product of opportunity, with would-be thieves looking for unsuspecting drivers who leave their cars unattended. Criminals are also stealing cars using updated tactics, Read More
Amateur Naturalist: The Decline In Bird Species
Red Winged Blackbird. Photo by Connor Charchuk
Dark Eyed Junco. Photo by Scott Martin
Canyon Towee. Courtesy/Mike’s Birds
By ROBERT DRYJA
Los Alamos
Bird populations are reported as decreasing when considered on a continental or world wide scale. However this is something like the statistical joke about what average means.
You feel fine on the average if your foot is in a bucket of ice water and your hand is on a stove. There actually is considerable variation when group counts for specific bird species and their geographic location are considered. The challenge is in how to define the characteristics Read More
Rep. Chandler: Let’s Come Together And Get Back To Work
By State Rep. Christine Chandler (D-Los Alamos)
Recently, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham hosted a series of town hall meetings throughout our state to discuss community safety and answer questions from the public. Much of what was said in these town halls echoed what we heard in a series of special meetings of the legislature’s Courts, Corrections and Justice (CCJ) committee earlier this year.
As chair of the CCJ committee, I convened six additional public committee meetings to discuss the Governor’s proposed legislation in preparation for the special session. We brought in law enforcement Read More
Gruninger: Older Adults Take A Ride With Us Free Around Town
By JACCI GRUNINGER
Executive Director
LARSO
Note: This is the third column in a series written by Executive Director Jacci Gruninger to introduce Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization and its services to the community.
As we age, we often don’t feel comfortable driving any more or we get to a point where we can no longer safely drive ourselves. It can be challenging to rely on family and friends for this task.
The Los Alamos Retired and Older Adult Organization (LARSO), provides a free ride service catered to meet these transportation needs (a $4 per ride donation is always appreciated). The Read More
Liddie’s Traditional New Mexican Dishes: Squash Blossoms
Savory squash blossoms. Photo by Liddie Martinez
By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley
Squash blossoms are very beautiful and equally delicate so, having them served as an appetizer makes the occasion special. You will not likely find squash blossoms at a grocery store. They are too delicate and do not have a shelf life of more than a day or two if properly cared for and stored. The best place to source is at a Farmer’s Market unless you grow them yourself. It is worth the effort. I plant at least a couple of squash plants every year that are primarily harvested as blossoms.
Select male squash blossoms Read More
Glass: I Am So Grateful For Kind Attention By LAMC Staff
By GEORGE GLASS
Los Alamos
As a result of a near collapse trying to get from one part of Los Alamos Medical Center to another today (July 24, 2024), I found myself approached by a member of the radiological station offering assistance.
I immediately found myself very secure and in helpful hands. A wheelchair was immediately secured by another staff personnel who brought me to my car some distance into the parking lot.
This letter is to publicly express my very grateful appreciation for what these alert, professional and kind staff of LAMC did from me, including giving water and snacks to sustain Read More
