Denish: Be An Informed Voter
By DIANE DENISH
Corner To Corner
diane@dianedenish.com
It’s local election season across New Mexico—our chance to choose the people who represent us closest to home: mayors, city councilors, and school board members.
While candidates have a responsibility to share their ideas and solutions, voters have an equal responsibility to vet those candidates. Doing that work now prepares us for 2026 and beyond, when more statewide and federal races will appear on the ballot. Yes, it takes time, but the payoff comes when you fill out your ballot knowing exactly who you’re voting for, what they stand Read More
All Shall Be Well: In Need Of A Pilgrimage?
A recent view of Chartres Cathedral, a Catholic cathedral in Chartres, France, about 50 miles southwest of Paris. Photo by Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb
By Deacon Cynthia Z. Biddlecomb
(ELCA) retired
On a recent visit to France, with the help of knowledgeable guides, my eyes were opened to the symbolic way that churches were laid out in medieval times. Ancient church architecture was very specific and intentional: the medieval building is often cruciform in shape, and stained-glass windows were used to visually teach the faith. I learned there’s more to it.
As one enters a medieval church, the Read More
Administrative Office Of The Courts Announces Funding Increase For Regional Behavioral Health Planning
AOC Director Karl Reifsteck
AOC News:
SANTA FE – Additional funding will be available for regional behavioral health planning across New Mexico, the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) announced today.
Up to $60,000 – an increase from $45,000 – will be awarded in each of the state’s 13 behavioral health regions for the development of regional plans for providing behavioral health services. The plans are required under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act, which was enacted earlier this year. The reform legislation was Senate Bill 3 during this year’s legislative session. Read More
Scenes From No Kings Day 2.0 Protest At Ashley Pond
Hundreds of Los Alamos residents turned out for the No Kings Day 2.0 protest Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. The protest, organized by Indivisible Los Alamos, is the second held this year. The first was in June. Every state participated in Saturday’s protest along with several other countries. It is reported that more than 7 million people attended protests in the U.S. in response to growing concern that the Trump administration is exercising authoritarianism. Photo in Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Sarah Downs and her daughter, Kaya Allen, participate in the No Kings Protest Saturday Read More
Daily Postcard: Acorn Woodpecker Lands At Nature Center
Daily Postcard: Coming in for a landing this Acorn Woodpecker is one of many that frequent the Los Alamos Nature Center and store their seeds in a tree in the canyon below the Center. These birds and other wildlife can be seen from the wildlife observation room inside the Center at 2600 Canyon Drive. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
County Inclusivity Task Force To Meet Oct. 22
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force is scheduled to meet at 12:15 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 22 in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person and for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85262446713
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 719 359 4580 US, +1 253 205 0468 US, +1 669 444 9171
US +1 360 209 5623 US
Webinar ID: 852 6244 6713
The meeting agenda is available Read More
Reflective Beauty Spotted This Morning At Ashley Pond
The reflective beauty at Ashley Pond spotted this morning in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Lauren Hughes Read More
Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies This Week
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce is announcing two ribbon-cutting ceremonies this week:
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- Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. at Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center to celebrate the opening of a new art display area.
- Saturday, Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. at 555 Oppenheimer, Suite #103 for Battle Tested Fitness Nutrition, & Body Contouring. The Open House is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will include demonstrations of services available, as well as a demo on making protein pancakes. To learn more about Battle Tested Fitness Nutrition, & Body Contouring, click here.
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Posts From The Road: Arcadia Round Barn In Oklahoma
Arcadia Round Barn: The Arcadia Round Barn is a landmark in the town of Arcadia, Okla. Seen at the bottom of the photo is the Route 66 highway, which passes through the small farming community north of Oklahoma City. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Entrance: The entrance doors to the round barn are seen from this side of the structure. The downstairs serves as a local museum with displays of tools and equipment used by pioneers. The ground floor includes a gift shop. The upper floor, reached by the exterior steps, leads to the only entrance upstairs. Workers saw the value of a local gathering Read More
Fr. Glenn: The Best Revenge
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
A violent passion that most—if not all—of us have suffered is the desire for revenge against wrongs—wrongs against ourselves and to our loved ones, or even for blatant injuries done towards the innocent. Who has not experienced wrath when witnessing injustices? In fact, we viscerally tend not toward parity retribution or justice, but excessive revenge—the “destroy my house and I’ll destroy your life” mentality. People are killed for even trivial road-rage-causing “offenses”!
The ancient wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, although a pagan philosopher, holds a truth that resonates Read More
Valle Grande Chapter NSDAR Genealogy Workshop
Scene from the Valle Grande Chapter, NSDAR Genealogy Workshop, Oct. 11 at SALA. Courtesy/VGC, NSDAR
Valle Grande Chapter members and Genealogy Workshop guest speakers, Megan Farrell, Roberta Day Idzorek, JoAnn Unruh, Eileen Rhine, Linda Carol Alt, Ron Smith, Henrietta Christmas, Jane Shumaker, and Linda Kolar. Courtesy/VGC, NSDAR
COMMUNITY News:
The Valle Grande Chapter of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), held its first Genealogy Workshop Saturday, Oct. 11, at SALA Los Alamos Event Center.
Every year, the NSDAR celebrates its birthday, Oct. 11, Read More
New Mexico Association of REALTORS®: September Home Sales Up 12% Year-Over-Year Across State
New Mexico Association of REALTORS® News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico’s housing market held steady in September 2025, with 1,725 home sales, marking a 0.4% increase from August’s 1,718 and a 12.6% rise year-over-year from the 1,532 homes sold in September 2024.
The median sold price climbed to $364,500, up 1.25% from the previous month and 7% higher than a year ago.
These figures reflect a market that remains active and resilient heading into fall, with moderate monthly growth and continued strong demand compared to last year.
County Comparisons
Bernalillo County: Bernalillo County’s housing Read More
SFCC To Host Glass Club Sale Nov. 12-13
A selection of glass artwork entered in a previous SFCC Glass Club Sale. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) will host a Glass Club Sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nov. 12 and 13.
The student sale will feature handmade glass ornaments, trays, bowls, sculptures, and more. These items are perfect for holiday shopping.
This is a free event and will be held in the SFCC main hallway at 6401 Richards Ave. Direct questions to 505.428.1000. Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Oct. 20
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County services such as mail delivery, trash and recycling collection, and emergency services will be maintained for each project detailed below.
Residents and businesses will often experience large equipment and construction noise. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to always use caution and slow down around construction activities and avoid entering work zones outside of designated detour paths.
Road and Utility Work:
North Mesa & North Community Pavement Preservation Project
- Location: 39th, 37th, 36th, North Mesa Road, San Ildefonso Road, Stoneview
‘Gestating A Mystery’ Exhibit With Artists Harriette Lawler And Myra Maher At Jemez Fine Art Gallery Nov. 14-28
Water Music 4: Tidal Dance, copper, nickel, aluminum by Harriette Lawler. Courtesy photo
Angel in Cat Mesa, oil on canvas by Myra Maher. Courtesy photo
Jemez Fine Art Gallery News:
The Jemez Fine Art Gallery welcomes back local artists Harriette Lawler and Myra Maher to the Jemez Fine Art Gallery in their exhibition entitled “Gestating a Mystery”.
Lawler’s sculptures have been exhibited and sold around the world. She has also had sculpture commissions in London and Los Angeles. Her work comes home to New Mexico this November, to be exhibited alongside Maher’s paintings and drawings, Nov. 14-28. Read More
Los Alamos JJAB To Meet Wednesday Oct. 22
JJAB News:
Los Alamos JJAB will meet at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 22.
The meeting will be held by video conference, and the public is welcome to attend. For additional information, email JJAB at info@losalamosjjab.com or call 505.709.8125.
The agenda for this meeting is available at www.losalamosjjab.com.
Los Alamos High School Marching Band Performs Dazzling Halftime Show Friday Night On Sullivan Field
The 116-member Los Alamos High School Marching Band, under the direction of Steven Iliff, presents a dazzling halftime show at the football game Friday night on Sullivan Field. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene of the LAHS Marching Band performing during the halftime show at the football game Friday night on Sullivan Field. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene of the LAHS Marching Band performing during the halftime show at the football game Friday night on Sullivan Field. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Make-A-Wish New Mexico Kids Giving Back
Make-A-Wish New Mexico News:
For the first time in Make-A-Wish New Mexico’s 40-year history, it is working to grant two wishes to give back to the community at the same time, through the generosity of two wish kids.
When a child begins the wish-granting process, Make-A-Wish talks with them about five different areas to choose from.
Those five areas include:
- I wish to go;
- I wish to be;
- I wish to have;
- I wish to meet; and
- I wish to give.
A wish “to give” allows a child to pay their wish forward and do something for their community.
Two wish kids in New Mexico are choosing to give their wishes to organizations Read More
Daily Postcard: Birds At Sunset On Perimeter Trail
Daily Postcard: Early sunset silhouettes a bird perched on the branch of a tree Thursday on Perimeter Trail. Photo by Lauren Hughes
Sunset silhouettes another bird perched on a branch Thursday on Perimeter Trail. Photo by Lauren Hughes Read More
PEEC Invites Public To Dig Into Northern New Mexico’s Fossil History With Pete Worland Nov. 6 & 8
PEEC invites the public to explore two upcoming fossil-focused programs, including a hands-on Fossil Field Trip to nearby fossil sites. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC invites the public to explore two upcoming fossil-focused programs, including how fossils tell the story of the region’s prehistoric past. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
From ancient seas to modern mesas, Northern New Mexico’s landscape has transformed dramatically over time. The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the public to explore this geologic journey in two upcoming fossil-focused programs led by local Read More
