Op-Ed: Caja del Rio Power Line Project
By DEIRDRE MONROE
Santa Fe
Author of Caja trails map
An article in the Santa Fe New Mexican (Aug. 13, 2025) described a USFS “finding of no impact” for a proposed power line that would cross the northern Caja Plateau, linking Los Alamos with an existing electrical substation just off Buckman Road. Since then, I have read several strong statements of opposition. While there certainly is opposition to the project, there is also support. I’d like to provide some food for thought.
The Caja is lovely—beautiful and rugged—but it is a 100,000-acre, working landscape. In my 25 years of exploring this area Read More
Video: Chair Cull Breaks Down Tuesday’s Council Meeting
Council Chair Theresa Cull discusses Tuesday’s meeting. Video by Páya Pavlíková@ladailypost.com Read More
Bridge Repair Project In Española To Begin Monday
NMDOT News:
- The project is expected to cost $149,282
ESPAÑOLA – A bridge repair project will begin Monday, Sept. 15 on N.M. 68 in Española.
The project entails the patching and injection of epoxy into delaminated areas of the bridge decks and then repair of joint seals between the sections of the bridge decks. Finally, there will be an application of an overlay to protect the bridge decks from the elements. This should extend the life of the bridges by many years.
Starting Monday, Sept. 15, traffic can expect lane closures beginning at milepost 0 to milepost 1. There will be a flagging operation in Read More
‘7 Principles For Making Marriage Work’ Begins Sept. 15
COMMUNITY News:
Couples are invited to participate in an 8-week workshop titled “7 Principles For Making Marriage Work” led by Michelle Wilde, LPCC, LMT, CST, of Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute in Los Alamos.
The workshop is 4:30-6 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 15 and runs through Nov. 3.
The workshop is targeted to couples seeking to improve:
- Communication;
- Emotional Connection; and
- Relational Skills.
“The Seven Principles class this Fall and make a difference in your committed relationship. A study exploring the benefits of the class versus just reading the book showed couples attending Read More
Say Cheese!
A happy bobcat smiles for the camera Thursday morning in Cochiti Mesa. Photo by Marcela Walker Read More
Teatro Paraguas Presents Blue Desert Oct. 3-19
TEATRO PARAGUAS News:
Teatro Paraguas is pleased to present the premiere production of Blue Desert, a play by Santa Fe poet and playwright John Macker directed by Noah G. Simpson.
Blue Desert is a two-act, four character drama/comedy about a father (played by David Jondreau), a has-been director of horror films, and his adult daughter (Day Forgaard), a teacher, estranged and desperately out of segues, who agree to hike and camp in the southwestern desert for a couple of days to spread her mother’s (his ex-wife’s) ashes in a beautiful, desolate place that was a favorite of hers. A gesture the father Read More
FBI: Federal Charges Filed In Assault Case
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Two men have been indicted on federal charges for an assault that left one victim seriously injured.
According to court documents, on January 10, 2025, Myron Scott, 34, of Navajo, New Mexico, and Eric Scott, 34, of Fort Defiance, Arizona, both enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, assaulted John and Jane Doe with a baseball bat and a large stick, resulting in serious bodily injury to John Doe.
Myron and Eric are both charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury for the attack on John Doe. Myron faces an additional count of assault Read More
OBAE Ribbon Cutting Marks Milestone For Broadband Recovery In Lincoln County
CONNECT NM News:
RUIDOSO, NM — A new era has been ushered in when it comes to broadband recovery efforts in Lincoln County.
The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony at Ruidoso Community College yesterday to celebrate the awarding of two disaster relief grants.
The funding will provide resilience and support broadband infrastructure impacted by wildfires and flooding in Lincoln County.
OBAE awarded Penasco Valley Telephone Cooperative (PVT) and TDS Telecom more than $1.25 million through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The Connectivity Read More
Celebrate Borderland Folk Art And Iconic New Mexico Architecture At State’s Newest Historic Site Nov. 8
Old Mesilla, Exterior of Taylor Properties, Black & White (year & photographer unknown). Courtesy: New Mexico Historic Sites
NMDCA News:
MESILLA — After more than two decades of anticipation, a historic property that captures the birth and growth of New Mexico’s borderlands and showcases a stunning collection of folk art is opening its doors as the eighth New Mexico Historic Site.
Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site’s Grand Opening Fiesta on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, will celebrate this milestone with a ribbon cutting, live music on the Mesilla Plaza, and other special activities throughout Read More
Bridge Approach Lift Project To Begin On NM 41 In Galisteo
NMDOT News:
GALISTEO — A Bridge Approach Lift project will begin on NM 41 in Galisteo, NM.
The project entails the injection of stabilizing material under the approach ramps to the bridges south of town. This material will expand as it sets to raise the ramps to the current level of the bridge decks and help to stabilize the ground underneath the approaches.
Starting Thursday, September 11, 2025, traffic can expect lane closures beginning at milepost 55 to milepost 56.5. There will be a flagging operation in place to allow motorists to pass through the work zone. Work is expected to take place from Read More
CBN Field Assessments Advance Into Los Alamos Townsite
COUNTY News:
Hexad crews working for Bonfire on behalf of Los Alamos County, are moving into the Los Alamos townsite this week after completing initial work in White Rock. They are conducting field assessments for the County’s Community Broadband Network (CBN) design. Work is expected to continue into October 2025 and involves collecting utility data and evaluating planned aerial and underground routes across the County. Limited access to some private property is required.
Crews will also conduct follow-up assessments in various White Rock neighborhoods as the design progresses.
Residents Read More
FBI: Two Albuquerque Men Plead Guilty To Harboring Undocumented Immigrants And Ransom Conspiracy
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Two Albuquerque men have pleaded guilty to conspiring to transport and harbor undocumented immigrants after federal agents uncovered a stash house linked to a kidnapping and ransom scheme.
According to court documents, the investigation began on March 1, 2025, when the FBI received a kidnapping complaint reporting that the victim’s family was being extorted for ransom under threats of violence and cartel involvement. Agents traced the ransom calls to a residence in southwest Albuquerque and executed a search warrant the following day. Inside, they found 11 undocumented Read More
Sustainable Creativity At Creative Reuse Art Exhibition
Courtesy photo
Courtesy photo
ART News:
Places & Spaces Los Alamos invites the public to a unique and inspiring exhibition of community-created art, celebrating the power of sustainable creativity. The Creative Reuse Art Exhibition will be on display daily in the lobby at the SALA Los Alamos Event Center from Saturday, Sept.13, through Saturday, Sept. 20.
This free exhibition features art created by local community members, showcasing how discarded materials can be transformed into new and meaningful works. The collection is the culmination of recent Creative Reuse and Junk Journaling Read More
District Music Competition Open For Submissions
LAMTA News:
The Los Alamos Music Teachers Association opens the invitation for serious music students to compete in the annual District Honors Auditions held by the Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico.
The Northeast-I District Competition, which is open to all students in Santa Fe, Taos, Los Alamos, Espanola, and Las Vegas and surrounding areas, will be held Saturday, Oct. 18 at UNM-Los Alamos.
The first-place winners of each age category will compete at the state finals, which will be held in Albuquerque Saturday Nov. 8. Annually, the honors auditions have seen students of the highest Read More
Join Los Alamos Choral Society’s Tuesday Rehearsals
Dept. Of Public Safety Launches New Social Media Accounts
NMDPS News:
SANTA FE — Interested in the latest news from the Missing Persons Clearinghouse, the Forensics Lab or when the next class is graduating the law enforcement academy?
You’ll have direct access to that and other news from the entire New Mexico Department of Public Safety with our new social media accounts to include Facebook, Instagram, X, Bluesky and Linked In. News and features will also be posted to the department website: www.dps.nm.gov.
“We’re pleased to offer these new communications platforms about all the good work the Department of Public Safety is doing for the people of New Read More
Bears vs. Mountain Lions: Encounter Differences
COUNTY News:
When encountering a bear vs. a mountain lion, remember bears are typically omnivores that are curious and attracted to human food, while mountain lions are elusive ambush predators that are not interested in human food but may see smaller individuals as prey.
If You Meet a BEAR, Stay Calm…
- NEVER RUN. Running can make a bear chase you.
- Keep your distance. Back slowly away facing the bear. Avoid direct eye contact.
- Slowly and calmly leave the area. Talk aloud so the bear will become aware of you.
- Be extra careful around a female with cubs. Never approach a cub.
- Never throw food to
Archaeology Fair To Be Held At Ghost Ranch Sept. 27
NMDCA News:
The New Mexico Historic Preservation Division (NMHPD) is thrilled to announce that the 2025 Archaeology Fair will be held at one of New Mexico’s best-known historic properties: Ghost Ranch!
Join NMHPD for a family-friendly exploration of archaeology at beautiful Ghost Ranch from 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27. This annual celebration is an opportunity to learn about archaeology, stone and ceramic tools, and historic artifacts.
Learn to throw an atlatl, make your own clay pot, and enjoy children’s games, yucca fibercraft, and more.
Ghost Ranch will have free admission Read More
Life After 50: 9/11 Memorial Shanksville, PA
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
C’YA
I recall sitting on the living room floor after being awakened by a phone call from my brother. He said, “The lab is okay, but turn on the tv.” The first plane had struck the Twin Towers and then we watched the rest unfold. Our son was in Becky Sim’s afternoon kindergarten class and we would not have to go that afternoon. The next day a lovely letter from Laura Bush was sent home with the students. The world would change forever.
A few years ago, I read, The Only Plane in the Sky by Garret Graff. It was an amazing book that detailed the day minute by minute and Read More
Operation Meow Launches To Support Community Cat Caretakers In Northern New Mexico
PET News:
Three leading animal welfare organizations—Española Humane, Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society, and Felines & Friends New Mexico—have joined forces to launch Operation Meow, a collaborative mission to support the unsung heroes caring for community cat (sometimes called feral cat) colonies across Northern New Mexico.
Every day, volunteer caretakers provide food, water, and compassion to community cats. Many pay for supplies out of their own pockets to ensure these vulnerable cats stay fed, healthy, and thriving. Operation Meow seeks to ease that burden by collecting Read More
