Helen and Chris Ortega, formerly of Los Alamos, are on a tour of Scotland and shared photos of their travels. Chris Ortega is shown here descending the staircase at his hotel Thursday in Glasgow. This port city is on the River Clyde in Scotland’s western Lowlands. It’s famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, a rich legacy of the city’s 18th–20th-century prosperity due to trade and shipbuilding. Today it’s a national cultural hub, home to institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and National Theatre of Scotland, as well as acclaimed museums and a thriving music Read More
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Inaugural Pajarito Oktoberfest Draws Large Crowd
The inaugural Pajarito Oktoberfest drew a large crowd Saturday to Pajarito Mountain. Pajarito Mountain and TCR Productions teamed up to produce this all-around win for the community. This collaboration yielded the Pajarito Mountain Run 10K, which benefits the Los Alamos High School Cross Country Team. Oktoberfest, beer and food, live music, disc golf and games for children filled the day. Courtesy photo
The inaugural Pajarito Oktoberfest drew a large crowd Saturday to Pajarito Mountain. Courtesy photo Read More
All Shall Be Well: I Don’t Know How To Pray
Clergy from left, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired; Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Associate Rector Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Courtesy photo
By Rev. Deb Beloved Church
White Rock Presbyterian Church
According to one news source (NBCNews.com), updated at 8:41 p.m. MST, Oct. 19, 2023, since the surprise attack on Israel by Hamas on Thursday, Oct. 7, “More than 3,700 people have been killed and more than 13,000 have been injured in Gaza. In Israel, 1,400 people have been killed and 3,500 have been wounded.”
That’s more than 20,000 people, killed or wounded, in less than two weeks, with far too Read More
Posts From Abroad: Touring Cádiz, Spain
Touring Cadiz, Spain Friday, local area residents Liddie and Rick Martinez shared photos of scenery, an Andalusian Dancing Horse Show, shops and more. Cádiz is in the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula off the Atlantic Ocean. The city and port of Cádiz date back over 3,500 years, making it the oldest in the western world. Photo by Liddie Martinez
Scene from an Andalusian Dancing Horse Show Friday in Cadiz, Spain. Photo by Liddie Martinez
Scene of a bodega in Cadiz Friday where sherry is blended and stored. Photo by Liddie Martinez
Scene of a fruit market toured Friday in Cadiz. Photo by Liddie Read More
New Mexico Governor To Lead Clean Hydrogen Trade Mission To Australia
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
SYDNEY, Australia – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is leading a business and trade mission today to Australia on Sunday to participate in the Asia Pacific Hydrogen 2023 Summit and meet with manufacturing companies interested in expanding to New Mexico.
The governor will make an economic development announcement around clean hydrogen during the mission. During the summit, she will speak Oct. 26 on a panel titled “Regional Collaboration & Trade from Asia-Pacific to the World”. The governor will also meet with several Australian Read More
New Mexico Sets Economic Impact Record For Tourism In 2022
2023 Balloon Fiesta. Courtesy/NMTD
NMTD News:
SANTA FE — After witnessing record visitation to New Mexico in 2022, New Mexico set a record $8.3 billion in direct visitor spending from tourism in 2022 according to a new study from the New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD).
The 2022 direct visitor spending record of $8.3 billion surpassed 2021 by $1.1 billion. The all-time direct visitor spending record was previously set in 2019 at a total of $7.4 billion.
Overall, New Mexico realized $11.2 billion in total economic impact due to tourism in 2022. Beyond the direct impacts of visitor spending, Read More
McQuiston: Tips For Handling Tire Blowouts
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
Experiencing a tire blowout while you’re driving can be a scary and potentially dangerous situation. To be able to respond appropriately, you’ll need to know what to do, because when a tire blows out, it can take just a fraction of a second before your vehicle suddenly becomes a struggle to control. How you react can make all the difference in how the situation resolves itself.
The first step is staying calm and remembering some tips that can help you maintain control of your vehicle. You’ll want to know what a tire blowout sounds Read More
North Bound Lane Closure On Diamond At Canyon Today
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Division crews will close the north bound bike lane on Diamond Drive beginning at the Canyon Road intersection at 8:30 a.m. through noon today, Oct. 20, weather permitting.
Field modifications allow the bike lane to shift over to the right north bound lane. Vehicle traffic will use the left north bound lane. Vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian traffic are urged to slow down and watch for traffic signs and devices to guide them through the construction zone.
The sidewalk will not be closed, but pedestrians are urged to watch for crews and equipment. Read More
Los Alamos County Transportation Board Update On Approval Of FY24 Snow And Ice Removal Plan
By MATT HEAVNER
Transportation Board Chair
On Thursday, Oct. 5, the Los Alamos County Transportation Board met. Daniel Blea, the County Traffic and Streets Manager presented updates to the county snow and ice removal plan. After discussion, the board approved the plan.
The main point of board discussion was support for the excellent work of county staff and the need for communication with county residents about how they can help county staff. One challenge for county staff working on snow removal after a storm is vehicles parked on the street. The board and county staff discussed various ways Read More
Cerrillos/St. Francis RR Crossing Cleaning Detour Details
This map outlines the various detours while the closure is in place. Courtesy/NMDOT
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — Rio Metro Regional Transit and Herzog Transit Services will be cleaning the salt residue from the railroad ballast beneath the crossing panels at the intersection of Cerrillos Road and St. Francis Drive beginning Friday Oct. 20. This work is necessary to prevent the false activations of the crossing equipment at the intersection.
Work will begin conducted through the night. They will start shortly after the last Rail Runner departure at 9 p.m. and work should be completed around 6 a.m. Read More