Lifestyles

Upcoming Lane Closures On I-25 Near St. Francis Drive

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NMDOT News:

SANTE FE — As part of the upgrades on I-25 from NM 14/Cerrillos Road to US 285/El Dorado, lane closures are expected to take place beginning June 25 for guardrail installation.

There will be two closures northbound near the St. Francis exit, and one southbound in the same location. Each closure is expected to last no longer than 46 hours. 

Beginning 9 a.m. on Thursday, June 25, the on-ramp from Old Pecos Trail to northbound I-25 will be closed. It will be reopened by 7 a.m. on Saturday June 27.

Beginning 9 a.m. on Monday, June 29, the on-ramp from St. Francis Drive to northbound I-25 will be Read More

NM 554 El Rito Bridge Replacement Project Public Meeting June 25

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NMDOT News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) invites you to attend the second public meeting regarding the NM 554 El Rito Bridge Replacement Project in El Rito, NM.

The existing bridge is being replaced to improve safety, maintain access, and meet current engineering standards.

Attend the meeting to:

  • Receive key updates on the project and planned bridge improvements
  • Learn more about cultural and natural resource considerations
  • Ask questions and share your input with the project team

Meeting Details:

  • Thursday, June 25, 2026
  • 6–7:30 p.m.
  • Alumni Hall, El Rito Northern
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Posts From The Road: Two Lanes & A Tank Of Fuel

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View From the Pass: Dead Indian Pass is the highest point on the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway in Wyoming. Shown is a view of the road as it twists and turns as it drops in elevation when leaving the pass to the north. The pass is 8,071 feet in elevation and offers spectacular views of the Absaroka Mountains and beyond from the scenic viewpoint. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Coastal Landscape: A view of the coastline, Highway 1, and the iconic Bixby Bridge is seen from a scenic viewpoint about a dozen miles south of Carmel, Calif. and a short distance north of the bridge. The late afternoon sunlight Read More

Fr. Glenn: Who Knows?

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

We finally come to the summer solstice and begin the season. It’s funny to watch some of the videos of European soccer (excuse me; “football”) fans during the World Cup tournaments find out how hot it gets over here across the pond. In any event, we may be in for a hot one. But … who knows?

Well, one who does know is the one who knows all. In the Catholic Mass Gospel today we hear Jesus assure us:“…not one [sparrow] falls to the ground without your Father’s knowledge. Even all the hairs of your head are counted.” (Matthew 10:29-30)

The omniscience of God—that He is all-knowing—is something Read More

All Shall Be Well: For Those Who Celebrate

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Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

By The Rev. Mary Ann Hill
Rector
Trinity on the Hill

I think one of the biggest surprises I’ve had, in my 25 years of ordained ministry, is how many people who don’t realize that there is no such thing as a perfect family. Every family has struggles, and relationships can be especially hard. Some problems are bigger than others, but I’ve rarely encountered an issue that was unique to one family. I don’t betray confidences, but I do tell people that they aren’t alone Read More

Rehabilitation Project On US 64 In Taos To Begin June 23

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NMDOT News:

TAOS — Travelers in the Taos/El Prado area may experience traffic delays as a roadway rehabilitation project on US 64 is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, June 23.

The project will span from milepost 253.1 (Hail Creek Rd.) to milepost 253.7 (Camino de la Placitas) and is expected to take seven working days to complete, weather permitting. This structural pavement treatment involves removing the current asphalt layer and replacing it with new pavement to improve road conditions and extend roadway life.

Construction will take place Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. During Read More

UPDATE: NM 4 Closed Truck Route Has Reopened

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Traffic Alert:

UPDATE: LOS ALAMOS COUNTY NM 4 Road closure has ended. Please drive safely.

Due to a motor vehicle accident on N.M. 4, the Los Alamos Police Department has closed the road between East Jemez Road (Truck Route) and Rover Boulevard.

Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route.

The closure is anticipated to last two hours. A follow-up message will be published when the road has been re-opened.

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Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum: ‘Saved By The Spirits: Did Religion Rescue Paleolithic Humans From Extinction?’ By Dr. Nels Hoffman June 24

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Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:

The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum 2026 Summer Series Presents ‘Saved by the Spirits: Did religion rescue paleolithic humans from extinction?’ by Dr. Nels Hoffman at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church (TOTH) at 3900 Trinity Drive. A light meal will be served at 6 p.m.and the forum will be recorded and streamed here.

All hominin species, except for one, have gone extinct. Even a successful species like Homo erectus, who persisted on Planet Earth for more than one and a half million years, is no longer around. Genomic Read More

NMDOT On Rio Grande Gorge Rest Area Improvements

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NMDOT News:

TAOS — The Rio Grande Gorge Rest Area will be closed on June 17 and June 18 to finish the parking lot preservation work.

The contractor will be striping the parking lot that was recently fog sealed.

The contractor is American Road Maintenance Inc.

The New Mexico Department of Transportation is committed to the safety of the traveling public and appreciates your cooperation during this work.

For the latest road information visit: The New Mexico Department of Transportation at www.nmroads.com or call 511. Read More

Help NMDOT Name Advanced U-turns Opening On I-25

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NMDOT News:

SANTA FE — We need your help coming up with a name for a New Mexico roadway feature, the Advanced U-turn.

As part of the ongoing improvements along the I-25 corridor at Comanche Road and Montgomery Boulevard, new Advanced U-Turns (AUTs) are being added to help improve traffic flow and reduce congestion at the interchanges.

These U-turns allow drivers to safely make a U-turn before reaching the main intersection, helping reduce delays, improve signal efficiency, and keep traffic moving more smoothly through the corridor.

The Advanced U-Turns will be located at both the Comanche Read More