Lifestyles

Los Alamos Resident Dan Valdez Celebrates 98th Birthday

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Jessie and Dan Valdez speak about the life they’ve shared for more than seven decades during an interview Wednesday afternoon at their White Rock home. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Longtime Los Alamos resident Dan Valdez turned 98 years old on May 2nd. He shared details of his life during an interview Wednesday with the Los Alamos Daily Post.

Valdez was born in Antonito, Colo., and moved to Los Alamos in 1946. His aunt told him his uncle just went to work at the Laboratory here and they were hiring more employees.

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Posts From The Road: Scenic Byway 24 In Utah

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Color and Design: The various red colors from rose to orange to red with layers of yellow mixed in create a beautiful design on this rock cliff near the entrance to Capitol Reef National Park. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Fremont River: The Fremont River travels along Scenic Byway 24 and adds opportunity for trees and other vegetation to grow in the canyon near Capitol Reef National Park. The beautiful red rocks can be seen for miles as you travel the route. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos

We have spent about three weeks “roaming” Read More

Fr. Glenn: Risky Bets And Consequences

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Well, the fires are still raging through New Mexico and California, to utter ruination and scouring of much of the land and property. One is reminded of scripture: “How great a forest is set ablaze by a small fire!” (James 3:5) With nature’s resilience the land will recover in time, of course, but few of us will likely live long enough to see it back in its recent beauty and glory. Nonetheless, the ravaging of livelihoods, hearths and homes will leave scars for generations.

So, what has caused these recent tragedies which have affected the lives of so many so drastically? Cigarettes Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of May 16, 2022

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COUNTY News:

Public Works Projects: 

The projects listed in this section are being managed by County Public Works staff through contractors.

For more information, please e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at www.losalamosnm.us.

Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.

Sherwood Blvd and Aztec Ave

Residents on Sherwood Blvd will be required to enter and exit Sherwood via Grand Canyon Read More

On The Job In Los Alamos: At Papa Murphy’s

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On the job in Los Alamos is Jeremy Sneed, Lee Hollon and Carrie Garcia Wednesday at Papa Murphy’s as they prepare to open with a variety of pizzas and side for lunch or dinner. Papa Murphy’s is at 3801 Arkansas Ave. Suite B. For information, click here or call 505.661.7171. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More

Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary Of LA Rummage Sale June 4

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Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary News:

The Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary of Los Alamos is hosting a cash only rummage sale 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4 at 306 Potrillo Dr., Pajarito Acres in White Rock.

No early birds please.

All proceeds go to assist local families in need.

Buyers are asked to adhere to COVID-19 precautions such as mask wearing and social distancing if needed.

Rummage Sale

  • Date: June 4, 2022
  • Time: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Location: 306 Potrillo Dr.
  • Adhere to COVID-19 precautions
  • Cash Only
  • All proceeds go to assist local families in need
  • Sponsor: The Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary of Los Alamos.
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