Lifestyles

NMDOT Launches New Spring ENDWI Campaign

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NMDOT News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Beginning today, New Mexicans will see a new safe driving campaign created by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and local creative agency RK Venture. 

The messaging will continue the ‘My Story’ campaign targeting ENDWI to coincide with St. Patrick’s Day.

Part one of the ‘My Story’ series ran this winter showing the consequences of drinking and driving during a time when people were gathering to celebrate. Told as a confessional from a distraught driver’s point of view, the driver reflects on his disastrous decisions made behind the wheel.

The Read More

St. Patrick’s Day Pot Of Gold Dinner At Pig + Fig

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RESTAURANT News:

Pig + Fig Cafe will be closed for a large-scale catering event this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and reopen to the community at 4 p.m. Thursday, March 17 for a special St. Patrick’s Day Dinner:

Traditional Irish Corned Beef
Traditional salt-cured and braised corned beef brisket
(gluten free, nut-free, dairy-free)

Braised Cabbage
Shredded green cabbage braised with apple cider, bacon and onions
(gluten free, nut-free, dairy-free)

Roasted Red Potatoes
Olive oil and rosemary roasted red potatoes
(vegan, gluten free, nut-free, dairy-free)

Lucky Brownies
Rich homemade Read More

Posts From The Road: King’s Saddlery In Sheridan, Wyo.

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Kings: King’s Saddlery on Main Street in Sheridan, Wyo. We had no idea what to expect and ended up spending hours perusing this amazing store and Don King Museum. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Rope Stock: Aisles of ropes stocked on hangers at King’s Saddlery. The ropes are made on site of various materials. Some ropes are used in daily ranching and others for the rodeo cowboy. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Saddles: Dozens of new saddles are displayed on saddle racks at King’s Saddlery. Saddles sold by the saddlery vary from ordinary to very detailed trophy saddles. Taxidermy also Read More

Fr. Glenn: Keeping Good Company

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Was discussing a couple of recent local murders with the Walmart cashier. One a recent alleged murder of an aunt by her 15-year-old nephew. Another, a son of a mother. Yikes. One wonders: if not safe with family, wherefore art thou “safety”?

The discussion meandered to speculation about family situations and company kept. One can’t help but think that such coldness toward human life cannot be the fruit of good moral conditions and examples, but rather a hardness toward the good and moral developed over years and maybe decades. If not by family, perhaps by companions or mentors—real Read More

McQuiston: Why Did My Homeowners Insurance Go Up?

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By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Agency
Serving Los Alamos since 1963

You received your annual renewal notice from your home insurer and you’re surprised: Your premiums have gone up.

The truth is, it’s common to see an annual increase in your homeowners insurance premiums, and in many cases, it’s not the result of something you did. In fact, much of it may be totally out of your control.

Has your insurance premium gone up? Here’s what might be behind the increase – and what you can do to help keep your homeowner rates in check.

Reasons Beyond Your Control

Labor and construction material costs have gone up. Read More

Women’s Lenten Retreat Features Popular Author, Speaker Sarah Christmyer At IHM Saturday March 26

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Courtesy/IHM

Sarah Christmyer will be the guest speaker at a Lenten retreat for women hosted by Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 26 in the Parish Hall at 3700 Canyon Road. Courtesy/IHM

IHM News:

Popular Catholic author and speaker Sarah Christmyer will be the guest speaker at an upcoming Lenten retreat for women hosted by Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (IHM) in Los Alamos.

The Saturday, March 26 retreat will begin with 7:30 a.m. Mass in church followed by the program beginning at 9 a.m. and concluding at 3:15 p.m. in Karen McLaughlin (Parish) Hall. Read More

‘Take Out To Help Out’ … Support Local Restaurants!

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––COUNTY News:

Los Alamos—where discoveries are made—is known for its groundbreaking science, rich history, and for being the Gateway to Three National Parks.

In addition to the area’s array of outdoor adventures and offerings for science and history buffs, Los Alamos is home to several acclaimed local dining and drinking establishments offering everything from craft brews to exceptional cocktails, fine dining, delectable sweets, and local twists on classic dishes.

With a theme of “Take Out to Help Out,” Los Alamos and White Rock restaurants are joining together with the Los Alamos Creative Read More