Lifestyles
Four Things To Focus On While Spring Cleaning This Year
Zero Waste Tip: Minimalism does not have to mean owning only 50 items, it means that everything you own brings meaning to your life. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Spring has sprung once again, which means it is time for spring cleaning. This is a great time to start doing small things in your home to become zero waste, which means not creating waste in our homes.
When cleaning out your homes, garages, sheds or yards, keep in mind the following to start and keep your home zero waste:
Minimalism:
Living intentionally is the ultimate goal of minimalism. Every item you own, whether it is clothes, kitchenware, Read More
Luján On USDA Extending Free School Lunches To 2022
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. SENATE News:
NAMBE — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Agriculture extending free school lunches for students through the 2021-2022 school year, including during summer months:
“Healthy meals help students thrive and find success in the classroom, and free school lunches have been a lifeline for New Mexico students throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s welcome news that Biden-Harris administration is supporting our students and families Read More
Posts From The Road: Brazos Bend State Park In Texas
White Ibis: A white ibis wades through the shallow waters in the marsh lands at Brazos Bend State Park near Houston, Texas. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Great Blue Heron: A great blue heron holds a worm with its beak which was captured in the marsh lands at Brazos Bend. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
American Alligator: An American alligator snoozes in the sunshine on the shore of a lake at Brazos Bend State Park. There is a large population of alligators that call the park home. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos
Brazos Bend Read More
National Work Zone Awareness Week Takes Place April 26-30
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is held each spring to raise awareness as roadway work gets into full swing.
The goal is to remind everyone to pay attention as they approach and drive through work zones so both motorists and roadway workers remain safe.
“We are all responsible for work zone safety,” Transportation Secretary Mike Sandoval said. “It is critical for motorists to responsibly navigate through work zones. Everyone should arrive home safely, including the men and women working to improve our roadways.”
Drivers are urged to take note of reduced speed Read More
Fr. Glenn: Shepherding All
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
While reviewing the “Good Shepherd” discourse of Jesus in John 10 the other day, I found myself hearkening back to yesteryear growing up on our little family ranch. Many a frozen morning Dad sent my brothers and I (grumble, grumble) to chop ice off of water troughs, toss bales of hay and take the count … to seek the lost lest they be in distress. Yet, especially in winter, every mooing face pleads in anxious anticipation, and their unspoken but evident joy of being fed is all the thanks you need. It is little wonder that so many dedicate themselves to helping desperately poor peoples Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of April 26, 2021
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Canyon Rim Trail Underpass
AUI, Inc. of Albuquerque will continue work to construct the Canyon Rim Trail Underpass.
Due to the amount of construction activity that includes trenching, excavation and utility relocation near the trailhead, the trailhead parking lot and a 100 ft. section of the trail near the trailhead will be closed for safety. During this week’s construction, crews will be working along the westbound and eastbound shoulders of NM 502 to clear and remove vegetation, but no vehicular travel lanes will be impacted at this time. Read More
Best Of New Mexico Cuisine In Food & Travel Guide
UNMP News:
ALBUQUERQUE — In New Mexico Food Trails: A Road Tripper’s Guide to Hot Chile, Cold Brews, and Classic Dishes from the Land of Enchantment, Carolyn Graham leads readers on a journey across New Mexico to sample the state’s best breakfast burritos, diners, green chile cheeseburgers, red and green chile, margaritas, craft beer, wine, and desserts.
Graham provides a brief history of New Mexico’s unique cuisine and then dives into restaurant profiles, suggesting what to order, when to visit, and what savvy foodies can expect at each location.
Also featuring lists of the top 25 dishes worth Read More
Scenes From 2021 Annual Dog Jog In White Rock Today
Some 30 runners, 80 walkers and about 100 dogs participate this morning in the 2021 Annual Dog Jog at Rover Park in White Rock. Pet Pangaea donated toys to all the dogs that finished. Prizes also were given to the walkers and runners at the end of the race. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com
Happy Husky flies off start line at this morning’s Dog Jog event. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com
Family prepares to participate this morning in the annual Dog Jog. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com
Two and four-legged participants this morning on the Dog Jog trail. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.comAtomic City Transit Opens Temporary Bus Stops On Trinity
COUNTY News:
Effective immediately Atomic City Transit is providing two temporary stops on Trinity Drive near East Road (cross-street Sombrillo Court) on the north and south sides of the street.
Once construction is complete, permanent stops will be installed.
For additional information, call the ATC office at 505.661.RIDE (7433). For specific route service schedules, visit the ATC website. Read More