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Father Theophan: Nuance

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‘Something as simple as a coffee mug has so many elements that need attention.’ Created by Fr. Theophan

By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos

It really is the little things that make all the difference. Something as simple as a coffee mug has so many elements that need attention.

How big should it be; how much should it hold? Shape, lip, thickness, and weight? Handle or no? If handle, then is it rolled, molded, pulled, or carved? And all the questions of shape and harmony with the body of the mug arise. The iterations are nigh unto endless.

The wrong diameter, rough lip, or

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Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 14, 2020

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COUNTY News:

The Public Works/Traffic Division provides the latest updates on the following projects:

Barranca Mesa 3 Subdivision Improvements Project

TLC Plumbing and Utility continues construction activities. Crews will continue placing asphalt on Turquoise, Kachina, Encino, and Obsidian all week. Crews also will continue replacing concrete on Camino Encantado and if possible will begin removing asphalt on Camino Encantado.

Diamond Drive near the Golf Course

Construction activities continue near the golf course that may result in lane closures.

Lane Closure on Sherwood Boulevard Read More

Fr. Glenn: That Most Difficult Of Virtues

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By Fr. Glenn Jones

Have you ever wondered why the 10 Commandments had to be … well, commandments? After all, even if the atheist omits the first ones concerning God, the others common-sensically speak to honor and integrity, not to mention facilitating a peaceful society. And yet … selfishness gains the upper hand and we loose the reins of the passions, the Commandments become just “good advice” … not really binding, but lovely ideas. Well … good luck with that; even the secular world condemns those who transgress the last seven.

And yet … there is one commandment of Jesus not called Read More

Posts From The Road: Fish Creek Falls

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Fish Creek Falls: This view of the 280 foot Fish Creek Falls in Colorado is one of several viewpoints across the canyon. Water from several mountain lakes in the Rabbit Ears Range flow into Fish Creek. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

 

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos

When visiting Steamboat Springs, Colo., it is easy to be drawn to the many downtown activities, shops, and restaurants. In the winter, life centers around skiing and snow boarding in this mountain town.

However, Steamboat Springs  is also known for its natural beauty. There are miles of trails for hiking

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Northern Pueblos RTPO Is Seeking Public Input On Transportation Issues, Opportunities In Los Alamos County

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COUNTY News:

The Northern Pueblos Regional Transportation Planning Organization (NPRTPO) is seeking, through an online survey, public input on transportation issues and opportunities in Los Alamos County, Rio Ariba County, Santa Fe County and Taos County to help guide development of its long-range Regional Transportation Plan update.

Access the short survey here: https://forms.gle/eTUDigk3uqUJrypW9.

The NPRTPO is the designated regional transportation planning agency for the four-county area of Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos counties. Its membership consists of elected Read More

Police Conducting Traffic Enforcement, DWI Checkpoints

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LAPD is conducting random DWI checkpoints throughout the county. Courtesy photo

LAPD News:

Continuing through the end of December, the Los Alamos Police Department will be conducting traffic enforcement, focusing on accident related violations.

There also will be random DWI checkpoints throughout the county during this time frame.

The public can help reduce the risk of vehicle crashes by adhering to posted speed limit signs, allowing enough room between them and the vehicle they are following and driving with caution when roadways are wet.

Officers also will be on the lookout for Read More

Shop On The Corner Welcomes Customers Wednesday

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Masked shoppers look for bargains Wednesday at Shop on the Corner at TOTH. Courtesy/TOTH

TOTH News:

Shop on the Corner, the thrift store at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, had a “soft opening” Wednesday and welcomed six shoppers at a time into the store. The United Church thrift store also opened its doors.

There was no publicity prior to these openings as this was a test run for how to reopen after a hiatus due to the pandemic.

The Shop will be open again 8:30 a.m. to noon on the fourth Wednesday of the month (Sept. 23) and again the second and fourth Wednesdays in October, after which Read More