Lifestyles

Posts From The Road: Bryce On The Fly

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The Amphitheater: Bryce Canyon National Park features geological formations known as ‘hoodoos’. The heart of the park is the huge amphitheater, which features thousands of colorful hoodoos. The park features a 19-mile scenic drive that leads visitors to 13 viewpoints along the way. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Hikers: Hikers make their way up through the hoodoos to the rim trail at the upper rim of the amphitheater. The depth of the amphitheater can be over 600 feet from the rim, depending on which trail the hiker is on. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
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Fr. Glenn: Sins Of Omission

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

There are likely few of us who have not passed over opportunities—sometimes pressing—to help others. That is our fault of selfishness—putting wants ahead of the needs of others, whether that personal desire be of money, time, convenience, etc. The French philosopher Voltaire’s provocative statement, “Every man is guilty of all the good he did not do,” tends to subtly chastise us on such occasions, and conscience challenges us to reflect on the moral weight of inaction, a principle that resonates deeply within biblical teachings, historical examples, and plain ol’ human Read More

All Shall Be Well: The Faith Around the Corner

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

By Pastor Lynn Finnegan
Associate Priest
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Faith
Santa Fe

“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” (Heb. 11:1)

This verse from the biblical book of Hebrews in the New Testament sure does sound good. It has all the right, strong words: faith, assurance, hope, conviction. But what do we do on those days/weeks/months when we can’t muster up faith, have only the assurance Read More

Scenes From Recent Trip Passing Through Vancouver

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View passing by Vancouver taken from the deck of a cruise ship during a recent trip heading to Alaska. Photo by Liddie Martinez

Another view of Vancouver taken from the deck of a cruise ship. Photo by Liddie Martinez

A scene viewed during a recent trip through Vancouver. Photo by Liddie Martinez

A scene viewed during a recent trip through Vancouver. Photo by Liddie Martinez

Wood-carved totem poles viewed during a recent trip through Vancouver. Photo by Liddie Martinez

More wood-carved totem poles viewed during a recent trip through Vancouver. Photo by Liddie Martinez Read More

Los Alamos Public Schools Transportation Department Reminds Drivers To Obey School Bus Safety Rules!

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LAPS News:

Monday, Aug. 11, is the first day of school for Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) for the 2025-2026 school year.

School buses will be sharing the road with drivers commuting to work, as well as parents dropping off students at school and high school students driving themselves to school.

Once again, the LAPS Transportation Department would like to remind drivers in Los Alamos and White Rock to exercise caution when it comes to school buses, bus stops and the students who ride those buses, as well as inform the community about the law regarding school buses.

“The safety of our students on Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 11

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the County Projects page at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.

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

Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates

Construction crews with TLC Plumbing & Utility continue the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Read More

Los Alamos Police Share Back To School Safety Reminders

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LAPD News:

With the start of the new school year on the horizon, the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is reminding all citizens to stay alert and prioritize safety throughout the community.

Los Alamos Public Schools will be back in session on Monday, Aug. 11, with the exception of Chamisa Elementary School, which will reopen to students on Wednesday, Aug. 13.

As students return to school, drivers are urged to slow down, avoid distractions and be cautious near schools, crosswalks, and bus stops.

All school zone warning lights will be in effect during morning drop-offs and afternoon pick-ups. Read More

Best Of Liddie’s Recipes: Gazpacho

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Gazpacho. Photo by Liddie Martinez

By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley

At the height of summer, my childhood days were spent playing stickball with the neighborhood kids, wandering along the riverbanks looking for lizards or rabbits or wildflowers, roaming the acequia with my sister searching for wild asparagus and harvesting veggies with my grandma in her garden.

Tomatoes, cucumbers and bell peppers were brought in by the bucketsful and, for us, that meant fresh Gazpacho was readily available.

My mom used to make it by the gallon and leave it chilling in the refrigerator for us to serve ourselves Read More

TCEDC To Host Local Food Fiesta Celebration Aug. 9

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TCEDC News:

Join Taos County Economic Development Corporation (TCEDC) for a free, family-friendly celebration of our local food community at the Local Food Fiesta!

Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, local vendors, and even a visit from sheep and a donkey from Pallet Farms from 12–3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. A complimentary BBQ lunch made with locally sourced ingredients will be served at 1 p.m., featuring brisket, pork, chicken, baked beans, calabacitas, and more.

We’ll also honor the first graduates of TCEDC’s Regenerative Ranching Mentorship Program, who will present their final Read More