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Atomic City Transit Temporary Bus Stop & Detour On Nectar

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Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit has been notified that a portion of Nectar Street and Peach Street will be closed due to filming of the Oppenheimer movie. 

This closure will affect the Route 3 inbound trips and bus stop #158 will be temporarily closed. 

A temporary bus stop has been placed just prior to 19th Street. The bus stop closure and detour shall remain in effect during filming.      

Motorists should expect possible route delays due to traffic congestion.  

Direct questions to (505)661-RIDE (7433) or the ACT Tracker to locate a bus route. For the specific route service Read More

Roadwork Closes Sherwood Boulevard Through June

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COUNTY News:

Crews with Star Paving Company have commenced road and drainage improvements on Sherwood Boulevard between Piedra Loop and Aztec Avenue.  

Crews are removing curb and gutter and have begun trenching for installation of a storm drain requiring Sherwood Boulevard to be closed to through traffic from Grand Canyon Drive to Aztec Avenue.  

Sidewalks also may be closed and barricaded intermittently to pedestrians. Traffic devices and detour signs are in place to help motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians navigate around the work zone.  

Vehicular access is limited to those who Read More

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

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

‘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

Parnall Law Firm: 2022 Distracted Driving Scholarship

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PARNALL LAW FIRM News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A leading personal injury law firm in Albuquerque, Parnall Law Firm, has announced the 2022 edition of its annual scholarship essay competition.

The law firm is using its essay competition to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and how it impacts the lives of all parties involved.

As part of its awareness campaign, New Mexico students will have a chance to compete for three scholarships offered by the firm.

Parnall Law Firm, in its announcement, stated that the application runs through June 1, 2022. Interested participants will be required Read More

Posts From The Road: Borrego Springs Sculptures

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Serpent: The Borrego Springs Serpent is the most popular of the metal sculptures in Galleta Meadows. The serpent appears to rise above the ground with the arches portion of the sculpture leading up to the serpent’s head. The largest of the sculptures, the serpent is 350 feet long with the head and body on one side of the road and the remainder of the body and tail across the road. The body arches are about 15-20 feet tall. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Jeep: A Willys Jeep sculpture complete with a driver and a passenger appear to be climbing rocky terrain in Borrego Springs, California. Read More

MRM: ‘Millicent Unplugged’ Virtual Panel Discussion March 3

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The Millicent Rogers Museum continues its 2022 programming March 3 with a discussion in the popular ‘Millicent Unplugged’ online series. Courtesy/MRM

MRM News:

Join Karen Chertok and Sara Frances to welcome three prominent women in the Taos community tourism industry.

This panel conversation will center on the changes they’ve seen and the directions they’re headed as tourism continues to emerge from the pandemic.

Tourism is an integral part of the arts and culture sector and they aim to connect about the challenges faced, new opportunities, and the desire to support well-being Read More

State Transportation Commission Meets March 24

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NMDOT News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District Two is holding a State Transportation Commission (STC) Meeting at 8:30 a.m., Thursday, March 24, in Roswell at the Roswell Convention & Civic Center, 912 N Main Street.

The department holds six STC meetings annually. One held in each of the six department districts with one commissioner appointed by the governor to represent each district. 

The Transportation Commission sets department policy and oversees the use of the State Road Fund. As an oversight group, each of the commissioners bring unique private Read More