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U.S. 84/285 Pojoaque Bridge Rehabilitation Northbound Lane Closures & NM 502 Northbound Ramp Closure

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NMDOT News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) continues bridge rehabilitation work on U.S. 84/285 at mile marker 181.00 in Pojoaque near Cities of Gold Casino.

Today through Thursday – U.S. 84/285 northbound lanes at the Pojoaque Bridge will be reduced to one lane. This closure will remain in effect 24 hours a day until Thursday. All U.S. 84/285 northbound lanes will be Re-Opened Thursday.

Today through – N.M. 502 on-ramp to U.S. 84/285 northbound will be CLOSED. Traffic will be detoured to Cities of Gold Rd. to access U.S. 84/285 northbound. N.M. 502 northbound on-ramp Read More

Microseal Project In White Rock Begins Oct. 23

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COUNTY News:

Crews from IPR, Limited will begin a microseal project Monday, Oct. 23 on Rover Boulevard/Meadow Lane Loop between the Grand Canyon Drive/Rover intersection and the Grand Canyon Drive/Meadow Lane intersection.

Crews will be working 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. All work should be completed by Oct. 28, weather permitting.

During the application, one lane will be closed allowing for one-way traffic via a flagging operation. It is expected that the coating will cure enough to cross within 25-30 minutes and can accept full traffic 1-2 hours after the application is completed.

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Letter To The Editor: Support Regional Transit GRT Reauthorization

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By PETE SHEEHEY
Los Alamos County Councilor

The citizens of four counties, including Los Alamos, voted in 2008 to authorize a 1/8 percen Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) increment to support regional mass transit. Although no ending date was voted upon, these counties imposed a Jan. 1, 2024 sunset date.

On this November’s ballot, we are asked to reauthorize the tax by removing the sunset date. I strongly support a yes vote to continue the high value transit services that it provides. For people here who don’t have a car or the ability to drive, good transit service is a lifeline.

All tax expenditures deserve Read More

LAPS Issues Information On Delayed Start, School Cancellation And Early Dismissal Due To Snow

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LAPS Superintendent Dr. Kurt Steinhaus

Greetings from the Superintendent’s Desk:

This message contains information about delayed start, school cancellation, or early dismissal due to snow or ice for the Los Alamos Public Schools.

With today’s winter storm warning, LAPS has tuned-up all snow removal equipment and we have a crew reporting early Monday morning.  

Announcements, usually by 5:30 a.m., will be sent via the media, district web page, LAPS School Messenger, and information lines.

  • Aspen Elementary 663-2277
  • Barranca Mesa Elementary 663-2732
  • Chamisa
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SFNF Hosts Glorieta Rock Art Tour Oct. 20

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SFNF Site Stewards lead an exploration Oct.20 of two unusual horizontal rock art panels on Glorieta Mesa. Courtesy/SFNF
 
SFNF News:
 
SANTA FE ― Join the Santa Fe National Forest Site Stewards to explore two unusual horizontal rock art panels on Glorieta Mesa.
 
The petroglyphs are unique in both design and location. Both panels are easily accessible, but the trip will require carpooling in high-clearance vehicles. Sunscreen, snacks, water and closed-toe shoes are recommended. The Glorieta Rock Tour is free and open to the public.
 
The tour begins at 9:30 a.m.,
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Udall Secures Amtrak Commitment To Halt Plans To Replace Portions Of SW Chief Rail Line With Buses

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U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
 
SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― During a Senate Commerce Committee hearing, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.) secured a commitment from top Amtrak official and Chief Operating Officer Scot Naparstek to stop plans to turn a segment of the Southwest Chief rail line from Dodge City, Kansas to Albuquerque, New Mexico into a bus route during Fiscal Year 2019.
 
Before this public commitment, the Southwest Chief route, which serves several New Mexico communities, faced an uncertain future after Amtrak threatened to withhold millions of dollars in funding necessary
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Roberts: Public Transit Increases Independence, Access To Community

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By DORIS ROBERTS
Executive Director
All Individuals First

As a caretaker for individuals with developmental disabilities and the executive director of All Individuals First, I see firsthand how public transit not only improves the quality of life, but also creates opportunities for empowerment, independence and joy.

Public transit for people with no other means of transportation gives them the same options as everyone—shopping, volunteering, going to the post office, going to work, or taking a fun outing – without relying on someone else to get them there.

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NMDOT: Roadway Safety During Balloon Fiesta

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NMDOT News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE ― A popular New Mexico tradition – the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta – kicks off this weekend, which will mean more motorists on our roads and highways.
 
It’s important that drivers pay extra attention to roadway safety and remember not to park on highways and right-of-ways – specifically the interstates, frontage roads, Paseo del Norte, Alameda and Tramway.
 
“We encourage everyone to enjoy the beautiful scenes of the Balloon Fiesta while being safe on the road,” NMDOT Secretary Tom Church said. “Together we can make sure everyone gets
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Switzerland Exchange Student Lisa Schutt At Rotary

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Lisa Schutt, the Swiss youth exchange student hosted this school year by the Rotary Club of Los Alamos, answered questions following her recent Club presentation. Schutt’s parents and sister are involved in fields of medicine. Schutt is enjoying the local high school’s opportunities to take elective classes, which are not offered during her 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. school day at home. She enjoys skiing, recreational soccer and horseback riding. Rotarians were pleasantly surprised when Schutt shared Swiss chocolate with them. Courtesy photo
 
Rotary Youth Exchange student Lisa
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RTD Columbus Day Holiday Closure Oct. 8

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NCRTD News:
 
The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) has announced that the RTD “Blue Buses”, with the exception of the RTD 255 Mountain Trail route to the Santa Fe National Forest, will not be in service Monday, Oct. 8, in observance of the Columbus Day holiday.
 
The RTD 255 Mountain Trail Route will be operating its normal weekday schedule, providing two roundtrips for the day.
 
Regularly scheduled bus service resumes Tuesday, Oct. 8 throughout north central New Mexico.
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