Studio Ghibli Tribute Concert At Unitarian Church Sunday
County Starts Installation Of New EV Charging Infrastructure
COUNTY News:
The County Sustainability Office, in partnership with Public Works, is excited to announce the start of the community’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure expansion project. The first step will see the installation of 12 new EV charging stations, powered by six state-of-the-art Level 2 dual-port networked chargers, at the Municipal Building parking lot, located at 1000 Central Ave., Los Alamos.
Scheduled to begin Oct. 13, 2025, and conclude by Dec. 31, 2025, the project will help accelerate the County’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions Read More
Women’s Bible Study @ Hope Pregnancy Center Oct. 17
NMRA Unveils 2025 Hospitality Industry Awards Winners
NMRA News:
The spotlight was on New Mexico’s culinary community as the New Mexico Restaurant Association unveiled the winners of the 2025 Hospitality Industry Awards. Held Sept. 29 at the Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown, the evening embraced the vibrant energy of Havana Nights—where tropical flair met timeless elegance, and the state’s most outstanding hospitality professionals were honored in style.
Celebrating leadership rooted in purpose, the NMRA proudly names Russell Hernandez of Salud de Mesilla in Mesilla as the 2025 Restaurateur of the Year.
From his start as a high school intern Read More
C’YA Fundraiser ‘Life Is Short, Eat Dessert First’ Saturday
By BERNADETTE LAURTIZEN
Executive Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions
This week divine desserts from local and regional businesses are coming together to support, Life is Short, Eat Dessert First. The Champions of Youth Ambition’s (C’YA) fundraiser will support a variety of programs from mail for military troops and veterans to elementary science education and the Community Asset Awards, which kicks off Nov. 1.
The commUNITY partners for the grab and go event include the following: Pig & Fig, The Blue Window Bistro, The Enchanted Jammery, NM Cookie Corner, Hungry Bear/The Read More
NMDOT Seeks Public Input On NM 554 El Rito Bridge Replacement Project
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is inviting the public to attend an in-person meeting to provide input on the NM 554 El Rito Bridge Replacement Project from 6–7:30 p.m., Thursday Oct. 2, 2025, at El Rito Public Library, 182 Placitas Rd (State Rd 215), El Rito, NM 87530.
The existing bridge is in poor condition and is being replaced to improve safety, maintain access, and meet current engineering standards. During the meeting, NMDOT representatives will review the proposed bridge design, explain any potential traffic and access impacts, and answer Read More
Posts From The Road: Oklahoma City National Memorial
Gates of Time: The two ‘Gates of Time’ are massive walls that sit on the east and west boundaries of the Oklahoma City National Memorial. The structures each provide an entrance into the memorial and lower the outside daily noise of downtown from the memorial. On the interior side of the gates is the time 9:01 on the east gate and 9:03 on the west gate. These are the minutes before and after the massive explosion. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Reflection Pool: A 319-foot-long reflection pool sits in the center of the memorial grounds. One can see reflections of many features of the memorial Read More
Fr. Glenn: Brother, Not Enemy, At The Gate
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
The world is filled with those in need—both material and spiritual. In the Catholic Mass for this Sunday (Sept. 28), the focus is upon the theme of charity, primarily Luke 16 and the parable of the rich man and poor Lazarus.
To recap: The passage contrasts two men—one wealthy, the other destitute and afflicted. The rich man, clothed in fine garments and feasting lavishly, ignores Lazarus, a poor man covered in sores at his gate and longing for scraps. Both men die: Lazarus is comforted “in Abraham’s bosom,” while the rich man is tormented in Hell.
Now, this parable is not primarily Read More
State Police Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico In October 2025
State Police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025. Courtesy/NMSP
NMSP News:
New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025.
We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints Read More
County Pavement Preservation Project Begins Monday On North Community & North Mesa With Road Closures
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Public Works Department has announced that a Pavement Preservation Project will begin on Monday, Sept. 29, on North Mesa and North Community.
The work, which will be performed by Albuquerque Asphalt, includes road closures, lane restrictions, and detours for several streets.
North Community:
- The project area includes 35th Street, 36th Street, 37th Street, and 39th Street, which will be closed with local access only. 38th Street should be used as a detour throughout the duration of the project.
North Mesa Road:
- The project area includes North Mesa Road,
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 29, 2025
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County services such as mail delivery, trash and recycling collection, and emergency services will be maintained for each project detailed below.
Residents and businesses will often experience large equipment and construction noise. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to always use caution and slow down around construction activities and avoid entering work zones outside of designated detour paths.
Road and Utility Work:
North Mesa & North Community Pavement Preservation Project
- Location: 39th, 37th, 36th, North Mesa Road, San Ildefonso Road, Stoneview
The Y Kicks Off Smart Start Program For Teens
The Family YMCA News:
Ready to become stronger, faster, and more injury-resistant? The Family YMCA’s Teen Strength Training class is designed to help athletes (and future athletes!) build powerful muscles, protect joints, and prevent injuries—giving them the edge on the field, court, or track.
Whether seeking to enhance performance or simply get fitter, this program is the perfect way to level up one’s game.
Sign up today and start training smarter, not harder! Read More
Fuselier: Who Is It That We Hate? Part 2
By BOB FUSELIER
Los Alamos
Last week I ended my column with the suggestion that it would be foolish to ignore when science and faith come to a similar conclusion. Below is one such example.
I begin with what might be called a bit of faith, a couple of teachings attributed to Jesus, a historical figure seen by some as a son of God, others as a prophet, and others as a wise teacher who lived a couple of thousand years ago. The two teachings come from what is commonly known as his Sermon on the Mount.
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, love your enemies, Read More
Young Life Los Alamos To Host Annual ‘Fun’draiser Oct. 2
YLLA News:
Young Life Los Alamos (YLLA) is hosting its annual “fun”draiser at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, at Crossroads Bible Church. Dove award-winning artist Brandon Heath will share his music as well as his own Young Life story. It is sure to be an amazing evening.
The community is invited to attend and be blessed by Christ’s story in Brandon’s life, eat some good desserts, hear about the vision of Young Life, and consider taking the opportunity to invest in this ministry during this very fun evening.
Young Life has been in Los Alamos for nearly 50 years, “introducing adolescents to Jesus and helping Read More
Los Alamos HS Students Gather At Flagpole To Pray
Los Alamos High School students gathered to pray around the flagpole before school this morning, Sept. 24, for the annual, nationwide, student-led See You at the Pole event. Students prayed for their school, town, and country, particularly for unification. Courtesy/Courtney Richardson
Another scene of Los Alamos High School students gathered to pray around the flagpole before school this morning, Sept. 24, for the annual, nationwide, student-led See You at the Pole event. Students prayed for their school, town, and country, particularly for unification. Courtesy/Courtney Richardson Read More
New Mexico Chapter Of The Society Of Catholic Scientists To Host Gold Mass, Public Talk, Conference Sept. 26-27
By LUCY FREY
President
NM Chapter Society of Catholic Scientists
The New Mexico Chapter of the Society of Catholic Scientists invites Catholic scientists and all those interested in the relation between science and the Catholic Faith to a Gold Mass, public talk, and conference this weekend.
Friday, Sept. 26
Gold Mass, dinner, and public talk
5:30 p.m. Mass, celebrant Fr. John Daniel, pastor, homilist Deacon Jim O’Hara.
The Mass will be offered for the repose of the soul of Deacon Ray Alcouffe, who was one of the first members of our NM SCS Chapter.
Dinner and public talk immediately following Read More
Final White Rock Evening Farmers Market 4-7 PM Today
Farmers Market News:
Los Alamos MainStreet and Creative District invite the public to stop by the final White Rock Evening Market of the season this evening, Sept. 24.
The market runs 4-7 p.m. at 118 N.M. 4 (across from the White Rock Visitor Center), and features local produce, handmade goods, and food vendors, including Pi-239 Pizza and baked goods.
Spend a pleasant evening outside getting to know the vendors and take home delicious prepared food, fresh fruits and vegetables, nursery plants, and artisanal jewelry.
The Los Alamos Farmers’ Market, held 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Thursdays at Ashley Read More
Be A Better Dad Today—“10 Tools” Conference Oct. 18
Speaker Ambassador Gregory Slayton. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
The Honorable Gregory W. Slayton, best-selling author and father of four, doesn’t beat around the bush: “Being a good dad isn’t only vital for the future of our families and our society . . . it is critical to our own development as men.” Be a Better Dad Today is an inspirational and practical guidebook for every father who wants to become the best dad he can be for his family’s sake and his own. With humor, empathy, common sense, tough talk and engaging stories from his personal experience, Slayton reveals user-friendly, simple-but Read More
Robinson: New Mexico Outshines Colorado In Tourism Attractions But Not Numbers
By SHERRY ROBINSON
All She Wrote
My plan was simple. I was going to meet my brother and his family at a favorite haunt in western Colorado. I’m no longer 50, when I drove great distances without a care, so I figured I’d drive as far as I could, grab a motel room and finish the next day. It was the road trip from hell.
Here it is in a nutshell: Cloudbursts that caused lines of travelers to hunker down on the roadside with their flashers on, mobs of tourists in Colorado, and ordinary motels charging $300 a night – the going rate, and that’s if you could find a room. Add to that road construction in Salida that made Read More
Posts From The Road: Slug Bug Ranch In Amarillo
Slug Bug Ranch: The new Slug Bug Ranch in Amarillo has been open for about a year. The new ranch is owned by the Lee family, who also own the legendary Big Texan Steak House in Amarillo. The new ranch is just a few blocks west of the restaurant. This has proved to be a popular move for visitors. The area has become a ‘taggers paradise’. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Ranch in Conway: The original Slug Bug Ranch was located near I-40 in Conway, Texas. about 40 miles east of Amarillo. While the ranch definitely attracted attention, it was never a popular or well-known stop for travelers. The original Read More