Fr. Glenn: Captain, My Captain!
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
In an era dominated by instant gratification and endless distractions, ancient wisdom echoed by Johann von Goethe still rings true … maybe now more than ever: “A man who cannot command himself will always be a slave.” This profound truth is echoed in philosophical and religious traditions throughout the world; indeed, the very definition of the word religion is: “a cause, principle, or system of beliefs held to with ardor and faith.” Essential within that phrase “held to with ardor” is constant self-control.
This striving toward self-command, therefore, finds roots in Read More
All Shall Be Well: A Christian Response To Violence
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 Deacon Amy Schmuck
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
Last week, I had the privilege to participate in a retreat for New Mexico clergy given by the New Mexico Conference of Churches (https://www.nmchurches.org/) through “The Journey Project”, which is funded by a generous grant from the Lilly Foundation.
We gathered on the sacred grounds of the Norbertine Community’s Santa Maria de la Vid Abbey outside of Albuquerque. Read More
NMDOT Receives National Award For Excellence On Rte. 66
Courtesy/NMDOT
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) received the 2025 Perpetual Pavement Award from the Asphalt Pavement Alliance, recognizing exceptional long-term performance and preservation of a historic section of New Mexico Route 6, part of the original Route 66 alignment.
The recognized segment is a nine-mile portion of Route 6 west of Los Lunas, originally opened in 1928 as part of Route 66. Remarkably, it has never experienced a structural failure, despite nearly a century of use, extreme temperature swings, difficult soil, and seasonal Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 22, 2025
COUNTY News:
Services such as mail delivery, trash and recycling collection, and emergency services will be maintained for each project. 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 Closures:
EVENT: Homecoming Parade
- Location: Central Ave., Los Alamos
- Date: Sept. 19
- Time: Closure in place from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
- Impact: Central Ave. CLOSURE from 4 th St. to Rose Street:
Fuselier: The Three D’s Part 1
By BOB FUSELIER
Los Alamos
While the discord, distress, and division that I see surrounding us today may be greater than any other time in my life, I know our nation and the world have faced much greater troubles and survived. However, that knowledge alone doesn’t bring much solace since I’m well aware that discord, distress and division can serve as a positive feedback mechanism, causing greater discord, distress, and division if left unchecked. The end result is pain and suffering for all, but more so for those who are marginalized and voiceless.
It’s a natural reaction, when one feels threatened, Read More
Op-Ed By Fr. Theophan Mackey
By Fr. Theophan Mackey
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
I have been hearing the word “martyr” thrown around broadly and cavalierly in recent days, even by some in my church and vocation. This greatly unsettles me, and I have unfollowed a handful of priests whose words I usually find edifying because of it.
The word “martyr” comes from the Greek for “witness.” But more specifically people are currently using it to denote a Christian martyr. This is problematic.
Now, one can be a Christian, and a martyr for a cause other than Christ. One can be a non-Christian and a martyr for a cause. But Read More
An Open Book: Eat Your Veggies!
By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Los Alamos
Those of us in long-term romantic partnerships will probably remember distinctly the moment we introduced our new love to our parents. I was a student away from home and I phoned Mom and Dad, let them know about a girl named Terry, and asked when we could visit them. The conversation went something like this: “Hi, I met this girl named Terry and can she come over for the weekend? Before you ask, she is a nice Jewish girl.” I could feel the excitement growing over the phone, perhaps due to the novelty of their son having a romantic life. “Of course!” my Dad exclaimed. “What Read More
Red Or Green? A New Mexico Love Story
NMCC News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Red or green? It is a question that has been pondered for the past 400+ years. In 1996, it was anointed as New Mexico’s “Official State Question.” In the middle of this answer is ‘New Mexico Certified Chile™.’ The New Mexico Chile Association doesn’t pick favorites, or even hint at taking sides. Knowing that “Love is a Choice,” the organization just wants the question “red or green” to be asked and answered with New Mexico-grown chile varietals.
New Mexico’s love story of “red or green” can be compared to other romances such as William Shakespeare’sRomeo and Juliet or Jane Read More
New Mexico Restaurant Association To Honor Dorothy And Larry Rainosek With Lifetime Achievement Award
NMRA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Restaurant Association (NMRA) Wednesday announced that Dorothy and Larry Rainosek, the visionary founders of Albuquerque’s beloved Frontier Restaurant and Golden Pride establishments, will receive the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Hospitality Industry Awards ceremony Sept. 29, 2025.
The NMRA Lifetime Achievement Award is a prestigious honor that recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exemplary leadership, dedication, and significant contributions to the restaurant and hospitality industry in New Read More
Removal Of Concrete Barrier Wall Along Trinity Drive Near Ashley Pond Park Begins Thursday
Concrete Barrier Wall. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County street crews will begin removing concrete barrier walls along Trinity Drive behind the sidewalk between 20th Street and Oppenheimer Drive, near Ashley Pond.
Crews will conduct the removal work, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, Thursday, Sept. 18, through Tuesday, Sept. 23.
The project starts in the parking lot facing Trinity Drive at Ashley Pond Park, with a section of the parking lot closed.
From 6-11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, crews will begin setting up traffic control on Trinity Drive, where they will shift westbound traffic to the left Read More
Take A Detour With Fred Harvey Travel History At Friends Of History Lecture Oct. 1
NMHM News:
Join Kathleen Dull, Librarian and Archivist at the New Mexico History Museum’s Fray Angelico Chavez History Library, for an ONLINE presentation, “Detourists’ Delight: Roughing it De Luxe,” as part of the Friends of History monthly lecture series 12–1 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 1.
This month’s Friends of History First Wednesday Lecture Series features an engaging presentation in anticipation of the Fred Harvey History Weekend in November. Librarian and archivist Kathleen Dull will take people on “the world’s most distinctive motor cruise service”—the Fred Harvey Indian Read More
Bethlehem Presents ‘All Creation Celebrates’ Sept. 20
DeVolder: Driver Threats To Pedestrians
By Mark DeVolder
Los Alamos
Re: Driver Threats to Pedestrians
Recently, my wife and I were walking west on the north side of Central in Los Alamos. Traffic in both directions was heavy. I noticed that a compact car was trying to make a left-hand turn near Fuller Lodge. The car had been there for some time, and there were about 5 or 6 cars backed up behind the car.
As I stepped off the sidewalk into the street, the car suddenly came driving directly toward my wife and me. Fortunately, the car stopped in time and we did not get clobbered. The car zoomed off and parked on the west side of Fuller Lodge. Before Read More
McQuiston: Why Investing In Quality Tires Is The Best Safety Decision You’ll Ever Make
By ALLEN McQuiston
The Jemez Agency
https://www.thejemezagency.com/
When people think about car safety, airbags and seat belts usually come to mind first. But the truth is, the only part of your vehicle that actually touches the road is your tires. Every turn, every stop, every rainy night—you’re depending on just a few square inches of rubber to keep you in control.
That’s why choosing quality tires isn’t just about comfort or performance—it’s one of the smartest safety investments you can make.
Your Tires Do More Than You Realize
Good tires aren’t just round pieces of rubber.
They’re engineered Read More
Posts From The Road: Pikes Peak Cog Railway
View From Peak: Visitors can enjoy views in every direction from the summit of Pike Peak. This view from a deck at the peak shows the mountains and scenery looking toward the northwest. The steel plaque encased in stone at the lower right portion of the photo honors a notable soldier and pioneer explorer who first saw Pike Peak when exploring the west in 1806. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
City View: A visitor views the city of Colorado Springs from a viewpoint near the tracks where the Pikes Peak Cog Railway comes to a stop. The elevation at the summit is 14,115, which is about 7,800 feet higher Read More
Fr. Glenn: Death Of A Salesman
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Well … a sad week. As has been said many times over the last few days, it’s tragic when someone who exercises calm, rational free speech is murdered simply because his beliefs differ from some others. Christians, of course, are historically well acquainted with persecution: from the beginnings even to the present day. And, no, in many nations (like ours, gracias a Dios) we don’t generally have to be overly concerned about being killed for Christian faith, but other types of persecution exist. It’s now known that in the previous administration, ardent Christians were scrutinized Read More
NM MainStreet To Travelers: Get Your Kicks On Route 66
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE — From Tucumcari to Gallup, 10 New Mexico MainStreet districts along the iconic Route 66 highway welcome visitors to rediscover their small businesses, evocative places, and family-friendly events during the 2026 Centennial celebration.
MainStreet’s community economic development leaders anticipate a significant boost in tourism next year as they’ve planned memorable events, invested in public art installations, organized community clean-ups, and more to welcome travel enthusiasts and cultural explorers to their vibrant districts.
“New Mexico’s stretch Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 15, 2025
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
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 Read More
Daily Postcard: Saint Fiacre Watches Over Local Garden
Saint Fiacre watches over a garden of chives, garlic and alyssum on Friday in White Rock. St. Fiacre (c. AD 600-670), the priest, abbot, hermit, and gardener, was known for his sanctity and gift for curing infirmities. He emigrated from his native Ireland to France, where he constructed for himself a hermitage together with a vegetable and herb garden, oratory, and hospice for travelers. He is the patron saint of gardeners, herbalists and various infirmities. Photo by Shari Mills Read More
Bridge Repair Project In Española To Begin Monday
NMDOT News:
- The project is expected to cost $149,282
ESPAÑOLA – A bridge repair project will begin Monday, Sept. 15 on N.M. 68 in Española.
The project entails the patching and injection of epoxy into delaminated areas of the bridge decks and then repair of joint seals between the sections of the bridge decks. Finally, there will be an application of an overlay to protect the bridge decks from the elements. This should extend the life of the bridges by many years.
Starting Monday, Sept. 15, traffic can expect lane closures beginning at milepost 0 to milepost 1. There will be a flagging operation in Read More