Unser Boulevard completion eases Rio Rancho commutes
Our View notes the final link of Unser Boulevard from Paradise to Paseo del Norte is finished, creating a 38 mile north south arterial from US 550 to Dennis Chavez Boulevard. The $2.5 million two lane section, funded by a tax transfer and developer fees, improves traffic flow and safety for thousands of daily commuters. Mayor Berry praises taxpayer cooperation while former Sen. Carrara calls the project significant for Albuquerque’s West Side and Rio Rancho. The editorial urges vigilance from motorists to enjoy the new convenience.
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Rio Rancho
US 550
I-40
Paradise Boulevard
Albuquerque
Paradise
Paseo del Norte
Dennis Chavez
Richard Berry
Joseph Carrara
Firefighters shave heads to aid children with cancer
Heroes and goats celebrate local volunteers as firefighters shaved their heads last weekend to raise funds for children battling cancer. Rio Rancho hosts Love Your Park with volunteers planting trees while Eagle Ridge Middle School faced four separate fights in one day, drawing concern.
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Rio Rancho
Eagle Ridge Middle School
Who Are We the TEA Party An American View from Rio Rancho
Debbie Hernandez of Rio Rancho states the TEA Party is not a party but a group of Americans seeking freedom through governance by the Constitution. She praises Chuck Wilkins, notes Rio Rancho voters ousted a ruler by a 3 to 1 margin, and argues opponents of freedom dislike the movement.
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Boston
Chuck Wilkins
Is New Mexico the most corrupt state
A discussion on New Mexico’s corruption standing references rankings by national groups. It notes varying results, with states like Illinois and New Jersey often cited but not always at the top. The piece explains different study scopes, including state laws and mechanisms for transparency.
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New Mexico
Santa FE
Illinois
New Jersey
Louisiana
Center For Public Integrity
Rio Rancho prepares budget with resident input amid past cuts
City Manager James Jimenez explains the upcoming Rio Rancho budget process covering July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013. The plan follows belt-tightening during the recession with vacant positions unfilled, pay cuts via furloughs, and no raises while maintaining public pools, Meadowlark Senior Center services, libraries programs, and after school camps. Community feedback is urged as the city seeks a sustainable spending balance.
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James Jimenez
Rio Rancho
America
Meadowlark Senior Center
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Guidelines for Rio Rancho Observer submissions
This notice outlines submission rules for Guest Opinions and Letters to the Editor at the Rio Rancho Observer. It specifies word limits, required author details, editorial rights, publication forms, and contact methods including email, mail, fax, and editor contact information for verification and inquiries.
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Suite D
Rio Rancho NM
Brad Buck
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