I Want a Truck Then I Want a Jeep in Three Years
A Rio Rancho reader recounts eyeing a white Isuzu Trooper on a local lot and weighing a trade from a 1987 Mazda to a future SUV. He clashes with his wife over timing, checks the book value and a used car guide, and ends up resisting the purchase while planning a Jeep later.
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Rio Rancho
Wilds
New Mexican
Mazda
Plive
Hands off the net? Editorial challenges that claim
The piece argues Internet and computer firms lobby for favorable laws under a hands off banner. It cites a 1996 CRP figure of 7.3 million in campaign contributions, notes Congress weighs gambling, trademark, and copyright rules, and asserts some regulation is necessary. It warns against cries of doom and urges reasonable, public good protections.
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Center of Responsive Politics
Washington, D.C
America
Clinton Faces Scrutiny Over Executive Privilege Claims
The piece argues President Clinton’s asserted executive privilege damages public trust as aides defy grand jury questions about Monica Lewinsky. It notes privilege limits, Starr inquiry scope, and contends the president should foster frank advising without forcing staff to testify against political opponents.
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Moniya Lewinsky
Supreme Court
Ken Starr
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Rio Rancho needs more retail to boost gross receipts tax
A reader urges the city to attract more retail, furniture, appliances, clothing and major stores to increase tax base. They oppose more downtown development and fast food outlets, asking where new upscale options and shopping will come from and suggesting growth to the north or west.
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Rio Rancho
Rio
NM 528
Southern Boulevard
Growth Watch Across Corrales Corridor and Enchanted Hills
North of Corrales Road River's Edge neighborhoods totaling about 2,000 homes plus hundreds more near NM 528, with Enchanted Hills and Placitas expanding. Price's Dairy will give way to a new development. A future soccer complex venue and a busy casino area draw visitors. NM 528 SR 44 traffic will rise when 44 widens, with I-25 two miles away.
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Placitas
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Reader Feedback on Rio Rancho Survey and Local Issues
The Observer Action Line features reader comments on Sandoval County matters including courthouse renovations and moving the county seat to Rio Rancho. Other notes question meeting adjournment times and police presence after a recent accident. Calls and emails invite further public input on the Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful program and Keep America activities.
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