Telephones and technology shape our daily reality
A reflective piece on rapid phone tech from answering machines to Call Waiting Caller ID and mobile car phones. It contrasts past one-line home usage with today’s many numbers and devices, noting excitement yet longing for simplicity.
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Intel taxes in Rio Rancho schools debate fueled by figures
Editorial counters claims that Intel dodges taxes to avoid funding Rio Rancho schools. It notes Intel pays 1994 corporate income taxes of 22.5 million and annual gross receipts taxes, franchise fees, and county rent, while highlighting Intel’s 250 million payroll and regional job impact. The piece urges recognizing Intel’s state contributions and criticizes politics for neglecting Rio Rancho’s educational needs.
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Share Your Care aids Rio Rancho caregivers in growing need
A reader urges awareness of assisted living needs as Rio Rancho ages. Penny Spencer RN highlights Share Your Care adult day facility at 867-9025, noting only one senior center in Big Rancho serving ten independent seniors and calling for expanded resources for families caring for loved ones.
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Observer Action Line readers critique lineup
Readers of The Observer share comments and criticisms via Action Line. Call NEWS-Net at 867-4700 ext 2003 to leave a note. anonymity is allowed and submissions may be edited for space.
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Community voices and school concerns in APS comments
Readers discuss city ignorance, parent involvement at Cibola, staff courtesy at schools, Del Norte choice for freshmen, APS decisions for next year at Cibola, Rio Rancho shuttle service, opposition to the April 22 fundraiser, stressed secretaries handling teachers and students, teenage driver awareness, and the outcome of a union vote. Readers react to opinion surveys and the Wall Street Journal assessment of Rio Rancho.
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