The Goose That Laid Golden Eggs Editorial
An editorial retells a fable where a poor man finds wealth as a goose lays golden eggs daily. Neighbors grow envious plan theft to obtain the fortune, kill the goose, and discover no golden eggs inside. The tale ends with a moral on greed and unintended consequences.
Community voice on Intel deal and Rio Rancho school plan
A columnist argues against Bernalillo and Cuba districts blocking an Intel backed $8 billion aid package. They say Rio Rancho loses property tax benefits and lacks a high school, while Intel contributes to statewide education and local scholarships. The piece warns against escalating threats and defends Intel’s broader benefits.
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Bernalillo
Intel
Rio Rancho
Bernalillo Board of Education
County Commission
Cuba
Bemalillo
Police nab Porsche driver in Corrales no-passing zone
Reader recounts a late press conference outing with Corrales Rio Rancho officers where a speedy Porsche driver was pulled over after illegally passing in a no-passing zone. The author notes local frustration with fast driving and recalls the moment with glee and a chuckle. The piece reflects regional traffic sentiment in the Rio Rancho Albuquerque metro area.
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Corrales
Rio Rancho
Meadowlark Lane
Rio Rancho-Albuquerque
Observer Action Line
New York
Drivers chase speed limits and rails at 55 mph debate
A reader recalls Albuquerque driving all day at the speed limit amid abuse and tailgaters. He notes most traffic speeds 10 mph over and argues for keeping or adjusting limits, suggesting scenic roads deserve slower tempos and roadways like Los Ranchos resist bureaucracy. He even wryly proposes Autobahns 25 and 40 with “Speed limit optional” signs.
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Albuquerque
Paseo
Corrales Road
Rio Grande Boulevard
Rio Grande
Los Ranchos
Feds
New Mexico
Readers Letter Critiques Road Plan at Petroglyphs
A reader condemns a proposed Paseo del Norte route near petroglyphs as an unfair comparison to Vatican City and urges respect for local heritage. Another letter praises Rio Rancho officials for daily service, coffee, and civic action, urging community involvement and support for police and fire personnel. A brief note mentions a daughter and a request to see Letters page A-5S.
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Bill Richardson
National Park
Roger Kennedy
St. Peter's
Vatican City
Paseo del Norte
Kennedy
C. Youngblood
Observer Action Line comments edited for space
Readers may call NEWS Net at 867 4700 extension 2003 to leave anonymous comments or criticisms. The Observer records reader remarks on public issues with possible edits for space and clarity.
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Opinion pieces on public service and local issues in Rio Rancho
A collection of letters and opinions critique local government and institutions. Topics include Sandy Padilla as a public servant trainer, a council member's town meetings, Rio Rancho Public Schools custodial staffing, viewingR rated movies in education, a clerks greeting at the post office, Intel bond debates, water billing ownership, school supply costs, annexation of land, and a reader poll on IRB requests and county bonds.
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