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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 2012
Page
6
An editor’s note presents a family oriented special message from the publication. It signals a departure from standard opinion content and delivers a broad community friendly appeal or guidance for readers and households.
This famous 1897 editorial by Francis P. Church asserts faith in Santa Claus, arguing that belief relies on love generosity and imagination rather than sight. It emphasizes wonder and childhood joy, concluding Santa endures beyond measurable time.
Local resident Richard Funke chides the Rio Rancho City Council for changing animal ordinances and eliminating impact fees to boost revenue. He argues Reagan era policy failed, cites a $1.4 million road bond misstep for sewage, and calls on residents to boycott spending in Albuquerque and Bernalillo while urging action against council members Crum Scott Wilkins and Clayton.
Letters disparage council for abolishing pet sterilization rules while criticizing subsidies to developers and water infrastructure spending. The writer argues free enterprise is harmed by incentives and warns of fiscal cliff risks, urging frugality and responsible budgeting. Kathleene Parker concludes.
Audience arrived for the Dec 16 event around 4 15 pm paid 10 for entry and 20 in total after being told wristbands would be stamped upon return. The venue left the parking lot dark causing trips as attendees questioned why lights were off and programs were not offered at admission.
Feld Entertainment defends Ringling Bros. approach to animal care and training based on reward and repetition. The company notes it maintains the largest herd of Asian elephants in the Western Hemisphere and aims to bring the animals to Albuquerque area this summer to delight families.
The Rio Rancho Observer states it corrects factual errors promptly. Readers may report mistakes by calling the staff box numbers on page 4 or leaving a message at 891-7163 or emailing rcarpenter rrobserver.com for assistance.
The Rio Rancho Observer invites Guest Opinions and Letters to the Editor with word limits of 500 for opinions and 300 for letters. Submissions must include author name, city, and phone number for verification. The editor may edit for clarity and space and may choose not to publish any submission.
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