Rotary club aids anti meth program for Rio Rancho students
Waid says the program shows consequences of drug use with models and soccer players to inspire future generations. Colinas del Norte teachers warn drugs can disguise as candy. Rotary District Gov. Bobby Wallace praises the effort and notes global participation. Donations of 1000 dollars fund supplies for about 1600 fifth graders.
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Colinas del Norte
Rotary District
Bobby Wallace
Rio Rancho Rotary Club
Rio Rancho Club
Rio Rancho
Gary Herron
Earl Waid
Methamphetamine abuse linked to high property crime rates
A 2009 national study found 1.2 million Americans 12 and older abused meth in the prior year. Monitoring the Future 2010 reported up to 1.2 percent of eighth graders, 1.6 percent of tenth graders, and 1 percent of seniors abused meth in the prior year. Meth drives 50 70 percent of property crimes and addicts face a 5 7 year life expectancy post addiction. The drug is Schedule II with limited medical use and comes mostly from illicit labs. The Rio Rancho Rotary Club plans zero percent use among schoolchildren and a program to educate fifth graders on meth dangers.
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The
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration
National Institute On Drug Abuse
Rio Rancho Rotary Club
Official Rio Rancho Dining Guide released for city eateries
The City of Rio Rancho along with the chamber and Rio Rancho Observer released The Official Rio Rancho New Mexico Dining Guide listing all town restaurants with a map and directory. Hard copies and a digital version are available. they aim to boost local cuisine, youth engagement, and city profile.
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Rio Rancho
City of
Swisstack
Phong Nguyen
Joe’s Pasta House
Kassie Guzzardi
Convention and Visitors Bureau
Rioranchonm.org
Santa Ana
Civic Center Circle
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