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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1984
Page
2
A reader laments modern overregulation and fear of everyday products. They argue quality of life matters more than longer lifespans and criticize government dictates, media pressure, and health scare culture for turning citizens into hypochondriacs. They poke fun at elimination of common comforts.
Republican Sandoval County Sheriff candidate Paul A. Caputo announces a platform built on closer cooperation with county state and national law enforcement to improve service. He plans to appoint an undersheriff upgrade education and training implement continuous in service programs and pursue grants and financing for new equipment. Caputo promotes cross training and open community outreach including coffees and meet the candidate sessions.
The Adobe Theater premieres Sea Marks by Gardner McKay directed by Jim Morely a heart warming love story set in England and Ireland The play opened Friday July 13 and runs Fridays Saturdays and Sundays through July 29 Reservations advised at 898 3323.
The Los Ranchos animal control report for June shows a dog and 10 cats taken to the control center. A horse was picked up and returned to its owner. Six warnings issued. Two dogs placed in homes. Seven complaints handled. June 20 a dog bite case. A shepherd cross taken for observation.
Rio Rancho resident Paul R. Sci announces Alert Video a licensed bonded firm videotaping possessions for insurance use. Services include itemized inventories with ID numbers for recovery, optional square footage and room dimensions, and quick claim processing. Offers for weddings births and events with same day service. contact 892-6470.
The Transportation Department's Traffic Safety Bureau released 1983 statistics on DWI convictions and alcohol related crashes. About 20,130 DWI convictions occurred, equating to 21 per 1,000 licensed drivers, with 3.82 severe alcohol involved crashes per 1,000 licensed drivers. Under 21 accounted for 16 percent of convictions. McKinley County posted the highest rates, San Juan second in convictions, and Rio Arriba second in accidents. There were 303 fatal alcohol related crashes causing 350 deaths.
The Rio Rancho Parks and Recreation Department hosts the Wacky Olympics at Haynes Pool this Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 28. Crazy water games and races for all ages include staff contests between Sabana Grande and Haynes. Ribbons and prizes will be awarded, with swimming lesson sessions upcoming and adult lessons potentially offered before summer’s end. Call the Aquatic Office at 892-8252 for details.
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