City's tribute to responders after Rio Rancho officer's death
City leaders praise residents for unity and compassion shown after the death of Police Officer Gregg Benner. Citizens attended vigils, donated, and lined funeral routes while officials plan a lasting memorial and coordinate donations via the Rio Rancho Community Foundation.
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Fathers Shape Our Lives Across Generations
A personal reminiscence on fathers impact from school to work life. It highlights Amadeo Garcia and his daughter Pamela volunteering at St. Felix Pantry, pairing family bonds with service as Pamela, who has a developmental disability, finds purpose in sorting and arranging donated clothing for clients.
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Youth Fire and Police Camps Benefit Community Ties
Rio Rancho Fire Rescue and Police host annual youth camps giving kids exposure to firefighting EMS and policing. Campers ask questions observe and learn while Careflight crew and firefighters share skills. The experience may foster future careers and strengthen community safety relationships for years to come.
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Relay for Life of Rio Rancho 2015 Set for July 24 25
The American Cancer Society Relay for Life returns to Rio Rancho High School track July 24 25 with opening ceremonies at 7 p m the survivors lap at 7 30 p m and continuous laps until 7 a m. A fundraising dinner is planned July 10 at Delish restaurant in Albuquerque and a rookie participant 16 year old Macon Holderman battles osteosarcoma inspiring support.
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The Rio Rancho Observer invites Guest Opinions and Letters to the Editor. Submissions must include author name city and phone number. Opinions up to 500 words and letters up to 300 words. Submissions may be edited for clarity AP style and space.
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Tax by any other name in Rio Rancho moratorium debate
Ray A Collins argues the impact fee moratorium is an invisible tax on Rio Rancho residents, urging clarity on whether it is a tax and proposing a March city election to decide the issue along with the DWI ordinance. He notes potential lawsuits and favors including the moratorium issue on the upcoming ballot.
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