Congratulations to Rio Rancho graduates 2016
The Observer extends warm congratulations to the 2016 graduates of Rio Rancho High Cleveland High Independence High Cyber Academy and The ASK Academy. They deserve best wishes as they pursue college work, the workforce or military service, with a reminder to vote, stay engaged, help others, and honor those who supported them.
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Independence High
Cyber Academy
ASK Academy
Rio Rancho
Letter to the Observer attacks Wilkins on mayor travel pay
Rio Rancho letter writer accuses Renee Wilkins of false claims to aid Chuck Wilkins' 2018 mayoral bid. The piece asserts travel reimbursements are not pay, cites a $2.135 million DC visit value, notes budget reductions elsewhere, defends meeting facilitation as a standard practice, and questions Observer reliability.
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Rio Rancho Tea Party
Renee
Chuck
City of
Rio Rancho
D.C
Hull
IRPA
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Unsigned Submissions Question Guest Opinions Policy
Readers submit opinions without names or contact details and may remain anonymous. The policy covers both 5 to submissions and general guest opinions, outlining that anonymous entries could be limited or moderated to protect privacy and enforce submission guidelines.
Voice and Liberty in a Time of Bank Rules and Politics
A reader laments over sharing cash and ID at a Rio Rancho bank to support a relative, fears privacy loss and government overreach, and links to a looming primary. The note references Benjamin Franklin, CIA privacy concerns, and Michael Swickard’s views on America’s tribal politics with a critique of the two major parties and the LITOs as a rising force.
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Rio Rancho
America
CIA
North Nine dispute fuels land sale demand at Club Rio Rancho
Browne owner of Club Rio Rancho threatens to close the 1, 27-hole course if the North Nine holes are not sold for residential use. He bought the distressed golf facility for 850000 amid long standing zoning and park space protections, backed by a nearly 2.5 million mortgage. NNNA counters with blame avoidance and questions Browne’s research into zoning and city plans.
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Browne
Club Rio Rancho
North Nine Neighborhood Association
NNNA
Southwest Capital Bank
To Class of 2016 Keep on Learning
A speaker recalls his long career and reflects on lifelong learning as the Class of 2016 prepares to graduate. He notes his own journey from kindergarten to PhD and critiques the idea that leadership means only future action rather than ongoing education.
May Observances and Holidays Honor Service and Mothers
A Wall of Honor in May honors the pantry founder and marks days like National Day of Prayer and Memorial Day. Cinco de Mayo clarifies its meaning, while Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day honor military service. The author celebrates Mother's Day, praising mothers for care and sacrifice to families.
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Pantry
Mexico
United States
Public officials in Sandoval County face scrutiny and delays
Citizens demand transparency on several embarrassing cases involving elected officials in Sandoval County and Rio Rancho. The report highlights domestic violence allegations against Sandoval County District Commissioner James Dominguez and notes delays in judicial proceedings, with broader concerns about accountability and timely outcomes in public office matters.
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Rancho
Sandoval County
Rio Rancho
James Dominguez
Mr. Dominguez
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The Observer publishes guest columns and letters as submitted without fact checking or corrections. They reflect the authorial belief or opinion and do not imply staff or Observer endorsement. Submissions from all perspectives are welcome to foster respectful community dialogue.
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