Remembering Sister Genevieve Rykiewicz Lifesaving Pantry Founder
Observer remembers Sister Genevieve Rykiewicz 92, founder of St Felix Pantry in Rio Rancho New Mexico. Her 75 years of consecrated life with the Felician Sisters spanned decades of Cooked meals and free Thanksgiving dinners for the needy.
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the Pantry
Public school ideas meet two firm rejections
The writer recalls past proposals for education reforms such as adding table tennis, flight simulators, and aviation-themed programs. He cites experiences at Albuquerque schools and Air Force Base life, noting repeated district refusals yet continuing interest in hands-on STEM activities and sports as paths to student engagement.
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Albuquerque
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John Gienn
Park Above shines in Rio Rancho thanks to Jeanie Schulte-Ried
In a letter to the Observer, a local admirer details how A Park Above became a safe, inclusive space for children of all abilities. Jeanie Schulte-Riedl, longtime leader of the foundation, drove funding and details, from mosaics to murals, as the park opened.
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Jennie
Rio Rancho
Chance meeting with blues King a night to cherish
The narrator recalls a Memphis Blues Alley club night when B B King appeared unseen in the dark, greeting patrons with a friendly hello. The piece reflects on the club's rough charm, uneven floors, brick walls, and a memorable, imposing silhouette that turned an ordinary evening into a cherished memory.
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Plunking the chicken on spending and bonds debated
The text critiques council spending, debt, and rate increases tied to municipal finance. It cites Fitch ratings, rate projections, and public opposition to bond propositions, arguing that options were not fully presented and debt service may rise despite claimed conservatism. It references reconnect charges and a push toward asset based management.
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Observer Welcomes All Perspectives for Community Dialogue
The Observer invites submissions from all viewpoints to foster rational respectful discussion on the issues and challenges facing the community. The publication emphasizes inclusivity and constructive debate led by staff and readers alike.
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