Rio Rancho Elks dictionary drive boosts language care
An Observer editorial lauds the Rio Rancho Elks Club for distributing dictionaries to third graders at Cielo Azul Elementary. The piece argues against texting era slang and urges community support with donations to the Elks Dictionary Project, inviting calls to the lodge.
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Rio Rancho High teams win and lose on recent matchups
The notes praise Rio Rancho High baseball for mentoring younger students about bullying and salute Cleveland volleyball for ending Rio Rancho High’s 71 game home winning streak on Thursday. The column also criticizes growing use of negative campaigning and attack ads in politics.
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Latitudes truck stop proposal sparks Rio Rancho backlash
A neighbor writes to urge a boycott against Latitudes planned on Westside NM 528, arguing it will ruin a quiet Rio Rancho area and lower property values. The letter contrasts city leadership with prior promises, while also praising community spirit at Cleveland and Rio Rancho High Schools amid local discourse.
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Democrats Hold Strong Grip in New Mexico Legislature
The New Mexico Legislature remains firmly Democratic with no Senate term expirations this year. Democrats lead the House 45-25, while Republicans target several seats to gain a majority. Redistricting and court influence loom large as governors and party control shift expectations.
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