Observer editorial champions Rio Rancho telescope dream
Walt Hiltbruner left two self built telescopes to the Rio Rancho Astronomical Society, inspiring a Community Observatory at Rainbow Park. The city faces a $50,000 fundraising goal to fund building, roof, landscaping, computers and gear, with access for residents and schools. Donations encouraged via rrastro.org.
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Corrales Heights
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Rio Rancho Astronomical Society
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Darin
Rainbow Park
Astronomical Society
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Rio Rancho honors local athletes and volunteers
Thumbs up to Ashlynn Vigil of Rio Rancho High who will seek a national texting crown in New York on Sept 19. Also praising Ralph Piatek for volunteering to educate students about World War II history and recognizing UNM volleyball player Ashley Rhoades alongside other college athletes from Rio Rancho.
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Rio Rancho High
Ashlynn Vigil
New York
Ralph Piatek
UNM
Ashley Rhoades
Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho Aquatic Center heater fails again
A reader asks if there is oversight of the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center management as the pool heater has been out for the second week, affecting arthritis patients who rely on affordable low impact water therapy. they urge the center manager to prioritize repairs. The letter notes September 2 2010 marks 65 years since Japan’s WWII surrender and reflects on WWII ship histories.
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Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
Aquatic Center
Kathrine Edwards
Rio Rancho
History comes alive in high school through storytelling
Ali Littman writes about sitting in Bruce Simmons 12th grade government class at Rio Rancho High School to explore how modern education teaches history. The lesson on the framers of the Constitution uses vivid anecdotes to humanize figures like Madison Hamilton and Burr, helping students picture their daily lives and motives. The piece argues holistic history makes the past tangible and engaging for learners.
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Bruce Simmon
Rio Rancho High School
Simmons
John Jay
James Madison
Alexander Hamilton
George Mason
Benjamin Franklin
Madison
Inshim
You and I
Mr. Simmons
Aaron Burr
Hamilton
Burr
Simmon
Ali Littman
the Observer
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