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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1999
Page
2
Our Observer computers caught a virus named poppy that appears after exiting Word documents. The prank caused fear and accusations among staff about who sent a insulting message. It was later traced to an external source during a discussion of the first game in the new Ria.
A local school column laments coverage gaps across four districts and blasts a disputed dress policy. It argues the so called uniform policy is really a dress code and calls for clearer standards while noting broad student compliance.
City official Ed Chismar spotlights local volunteers who shaped parks, open space, and recreation. Don McConnell started a Special Olympics program. Panorama Heights Ward adopted Haynes Park. Mary Ann Lane led a park beautification drive. Friends of Rio Rancho Open Space formed to protect the bosque with help from Sprint PCS and Intel volunteers. The piece urges citizen involvement.
Bob Harpley argues against new housing exceeding 150000 in Rio Rancho. He accuses politicians of pretentious posts and notes tax pressure while few can afford rising prices. He urges residents to petition to restrict development and preserve local beauty and retire in peace.
Cindy Smith writes to Dr. Sue Cleveland and the Rio Rancho School Board praising the district and its schools for fostering parent communication, uniforms to improve learning atmosphere, and equitable funding. She urges ongoing PTA and PAC involvement, district speaker visits, and continued focus on student education and community engagement.
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