Attitude Letters Cheer Young Marines in Rio Rancho
Readers praise the Young Marines at the Village Inn event in Rio Rancho noting the group’s well mannered conduct and urging more youth programs. They contrast with public officials and corporate abuses and call for accountability across private and public sectors. Rep Judy Vanderstar endorses Johnny Archibeque for Sandoval County GOP Board of Registration.
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Young Marines
Village Inn
Rio Rancho
M. Daughe
J. Edgar Hoover
Richard Nixon
Bill Clinton
Don Wilde
Libertarian Party
Sandoval County
Republican Party
Sandoval
Johnny Archibeque
New Mexico
Archibeque
Johnny
Judy Vanderstar Russell
R-Sandoval
Johnson defends privatized prison stance amid Wackenhut riot critique
The Libertarian stance defends private prisons against calls for more state control. Cites Wackenhut failures, government liability caps, and alleged corruption in New Mexico. Supports Gov Gary Johnson's push for accountability while criticizing broad anti private prison sentiment.
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Libertarian Party
Gary Johnson
Wackenhut
Santa Rosa
Garcia
Rio Rancho
LANL
Waco
Opposition to zone map change in Cedar Hills subdivision
Fabian Lopez objects to a proposed zone map amendment allowing manufactured mobile homes in Rio Rancho’s Cedar Hills VI. He cites perceived developer profit motives, late and possibly misleading notifications, and neighbor opposition while stressing openness to affordable housing and the city’s stance remains unclear.
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Cedar Hills VI
Rio Rancho
Cedar Hills
Fabian Lopez
Sandoval County Board of Registration Appointments Clarified
The County Commission royal appointment process for the Sandoval County Board of Registration is under scrutiny as officials explain steps taken to comply with state voter list purging requirements. The action involves appointed members and their terms amid ongoing debates over procedures and eligibility.
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County Commission
Sandoval County
Rio Rancho Library Programs Highlight Summer Readings
Thanks to Vannda Nelson Lori Snyder Dale Frasier and Amy Weig Pickering for a seventh summer of reading programs at the Rio Rancho Public Library. Families enjoyed Creature Feature end of summer activities including a magicians jugglers dunk tank and librarians who guide and mentor children. Volunteers from Read-4 Test and R.A.P. plus high school help foster lifelong service and a love of reading.
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Vannda Nelson
Lori Snyder
Dale Frasier
Amy Weig- Pickering
Rio Rancho Public Library
Community thanks library staff at Rio Rancho Library
The West Side community expresses gratitude to Vaunda Lori Dale and Amy for their invaluable volunteer work at the Rio Rancho Library. Janet Metzger and neighbors commend the staff for their dedication and support of local residents.
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Vaunda
Lori
Dale
Amy
West Side
Rio Rancho
Janet Metzger
Vouchers Debate Cited by Mara Monjaras Letter
The Observer May 15 reports on vouchers and how Tam fears misrepresentation of Archbishop Sheehan. The archbishop clarified he opposed Gov Johnson’s plan as too rapid, affirming Catholic teaching that parents have primary rights in education and subsidies should preserve parental choice in line with conscience. Rev Msgr Douglas Raun, St Thomas Aquinas Parish, notes the position.
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Mara Monjaras
the Observer
Tam
Michael) Sheehan
Sheehan
Gary) Johnson
Catholic Church
Second Vatican Ecumenical Church
Msgr
Douglas A. Raun
St. Thomas Aquinas
Highland High School 1980s basketball reunion search
Angela Chagnon seeks former Highland High School JV basketball players and coaches from 1986 87. She has located the head coach of that era and one teammate and asks for current Albuquerque high school coaching rosters to locate Chris Martinez, JV coach 1986 87, who later coached Highland four years.
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Angela Chagnon
Highland High School
Albuquerque
Chris Martinez
MDA Telethon Thanks from New Mexico Stays Strong
In New Mexico the Muscular Dystrophy Association notes two clinics providing patient care as it thanks supporters for the 1999 Telethon. Angela Chagnon and Jerry Lewis are cited for their roles as national chairman and contributor, highlighting lasting community health efforts.
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New Mexico
MDA
Rio Rancho
Jerry Lewis
Muscular Dystrophy Association
Rio Rancho drives 1999 Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon victory
The people of Rio Rancho supported the 1999 Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, raising 53.1 million dollars in pledges and contributions. Local events and KRQE TV channel 13 calls helped families nationwide, accelerating MDA funded research at the University of New Mexico and around the world. The observer couchers boosted aid to clinics and earned MDA a Lifetime Achievement Award from the AMA.
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Rio Rancho
Jerry Lewis
MDA
Krqe-Tv
Observer
New Mexico
City considers Jimenez for hired games role amid salary dispute
The city weighs Jimenez for a games position amid objections over qualifications and the demand for no raise. Proponents argue he would fit, while opponents cite lack of essential skills though his likeability remains a factor. A salary of 62000 dollars annually is challenged as excessive in this context.
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Ingames
Jimenez
Ren
Donald Wilde
Mayor Hosts Rave Ball and Club Event Nearby
A city event pairing a mayoral ball with a parallel club event drew attention for improved planning and management. Organizers promise further updates as the schedule remains fluid and community interest grows.
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Blades
Scoul Taylor
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