Remembering a Band Leader at Rio Rancho High
Andrea Harbison writes about Mr. Atencio, Rio Rancho High School band director for four years, praising his leadership by service, respect, and hard work. She recalls his open door, mentorship, and influence as the school considers not rehiring him amid a transition to new directors. The piece honors his lasting impact on students and the band program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gram
Rio Rancho High School
Atencia
Atencio
Andrea Harbison
Letter to the editor criticizes Manny Aragon and Wackenhut
The writer, William H. Zor, questions Aragon by asking what the senator did for Wackenhut and accuses him of inaction toward New Mexico residents. He calls Aragon a lazy thief or grossly incompetent, labeling both options unacceptable for an elected official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Manny Aragon
Wackenhut
New Mexico
Aragon
William H. Zor
Get over it Tam advocates uniforms in schools
A reader urges acceptance of school uniform policies, arguing uniforms save money, improve discipline, and set a good example for children. The letter notes parents unhappy when students are sent home for dress code noncompliance and suggests alternatives like transferring to another school if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tam
No growth urged for Rio Rancho by reader letter
In Albuquerque on Sept 25, a letter criticizes Mayor Jim Baca for Vision 2020 push and Rio Rancho Mayor John Jennings for proposing three growth scenarios. The writer argues for limited growth to protect water, taxes, traffic, crime, and quality of life, urging officials to prioritize existing residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albuquerque
Jim Baca
Rio Rancho
John Jennings
Mayor
Jim Svejear
Move them to an Albuquerque school M May
A brief note indicates a transition plan directing individuals to relocate to an Albuquerque school with a date reference to May. The source emphasizes relocation logistics and administrative action without detailing additional context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albuquerque
M. May
Protect our neighborhoods by funding more police in New Mexico
Guest commentary argues for expanded COPS funding to hire and equip officers nationwide, highlighting New Mexico gains including 660 officers and $40 million since 1994. It notes rural challenges, community policing benefits, and recent Senate amendment to extend funding for one year with $335 million for about 4,000 officers to strengthen local crime fighting and protect homes and neighborhoods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
Congress
San Juan County
Santa Clara Pueblo
Police Department
COPS
Senate
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Better Business Bureau
BBB
Independent
Gallup
Sen
Jeff Bingaman
D-N.m
Beormcone Mfg. Co., Inc
Montgomery NE
Aldrich
Rio Rancho Dr
Sara
Alloq
Haric Menical Services Company, LLC
Robert and Marie Hamic
Fox
Irving Blvd
Handyman Express
R. J. Bob
Torino
Bank of America
Country Club
FDIC
First Security Bank
Southern Blvd
N.M. Lic
AMREP
RIO Francho Car Care Center
Ken Raupach
33Rd St
Rio Rancho Blvd
S.E
Conneran
Land Plana Lagaveringi
Sic
Calhoun
Jerry's
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