Rail Runner finances spark New Mexico debate and delays
Santa Fe critics say the Rail Runner was sold as economic development and tourism booster but now faces debt and weekend service cuts. They point to a 385 million infrastructure spend, commuter-only design, and rider impact as Rio Metro Board plans mid June changes.
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Gates sounds warning as NATO faces funding and capability gaps
Defense Secretary Robert Gates used a valedictory NATO address in Brussels to urge European allies to boost defense budgets and planning. He warned that continued cuts could erode U S security returns, noting 28 members and uneven participation in the Libyan operation amid dwindling munitions and rising reliance on American support.
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Letter to Dr Gott and Media Critique Mix
A reader with postherpetic neuralgia shares health struggles and neurological tests. The piece then shifts to a heated critique of big media, citing NBC edits to the Pledge of Allegiance, MSNBC chief White House coverage, and The New York Times, arguing a liberal bias and viewer disrespect.
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Doonesbury Flashback On Nerve Pain and Medical Options
A reader details years of nerve pain following shingles with failed neurologist visits and ongoing epidurals. They describe medications including Neurontin Elavil OxyContin and Oxcarbazepine causing involuntary movements and seek input on managing postherpetic neuralgia and mobility after a dropped foot. The column notes common symptoms and warns of occasional weakness or paralysis in the affected area.
Nancy Smith Receives Quality of Life Award at Anaheim Conference
Nancy Smith director of nursing at Sunset Villa Nursing Home received the Quality of Life Award from the Southwest Region of Americare Corp at a nurses conference in Anaheim California. She stressed residents are real people with real needs and feelings and that aging does not erase desires. Smith and her husband Gary live in Roswell with two sons Ron and Rob.
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