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Rio Rancho drivers tired of squeezing through Northern Boulevard's current lanes will get their first look at the finished expansion design during a virtual public meeting Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 6 p.m.

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Northern Boulevard’s four-lane makeover hits 99% design — but the orange cones are still years out

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 16, 2026

RRPS Superintendent Robert Dodd talks with students. (RRPS)

Education, Rio Rancho

RRPS surges forward: District reports major academic gains and sets 2030 Spotlight goal

by Rodd Cayton September 16, 2026September 16, 2026

Rio Rancho Public Schools has an $80 million bond measure on the Nov. 4 local election ballot, seeking voter approval for infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements and facility improvements across the district.

Education, Rio Rancho

Who deserves the highest honor? RRPS Hall nominations now open

by Rodd Cayton September 15, 2026September 15, 2026

Rio Rancho's automated license plate reader network has grown to 19 cameras citywide, and police say the system — all of it run through vendor Flock Safety — is paying off in stolen vehicle recoveries and arrests. (Roberto E. Rosales)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

‘Every stop is a lawsuit waiting to happen’: Residents again press council to ax Flock cameras

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 15, 2026

Events, Rio Rancho

Paws, pools and pure joy: Rio Rancho’s annual Pooch Plunge closes out the swim season

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 15, 2026

Sophia Farwell, a fifth-grader at Ernest Stapleton Elementary School, is one of just five students from across the country selected to attend the game through the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge and Finn’s Mission. She learned the news via a surprise announcement at a school assembly. (RRPS)

Education, Rio Rancho

Heart of a champion: Stapleton fifth-grader scores Super Bowl tickets through lifesaving mission

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 14, 2026September 14, 2026

St. Felix Pantry

Events, Rio Rancho

Bridging the gap: How St. Felix Pantry is helping families afford diapers

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 14, 2026

The Maverik store, which is located at the intersection of NM 528 and Obregon Road NE, was approved by Rio Rancho’s Planning and Zoning Commission during a meeting on June 9. Eleven members of the community were present to speak out against the new business, which will occupy approximately 2.06 acres and includes a 4,499 sq. ft. convenience store and six dual-sided fuel pumps. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Neighbors win big as Rio Rancho council rejects proposed Maverik development

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 14, 2026September 15, 2026

Rio Rancho, The 528 Rio Rancho

Photos: 25 years later, Rio Rancho remembers

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 14, 2026September 14, 2026

Volunteers placed nearly 3,000 flags at Vista Verde Memorial Park in honor of the victims of the 9/11 attacks. (Kevin Hendricks)

Events, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho marks 25th 9/11 anniversary with Friday memorial service

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 10, 2026