Rio Rancho Local News – Wednesday, August 20th, 2025

Daily Rio Rancho

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025

Good morning, Rio Rancho. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ With the new school year underway, local educators and tutors urge students to build good study habits by setting a consistent homework routine and taking quiet breaks after school + parents are advised to watch for signs like longer homework sessions, sudden dislike for school, and low grades that may signal a need for extra academic support. KOAT

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Federal appellate judges ruled Tuesday that New Mexico's seven-day gun purchase waiting period likely violates Second Amendment rights—sending the case back to a lower court for further review. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said the ruling undermines efforts to balance gun safety with constitutional rights. KOAT

RIO RANCHO EVENTS

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RIO RANCHO REAL ESTATE

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RIO RANCHO ANNOUNCEMENTS

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