-Editorial Last year saw a notable decline in financial well-being among parents with younger children, according to a recent Federal Reserve study. The Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking (SHED) revealed that the percentage of parents with children under 18 who felt financially secure dropped from 69% in 2022 to …
July, 2024
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27 July
Imperial County Hosts International Visitor Leadership Program
-Editorial Imperial County proudly welcomed a diverse group of global leaders from countries such as Azerbaijan, Brazil, Cambodia, Chile, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Georgia, Ghana, India, Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, Poland, United Republic of Tanzania, and The People’s Republic of China as part of the prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) administered by …
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26 July
Heffernan Memorial Healthcare District Dissolved for Good
-Editorial The Imperial County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) approved the dissolution of the Heffernan Memorial Healthcare District (HMHD), as mandated by Assembly Bill (AB) 918 at their July 25 meeting. This move ends years of criticism and dissatisfaction with the district, which many in Calexico have long deemed a …
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26 July
Paris Olympics Kick Off with Historic Opening Ceremony Along the Seine
-Editorial The 2024 Paris Olympics officially begin today, July 26, with an unprecedented Opening Ceremony that promises to captivate global audiences. In a historic first, athletes will parade along the River Seine, turning the traditional stadium-based event into a citywide celebration. This innovative approach will transform Paris into a vibrant …
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25 July
Kamala Harris Shifts Trends, Now Surpassing Trump by Two Points
By: Teodoro Rentería Arroyave, Journalist and Writer. Guest Column: Timely Commentary In his article for “El Heraldo de México,” colleague Gustavo Rentería Villa discusses the heartfelt speech by Mexico City Mayor Martí Batres Guadarrama honoring the great political icon Porfirio Alejandro Muñoz Ledo y Lazo de la Vega, who would …
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25 July
San Diego Mayor Launches Comic-Con 2024, Projected to Boost Local Economy by $160 Million
-Editorial San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria launched Comic-Con International 2024 at the San Diego Convention Center, emphasizing the convention’s substantial economic impact. Since its inception in 1970, Comic-Con has become a pop-culture landmark, running from July 25 to July 28, with a preview night on July 24. “Comic-Con is an …
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24 July
Good Credit: The Key to Financial Freedom
By: Ellie Burgueno John Rockefeller once said, “The most important thing for a young man is to establish a credit, a reputation, and a character,” and he was certainly right! In today’s financial landscape, a good credit score is more than just a number – it’s a key that unlocks …
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24 July
Half of Californians Plan to Limit Air Conditioning Use to Cut Costs, Finds Study
-Editorial As inflation continues to squeeze household budgets, many Americans are making tough choices about their expenses, including how much they rely on air conditioning during the sweltering summer months. A recent survey by BadCredit.org highlights a significant shift in how people are managing the heat. According to the survey …
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23 July
IID Implements New Measures to Assist Farmers in Managing Unused Water Apportionments for 2024
-Editorial In a recent update on the status of water accounts for agricultural users, the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) has outlined measures aimed at managing unused water apportionments and facilitating transfers through its clearinghouse at their July 16 meeting. According to the latest reports, many farmers still hold portions of …
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22 July
San Diego CBP Announces New CDC Dog Import Rules Starting August 1
-Editorial The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) San Diego Field Office is informing travelers about upcoming changes to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) dog importation requirements, which will take effect on August 1. “Effective August 1st, the CDC’s new dog importation requirements will be implemented …
