By: Mario Conde, Reporter Anyone visiting Calexico always asks the same question. What is happening to Downtown Calexico? What is being done to improve it? The Calexico City Council discussed a downtown action plan at their last meeting to see what direction they will take to improve the area that …
September, 2019
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6 September
MUNICIPAL DIF WORKING ALWAYS IN FAVOR OF THOSE WHO NEED THE MOST
Mexicali B.C. – Before authorities of the three orders of government, representatives of non-profit associations, businessmen, former first ladies and special guests, Ms. Margarita Flores de Sánchez, President of the Municipal DIF Board of Trustees, presented her last work report where she highlighted the achievements obtained during 3 Years of …
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5 September
Economic Analysis for September 2019 and the 1st Mexico’s State of the Union Address
By: Dr. Alejandro Diaz-Bautista, Economist (PhD) A low estimate of economic growth of GDP for 2019. The Mexican economy will only grow in a low range of 0.2-0.7% in 2019. The economic analysis indicates that the Mexican economy is stagnant and on the verge of an economic recession in 2019. …
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2 September
President of Mexico, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, had his First State of the Union Address
-Editorial The President of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador had his first state of the union address, after 9 months of the administration, as leader of the federal executive power he offered a speech before members of Congress, secretary of states, among other officials, in addition to special guests, including …
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1 September
Arizona, Baja California, California and Sonora will join in bi-national Bicycle Ride organized by the 4FrontED
Yuma Mayor invites communities in Arizona, Baja California, California, and Sonora to Fourth Mayors’ Binational Bicycle Ride Through 4FrontED Megaregion Family-friendly ride set for Sat., Oct. 19, from Yuma to San Luis Rio Colorado YUMA, Ariz. – Yuma Mayor Douglas J. Nicholls invites residents and their families to join him and …
August, 2019
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31 August
New State Investments to Make Two Years of Community College Tuition-Free
Just days into office, Governor Newsom unveiled his proposal to provide for two years of community college tuition-free for eligible students SACRAMENTO, CA.– This week, as young people return to California institutions of higher learning, Governor Gavin Newsom is traveling the state to highlight that California will provide for two free …
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31 August
Initiative to Create California-Mexico Commission Moves Forward in the Legislature
-Editorial The creation of the California-Mexico Commission continues through the legislative process in Sacramento in hopes to be signed by the Governor. California State Senator Ben Hueso introduced Senate Bill 558 to create a California-Mexico Commission. This group would deputize members of the public into commissioner roles so that they …
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29 August
Rep. Vargas Presents Initiative Aimed at Asthma Care and Prevention
-Editorial In an effort to help people with asthma, conditions get more access to treatment, Rep. Juan Vargas (D-Chula Vista) visited the Imperial Valley to announce the introduction of the Asthma Care and Prevention in Rural Communities Act. The Asthma Care and Prevention in Rural Communities Act of 2019 creates …
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28 August
City of Yuma Primary Election results
-Results are preliminary and unofficial Yuma, Ariz. – The City of Yuma held its primary election Tuesday, Aug. 27, where voters had their first opportunity of this cycle to elect candidates for three at-large seats on the City Council and one judge on the Municipal Court. Polls closed at 7 p.m. The …
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28 August
County Board Holds Public Budget Workshop
By: Mario Conde The Imperial County Board of Supervisors held two weeks of budget workshops to open a dialog with county staff and the community on how to improve its financial situation. The board held a budget workshop at their regular meeting held Aug. 20 and Aug. 27 where various …