-Editorial Although California reached its lowest uninsured rate in 2022, access barriers to timely, quality, and equitable health care remain for many Californians. These access gaps result in health disparities, as people from underserved groups — particularly low-income individuals and people of color — experience higher rates of illness and …
June, 2024
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19 June
IVEDC’s Economic and Energy Summit Showcases Imperial Valley’s Renewable Energy Potential and Investment Opportunities
-Editorial The Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) concluded a successful three-day Economic and Energy Summit, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss the vast economic and energy potential of the region. Held from June 12-14, the summit highlighted the strategic advantages and opportunities that make Imperial Valley …
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18 June
Supervisors Renew Mental Health Partnership with Brawley Schools
-Editorial The Imperial County Board of Supervisors approved a three-year renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Imperial County Behavioral Health Services (ICBHS) and Brawley Union High School District (BUHSD) at their June 11 meeting. Effective from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026, this agreement aims to enhance …
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18 June
Accessing Care: Challenges for Alzheimer’s Patients in Rural Communities
-Editorial As more people live longer lives, more Californians will face living with Alzheimer’s disease than ever before. The number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRDs) is projected to double over the next 20 years. Californians living in rural and remote regions face additional challenges in …
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17 June
Art Basel 2024 Triumphs with Record Sales and Vibrant Global Participation
-Editorial The 2024 edition of Art Basel’s flagship show in Basel concluded triumphantly, featuring highly praised presentations from 285 galleries representing 40 countries and territories. Reporting robust sales across all market sectors throughout the week, the event showcased the vibrancy and resilience of the global art market. Among the 285 …
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16 June
Imperial Valley Residents Celebrate Juneteenth with Community Gathering
-Editorial The Martin Luther King Pavilion buzzed with excitement as residents gathered to celebrate Juneteenth, an event organized by the Imperial Valley Social Justice Committee. The evening was filled with food, music, entertainment, games, face painting, spoken word performances, vendors, guest speakers, and raffle giveaways, creating a vibrant atmosphere despite …
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16 June
Experts Warn of Potential Impact of Trump’s Immigration Plans on American Democracy and Economy
-Editorial During his first administration, Donald Trump attempted major changes to the immigration system: separating families at the border, imposing a “Muslim Ban,” canceling Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Hondurans, ending Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) for Dreamers, and obstructing legal immigration and asylum processes. Most of these actions …
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15 June
USCIS Clarifies Guidance on Adopting a Child Through the Hague Adoption Convention Process
-Editorial On June 14, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services updated the USCIS Policy Manual to clarify how prospective adoptive parents (PAPs) can adopt a child through the Hague Adoption Convention process. This policy manual update affirms our commitment to the standards and principles of the Hague Adoption Convention, including safeguards to protect the best interests of children. What You Need …
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14 June
New Tijuana-Las Vegas Flight Announced by Governor Marina del Pilar Avila Olmeda
-Editorial As part of a significant boost to Baja California’s air connectivity with the rest of the country and abroad, Governor Marina del Pilar Avila Olmeda announced a new flight between Tijuana and Las Vegas, Nevada. The flight will be launched next October by the Mexican airline Volaris and represents …
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12 June
SDSU Imperial Valley and Imperial Valley College Announce Major Milestone in $17 Million Student Housing Project
-Editorial San Diego State University (SDSU) Imperial Valley and Imperial Valley College marked the completion of an important step in their joint student housing development project. Nielsen Construction California, Inc. was selected as the project’s general contractor, with SILLMAN as the project architect. The project, first announced in fall 2023, …
