-Editorial As the 2024-25 academic year begins at SDSU Imperial Valley, the campus is buzzing with excitement and new opportunities. On Monday, Aug. 26, classes officially started, and with an estimated 1,200 students enrolled, the university has set a new record. Official enrollment numbers will be finalized in mid-September, but …
August, 2024
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25 August
California Launches Groundbreaking Partnership to Support Local Newsrooms and AI Innovation
-Editorial Assembly member Buffy Wicks announced the establishment of a pioneering partnership between the State of California, news publishers, major technology companies, and philanthropic organizations. This groundbreaking initiative aims to bolster local journalism across California while simultaneously launching a National AI Accelerator. Over the next five years, the partnership will …
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25 August
Paralympic Torch Relay Ignites Passion Across France Ahead of 2024 Games
-Editorial The Paralympic torch officially arrived on French soil around noon yesterday, marking the return of the Games to France. After the lighting ceremony in Stoke Mandeville, England—the birthplace of the Paralympic Games—the torch traveled through the Channel Tunnel, kicking off a fortnight of celebrations across France. Sponsored by Coca-Cola, …
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24 August
Paella Contest and Wine Tasting Delight Thousands at Baja California’s Harvest Festival
-Editorial As part of the XXXIV Harvest Festival in Baja California, the “Dr. Ramón García Ocejo” Paella Contest, held on Sunday, August 18, at Viña de Liceaga, reaffirmed its status as one of the most anticipated summer events in the region. Over 2,500 attendees enjoyed a family-friendly afternoon filled with …
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24 August
Victims of Hate Crimes in California See No Justice
-Editorial In 2023, California law enforcement agencies reported 1,970 hate crimes, yet only five cases went to trial, according to the California Attorney General’s Office. This follows a troubling trend; in 2021, during a notable surge in hate violence, just one case reached trial. The majority of hate crime victims …
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23 August
From Saying Goodbye to Saying “I Do” to Embracing Singleness: Divorce Parties as a Ritual of Rebirth
By: Ellie Burgueño Divorce parties are becoming increasingly popular! Unfortunately, many people find that the person they married isn’t what they expected. Sometimes, this discovery comes shortly after the wedding; other times, it takes years. The truth is that these relationships often become conflicted and toxic, making it necessary to …
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23 August
Residents Protest Proposed Water Fee Hike at Calexico City Council Meeting
-Editorial A heated Calexico City Council meeting on August 21 saw a packed City Hall as residents turned out in force to protest a proposed water fee adjustment. The majority of those who spoke expressed strong opposition to the increase, voicing concerns that it would strain their finances and calling …
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23 August
IID Approves Resolution to Evaluate Average Billing for Residential Customers
-Editorial In response to the rising costs of energy and the financial strain on residents during the hot summer months, the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors took a significant step toward potentially easing the burden on its residential customers. On Aug. 20, the Board approved a resolution directing …
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22 August
Citizens Seek Alternatives Due to Public Transportation Fare Increase in Mexicali
-Editorial In the summer of 2024, the municipality of Mexicali, Baja California, modified its agreements regarding public transportation fares. By using the prepaid card and QR code provided by the new digital app StopBus Mexicali, users can pay a fare of $15.50, with a preferential price of $7.75 for seniors, …
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21 August
Legacy Medical Group Brings a New Option in Urgent Care for Imperial Valley
-Editorial Residents and members of the media were given an exclusive tour of the new Legacy MD Medical Center, a state-of-the-art facility set to enhance healthcare options in the Imperial Valley on Aug. 16. Led by Dr. Tien Tan Vo, owner and provider of Vo Medical and Medical Director of …
