-Editorial The summer is here but that doesn’t mean learning will stop. Students can now access a variety of programs from their computer, tablet, or phone and enjoy great summer programs offered by El Garage Hub. Andres Ruelas from 16 de Septiembre School in Mexicali announced that El Garage Hub …
June, 2020
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24 June
Imperial County Area Agency on Aging’s Services Updates
The Imperial County Area Agency on Aging (ICAAA) is committed to providing support and relief to one of the most vulnerable populations in our community, older adults age 60 or more, during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The health and wellness of our service participants, employees, and community are of utmost importance …
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24 June
USCIS Rule Strengthens Employment Eligibility Requirements for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced a regulatory change to deter aliens from illegally entering the United States and from filing frivolous, fraudulent, or otherwise non-meritorious claims for asylum to obtain an employment authorization document. This rule does not alter asylum eligibility criteria in any way and will be effective …
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23 June
Trump Celebrates Completion of Border Wall in Yuma
-Editorial President Donald Trump visited Yuma to see the successful completion of the border wall. He met with U.S. Customs and Border Protection on the progress of construction at the border with Mexico. The president saw the 200th-mile wall project along the U.S./Mexico border that was a key promise of …
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23 June
COVID-19 Has Affected Film Production in Imperial Valley
-Editorial The film industry has been affected by COVID-19 halting production that would bring revenue to cities and counties. The State of California has released guidelines to begin filming again with restrictions to prevent the spread of the virus. The Imperial County has yet to see the reactivation of filming …
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23 June
Rocky Point Reopens with COVID Safety Protocols
A popular vacation spot for many people in the region has reopened after being closed to tourists for three months due to COVID-19. Puerto Peñasco, also known as Rocky Point or Arizona’s Beach for its proximity to this state, is now welcoming tourists, but with many restrictions. “All we ask …
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22 June
WHO Says Influenza Needs to Be Addressed
-Editorial While the world is seeing an increase in cases of COVID-19, influenza needs to be addressed also. The World Health Organization warned that the influenza season is coming and countries need to be alert. “It took more than 2 months for the first 100,000 cases to be reported. For …
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22 June
IID Working with Their Employees to Keep Them Safe During Pandemic
-Editorial The Imperial Irrigation District continues to adapt to the current pandemic by taking care of their employees working at home. At the June 16 IID Board meeting, General Manager Henry Martinez spoke about how they are working with their employees from home while this pandemic is still going on. …
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22 June
Camilo Garcia Appointed to the Calexico City Council
-Editorial The Calexico City Council voted to appoint Camilo Garcia as the new member of the governing body during their meeting held on June 17. On June 8, 2020, Mayor Pro Tem David Romero resigned from his position on the City Council. As a result, his seat on the city …
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22 June
Brawley Will Have a COVID-19 Testing Site
-Editorial Brawley will have a testing site as soon as next week as it will open an opportunity for residents to see if they have COVID-19. At the press conference briefing June 22, the Imperial County Health Department informed that the testing site in Calexico will move to Brawley starting …
