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Monthly Archives: June 2022
Governor Newsom announces record $156 million in grants to prevent gun violence in California
Governor Gavin Newsom announced a record $156 million in gun violence prevention grants provided as part of the California Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant Program (CalVIP).
Wasco City Council approves COVID-19 vaccine incentive program
In order to boost vaccination rates in the city, the Wasco City Council has implemented an incentive plan that will allow those getting vaccinated to receive a $50 gift card for doing so.
‘It’s time for the Senate to work hard, too’: Senator Padilla accepts invitation to work alongside farm workers
Last Friday, Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) became the first U.S. Senator to accept the United Farm Workers’ invitation from “Take Our Jobs” initiative by working alongside farm workers in Moorpark, California.
Moderna’s booster vaccine has proven to show a stronger immune response against the Omicron variant
Stéphane Bancel, Chief Executive Officer of Moderna, said he anticipates more durable protection against variants of concern with mRNA-1273.214, making it the lead candidate for a Fall 2022 booster.
“Keepin’ it real — keepin’ you safe!”: local organizations to host town hall meeting about the COVID-19 vaccine
This evening, the Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF), Building Healthy Communities Kern (BHC Kern), All of Us or None (AOUON), and the California Association of African-American Superintendents & Administrators (CAAASA) will be leading a town hall meeting where they were facilitate a conversation with local health experts and community leaders on facts and myths surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine and it’s impact on communities.
Kern County Superintendent of School holds press conference about $18 million workforce grant
The Kern County Superintendent of Schools held a press conference to discuss the $18 million Workforce grant they received.
Governor Gavin Newsom will be partnering with the Prime Minister of New Zealand to tackle climate change
Governor Gavin Newsom and Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern signed an agreement to tackle climate change together.
Academic counselor talks about how COVID-19 affected students
At Almond Tree Middle School, Marisela Pruneda isn’t just the academic counselor, she also helps and supports students with social emotions; she said the one piece of advice she likes to give to students is that it’s never too late and it’s very important to utilize all of the resources available.
Governor Newsom declares June 2022 Immigrant Heritage Month
Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a proclamation declaring June 2022 as “Immigrant Heritage Month” in the State of California.
Latest Primary election results 2022
Election results: Completed Precincts: 569 out of 569
Governor of California: Gavin Newsom- Democrat with 37.11% of votes
Lieutenant Governor: Angela E.