Imperial Valley News Center
Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia Honors Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran
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Sacramento, California - Indio resident Ralph Duarte was honored today by Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia as the 56th Assembly District’s 2016 Veteran of the Year. The Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran traveled to Sacramento with his wife to attend the veteran’s recognition luncheon which was held at the Sacramento Convention Center.
Tackling intractable computing problems
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- Written by Aaron Dubrow
Washington, DC - Computers have proven capable of helping scientists solve many research problems, from the dynamics of black hole mergers to distant connections in reams of genomic data.
Ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes to Run 525 Kilometers on Silk Road as Sports Envoy
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Washington, DC - From June 29 to July 10 the U.S. Department of State is collaborating with ultramarathon legend Dean Karnazes as he runs along the ancient Silk Road through Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan to mark the 25th anniversary of these countries’ independence from the Soviet Union.
Organic certification assistance to organic operations in California
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Sacramento, California - The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has announced the availability of $2,180,87, for organic certification assistance to organic operations in California. Funds from the National Organic Certification Cost Share Program (NOCCSP) are available through CDFA’s State Organic Program (SOP) to help more organic operations succeed and take advantage of economic opportunities in this growing market.
FTC Approves Final Order in Vipvape APEC Cross Border Privacy Rule Case
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Washington, DC - After a public comment period, the Federal Trade Commission has approved a final order resolving the Commission’s complaint against Very Incognito Technologies, Inc., doing business as Vipvape, alleging that it deceived consumers about its participation in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Cross-Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) system.
Flying drones near wildfires can be costly
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Washington, DC - There are lots of great places to fly your drones, but over or near a wildfire isn’t one of them. In fact, drone operators who interfere with wildfire suppression efforts are subject to civil penalties of up to $27,500 and possible criminal prosecution.
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