Imperial Valley News
Detentions of Activists in Cuba
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 15:53
- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - We are deeply concerned about the recent increase in arbitrary detentions, physical violence, and other abusive actions carried out by the Cuban Government against peaceful human and civil rights advocates. This past week saw the detention of Jorge Luis Garcia Perez, also known as “Antunez,” and the reprehensible behavior apparently meted out by state security to his wife, Yris Perez Aguilera.
Record grape crop – USDA releases preliminary crush report
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 15:46
- Written by CDFA
Sacramento, California - California’s 2013 crush totaled a record high 4,685,075 tons, up 7 percent from the previous record high 2012 crush of 4,387,434 tons. Red wine varieties accounted for the largest share of all grapes crushed, at 2,405,942 tons, up 5 percent from 2012. The 2013 white wine variety crush totaled 1,824,625 tons, up 6 percent from 2012. Tons crushed of raisin type varieties totaled 327,790, up 21 percent from 2012, and tons crushed of table type varieties totaled 126,718, up 28 percent from 2012.
Addressing California’s Water Challenges Through Action and Collaboration
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 15:44
- Written by USDA
Washington, DC - California is in the throes of the worst drought in the 160 years during which records have been kept. As a result, the state’s overextended water system is in crisis. All segments of California’s economy one of the largest in the world are experiencing the effects of this drought.
National AgrAbility Workshop
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 15:37
- Written by IVN
Lexington, Kentucky - Farmers and other professionals with disabilities can receive training and learn about issues related to disability in agriculture at the 2014 AgrAbility National Training Workshop.
For Cold Weather Fun, You And Your Kids Can Bake Great Treats
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 10:33
- Written by NAPSI
Big Bear, California (NAPSI) - You and your children can cook up some family fun time in the kitchen this winter by baking a duo of hearty dishes: Taco Fluffins, a tasty, easy recipe for kids in the kitchen, and Lemon Snowmen that will bring out the kids’ creativity.
The Soviet Underground
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 10:31
- Written by NAPSI
Washington, DC (NAPSI) - The Soviet Underground by Archival Magazine presents the exciting story of a Soviet subculture that nurtured freedom and individuality under totalitarian control in the arts.
Ten Reasons To Visit Orlando This Year
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 10:29
- Written by NAPSI
Orlando, Florida (NAPSI) - Whether you’ve already traveled to the land of sunshine and smiles or would like to,Orlando,Florida has new experiences to excite the entire family. Here are 10 new reasons to visit:
Smart Diabetes Management With Mobile Devices
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- Created on Monday, 10 February 2014 10:27
- Written by NAPSI
Imperial, California (NAPSI) - Mobile health apps are gaining popularity as people try to manage their health using smartphones. These mobile health apps feature a wide range of functions, from letting individuals monitor their calorie intake to helping doctors view a patient’s X-rays remotely.
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