Jim Winburn
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Antelope Valley Patriots to Hold 2nd Amendment Rally on Apr. 5
The following is a calendar announcement from Littlerock Tea Party Organizer Dee Reilman: * The ”Gun Show” is this Sat Sun @ Lancaster Fairgrounds … Our... Read more
Posted on 04 April 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Calif’s Yellow Brick Road Back to Redevelopment is but a Dream
SACRAMENTO – After taking office in 2011, California Gov. Jerry Brown dissolved the state’s redevelopment agencies, which used local tax increment financing... Read more
Posted on 01 April 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Victor Valley Students Win Top Awards in Stormwater Pollution Solutions
The following is a press announcement from the Mojave River Watershed Group:Ella Cerna of Hesperia (featured in photo), along with Zachary Benetatos of Apple... Read more
Posted on 30 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
AV Transit Board Plans Free Rides for Veterans to Westwood VA Offices
The following is a news release from the City of Lancaster:Lancaster Vice Mayor Marvin Crist – Courtesy of City of LancasterThe motion directed AVTA Executive... Read more
Posted on 30 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Sun Village Council Runs out the Clock on Both Voters, Candidates
SUN VILLAGE – In next week’s election for two open seats on the seven-member Sun Village Town Council, residents face just as many challenges as the candidates. Read more
Posted on 29 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Lancaster Announces Second Solar Farm with Topco, SolarCity
The following is an announcement from the City of Lancaster regarding its continued efforts to reduce its carbon footprint:(L-R) SolarCity Project Development... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Donated Apollo 7 Photos Now on Display at Lancaster Park
Apollo 7 photographs donated by AVBizPro to Apollo Community Regional Park in Lancaster“Yes the pictures are installed, and they have been for about a week,”... Read more
Posted on 27 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Palmdale Councilwoman Bettencourt Resigns, Thompson Appointment Possible
The following is a Mar. 24 press announcement from the City of Palmdale:Palmdale City Councilmember Laura BettencourtIn the letter addressed to Palmdale Mayor... Read more
Posted on 24 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Sun Village Town Council Prefers Obstacles to Openness When Addressing Public’s...
SUN VILLAGE – The Sun Village Town Council has confirmed with the Bee that there will be an April election – to be held at a certain time, date and place. Read more
Posted on 24 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Apple Valley Event for Assembly Candidate Roelle Continues Momentum in Support
APPLE VALLEY – Rick Roelle, a candidate for California’s 33rd Assembly District, continued building support for his campaign with an Apple Valley fundraiser tha... Read more
Posted on 24 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Speculation, Anxiety Mounts for Future Reform of Prop 13
SACRAMENTO – In the current legislative session there has been a movement toward making changes in the Proposition 13 tax limits that voters approved in 1978. Read more
Posted on 21 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Environmental Group Decries Drought Debate Pitting Fish Against People
SACRAMENTO – An environmental group is calling on the federal government to provide drought relief to Delta and northern California farmers and business... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Public Urged to Review Sheriff’s Application for Off-highway Grant by Apr. 7
The following is a press announcement from the Palmdale Sheriff’s Station: PALMDALE – The Palmdale Sheriff’s Station has the largest patrol area of all Los... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Grace Resource Center to Hold Fundraiser Dinner Apr. 11
LANCASTER – Grace Resource Center’s annual fundraiser dinner will be held Friday, April 11, 2014 at 6 p.m. in the HW Hunter Pavilion at Antelope Valley... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
TV Pitchman Kevin Trudeau Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Bilking Consumers
CHICAGO – Informercial king Kevin Trudeau pleaded for a light sentence in federal court Monday, claiming he had undergone a “personal transformation” while... Read more
Posted on 19 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Lake LA Council to Host Presentation by LASD Volunteers on Mar. 25
LAKE LOS ANGELES – The March meeting of Lake Los Angeles’ Rural Town Council will feature a presentation by the community’s LASD Volunteers on Patrol (VOP).... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Antelope Acres Council to Feature Speakers on Public Issues on Mar. 19
ANTELOPE ACRES – Antelope Acres Town Council proudly presents the following speakers for its Wednesday, Mar. 19 public meeting, taking place 6 p.m. at Westside... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Joshua Tree Meeting to Address Environment, Other County Concerns Mar. 26
The following is an event announcement from the County of San Bernardino: JOSHUA TREE – Back in September, residents and stakeholders turned out in large number... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Lancaster in Partnership with Cal VA to Build Affordable Homes
The following is a press announcement from the City of Lancaster regarding a partnership with the California Department of Veterans Affairs to build affordable... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
High Desert Meets Federal Air Quality Standard After Ozone Data Review
The following is a Mar. 12 press announcement from the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District: VICTORVILLE – The High Desert’s air quality has met the... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY