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EPIC’s Power Choice Program Offers a Path to Clean Energy and Entry into an Electric Vehicle Giveaway
Not Actual Car Giveaway Palmdale, CA — Energy for Palmdale's Independent Choice (EPIC), the City of Palmdale’s locally managed, not-for profit power provider, is excited to offer residents access to clean energy solutions and a chance to win a new electric vehicle or $35,000 cash through the Power Choice EV Giveaway Contest. This limited-time opportunity enables residents to power their home with reliable solar and battery storage alongside a chance to win unique prizes throu


CA has revoked over 280 hospice licenses, 300 more providers under investigation since Governor Newsom’s hospice moratorium
SACRAMENTO – California has spent years building one of the most comprehensive hospice fraud enforcement efforts in the country. Under Governor Gavin Newsom, the state established a multi-agency Hospice Fraud Task Force, strengthened program integrity oversight , and implemented a moratorium on new hospice licenses that remains in effect. Governor Newsom highlighted how this work is delivering results: over 280 hospice licenses have been revoked over the past two years, an


Newsom expands financial literacy in schools and wealth-building access for women
SAN LORENZO — Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California is moving forward with a stand-alone, one-semester personal finance course for high school students — a major step toward ensuring every student graduates with the tools to manage money, avoid debt, and build wealth. The State Board of Education adopted a curriculum guide and resources, implementing Assembly Bill 2927 (McCarty), signed by Governor Newsom in 2024. Governor Newsom today also issued an executi


Renage Garrison has announced her candidacy for the City of Lancaster Council election in April 2026.
Lancaster, California,.- Renage Garrison has announced her candidacy for the City of Lancaster Council election on April 14, 2026. Garrison and other candidates have submitted their press releases to our readers, providing information about her and her views on her candidacy. Born and raised in the Antelope Valley, I have deep roots in this community and have proudly called Lancaster home for the past 14 years. My life and work have been shaped by a strong connection to the


Ridgecrest Law Enforcement cracks down on illegal food vendors operating within and around the City of Ridgecrest
Ridgecrest, CA.- The Ridgecrest Police Department is assisting the Kern County Public Health Department and the Kern County Sheriff’s Office at their request in addressing illegal food vendors operating within and around the City of Ridgecrest. We are aware of recent social media discussions regarding enforcement actions involving these vendors. While we understand that the food offered may be appealing, we want to provide important context to our community. The vendors who h


Migrant Education Program Shines at Speech and Debate Tournament
Lancaster , CA.- On Saturday, March 14, the Antelope Valley Migrant Education Program (MEP) participated in the Los Angeles County of Education (LACOE) Speech and Debate Regional Tournament. Students Itzel Carlos, Tania Rodriguez, Valerie Rodriguez (Palmdale High School), Brenda Davalos, Jefte Pulgarin (Eastside High School), Pamela Francisco (SOAR Lancaster), and Heidy Loza (Highland High School) represented AVUHSD in the tournament alongside neighboring districts with midd
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