Yuma News
U.S.-Argentina Digital Economy Working Group Announcing Cooperation under the Global Connect Initiative
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- Written by State Departmentt State Departmentt
- Published: 10 August 2016 10 August 2016
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Today in Buenos Aires, the United States and Argentina launched the U.S.-Argentina Digital Economy Working Group, during which the two countries announced that they will collaborate through the Global Connect Initiative (GCI) to bring 1.5 billion people who lack Internet access online by 2020. Argentina’s designation as a GCI focus country comes as Argentina under the Administration of President Macri seeks to connect Argentina’s underserved communities, create a modern regulatory environment, and encourage foreign investment.
Sam Kane Beef Processors, LLC Recalls Ground Beef Products
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- Written by Autumn Canaday Autumn Canaday
- Published: 10 August 2016 10 August 2016
Washington, DC - Sam Kane Beef Processors, LLC, a Corpus Christi, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 60,350 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with foreign materials, specifically metal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
Special Presidential Envoy McGurk Travels to Iraq and Morocco
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Published: 10 August 2016 10 August 2016
Washington, DC - Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL Brett McGurk and his deputy, Lt. Gen. Terry Wolff, arrived in Baghdad, Iraq today to meet with senior Iraqi government and security officials and representatives from the U.S.-led Coalition. While in Iraq, they will also travel to Erbil to meet with senior officials from the Kurdistan Regional Government. During all his meetings, Mr. McGurk will discuss the Coalition’s ongoing support for Iraqi-led efforts to defeat ISIL, with a particular focus on the planning and preparation for the liberation of Mosul.
Foothills Library will show “Cabaret,” starring Liza Minnelli
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 10 August 2016 10 August 2016
Yuma, Arizona - Enjoy the magic of the movie musical at the library! On Thursday, August 25th, the Foothills Library will show “Cabaret,” starring Liza Minnelli, at 10:00 a.m. Join us each month and enjoy a selected musical on the library’s big screen!
Consejos Para Conseguir Empleo - Employment Tips
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- Published: 10 August 2016 10 August 2016
Yuma, Arizona - On Thursday, August 25th, the Heritage Library will host “Consejos Para Conseguir Empleo” (Employment Tips) at 2:00 p.m. Topics include popular job search websites, how to fill out a job application online, and how to format a resume. There is no charge to attend; however, space is limited.
Alzheimer Grupo de Apoyo - Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
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- Published: 10 August 2016 10 August 2016
Somerton, Arizona - On Tuesday, August 23rd, Alzheimer Grupo de Apoyo (Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group) will meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Somerton Library. Caring for someone with Alzheimer's can be challenging, but a support group can give you the reassurance you need. Connect with other caregivers and share tips, advice, and support.
President Obama Announces 2016 White House Tribal Nations Conference
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- Written by White House White House
- Published: 09 August 2016 09 August 2016
Washington, DC - On Monday, September 26, President Obama will host the 2016 White House Tribal Nations Conference in Washington, DC. This will be the President’s eighth and final Tribal Nations Conference, providing tribal leaders from the 567 federally recognized tribes with the opportunity to interact directly with high-level federal government officials and members of the White House Council on Native American Affairs.