🌱 Why is Imperial suing the county over a secretive data center?
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In today's newsletter:
- Why is Imperial suing the county over a secretive data center?
- Could Imperial teens really graduate college before finishing high school?
- Why Imperial County’s first public menorah became a stand against hate
Also on today's calendar: SHS Bands and Orchestras present "Sounds of the Season." and 1 more event.
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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 80 and low of 47 degrees.
- Thursday: Very warm with hazy sun, temps: high: 81, low: 48.
- Friday: Remaining warm with hazy sun, with a high of 81 and low of 47 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. City Of Imperial Sues The County Of Imperial (kxoradio.com) — Imperial city officials have filed a lawsuit against Imperial County, demanding more transparency about a large proposed data center planned between El Centro and Imperial near Aten and Clark. The city says it isn’t seeking money, but wants answers on who is behind the project, how recycled water and power from Imperial Irrigation District would be used, and why local communities haven’t been consulted. 
2. Trail blazing duo make history (thedesertreview.com) — Imperial Valley families may be interested that dual-enrollment through Imperial Valley College is helping local teens like Noah and Edward Munguia earn college degrees while still in high school. The brothers, competing in sports and academics, are using IVC’s dual and concurrent enrollment options available to students at schools including Imperial High to fast-track their futures.
3. Imperial County lights first public menorah (ivpressonline.com) — Imperial County gathered in Imperial to light what organizers say is the county’s first public menorah, uniting Jewish residents, local officials, and Mexican consular representatives. Speakers stressed standing against antisemitism and using Hanukkah’s message of light to confront fear and recent violence abroad while strengthening community ties in the Imperial Valley.
4. Report on Burrowing Owl (kxoradio.com) — Imperial-area residents can take note that a new 30-year study submitted by the Imperial Irrigation District finds Western Burrowing Owl populations in the Imperial and Coachella valleys are healthy, stable, and in some places increasing. With more than 7,100 breeding pairs counted, the report argues the owls don’t currently warrant listing under the California Endangered Species Act, and is now under review by state wildlife officials.
📸 Around Imperial
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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PIT Committee Meeting
desert trails, 225 Wake Ave, El Centro
3:30 pm
Thursday December 18
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Other local events
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Women's Burn Survivor Support Group
Burn Institute , 612 S J St #3 , Imperial
6:30 pm -
SHS Bands and Orchestras present "Sounds of the Season."
Southwest High School , 2001 Ocotillo Dr , El Centro
7:00 pm -
All In-Person (and Zoom) Burn Survivor Meetings
UCSD Regional Burn Center , 200 W. Arbor Dr. 8th floor conference room , San Diego
6:30 pm
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Wednesday December 24
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🗓 Events Nearby
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The Cibola Raiders vs. the Imperial Tigers
Imperial High School , 517 W Barioni Blvd , Imperial
6:00 pm -
2025 Christmas in the Park
Holtville Chamber of Commerce , 101 W 5th St , Holtville
5:30 pm -
Mixed Media with Bob
455 W State St , El Centro
7:00 pm -
Felt Christmas Ornament with Madame Michelle
455 W State St , El Centro
10:00 pm -
Kids Painting with Caro
455 W State St , El Centro
8:30 pm -
California Mid Winter Fair
Imperial Valley Expo , 200 E 2nd St , Imperial
9:30 am
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Saturday December 20
Friday February 27
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Home Depot (Retail) posted a job opening for Freight/Receiving in Imperial. Apply here.
- O'Reilly Automotive posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager in Imperial. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Imperial here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
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