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United States   (11/22/2024)

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Beef Tallow Products Imported From Mexico

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for beef tallow products that were illegally imported...
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United States   (11/21/2024)

Yu Shang Food, Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21, 2024 - Yu Shang Food, Inc., a Spartanburg, SC, establishment, is recalling approximately 72,240 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and poultry products within their shelf life that...
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United States   (11/20/2024)

Grimmway Farms Expands Recall to Include Additional Bag Sizes Due to Potential E. coli Contamination

Grimmway Farms announced the addition of four bag sizes of organic whole carrots to its November 16, 2024, recall. All dates associated with the recall remain unchanged.
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (11/20/2024)

Computer Science Playground Community Nights Return for Third Year

The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Santa Cruz COE), in partnership with the Technology Team at Pajaro Valley Unified School District (PVUSD), is excited to announce the return of the Computer Science Playground Community Nights for their third year! These free, family-friendly events bring together innovative hands-on activities and engaging experiences designed to spark [...] The post Computer Science …
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State of California   (11/20/2024)

Robert Rivas CA Assembly 29:
Speaker Robert Rivas urges fiscal restraint in response to LAO budget forecast

Speaker Robert Rivas urges fiscal restraint in response to LAO budget forecast hagamasc Wed, 11/20/2024 - 10:21 Title Press Secretary Email Cynthia.Moreno@asm.ca.gov Phone 916-319-2029 Wednesday, November 20, 2024 On Wednesday, Speaker of the Assembly Robert Rivas and Assembly Budget Chairman Jesse Gabriel issued the following statements in response to the Legislative Analyst Offices budget forecast. Speaker Robert Rivas We need …
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United States   (11/20/2024)

Wolverine Packing Co. Recalls Ground Beef Products Due to Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Contamination

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2024 - Wolverine Packing Co., a Detroit, Mich. establishment, is recalling approximately 167,277 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the...
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City of Capitola   (11/20/2024)

2025 Parking Permits Will Be Available on December 19, 2024

Village and Neighborhood Parking Permits There are four different types of residential parking permits - each with different rules, but each requires a parking permit that can be obtained from the Police Department. Parking permits are strictly enforced. Seasonal Neighborhood Parking Permits Enforcement of seasonal residential parking permits begins May 20th and through September 20th.
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United States   (11/19/2024)

F&S Fresh Foods Recalls Whole Foods Market Organic Carrot Sticks and Organic Carrots & Celery Because of Possible Health Risk Due to Potential E. coli Contamination

F&S Fresh Foods, Sacramento, CA is recalling Whole Foods Market 15 oz. Organic Carrot Sticks and Whole Foods Market 15 oz. Organic Carrots & Celery that should no longer be in stores but may be in consumers' refrigerators or freezers.
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United States   (11/19/2024)

Babcock Dairy Expands Recall on Orange Custard Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Peanut Butter Due to Undeclared Egg

Babcock Dairy of Madison, Wisconsin, is voluntarily expanding its recall on Orange Custard Chocolate Chip ice cream that may be labeled as Chocolate Peanut Butter. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume t
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City of Watsonville   (11/18/2024)

Help Watsonville Address Homelessness

The City of Watsonville is inviting community members to share their expertise, experience, and ideas to help us address homelessness together.
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City of Scotts Valley   (11/18/2024)

2024-2025 Strategic Workplan Q1 Results (July-September 2024)

This report covers the first quarter of the fiscal year, July-September 2024; and it includes specific strategies, tactics and projects the City Manager has identified as key leverage points for success.
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United States   (11/17/2024)

IHA Beverage Issues a Voluntary Recall of Super Cinnamon Powder 4oz Because of Lead Contamination

IHA Beverage of Commerce, CA is recalling Super Cinnamon Powder 4oz, because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increased blood lead levels may be the only apparent sig
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United States   (11/17/2024)

Fabalish Inc. Recalls "Kickin' Carrot Falafel Bites" Because of Possible Health Risk

Fabalish Inc, Carlstadt, NJ is recalling Kickin' Carrot Falafel Bites because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (E. coli) O121:H19
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United States   (11/16/2024)

Grimmway Farms Recalls Organic Whole and Select Organic Baby Carrots That May Be in Consumers' Homes Due to Potential E. coli Contamination

Grimmway Farms has issued a recall of select organic whole carrots and organic baby carrots that should no longer be in grocery stores but may be in consumers' refrigerators or freezers.
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City of Watsonville   (11/16/2024)

Rex Report | November

Parks & Community Services news that YOU should know
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City of Watsonville   (11/15/2024)

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale
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City of Watsonville   (11/15/2024)

Winter Spring Fun Guide

Our Winter/Spring Fun Guide is now available for viewing.
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (11/15/2024)

Gratitude for Partnerships in Building Educator Pathways

ed.PATH November Newsletter! In the newsletter, you will find resources and opportunities to help make a difference! The Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) is being retired and will no longer be offered after June 30, 2025. The Commission has developed a transition plan for the RICA pursuant to SB 488. New approved options to complete [...] The post Gratitude for …
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (11/14/2024)

Countywide BSU Organizes Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day at Soquel High Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day at Pajaro Valley High Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day 2024 at Santa Cruz High Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day at Soquel High Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day at Pajaro Valley High Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day [...] The post Countywide BSU …
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United States   (11/11/2024)

Gilster - Mary Lee Corp. Issues a Recall for Undeclared Egg Allergen in Bowl & Basket Onion Soup Mix

Gilster-Mary Lee, 520 Old St. Mary's Road, of Perryville, Missouri, is voluntarily recalling two lots of Bowl & Basket Onion Soup Mix, UPC 41190-08394 at the consumer level because it may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or lif
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United States   (11/09/2024)

Yu Shang Food Inc. Recalls Ready-to-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2024 - Yu Shang Food, Inc, a Spartanburg, SC, establishment, is recalling approximately 4,589 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and poultry products out of an abundance of...
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education   (11/08/2024)

Support for Immigrant Communities

Dear community member, Yesterday I joined a coalition of local education and government officials who released a letter affirming our steadfast support for Santa Cruz Countys immigrant communities. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education stands firm in its belief that our schools are safe spaces for every student, regardless of their background, identity, or immigration status. [...] The post …