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power, ego & the impact of public discourse: an analysis of the IV data center controversy (part 1)
What began as a policy discussion about a proposed AI data center in Imperial County has evolved into something far more revealing.
around the valley: ‘nuestras raices’ to link up lowriders y mas for their annual cinco de mayo car show
written by roman t. flores, freelance journalistedited by sarina e. guerrawebsite by justin orsino Helping me keep gas in the tank for this column is…
$2.8 billion or a bad deal? inside the imperial data center showdown
On March 26th, 2026, the Imperial Board of Supervisors had their special meeting regarding the data center. It lasted just over three…
“the moody foodie”: brawley senior citizens club 1988 cookbook stirs up nostalgia
written by letty guerra, citizen journalistedited by sarina e. guerrawebsite by justin orsino Being the budget-minded adventurer that I am, I’m always…
around the valley: desert daze brew fest looks to perk up locals, showcase talent
written by roman t. flores, freelance journalistedited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino In the grand landscape of the Imperial Valley, sad to…
28,000 to 1.7 million: should i stay or should i go?
submitted by jessica kenagyedited by sharon burnsformatted by justin orsino I’ve lived in the Imperial Valley my whole life. More specifically, I’ve lived in…
lucas lair talks vwe, imperial valley wrestling and his road to the top
I first went to San Diego Comic-Con in the summer of 2008. Back then, you could still grab tickets without fighting the…
data centers: elections have consequences
The controversy surrounding the proposed Data Center on county land near Imperial and El Centro is more than a single land-use dispute—it…
“devout, complicated, enduring”: vincent “vince” hugh mousel passes away unexpectedly
Vincent “Vince” Hugh Mousel of El Centro, CA, aged 63, passed away on January 8, 2026 after being hit by a car…
how one family’s struggle exposes the gaps in america’s mental health system
This family's mental health journey opened a door into a system experts have been warning about for decades; a system chronically under-resourced…
to be or not to be: prop 50 spurs record voter turnout prompting hope for local dems
submitted by eric reyes, citizen journalist edited by sarina e. guerra formatted by justin orsino
big city life, small-town heart: comedian willie barcena makes cathartic comeback in heber
edited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino Los Angeles-based comedian Willie Barecena makes his way back to the Imperial Valley to…el centro’s education crossroads: evictions, enforcement & a new arts school—all at once
El Centro’s education system isn’t just changing—it’s spinning. In the past two years, the El Centro Elementary School District (ECESD) has faced…
dead presidents: an indigenous critique of american capitalism
written by linda martinezedited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino Currency, Capital, Dough, Silver, Loot. It’s all one and the same.…$5,000 for a kidney, $100,000 for a life: inside a borderland organ trade
A Vice TV investigation uncovers how organ traffickers in Mexicali lure stranded migrants into selling their kidneys for $5,000, while U.S. recipients…
pure intentions: a pro-wrestling prodigy’s journey
Pro-wrestling has a unique energy. Even if it’s not your thing, the size and passion of the fans is undeniable. World Wrestling…
the man from jalisco wins again! lead actor talks trade, identity & healing with people’s press
edited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino RJLB Picture’s The Man From Jalisco recently racked up another win, most recently at…
old glory, open doors, and one curious kid: a morning at el centro’s fire station
Driving toward Walmart with my son, Jared, on a warm Saturday morning, I noticed something shining bright against the Imperial Valley sky—Old…
“I sat with death”: a reflection on life & current events
written by gil rebollaredited by sarina e. guerra I’ve been sitting with Death. First, it was at my grandma’s bedside. Again, less…
dear local politicians: why cut ribbons when you could cut rent?
written by sharon burns, regular contributoredited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino Politicians in Imperial County and the border region really…
mariachi acero goes to guadalajara, takes valley spirit to international conference
story by jonathan miranda cuevas adapted by andreya martinez & sharon burnsedited by sarina e. guerra edited & formatted by justin orsino…
the good work in the quiet moments
A reflection on Ephesians 2:10, a homeless man and his cat, and St. Thérèse’s “Little Way”—showing how small acts of love carry…vile or virtuous: evangelical pastor speaks on kirk
edited by sarina e. guerraquestions/formatting by justin orsinoanswers by chris nunn 1. What was your immediate reaction to Charlie Kirk’s death, and…vile or virtuous: liberal military vet speaks on kirk
edited by sarina e. guerraquestions/formatting by justin orsinoanswers by sky ainsworth 1. What was your immediate reaction to Charlie Kirk’s death, and…vile or virtuous: liberal military vet + evangelical pastor speak on kirk
edited by sarina e. guerraquestions/formatting by justin orsino Editor’s NoteThis story began as a simple request for comment that became a kind…understanding the system: conversation over chaos
edited by sarina e. guerra The past week reminded me why I stepped away from political debate in 2018. I always followed…on the passing of charlie kirk: amidst grief, I choose to speak
edited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino The passing of Charlie Kirk hit me like a blow to the chest. I…
papa was a veterinarian, luli sold furniture
submitted by jessica kenagyedited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino I only have two grandparents. My grandpa (Papa) is from my…from rage to relief: the day my grocery box disappeared
written by sharon burnsedited by sarina e. guerraformatted by justin orsino Yesterday evening, I was ready to raise hell. I came home…