Wednesday, 16 May 2012 08:03
Bank Awarded During GLAAACC 19th Annual Economic Awards Dinner
Union Bank, N.A., was recently honored by the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce (GLAAACC) with the Banking and Financial Institution of the Year award. The award was presented to Union Bank Foundation President Carl A. Ballton during GLAAACC's 19th Annual Economic Awards Dinner. The award recognizes the majority bank that has consistently demonstrated the highest level of commitment to serving the needs of minority businesses.
GLAAACC's 19th Annual Economic Awards Dinner was held at the JW Marriott at L.A. Live. It honored the accomplishments and services of businesses and individuals working for the greater good of African American businesses. U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis delivered the keynote address, which she focused on job creation and plans for increasing employment opportunities. Actor Dorien Wilson, best known as Professor Stanley Oglevee in the hit UPN sitcom "The Parkers" and for the character Eddie in the HBO series "Dream On," hosted the event.
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Wednesday, 16 May 2012 07:35
. . . For Next Month's Primary Election
Whether your voting interest in the upcoming June 5 California Primary is the Pasadena Unified School District charter amendment creating sub-districts, races for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the California Legislature, or the U.S. Senate and presidential contests, you first have to be registered to cast your ballot.
With the June 5 primary election just a few weeks away, Pasadena City Clerk Mark Jomsky reminds the public that the registration deadline to vote next month is May 21.
Voter registration in Los Angeles County is open to any county resident age 18 or over, or who will be 18 by the time of the election, who is not currently in custody or on parole for a felony conviction.
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Monday, 14 May 2012 09:59
The City of Pasadena reminds the public about the following road closures and other event information for the Kaiser Permanente Pasadena Marathon, Sunday, May 20. The Pasadena Marathon and related activities spans from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, May 20. About 7,000 participants have pre-registered.
There will be a full and half marathon, bike tour, 5k/10k runs, a Kids Run and a festival.
On Race Day only, the public telephone number to call with day-of-event questions about street closures, parking, towed vehicles or sound complaints is: (626) 584-0872.
The Start and Finish line is on Colorado Boulevard, between Hill and Bonnie avenues, with closures in this area only lasting from 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May 20. The festival will occur from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the front lawn of the Pasadena City College facing Colorado Boulevard.
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