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Mountain View High Celebrates Arts with VAPA Showcase
Mountain View High School in El Monte became a vibrant hub of creativity and performance on March 6 as students took center stage at the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Showcase 2025. This special evening, hosted by the school’s Viking Informational Systems Technology Academy (VISTA), celebrated the diverse artistic talents of the students through a…
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Elementary Students Talk Shop with Administrators and Staff
By: Gabriela Angel & Mina Gonzalez El Monte City School District’s (EMCSD) Superintendent Student Advisory Council met with several district administrators and staff to share their experiences, provide feedback, and discuss their concerns when attending school. The council, composed of two selected students from the highest grade levels of all 14 EMCSD schools, had the…
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El Monte Union Urges Attendance
In El Monte Union High School District, school officials are calling on parents and guardians to help combat chronic absenteeism by ensuring their children attend school regularly. Recognizing the direct correlation between attendance and academic success, the district is reinforcing its strategy to enhance student achievement through improved attendance. Chronic absenteeism, defined as missing 10%…
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Mortgage Rates Drop, Refinancing Surges in El Monte Area
In a recent turn of fiscal fortune, mortgage holders across El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, and Irwindale are seizing a chance to reduce their housing costs. According to the latest data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the Refinance Index indicates a surge in local and national refinancing activity, hitting its highest…
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Rize Credit Union Launches Wildfire Recovery Efforts
In the aftermath of the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Rize Credit Union has stepped up to assist with recovery and rebuilding efforts in affected communities, introducing a range of supportive measures including limited-edition apparel, direct donations, and a unique financial product aimed at aiding relief efforts. Rize’s initiative gives local residents and members…
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Local Homebuyers Struggle Amid High Prices and Rates
Recent data from Fannie Mae indicates a continued pessimistic outlook on the national housing market, reflected significantly in community sentiments within the Mid Valley region, where high prices and mortgage rates are making home buying increasingly challenging for residents. The February Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) released by Fannie Mae highlights that a significant majority…
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Veterans Resource Expo Set for Pomona on March 21
Veterans across El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, and Irwindale will soon have access to a significant community resource aimed at supporting their transition into civilian life. Los Angeles County Chair Pro Tem and Supervisor Hilda L. Solis is set to host the 4th Annual LA Veterans Resource Expo at the Pomona Fairplex…
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El Monte’s Annual STEAM Festival Set for March 15
The El Monte Union High School District, in partnership with Rio Hondo College, invites the local community to the annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) Festival. The event is scheduled to take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, at Rio Hondo College, located at 3600 Workman Mill Rd., Whittier. The STEAM…
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District Hosts Charity Baseball Game for Veterans
Residents of El Monte and surrounding communities are invited to catch a charity baseball game at Arroyo High School this Sunday, March 30, at 9 a.m., featuring a friendly match between the El Monte and Ontario police departments. The event is organized by the El Monte Union High School District to support the local non-profit,…
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Inflation Rises Amid Economic Uncertainty
In the latest economic update, the Department of Commerce reported a 0.3% month-over-month increase in the Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) price index for January. This rise brought the year-over-year inflation figure to 2.5%, indicating a persistent upward pressure on prices. The core PCE, which strips out volatile items like food and energy, mirrored this trend…