The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce and Southern California Gas Co. announced today they will jointly hold a virtual job fair on Thursday for those seeking employment in the greater L.A. area.
Everyone could use a hug from time to time. Physical contact is good for the soul and can often heal where medicine fails. Hugging someone or providing a tender touch can be both spiritual and medicinal. COVID-19 has taken that gift away from us. We are living in days where physical touch with someone outside of the people we live with is discouraged. However, there are new ways to hug people and help fulfil a need and possibly heal hurts. With food disparities and struggling restaurants doing their best to keep their doors open, there is a group that has started the “Food Hug” Program in Pasadena to recognize frontline heroes with a comforting meal by supporting minority-owned restaurants.
“The health and safety of our employees, customers and the community always come first. Contacting 811 is free, effortless and essential in making sure you and your families are protected from dangers of an accidental dig-in, which can lead to serious injury, costly property damage or service interruptions,” said Gina Orozco, vice president of gas engineering and system integrity at SoCalGas. “Whether you’re setting up a new fence or simply working in your yard – remember to contact 811 at least 2 business days prior to digging to keep you and your family safe against preventable damage.”
More support with energy bills is now available to people directly affected by the coronavirus pandemic due to job loss, closures, illness, or for seniors. United Way of Greater Los Angeles is partnering with Southern California Edison (SCE) and Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) to administer SCE’s Energy Assistance Fund (EAF) and SoCalGas’s Gas Assistance Fund (GAF) programs designed to prevent people from falling into financial hardship. As COVID-19 puts thousands more at risk of financial insecurity, EAF and GAF have extended and increased its maximum assistance available.
The Valley Economic Alliance in partnership with Valley Nonprofit Resources and Cal State University, Northridge (CSUN) College of Social and Behavioral Sciences will present a disaster preparedness conference this Friday, January 11, 2019 from 7:30am to 1:30pm at CSUN Student Union Center.
WHAT: The Los Angeles Conservation Corps (LA Corps) is hosting a College & Career Fair on Friday, November 2, 2018 for teens and young adults in Los Angeles. The event is free, open to the public, and complimentary lunch will be provided to attendees. Attendees will meet college contacts and prospective employers and will have the chance to win a free Apple iPad! WHO: Teens and young adults are invited to attend. Current LA Corpsmembers will be available for interview at the LA Corps booth. Participating employers, service providers and colleges include: CalTrans, LA County Sherriff’s Department, SoCalGas, National Park Service, Allied
Over the past few years there’s been a major shift in bringing to light the injustices that women and girls have been experiencing for years. There are many movements such as #MeToo, #BlackGirlMagic, #BringBackOurGirls and #GirlsRock just to name a few that are working hard to keep this message alive.
$100 million investment supports safe and reliable natural gas service for homes and businesses. Project is part of a multi-billion-dollar safety enhancement program.
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold several public forums and Information Sessions to provide an opportunity for customers of Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) to give their perspective and input to the CPUC about the request of the utilities to increase rates in 2019-2022.
Lane Reductions on North Sepulveda Boulevard in Los Angeles November 16
Traffic control message boards and cones will help direct the flow of traffic.
Southern California Gas Co. is soliciting applications for its Environmental Champions Initiative, in which $500,000 will be doled out to nonprofit organizations with programs dedicated to cleaner air, energy and water conservation.