Your Ads Privacy ChoicesIMDb A Brigham Young University graduate student from Japan who had his visa revoked — seemingly because of an old fishing violation — has now had his visa reinstated BYU Ph.D. student Suguru Onda got word Friday about the change, his immigration attorney Adam Crayk told KSL TV “He is reinstated as if it was never revoked,” Crayk said Onda — a husband and father of five — had experienced only one legal hiccup during his six years of study in the United States He was reportedly cited for harvesting more fish than his fishing license allowed during a 2019 outing with his Latter-day Saint church group who is a year away from earning his BYU doctorate in computer science received notice that his student visa was being revoked He is counted among the two dozen or more international students attending Utah colleges and universities who have had their visa revoked in recent weeks “I was surprised,” Onda earlier told the Deseret News I’m seeing so much news about (student visa revocations); but I didn’t expect it to happen to me.” The termination reason on Onda’s visa revocation notice “Otherwise failing to maintain status.” And the explanation said “Individual identified in criminal records check and/or has had their visa revoked Crayk earlier told the Deseret News that his client went on a 2019 fishing activity with his Latter-day Saint ward “He didn’t catch a fish — but because he was the organizer or the face of the activity (Onda) was cited for harvesting more than their license permitted.” we’re dismissing this’ — and it was dismissed.” But Crayk believes that the church fishing incident linked Onda’s name with a potential criminal case and led to his international student visa being flagged and revoked Onda’s attorney said his “low-key” client has no history of posting politically charged content BYU told Onda he could work remotely on his dissertation if he had to leave the Provo campus A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Onda has been studying at BYU for the past six years He said the school has told him he could work remotely on his dissertation if he has to leave the Provo campus Onda said he was planning to stay in the United States for at least a few years after graduation He added his family felt the support of their local congregation “A lot of families have reached out to me and brought us food and tried to offer help,” Onda said “We couldn’t do this without their help — so I really appreciate all of the community Spencer Cox said on Thursday that his office had reached out to the Trump administration for more information about the dozens of international students at Utah campuses who have recently had their visas revoked “We’ve asked them to give us a little bit of a heads-up when these things are happening We’d like to understand better what the criteria are for those changes,” Cox said The governor noted that some of the international students had criminal backgrounds “that we were not aware of; that the universities were not aware of.” “that does not appear to be the case — and so we would very much like to figure that out.” Cox said in the past that President Donald Trump has talked about the importance of attracting “the most talented and brightest” from other countries to the United States “We know how important those visas are and how important immigrants are to building our economy.” the Onda Madrid programme directed and presented by Javier Fernández Arribas tackles international current affairs every week Spain and other European countries suffered a historic blackout The collaboration of neighbouring countries such as France and Morocco has helped to restore electricity in several regions of Spain that have suffered the major blackout Energy must be considered a matter of national security professor of Communication and International Relations at the European University of Madrid will discuss the situation in ‘De cara al mundo’ (Facing the world) Pope Francis I's successor will be elected in the conclave that will begin on 7 May Peter's Square brought together heads of state and government from more than 150 countries the war in Ukraine continues and the situation is being assessed: negotiating positions the return of the body of a journalist who was detained by Russia in the occupied territories We reported on this in October's programme and signs of severe torture have been found There are also testimonies from Reporters Without Borders and other NGOs about the 30 Ukrainian journalists who have been imprisoned Journalist and correspondent María Senovilla and expert international analyst Lucas Martín will analyse the most relevant points the discussion will be led by Atalayar's regular contributors The discussion will focus on the historic blackout the succession of Pope Francis I and the war in Ukraine https://www.telemadrid.es/emision-en-directo-ondamadrid/ información y entendimiento entre culturas JEFF CAPLAN'S AFTERNOON NEWS 3:04 PM | Updated: 5:33 pm BY JESSICA LOWELL AND SAM HERRERA SALT LAKE CITY — A Japanese doctorate student at Brigham Young University will now be able to stay in the U.S. after his visa was revoked earlier this month BYU student Suguru Onda is a year away from finishing his doctorate He’s married and has five kids who all live here in Utah.  When he received word that his visa was revoked the notice read “Individual identified in criminal records check and/or has had their VISA revoked.”  just a few speeding tickets and a citation for a catch and release violation on a fishing trip with family six years ago.  He was given 15 days to return to Japan or face deportation Onda received word that his visa was reinstated “He is reinstated as if it was never revoked,” said Adam Crayk Crayk said the news of the reinstated visa came just minutes after they filed a lawsuit in federal court. BYU had already received word that his status was clear There was no negotiation or communication with immigration officials involved with the reinstatement “All I know is BYU received a call (and) he’s now reinstated.” This means Onda will not have to go back to Japan Crayk said Onda was “overjoyed” at the news the other students involved in the federal lawsuit had not yet received the same news as Onda This is a breaking story and may be updated.  Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here Festivalgoers packed the blanket area of the Napa Valley Expo on May 26 the third and final day of the 2024 BottleRock music festival Fans held the Mexican flag and cheered during the Gabito Ballesteros show on the last day of the inaugural Festival La Onda June 2 at the Napa Valley Expo Organizers of the BottleRock and La Onda festivals hosted a Napa forum Tuesday to update residents on event details and listen to their concerns With Napa's two most famous music festivals less than a month away the organizers of BottleRock Napa Valley and Festival La Onda reached out to their nearest neighbors — those living near the Napa Valley Expo About 30 residents gathered at the Expo for their annual meeting with leaders of Latitude 38 Entertainment the production company that has mounted BottleRock since its second edition in 2014 and last year debuted the Latin music showcase La Onda The 12th BottleRock will take place on the Expo grounds May 23-25 followed by the second La Onda on May 31 and June 1 particularly those most directly affected by the festivals to be updated on topics ranging from road access and street closures to trash pickup and noise control it allowed residents to voice their concerns directly and in public to the event organizers ahead of the arrival of tens of thousands of spectators each day in the Oxbow area surrounding the Third Street fairground “We absolutely understand that we are doing this right in the middle of the city of Napa,” said Justin Dragoo one of Latitude 38’s three principal leaders at the forum Tuesday “We appreciate you and will always try to listen to members of the community We’ll be here as long as it takes to answer all of your questions.” Dragoo detailed the schedule for both festivals beginning with sound-check hours for BottleRock from 10 a.m because it is far earlier than at other festivals such as Coachella There will be minimal noise as the festival grounds are transitioned from BottleRock to La Onda primarily because most changes will be to décor rather than any stages or heavy equipment with activity expected between noon and 6 p.m with the festival itself wrapping up at 10 p.m Representatives from the California Highway Patrol and Napa Police also attended the forum to detail road closures and inform residents on how to leave and enter their homes during the festivals Kristofer Jenny highlighted a new safety measure law enforcement agencies will use this year — Meridian Archer Barriers The large barriers are used throughout California at venues like the Rose Bowl in Pasadena to effectively combat any intentional or unintentional incidents of automobiles entering pedestrian areas will once again partner with the state Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to ensure they are prepared to handle makeshift bars that occasionally pop up during the festival A slide highlighting the festivals’ economic impact was also shown during the meeting According to financial studies conducted by Latitude 38 BottleRock and La Onda together have a direct economic impact of more than $115 million in Napa and surrounding areas organizers and law enforcement officers fielded a variety of questions from residents who shared issues they’ve had during the festival Those issues ranged from noisy generators to trash collection which Dragoo said organizers appreciated hearing and would be addressing “The festival takes place within the city and the community shoulders a lot while it’s taking place,” said Latitude 38 co-principal Dave Graham “This meeting is a vehicle for their concerns to be heard in public Napa residents with other concerns or questions about BottleRock and La Onda are encouraged to email festival organizers at info@bottlerocknapa.com You can reach reporter Keith Cousins at 707-256-2213 or keith.cousins@napanews.com. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Friends and family of Berryessa's Turtle Rock bar collected the money pined to the ceiling of the cafe to donate to UCSF and celebrate the 15-year 'cancerversary' of Elijah Leung. Most of Napa’s River Park Shopping Center tenants cater to locals, not wine country visitors. Now a handful of tenants have left the center, or plan to. What's up at River Park?  The sheriff's office reported seizing 13 roosters from a Carneros site where it said the birds were altered and trained to fight other male birds. Take a ride around Napa on these motorized ADA-compliant scooters made to look like various critters and creatures, courtesy of Napa Valley Rydables. Judge Scott R.L. Young denied a bid by Alan Jazeel Martinez to dismiss a second-degree murder charge for the death of 17-year-old Monica Flores after a fentanyl overdose in 2022. 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Owen is survived by his parents: Kathryn and Brent Onda; sister, Allie; paternal grandmother, Monette (David Hill) Siple; maternal grandfather, Mike (Elisa) Griffin; paternal great-grandparents: Joseph and Judith Buchholz; and maternal great-grandparents: Carrie Smith, John and Kathryn Eaves. Owen is also survived by his aunts and uncles: Mitch and Jana Onda, Magan and Michael Thiede, Michael and Ashley Griffin; cousins: Avery and Cole Onda, Maverick and Kenna Griffin; and best fury friends: Harper and Wilson. Owen was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Paul Griffin Jr. Owen was an outdoor kid who loved nature. He especially loved hunting and fishing with his dad. One of his other loves was going to the Monster Truck Jam and watching dirt track racing. Owen also played ball on the Wheatfield Little League and liked to play at the park. He loved dancing, listening to music and driving his baby sister nuts. Owen's dream was to be a pilot when he grew up. Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Additional visitation will be on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Grace Church, 1424 8th St SE, Demotte, IN 46310 from 10:00 am until the time of Funeral Service at 11:00 am with Pastor Tim Hester officiating. Interment to follow at Kankakee Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Owen's name to his family for his sister Allie's education fund. Visit Owen's online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500. Tribute Archive Positions available for BottleRock and La Onda Festivals BottleRock Napa Valley/La Onda are committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons to ensure that no job applicant or employee is the subject of discrimination of any kind Fluency in Spanish is a plus for La Onda applicants Applicants must be 18 years or older to apply BottleRock Napa Valley, featuring headline artists Green Day Noah Kahan plus over 70 additional acts takes place at the Napa Valley Expo in downtown Napa on May 23 – 25 featuring headline artists Marco Antonio Solis, Banda MS, Pepe Aguilar, Carin León, Grupo Firme and dozens more, takes place at the Napa Valley Expo in downtown Napa on May 31 & June 1 For more information, please visit bottlerocknapavalley.com and ladondafest.com Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" © 2007 - 2025 | Wine Industry Network LLC. All Rights Reserved. Despite only having two speeding tickets and a fishing violation that was dismissed Japanese national Suguru Onda is around a year away from completing his doctoral degree at Brigham Young University (BYU) in Utah as he was recently informed that his Form I-20 — a certificate of eligibility for F visa status – was being revoked without notice He’s subsequently been ordered to leave the States before the end of April The reason for the revocation being served: Onda has been identified in a criminal records check the Japanese man only has two speeding tickets on his record in addition to a catch and release violation from a fishing trip six years ago Speaking to KSL NewsRadio Crayk said it was an automatic revocation issued by a computer “It’s turned out that the Department of Homeland Security has used a tech bot to simply go out and search,” he said “And anything that comes back with any type of criminally related conduct… it issued a revocation It was never subject to human review or human eyes.”  As the action is so arbitrary and capricious Crayk revealed that he is filing a temporary restraining order (TRO) in court to challenge the validity of the revocation “I feel helpless,” he told KSL NewsRadio’s Adam Small Onda added that BYU has been very supportive The situation is also proving very stressful for his family They now don’t know whether they’ll be able to finish the school year over there.  Onda is one of many international students to have had their visas revoked without notice in recent weeks. “Right now, there are reports of at least 800 visas being revoked or students’ records being terminated,” Miriam Feldblum, president and CEO of the Presidents’ Alliance, told United Press International (UPI) She added that it’s “because of retroactive sweeping of all kinds of criminal databases that the government has access to.”  candidate from Japan has had his international student visa revoked — perhaps because of a fishing violation from years ago Suguru Onda — a husband and father of five — has had only one legal hiccup during his six years of study in the United States He is counted among the two dozen or more international students attending Utah colleges and universities who have had their visa revoked in recent weeks — and have been directed to leave the country without delay “I was surprised,” Onda told the Deseret News Termination reason: “Otherwise failing to maintain status.” Explanation: “Individual identified in criminal records check and/or has had their visa revoked Crayk told the Deseret News that his client went on a 2019 fishing activity with his Latter-day Saint ward Crayk said that traditionally international students were in jeopardy of having the visas revoked when they are connected with aggravated felonies crimes involving “moral turpitude” and offenses related to protective order violations and certain domestic violence offenses “Something that’s much more significant than keeping an extra fish,” Crayk added Onda’s attorney added his “low-key” client is married the father of five children and has no history of posting politically charged content Crayk is concerned that the Department of Homeland Security system is revoking international student visas involving minor criminal cases such as Onda’s without being verified “with human eyes.” He is also concerned affected international students are not being offered opportunities to represent themselves and present their side of the story Crayk said he will likely be filing a temporary restraining order in the coming days on Onda’s behalf A class action suit could be next as he continues to work with other local clients affected by similar international student visa revocations “A lot of these kids don’t even want their names used They want to use pseudonyms because they really are afraid to death that ICE is going to come and get them,” he said Even as his attorney explores legal options to keep him and his family in the United States Onda is making preparations for a possible return to his Japanese homeland “I’ve started packing everything in case I need to leave,” he said Onda added his family is doing as well as might be expected as they face an unexpected disruption “They’re kind of sad about it but there’s nothing that they can do He added his family is enjoying the support of their local Latter-day Saint congregation UTAH 5:26 PM | Updated: Apr 18 BYU grad student Suguru Onda in a BYU research lab BY ADAM SMALL Suguru Onda has been living legally in the United States and said he has one more year before completing his doctoral degree told KSL NewsRadio the federal government revoked his visa without prior notice due to what the government said was “otherwise failing to maintain status.” The explanation section of that notice reads “Individual identified in criminal records check and/or has had their VISA revoked.” Onda was given 15 days to go back to Japan or face the risk of deportation “I feel helpless,” Onda told KSL NewsRadio Onda was given these orders despite the fact that he has no legitimate criminal history Crayk said he only has two speeding tickets on his record as well as a catch and release violation from a fishing trip in 2019 which was dismissed with prejudice in court Crayk told Dave & Dujanovic that Onda has little to no social media footprint He said he does not have a history of speaking out about politics or participating in protests; rather Crayk said he’s learned through court filings that the government is using AI technology to locate any criminal activity amongst student visa holders and revoke their visas He said this is being done without human cross-references Attorney’s Office for comment on the matter but has not heard back at the time of publication He said they are all now having to pack for a flight across the world not knowing if they’ll actually have to leave he said what’s happening to him is unfair and it’s ruined his family’s plans “We were planning to go back to Japan in the summer … we have no clue what to do,” Onda said Onda said his children are worried about the situation and don’t know if they’ll get to finish the school year here in the U.S he said he and his wife do have family in Japan they can lean on and he said BYU is working to accommodate his school work through this situation like many other Utah college students in the same boat Crayk said he is fighting to allow Onda to stay in the country and to get his visa reinstated but ultimately that decision will be made by a judge According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement a Form I-20 is issued “to nonimmigrant students who have been accepted for enrollment at a U.S educational institution certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program.” It is described as a “critically important” document for non-immigrant students a student in the United States for purposes of study only and not immigration Follow @AdamSmallKSL Dear Reader,Unfortunately our comment platform isn\'t available at the moment due to issues with our paywall and authentication vendor Pepe Aguilar and Angela Aguilar will headline the second edition of Napa’s La Onda Festival the organizers said in a news release Tuesday Lee el artículo en español aquí. Popular Mexican musicians Marco Antonio Solís and Carin León will headline the second edition of Napa’s two-day La Onda Festival Organizers of the Latino music festival on Wednesday announced the lineup for its 2025 outing to be held May 31 and June 1 at the Napa Valley Expo which features other major names like Pepe Aguilar The festival will cater to diverse audiences and feature musical genres from regional Mexican to Latin pop Other popular talents joining the lineup include Xavi who rose to stardom with his single “La Diabla,” and Mexican singer and songwriter Eden Muñoz La Onda will also feature local and regional Latin cuisine DJ sets and a silent disco the weekend after the three-day BottleRock music The festival’s VIP pass provides access to premium bars air-conditioned restrooms and areas with improved views of the stage “The El Mirador pass offers elevated terraces and charging stations,” the organizers said Suite guests will also enjoy unobstructed views “The Platinum Experience provides the ultimate luxury choice,” the news release said complimentary gourmet cuisine and cocktails and concierge services for travel and accommodations.” Two-day and single-day tickets go on sale at noon Friday at LaOndaFest.com All ticket prices include fees and shipping You can contact La Prensa Sonoma’s editor Raquel Issenberg at raquel.issenberg@laprensasonoma.com Vine Transit buses stop at the Soscol Gateway Transit Center on Napa's Burnell Street the venue for BottleRock and Festival La Onda Vine Transit will offer free bus rides and expanded late-night service into and out of Napa during the BottleRock Napa Valley and Festival La Onda weekends Vine Transit will offer free bus rides and expanded late-night service into and out of Napa during the back-to-back weekends of BottleRock Napa Valley and Festival La Onda The program is intended to ease congestion during the two music festivals that are expected to funnel about 175,000 total spectators into the Napa Valley Expo the Napa Valley Transportation Authority said in a news release Thursday Passengers will ride into the Soscol Gateway Transit Center at 625 Burnell St. whose Third Street fairground hosts BottleRock on May 23-25 and the second annual La Onda May 31 and June 1 All Vine rides on all routes will be free during both festival weekends Additional late-night buses will serve the Vallejo Ferry Terminal and BART’s El Cerrito del Norte station for easier access to Napa from the central Bay Area Vine riders also can board from four park-and-ride lots in Napa County: - Redwood Park and Ride: Redwood Road and Solano Avenue - Imola Park and Ride: Imola Avenue and Golden Gate Drive - Yountville Park and Ride: California Drive and Solano Avenue - BikeLink Park and Ride: 300 Crawford Way To see expanded Vine schedules during BottleRock and La Onda, visit vinetransit.com or pick up a paper copy at the Soscol Gateway center Email notifications are only sent once a day Friends and family of Berryessa's Turtle Rock bar collected the money pined to the ceiling of the cafe to donate to UCSF and celebrate the 15-year 'cancerversary' of Elijah Leung Most of Napa’s River Park Shopping Center tenants cater to locals Now a handful of tenants have left the center The sheriff's office reported seizing 13 roosters from a Carneros site where it said the birds were altered and trained to fight other male birds Take a ride around Napa on these motorized ADA-compliant scooters made to look like various critters and creatures Young denied a bid by Alan Jazeel Martinez to dismiss a second-degree murder charge for the death of 17-year-old Monica Flores after a fentanyl overdose in 2022 Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account — Onda Housing Group held a groundbreaking ceremony for Bayshore Pines The Bayshore Pines community will provide affordable housing for qualified Lee County residents Bayshore Pines will provide 180 rental units president and co-founder of Onda Housing Group we expect that the demand is going to be very high given the favorable price point," he said He says the rent for a 2 bedroom in the complex will be about $1,200 a Canadian contract research organisation specialising in aquaculture has been awarded a grant to support the development of rapid diagnostic test kits designed to enhance disease detection and management in aquaculture The grant is being paid by Innovation PEI’s Ignition Fund allowing successful applicants to turn their ideas into tangible and viable businesses Onda will advance its work in creating user-friendly field-deployable diagnostic kits that enable aquaculture producers to quickly and accurately detect pathogens affecting fish and shellfish health there is a lack of on-farm testing options that deliver rapid results and Onda aims to help farmers respond to health challenges more quickly and effectively “Aquaculture is a vital industry for Atlantic Canada and ensuring the health of farmed fish and shellfish is essential for sustainability and economic growth,” said Myrna Gillis “This grant from the Ignition Fund allows us to accelerate the development of rapid reliable diagnostic solutions that will empower producers with real-time health monitoring tools.” Traditional disease detection in aquaculture often relies on laboratory-based testing Onda aims to provide a cost-effective and efficient alternative allowing for early disease detection and proactive management ultimately reducing losses and improving overall industry resilience The research and development efforts supported by the Ignition Fund will take place at Onda’s facility in Souris The company plans to collaborate with key stakeholders to refine and validate the technology before bringing it to market director of LabTech at Onda and the team member leading the development of the rapid diagnostic test kits reflected: “This funding is a testament to the potential of our research to drive meaningful impact in the industry.” Onda Receives Ignition Fund Grant for Aquaculture Project to Develop Rapid Diagnostic Test Kits According to a press release published on April 15 by Canadian research organization Onda the company was recently awarded grant funding from the Ignition Fund to support the development of rapid diagnostic test kits designed to improve disease detection and management in aquacultural operations and innovation and will utilize the funding to advance its work in creating user-friendly The rapid detection of harmful pathogens will enable aquaculture producers to detect diseases early on Note: All comments are displayed with user's screen name Please go to My Account to update your screen name Comment Policy: SeafoodNews.com and Urner Barry have made the comment feature available to encourage further discussion of our news stories or comments deemed not relevant to the story will be removed SeafoodNews.com and Urner Barry may restrict the right of individual subscribers to offer comments comments represent opinions of the poster only opinions or estimates put forward by SeafoodNews.com and Urner Barry West Coast Fisheries Infrastructure Waxes and Wanes: Part 1 Shoreside fisheries support decreases following limited fishing seasons  Editor’s note: This is the first of a three-part series on the struggles facing shoreside infrastructure that supports West Coast fisheries submitted by Pacific Fishery Management Council Executive Director Merrick Burden Parts 2 and 3 will be published later this week.  Stand on a dock in any West Coast fishing town and you will see similar things: worn wood these are just some of the more obvious signs of an underlying problem that is making fishing off the West Coast exceptionally difficult: The decay and loss of shoreside infrastructure.  Infrastructure is everything that supports a healthy fishery It means docks that need to be maintained in the harsh elements; harbors that need to be regularly dredged; fuel docks to keep vessels moving; bait suppliers; and support businesses to sell and store the gear that a fishing boat needs It means ice to chill the fish; a dock and hoist to land them; a buyer to buy them; a processor to filet and package them; cold storage; and a distribution network and reliable markets and repair services for when things go wrong The past few years have been rough for West Coast fisheries.   GAPP Gets USDA Funds for 2025 Trade Missions The Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers (GAPP) a group focused on marketing and researching Alaska's pollock industry between its receipt of federal funds for exploring emerging markets and the release of its most recent round of Partnership Program funding for which proposals are now being accepted Exploring emerging markets in South 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Japan’s Black Cod Imports Exceed 10,000 Tons 3 Years in a Row Japan's 2024 imports of frozen cod from the United States amounted to 10,006 tons though still exceeding the 10,000-ton mark for the third consecutive year the import price rose 15% from 985 yen/kg ($6.83/kg) the previous year to 1,136 yen/kg ($7.88/kg) According to reporting from Minato Shimbun the rebound in market price was due to producers suspending fishing due to fatigue from low prices Scottish Aquaculture Tech Company Ace Aquatec Raises €11.7M; Will Create 15 Jobs has secured £10M (approximately €11.7M) in funding consisting of £7.5M in equity funding plus an additional £2.5M (approximately €2.9M) debt facility The funding round was led by Stolt Ventures with participation from Scottish Enterprise and Aqua-Spark This latest round was oversubscribed and incorporates a period post-close to allow further investors to participate The funding will help the company create 15 jobs at the company’s offices in Dundee Russia Hopes for Good Mackerel Catches This Year Despite Earlier Reports of Stock Decline Russia is hoping for good mackerel catches this year despite some earlier reports about a significant decline of mackerel stock within domestic territorial waters as well as abroad According to recent statements from leading Russian fisheries scientists the Atlantic mackerel stock continues to remain stable and is not at risk of decline due to overfishing Director of Research at the Russian State Research Center of Fisheries and Oceanography explained how scientists monitor stocks and analyze mackerel catches every year Jazz Fest Bucks National Trend by Serving Real Gulf Shrimp Amid growing concerns nationwide over seafood fraud the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has emerged as a rare bright spot in the murky world of shrimp sourcing A new round of genetic testing found that nearly every shrimp dish sold at this year's Jazz Fest was made with genuine U.S wild-caught shrimp from the Gulf — a striking contrast to most restaurants across the South conducted by SeaD Consulting using its RIGHTTest genetic analysis tool examined 19 shrimp-based dishes from vendors at the 2025.. RCMP Investigate Latest Case of Gunshot Targeting Home of N.S Police are investigating the latest case of someone allegedly firing a gun at the home of a lobster buyer in southwestern Nova Scotia Geoffrey Jobert says he recently checked on some damage to the roof of his home in Mavillette and discovered birdshot pellets lodged into shingles The RCMP issued a release today confirming a shot was fired at his home in the small community near Meteghan and requesting public assistance with the case Jobert says the pellets struck his home a few.. Down East Community Mourns Loss of Fisherman Jaxson Marston In the days since Jaxson Marston died in an apparent accident while dragging for scallops the Down East region where he grew up has rallied to support his young family and honor his memory Marston's family and friends have posted social media tributes to the 26-year-old fisherman from Addison who was the father of a young daughter and was expecting another child with his longtime girlfriend The fishing community and others from far beyond Washington County have donated over $110,000 to.. SeafoodNews.com is the most widely read seafood industry news in North America We provide a quick daily snapshot of the global seafood industry we focus on the business side of the industry Our largest reader category is seafood buyers Subscription: There are two options the free subscription which you can find here. this will give you access to updates every 72 hours or you can upgrade to premium access learn more here. Navigating the Trump Tariff Turbulence: A Comprehensive Timeline Silver Bay Partners with BBEDC to Purchase Former Icicle Stake in OBI Seafoods Seafood Expo North America 2025: Day 1 in Photos What Trump Tariffs Mean for Food and Agriculture Trade The Winding Glass: Seafood Consumption in Crossfire as Global Tariff War Erupts fish farms have seen a spike in attacks from sea lions prompting companies to request the use of rubber bullets as a deterrent Sea lions "have breached the system and are being aggressive to staff," wrote Krista Sandberg regional manager of aquaculture environmental operations at Fisheries and Oceans Canada describing the situation at a fish farm run by the aquaculture company Mowi near Port Hardy "[They] have requested to [use] rubber bullets to gain control of the situation..." Fortune Sues Former Executive and Salmon Company Vikenco for Stealing Trade Secrets (Fortune) recently filed a lawsuit against former employee Christopher J Marchese and Norwegian salmon company Vikenco North America argues that the defendants stole confidential and proprietary information and trade secrets and engaged in direct competition with the plaintiffs despite contractual and common law obligations that prohibited such activity.. CHANNEL ISLANDS -- Strands of kelp glow in the dim morning light off California's Channel Islands as fish and sea lions weave through the golden fronds It's a scene of remarkable abundance — the result of more than two decades of protection in one of the state's oldest marine reserves life in the vast Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument faces a very different future The Trump administration has moved to reopen 500,000 square miles (about 1.3 million square kilometers) of previously protected waters there to.. Lobster Industry Worried About Prices as Season Begins The Maritime Fishermen's Union is concerned that prices paid to lobster fishermen in northern New Brunswick won't be enough to cover their rising overhead costs but they are concerned that "rumoured" prices of $6 to $6.50 per pound are not enough to cover the rising costs of fuel and they believe $8 per pound would be better CDFW Announces Closure of Mad River Fish Hatchery The California Department of Fish and Wildlife announced Friday the end of fish rearing at the Mad River hatchery citing millions in repair costs the department is on the hook for during a state budget crisis along with some rainbow trout living there will be released in spring Hatchery operations will then cease come June or early July “This place has been struggling with financial issues for decades,” said Peter Tira Vietnamese Ca Mau Seafood Overcomes the Fear of US Tariffs After the US announced new counterpart tariffs on imported goods seafood processing and exporting enterprises have proposed solutions The Department of Agriculture and Environment of Ca Mau Province said that Ca Mau Fisheries products exported to the US market were mainly shrimp the export turnover of the province to the US market in 2023 was 70.98 million USD (accounting for 5.91% of the province's exports); In 2024 it reached 76.78 million USD (accounting for 6.07% of the province's exports) Tuna Tune-Up: Calls for Clearer Green Claims on Cans There could be something fishy going on with the green claims slapped on tins of tuna Promises of "responsibly-sourced" and "planet-friendly" on cans of the go-to source of cheap protein are not always backed up with evidence The findings of the Marine Stewardship Council-commissioned study cast light on the way brands communicate to consumers rather than their actual efforts to avoid bycatch and source fish from healthy populations the commercial tuna fishing industry has made inroads on environmental performance Louisiana's Inshore Shrimp Season to Open May 8 in Some Parts the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission published the opening dates for the state’s inshore shrimp fishing season The following dates were decided upon for Louisiana’s inshore shrimping areas using information provided by Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) biologists as well as public comments: * State inside waters from the Mississippi/Louisiana state line westward to the eastern shore of South Pass of the Mississippi River will open at 6:00 a.m Nations Rally Against Trump’s Deep-Sea Mining Order with $9.1B Sustainable Oceans Commitments regions and philanthropists have collectively committed $9.1 billion of new funding to protect and restore oceans at an annual summit in Busan A total of 277 funding commitments were made at the Our Ocean Conference which concluded on Wednesday (30 April) and is regarded as a key precursor to both the UN’s Ocean Conference in June and its annual climate summit (COP30) in November the funding commitments made at the Conference totalled $9.1 billion.. World's Coral Reefs Hit by Worst Bleaching Event on Record Harmful bleaching of the world's coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean's reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history the International Coral Reef Initiative announced today It's the fourth global bleaching event since 1998 and has now surpassed bleaching from 2014-17 that hit some two-thirds of reefs And it's not clear when the current crisis which began in 2023 and is blamed on warming oceans Endangered Right Whales Spotted in Shipping Lanes South of Massachusetts A group of over 75 critically endangered North Atlantic right whales were seen in shipping lanes south of Martha’s Vineyard triggering a “crucial” slow zone in the area “Ship strikes are one of the leading causes of injuries and deaths for this critically endangered species making it crucial that vessels slow down to the recommended speed,” the Aquarium staff stated Thursday Voluntary slow zones encourage mariners to slow to 10 knots or less to prevent collisions with whales Advances Legislation Supporting State Shrimp Industry the Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA) issued a news release detailing the Texas House of Representatives’ recent advancement of two bills that stand to support the state’s shrimp industry Louderback and Terri Leo-Wilson and unanimously approved by the Trade Workforce & Economic Development Committee on April 23 The bill urges the federal government to address the domestic surge in cheap farm-raised imported shrimp and to take measures to combat the negative impact that such imports have on.. MLAs Raise Concerns About Need for More Dredging on the North Shore Fishers in North Rustico hit the water earlier than usual Wednesday morning after more than a dozen boats were stranded offshore on Tuesday Extremely low tides and strong winds combined with extra sand in the channel meant about half the boats that went out Tuesday morning couldn't get back to the wharf at the usual time and had to either wait for high tide to return or seek other harbours "I'd never seen the tide that low as it was yesterday," said Ian Gauthier Earning repeat recognition for their family law expertise are Scott Downing The partners were selected through a process that includes peer nominations by North Texas attorneys and vetting by an independent panel of distinguished lawyers alongside the magazine’s editors “A special thank you to our peers for honoring us again this year,” said Mr “Our entire team values our community’s input and is appreciative of the consideration by all We really care about the families we serve and thank them for trusting us in some of life’s toughest challenges.” Mr. Downing a skilled trial lawyer who has tried numerous complex high-dollar property and custody cases has been named to the Best Lawyers in Dallas list seven times He is often sought out to write or speak on complex family law matters and evidentiary topics Mr. Anderson celebrates his 18th year on D Magazine’s Best Lawyers list and has been inducted into the publication’s Hall of Fame He is a member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and maintains a robust practice focused on property division Mr. LaMorgese is one of only a few appellate family law attorneys in the state He is known for handling matters related to family law trials and appeals with a focus on international custody and jurisdictional legal issues He regularly appears before the Supreme Court of Texas and is active with the Texas Family Law Foundation The complete 2025 Best Lawyers in Dallas list is available in the May 2025 issue of D Magazine Downing & Anderson has served families for more than 30 years ONDA is one of Texas’ largest family law firms Each partner is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and each is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists © Copyright 2012 - 2023 | citybiz | All Rights Reserved KQED Live EventsPRX Podcast Garage EventsEvents Around the Bay AreaMember Benefits with KQED LiveVideos from KQED LiveWatch recordings of recent KQED Live events FeaturedThat's My WordAn ongoing exploration of Bay Area hip-hop history See Senior Director of TV Programming Meredith Speight’s recommendations from this month’s KQED 9 Watch recordings of recent KQED Live events Support KQED by using your donor-advised fund to make a charitable gift Carin Leon performs at Austin City Limits at Zilker Park on October 11, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Dana Jacobs/FilmMagic)The lineup for the 2025 Festival La Onda in Napa has been announced Headliners at the festival will be Marco Antonio Solis and Carin León and Grupo Firme on Sunday Saturday’s lineup at the second annual Latin music festival includes Xavi Both two-day passes and single-day tickets will go on sale Friday Held the week after the BottleRock Napa Valley music festival on the same festival grounds at the Napa Valley Expo Festival La Onda specializes in Latin music artists from various genres Reviewing the inaugural festival in 2024 KQED’s Carlos Cabrera-Lomeleí wrote “Perhaps only at Carnaval San Francisco do you see so many young Latinos and families together in one place chavorrucos and more were all in the house.” the two-day festival in June 2024 was hailed as a success in Napa where the region’s wine industry is dependent on the labor of tens of thousands of Latino and Indigenous workers For more, see the official La Onda festival site   San Francisco artist La Doña released "Corrido Palestina" on her 2024 album. (Beth La Berge/KQED)This story was reported for K Onda KQED, a monthly newsletter focused on the Bay Area’s Latinx community. Click here to subscribe Oakland artist DELACiiO’s latest EP features a corrido titled “R94,” which tells the story of a teenager who hustles to make money One verse contains the following lyrics in Spanish: “En las calles de East Oakland / Yo me he ganado el respeto / Muchos dan la mano /Pero te ponen el dedo (But they snitch on you).” In English it translates to: “On the streets of East Oakland / I have earned respect / Many shake your hand / But they snitch on you.” The song is one of many corridos that have come out of the Bay Area music scene since the 1960s Corridos are a type of a narrative ballad — a song that tells a story — that is one of the most cherished traditions within the genre of Mexican regional music The 28-year-old DELACiiO, whose actual name is Ignacio Lopez Jr., started rapping as a teenager but changed gears to Mexican music “Once I started dabbling with corridos natural and organic because I was writing what was going on around me in my neighborhood and in Oakland where I’m from,” he said I wanted to know more about how corridos have evolved and why younger generations think they are cool so I talked to three Bay Area musicians who have recorded corridos as well as a UC Berkeley professor who studies corridos as a tool for teaching literacy to young people as it emerged in the late 1800s in Northern Mexico oral storytelling and story sharing,” said San Francisco artist La Doña whose real name is Cecilia Peña-Govea grew up listening to and performing corridos with her family’s band especially during times of social upheaval is to witness and to document,” she said “One of my favorite things about corridos is that it takes you into a time and place Cati de los Ríos taught high school in Southern California to students who were mostly immigrants or children of immigrants who spoke Spanish at home often treated those students as if they hadn’t been exposed to literature or literary traditions when in fact many of them were voracious consumers of corridos She saw an opportunity to use corridos to teach literature and storytelling “I was so thirsty for materials,” to use in classrooms She created them through academic research earning a doctorate from Columbia University She now teaches courses on literacy and multilingual education at UC Berkeley “I felt this desire to enter the world of teacher education and prepare future teachers to not just acknowledge these literacy practices but sanction them as a legitimate academic practice,” she said is the lead singer of the Bay Area band Suenatron which blends a variety of musical genres from cumbia to norteño The band plans to release a corrido later this year titled “El Robo,” about a son who turns to crime to pay for his ailing mother’s medical care “Bienvenidos,” explores the kinds of welcomes immigrants receive when they arrive in the U.S especially those popularized by his father’s group a legendary band that formed in San José in the late 1960s Some of Los Tigres’ biggest hits include “Contrabando Y Traición,” a story about a scorned woman who takes revenge and “La Jaula de Oro,” about a man who feels trapped in the United States after his children assimilate I would see people bumping rap songs; now I see young kids bumping corridos people were embarrassed to talk about corridos,” said Hernandez “I like how corridos have evolved and how they are becoming something new and fresh This younger generation in the United States that’s how they connect with the culture DELACiiO agrees that there was a time when corridos were seen as music for family parties and parents “I compare corridos to reggaetón Reggaetón had to break the walls and the barriers to get a worldwide platform and be accepted by everybody,” he said “I feel like corrido is doing the same thing You have artists like Natanael Cano and Peso Pluma that cross boundaries.” Cano and Peso Pluma are known for corridos tumbados a fusion of American hip-hop and trap music with Mexican norteño and banda rhythms “When I am doing some research in the East Bay at different high schools and I hear Southeast Asian kids blasting Peso Pluma I hear African-American kids blasting Peso Pluma the acoustic guitars — that sound really speaks to a lot of young people in different ways “But I’m also seeing for the first time a lot kids saying like my culture is at the center for once.’” De los Ríos said that while corridos are a valuable art form, some go beyond telling a story to condoning and glorifying misogyny, crime and violence. The current president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, recently called for an investigation of a musical group that displayed the photo of a notorious cartel leader during a concert have also been a powerful tool for challenging authority “My favorite corrido that I’ve written is called ‘Corrido Palestina,’ and it’s about the genocide happening in Palestine and it really takes to heart that role of truth telling witnessing and documenting,” said La Doña The song talks calls for a cease fire and ends with “Viva Palestina.” After she released the song last fall blowback was swift from supporters of Israel I have lost contact with certain people in the industry but it’s also not a surprise.” The fact that the song received pushback demonstrates the power of corridos today She hopes young artists continue producing corridos and reinventing the art form “Representation of any type of Latinx stories is really important within the pop culture canon,” she said “I also see a lot of opportunity for diversifying narratives like having more female stories having like a lot of different experiences being reflected in a genre that’s typically been very machista To learn more about how we use your information, please read our privacy policy. Minoru Onda is a Technology Evangelist at KDDI Agile Development Center Corporation (KAG) he also shares the knowledge gained from his work outside his company spreading the excitement of technology to many people He joined the AWS User Group Japan (JAWS-UG) in 2021 and now leads the operations of three communities: the Tokyo chapter he delivered over 30 technical talks and authored more than 70 blog posts while creating numerous opportunities for his fellow members to share their knowledge and experiences Recently, he has been focusing on utilizing Generative AI on AWS, sharing case studies from his company, explaining new features, and creating hands-on content. In 2024, he led the co-authoring of an introductory technical book on Amazon Bedrock with community members which was published in Japan and became a best seller The AWS Heroes program recognizes a vibrant worldwide group of AWS experts whose enthusiasm for knowledge-sharing has had a real impact within the community Heroes go above and beyond to share AWS knowledge via social media Lloyd’s-backed cyber managing general agent Onda has introduced Onda X a new product designed to support mid-market companies in the UK and France Onda X provides primary and excess coverage limits of up to £5 million for companies with annual revenues between £100 million and £1 billion The product aims to simplify the cyber insurance placement process by removing the need for technical question sets and form filling allowing brokers to obtain cover more efficiently traditional underwriting methods that rely on application forms are increasingly seen as inefficient “Our aim is to make it easier for brokers to provide clients with access to insurance without getting bogged down with lengthy exchanges between underwriters brokers and clients,” said Alex Jomaa (pictured) “The technology we’ve developed removes this friction allowing brokers to secure coverage more swiftly and with less hassle.” Onda’s threat data indicates a rise in cybercrime activity there was an increase of more than 40% in new cybercrime groups The number of companies publicly named by threat actors rose by 35% last year the number of victims published per month rose by 64% compared with a year earlier with 7% of policyholders holding standalone cyber policies that typically offer broader coverage Onda said its approach to cyber insurance is based on data-driven risk assessment Its risk engine evaluates network security by integrating Navigator by Onda data external attack surface analysis and real-time threat intelligence Navigator by Onda collects data from networks endpoints and security systems to help companies identify vulnerabilities In October, Onda partnered with cybersecurity firm Panorays to help clients assess vulnerabilities in the systems they use How much do you know about the history of Hispanic and Latino culture and community in Rockford In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month the Rockford Register Star has partnered with La Onda to help share and celebrate the impact of Hispanic and Latino people businesses and organizations in and around the Rockford area National Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized each year from Sept Visit rrstar.com or the Rockford Register Star newspaper each day to read about the people and places that make up Rockford's Latino community The term "La Onda" translates to "the wave" or "the ripple" in Spanish It aims to honor the past while paving the way for future generations and a force that has begun to take shape within the Rockford Latino community Latinos in Rockford have started to occupy spaces and roles that were not traditionally available to them Their influence and contributions are increasingly recognized not only within the Latino community but also by the broader Rockford area This growing recognition and participation are what La Onda embodies: a movement More: Hispanic Heritage Month: Rockford's Rudy Valdez known for dedication, enthusiasm a nonprofit organization established in Rockford in 2024 arose from a clear need within the community Despite numerous efforts and activities aimed at celebrating Latino heritage there was no dedicated fiscal agent to support Latino events and celebrations it invites everyone to join in celebrating the cultural impact of Latino heritage The organization's activities and initiatives are designed to engage not just the Latino community but all who appreciate and support cultural diversity La Onda hopes to create a wave of understanding La Onda's establishment marks a significant milestone for the Latino community in Rockford It stands as a testament to the power of cultural movements and the enduring spirit of community collaboration Rockford is poised to experience a wave of cultural enrichment and celebration reflecting the dynamic and diverse heritage of its Latino residents Vic Rivera and Cat Valdez Doyle are members of the newly founded La Onda board of directors The mission of La Onda is to serve as a cultural leader for all to celebrate the heritage and diversity of the Latino identity and community throughout the Rockford area the Onda album campaign aims to capture the artist’s positive Gut Design is the global design studio of the Gut network and the Onda album campaign marks the studio’s first project for the entertainment industry Known for its advertising and communications output as a full-service agency the design wing was established last year and is seen as part of Gut’s expansion into working across entertainment Created in partnership with Lab Fantasma and Rael himself Onda’s visual campaign centres around a bold rendering of the album title (Onda is Portuguese for ‘wave’) in heavy type alongside bright gradients of colour and a series of portraits of the artist the artwork aims to translate the positive life-affirming messages of the music and augment the rapper’s own belief in “occupying spaces embracing identity and harnessing the transformative power of music to uplift communities” the shortened form of Rael da Rima (an alias of Israel Feliciano) launched his solo career in 2012 following four albums with Pentagono “Rael’s energy as a person and in his music reverberates and connects immediately,” says Murilo Melo “This was the starting point for the design also guided by the theme of the album: onda [‘wave’] The idea of musical and emotional reverberation was visually translated into a living fluid and constantly moving language.” Porto Rocha has created a bright and confident brand for the Museu de Arte de São Paulo (MASP) that references its striking architecture The Paddington director has shot a trio of black and white shorts asking cinemagoers to put their phones on silent We talk to ad agency Joan about expanding the US shop into the UK and its focus on creating idea-first work that creates talkability moments on social Brands are treading a delicate path in an age of increasing protectionism where having a strong national identity can be a blessing or a curse Copyright © 2025 Centaur Media plc and / or its subsidiaries and licensors Built by Standfirst DENVER — During National Radon Action Month Coloradans are raising awareness about the real dangers of the radioactive gas Greenwood Village resident Heidi Nafman-Onda personally knows the health risks she was diagnosed with stage 3A lung cancer and given a grave diagnosis "The really scary thing about this was I had no respiratory symptoms whatsoever This was an accidental catch," Nafman-Onda told Denver7 As a health enthusiast and person who does not smoke her diagnosis filled her with fear and confusion Her son encouraged her to test the radon levels in their home and they found the levels were twice the actionable level the EPA recommends Heidi was treated with immunotherapy infusions and since 2020 has shown no evidence of cancer Heidi and her husband, Dr. Pierre Onda, started the nonprofit White Ribbon Projectto raise awareness about lunch cancer and change public perceptions about the disease More than half of homes in Colorado have radon levels above the EPA action level and officials from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) say 500 lung cancer deaths in the state each year are attributed to Radon You can get a free test for your home And if the radon levels are concerning there is financial help for those who qualify for mitigation assistance Denver7 is committed to making a difference in our community by standing up for what's right lending a helping hand and following through on promises Lloyd’s-backed cyber MGA Onda has launched a mid-market product You have reached the limit for gifting for this month Insurance Insider is the premier intelligence solution for the London and global (re)insurance markets Accessibility | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy Fans screamed while watching Farruko perform on the second and final day of the inaugural Festival La Onda on June 2 at the Napa Valley Expo to be held in the heart of the city of Napa at the Napa Valley Expo has launched Somos La Onda to support Puertas Abiertas Community Resource Center through ticket sales leading up to the festival on May 31 and June 1 Features Editor and Special Projects Editor Festival La Onda has launched Somos La Onda to support Puertas Abiertas Community Resource Center through ticket sales leading up to the festival on May 31 and June 1 Somos La Onda — “We Are La Onda” — pays tribute to the Latino community that is vital to the success and resiliency of the Napa Valley and wine country La Onda started donating a portion of each ticket sale on April 8 to Puertas Abiertas a Napa nonprofit that serves as a conduit and service provider to Latino families Organizers said Puertas Abiertas is a trusted home and advocate that strengthens the Latino community through multicultural programs and services integrated and empowered community in which everyone thrives through equitable access to cultural wellness “We are thrilled to have the support of La Onda People in our community come to Puertas Abiertas whenever they have a need because they know we can be trusted to provide factual information and that they will be assisted with care,” said Blanca Huijon “Our focus is to proactively solve problems and follow our community's needs for expanding literacy increasing well-being and productivity for the Latino community because doing so means a happier more economically vibrant community for everyone,” Huijon said Headlining the second annual La Onda at the Napa Valley Expo are Marco Antonio Solis with additional performances from dozens of Latin musical acts spanning several genres including Regional Mexican and its various sub-genres and our heritage in Napa," said Natie Cazares of Festival La Onda "A festival created by and for the Latino community For more information, visit laondafest.com. and creatives of all kinds to apply for the organization’s Community Fund Grants the grants provide a chance to “bring your bold and community-centered ideas to life — whether it’s a public art installation The application window opened on Monday at 8 a.m Applicants can request between $1,000 and $5,000 to support their projects ACNV’s goal is to support a range of creative projects that enrich Napa County’s artistic and cultural landscape If you’ve been dreaming of a project that will engage and uplift your community — here is an opportunity to make it happen The grant application starts with a passion pitch detailing what you want to do via written response Submissions will be reviewed by a panel to assess the following criteria: Impact and Merit: How and for whom does the project/program serve in the Napa County community Community Outreach and Engagement: Plans for marketing and engagement and efforts to reach and include underserved communities in Napa County Arts Council Values: How the idea prioritizes innovation and improvement of Napa County through arts and culture and/or Plan and Develop the Project: Ability to run implement and gather support for your idea or create a realistic and achievable plan if you’re proposing a research project Completeness and Clarity of Application: How easily understandable realistic and achievable the project’s vision For more information or guidance on your application, email info@artscouncilnv.org or call 707-257-2117 Amplifi Napa Valley — a nonprofit fund that invests incubates and accelerates innovative and culturally rich live performance in Napa Valley — recently announced the recipients of its 2025 Emerging Artist Grants and Organizational Grants initiatives dedicated to supporting and investing in the next generation of artists in the Napa Valley region and other creatives with resources to further their artistic and professional development we believe in the power of live performance and the importance of fostering emerging talent,” said Olivia Dodd “These grants offer direct support to exceptional rising artists who are committed to pushing creative boundaries and enriching our cultural community.” The Emerging Artist Grants provide financial assistance for training courses and other opportunities that help artists refine their craft and navigate the business side of the performing arts with awards determined based on the artist’s level of experience Amplifi Napa Valley provides funding to partner organizations through two key areas: showcases and performance projects and industry advancement activities The organization seeks to invest in groups that share its commitment to high-quality live performance programs and opportunities that empower local emerging talent Grant and sponsorship awards typically range from $3,500 to $20,000 with requests outside that range considered on a case-by-case basis Organizations interested in funding opportunities can submit an inquiry to share details about their programs or projects The grants specifically provide financial assistance for training courses and other professional development opportunities that help artists refine their craft and navigate the business side of the performing arts with awards determined based on an artist’s experience level This year’s recipients represent a diverse array of disciplines and backgrounds with talent spanning from classical music and contemporary hip-hop to indigenous song and theatrical storytelling: Andrea Barrera – A rising 16-year-old Salvadoran singer-songwriter and winner of Napa Idol NV 2024 Barrera has performed in national competitions in El Salvador and on television programs Jocelyn Paniagua – A self-taught pianist and vocalist who played Carlotta in Vintage High School’s “The Phantom of the Opera” and was recognized as the best choir student in her class Susy Guzman – Known artistically as Suvicguz Guzman is a Salvadoran singer and songwriter born in Estelí Desirea Harp – A member of the Mishewal Wappo tribe Harp is working to revitalize her people’s traditions through song and ritual honoring their deep roots in Napa and Sonoma counties Aisha Rivera – A playwright and poet laureate of Napa County River directed the Spanish-language adaptation “Es Una Vida Maravillosa” and is dedicated to advancing Napa’s theater scene Jennifer Pan – A classical musician who has performed at Carnegie Hall, Pan has studied at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and serves as the founder of UnitedMelodies.org a nonprofit providing free music lessons and loaner instruments to children in Napa Matthew Osivwemu (Oke Junior) – A hip-hop artist from Oakland who has accumulated over 2 million streams Matthew blends his 1990s and early 2000s influences into his music Simon Eisele – A talented pianist and choir member invited to join an exclusive high school performance tour in Italy Charlene "Cher" Alberto – A singer-songwriter and playwright working on “SOL,” a musical blending 1980s music and Spanish folk influences to tell immigrant stories Amplifi Napa Valley supports projects and organizations that foster creative expression across the region The grants are designed to uplift local emerging artists by providing instruction E&M Presents for its project “IDOL NV ‘5” – Hosts Napa Idol NV a premier singing competition showcasing youth talent in Napa County Napa Valley Youth Symphony (NVYS SOMA) for its project “NVYS SOMA” – Providing professional coaching and scholarships for underserved youth in the Napa Valley music community Napa High School Choral Boosters for its project “19th A Cappella Extravaganza” – Produces the annual A Cappella Extravaganza featuring high school and collegiate vocal groups Aeternum Choir – A professional chamber choir committed to preserving Napa’s choral heritage Grupo Folklórico Quetzalén – Provides year-round classes and performances celebrating Latin American dance and culture Cafeteria Kids Theater – A children’s theater program fostering creativity and confidence through the performing arts Calistoga Theater Company for its project “UpStage Napa Valley” – Dedicated to bringing thought-provoking theater to rural communities in Napa County Napa Valley Parks and Recreation for its “Dia de los Muertos” event – A family-friendly celebration honoring tradition through art fostering cultural awareness and community connection NV Puppetry Festival – A multi-day event featuring performances and a Puppet Slam—sparking creativity and imagination for all ages Music in the Vineyards – for its “Fellowship String Quartet” – A three-week intensive mentoring and performance program offering young musicians the chance to rehearse For more information about the 2025 Emerging Artist Grant recipients and Amplifi Napa Valley’s initiatives, visit amplifinapavalley.org Take a good look at Napa’s Kohl’s building Developers have asked the city of Napa for permission to demolish the building at 1116 First St La Onda would like to thank The Rockford Register Star for this opportunity during Hispanic Heritage Month to highlight Latino leaders and different aspects of the Rockford Latino community We appreciate their commitment for Latino voices to be heard our thanks extend to many in the community for their support to bring La Onda to life there will be much rumble behind the scenes with the growth of the executive board and the organization More: Hispanic or Latino? If you're not sure, just ask — in Rockford or anywhere in the world Go Rockford gave La Onda the opportunity to raise funds by hosting a beer tent at Stroll on State from 2 to 9 p.m. Nov. 30. Volunteers are needed. You only need to be 21 years or older. You do not have to be BASSET trained. To volunteer and to know available shifts, please email Patricia Chávez, patricia.chavez3336@gmail.com keep an out for La Onda at Spring Art Scene 2025 South Main Mercado 2025 will be held on Sunday We will continue the following month in July 2025 with a Frida Fest that will celebrate all month with various activities honoring Frida Kahlo More details to follow in the coming months To volunteer for or sponsor any of these events, please email Patricia Chávez, patricia.chavez3336@gmail.com Patricia Chavez Jimenez is a member of the newly founded La Onda board of directors ShareSaveCommentBusinessSportsMoneyCarlo Ancelotti Has Made Decision On Real Madrid Future, Onda Cero ReportsBySam Leveridge Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights Sam Leveridge is a reporter based in Spain with a focus on soccer.Follow AuthorJan 20 09:36am ESTShareSaveCommentCarlo Ancelotti returned to Real Madrid in 2021 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti's future lies away from the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu after reports that the Italian has told the Spanish soccer giant that he will leave his current role as head coach at the conclusion of the 2024/25 campaign which he extended last year to extend until the summer of 2026 It is now expected that he will depart the club after the FIFA Club World Cup in the summer of 2025 The report states that the decision is final regardless of any success in the remaining months of the season Real Madrid is currently leader of the La Liga standings while also still in the Copa del Rey and UEFA Champions League with the FIFA Club World Cup not set to kick off until the summer The pressure on Carlo Ancelotti has mounted in recent weeks Liverpool and Athletic Club in November and December combined with two heavy Clásico defeats to FC Barcelona in the league and Spanish Super Cup final the Italian has remained insistent that he would see out his contract and has avoided going into more detail on his future but doing it here is a bit easier than in other places I’m happy here and I don’t think about my future I still have two years left on my contract but could coach in another country after turning down the chance to lead the Brazilian national team last season The leading candidate to replace Carlo Ancelotti is former Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso The Spaniard is currently in charge of German team Bayer Leverkusen who won the Bundesliga last season and currently sit four points behind Bayern Munich in the standings Alonso extended his contract in Germany to 2026 last year but was widely expected to leave Leverkusen after a dream first full season he oversaw a historic campaign in which the team went unbeaten for a full season in the league for the first time in history he is in pole position to replace the man who once coached him at the Bernabéu He played 236 times for Real Madrid between 2009 and 2014 joining from Liverpool and eventually departing to end his career at Bayern Munich half a decade later a European Super Cup and a Spanish Super Cup The presale for the Latino music two-day festival offers the lowest prices in all tiers Organizers of Napa’s Latino music festival La Onda announced that the presale of tickets for 2025 begins on Friday After a successful debut this summer, the second edition of the festival will return to Napa Valley Expo Park on May 31 and June 1 you can reserve an exclusive suite if you are planning to attend with your family or friends “The presale will last while supplies last,” said the press release La Onda will include in its 2025 lineup -- that will be announced at a later date -- the “most popular Latin artists that cover several genres,” including pop and regional Mexican The all-in-Spanish music festival will take place the weekend after BottleRock Napa Valley, just as it did in 2024, with two days of performances It will provide experiences that include “a relaxing spa The amenities will feature local and regional Latin cuisine Tickets can be purchased here on Nov You can contact La Prensa Sonoma editor Raquel Issenberg at raquel.issenberg@laprensasonoma.com Lee County has been striving to make housing more affordable another complex — one with a 99-year commitment to workforce housing — broke ground in North Fort Myers Onda Housing Group ceremoniously began work on Bayshore Pines a 180-unit community at 5361 Bayshore Road said his group has more than 2,000 units in development “These developments are for working class people and families making under $65,000 per year with plenty of room for the family,” Cribbs said “I’m excited to bring this important project to North Fort Myers.” Bayshore Pines will provide affordable housing for qualified Lee County residents with rent on a two-bedroom set to be about $1,200 per month as opposed to $2,000 per month for a unit at the current market rate The complex also will be elevated an additional four feet above flood plain to reduce the risk of flooding and block construction “We’re building for the long term We’re expecting it to be affordable for 99 years We’ve committed to doing that with Florida housing,” Cribbs said “This is going to be a real market driver to the community.” The total construction cost is about $70 million Onda secured $17 million in disaster recovery funds from Lee County from Hurricane Ian The state added $3.2 million in tax credits Florida Housing Finance Corporation delivered $33 million in bonds Citi Community Capital and RBC Community Investments who is on the board of directors on the Florida Housing Finance Corporation the state’s affordable housing agency said this project will serve a much-in-need group “They’re making 60 percent of the area’s median income or less With the disparity of what people are earning and what they can afford we need a correction and the only way to do that is more units,” Benson said The complex is expected to be completed some time next summer Applications will be accepted in the months before opening Benson said it is advisable that applications are put in ASAP as previous affordable housing projects have seen applications exceed units as much as tenfold “We have a multi-billion-dollar problem as a state The governor has filled the need to get us out of this hole But it’s a big hole we got ourselves into and it’s going to take a while to get out,” Benson said To reach CHUCK BALLARO, please email Copyright © Cape Coral Breeze | Contact | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy we share biographies of remarkable Latino leaders who made historical strides in Rockford It is both an honor and a challenge to encapsulate the contributions of only a few incredible individuals from the community in a single week Armando Cardenas moved to Rockford from Texas in 1963 in search of employment opportunities leaving behind the field farm worker migrant stream He has been a dedicated advocate in the Latino community His inspiration was influenced by his participation in the civil rights movements of Martin Luther King Jr Cardenas organized community rallies and public forum to advocate for social and economic support services for migrants and immigrants he helped to establish La Voz Latina community service agency and advocated for the Rockford School district's bilingual program His legacy includes founding Domingos en el Parque a summer series with the Rockford Park District More: Rockford's La Onda shines spotlight on leaders you should know for Hispanic Heritage Month Today, he continues to be active in community service and is a member to the following organizations: Rockford Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce, Friends of the Coronado, Rockford Area Arts Council, and Coalition of Latino Leaders. Cardenas was named the 2023 Excalibur finalist and winner and was recognized for his excellence in community service. Cardenas invites the community to attend the series of Welcome With Dignity 815 “Life as a Migrant, Immigrant, Refugee, and Asylum Seeker: Stories of Resilience in the 815.” The purpose of the series is to dispel myths and lies. You will hear stories of our neighbors who are migrants, immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. The first event of the series will be held at noon Sept. 25, at the Veterans Memorial Hall Museum, 215 N. Main St. in Rockford. If you cannot make the first event, the second will be at noon Oct. 16 also at Veterans Memorial Hall. Patricia Chavez Jimenez is a member of the newly founded La Onda board of directors. The mission of La Onda is to serve as a cultural leader for all to celebrate the heritage and diversity of the Latino identity and community throughout the Rockford area. Click here to read this story in Spanish. Haga clic aquí para leer en español People often share with him their fears of deportation as President Donald Trump takes office once again Luis Lamas was sitting in a storage closet behind his coffee stand — Café La Onda — in Woodburn he had already wiped the counters and washed the dishes The coffee stand is inside the food court-style Metropolis Marketplace downtown. Lamas is a familiar face in a diverse downtown where many of the businesses are Latino-owned, most store fronts have Spanish signs in their windows and almost two-thirds of the city’s residents are Latino or Hispanic “I’m like a therapist sometimes,” he said in Spanish when customers walked in and made small-talk he’s noticed a shift in the tone of those chats but there is also a resignation,” Lamas said It’s a familiar sentiment. During the first Trump administration, communities across the U.S. saw an increase in immigration enforcement. In Woodburn, officials worked to build trust with community members as U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers investigated and made arrests in the area OPB spoke with a number of Woodburn residents who said they’ve felt tension building over the past several months Lamas said fear and anxiety over arrests loom once again Before Lamas immigrated from Mexico to the U.S he worked an office job at a construction company that had contracts with the Mexican government But when the administration changed in 2018 to then-President Andrés Manuel López Obrador his company lost the contract and Lamas lost his job His family owned a small clothing store that kept them afloat for a while He’d work in roofing under the scorching Texas sun watching men get sick from the heat and then get back to work He pruned almond trees in the San Joaquin Valley of California and drove long distances to work in nurseries across Oregon A mural near North Front Street in Woodburn The city of about 30,000 is made up largely of immigrant Mexican or Latino residents “I had never done anything like that in Mexico,” he said you’d feel pain sometimes all the way to your fingertips.” “I’ve become more attuned to other people’s pain,” he said or who to ask for help because they arrive with fear.” those fears now include increased immigration enforcement from the Trump administration Whenever the topic comes up at the coffee shop Lamas said he gets a wide variety of thoughts I’ll sell and go back to Mexico,’” he said It’s the only thing that worries me the most Another man recently told Lamas he didn’t know anything about the increased immigration enforcement and plans for mass deportations from the new administration Early on in the first Trump administration people in Woodburn described heightened attention from immigration enforcement In 2017, one month after Trump took office, two buses of farmworkers heading to harvest flowers were stopped near Woodburn as part of “a targeted enforcement operation.” Eleven people were detained and seven were taken to an immigration detention center in Tacoma residents of the predominantly Latino town of Woodburn meet to talk about increased detentions by federal immigration agents The meeting was held in the offices of PCUN a union that represents farmworkers and others and which is housed in a former church these community members are facing similar threats After that raid, people in Woodburn reported a significant downturn in business and widespread fear “That sent a chilling effect in our community Children were not showing up to school,” said Reyna Lopez executive director of Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste (PCUN) — an advocacy group for Oregon farmworkers seeing an unmarked white van or unfounded claims on social media can set people on edge “It’s really hard to trust what people are seeing on social media or even what they’re hearing They’re really looking for trusted information the executive director of a farm worker union known as PCUN — an acronym in Spanish for Pine Workers and Farmers United of the Northwest — at the union's headquarters in Woodburn Woodburn’s Education Association and a network of dozens of other Latino and immigrant advocacy groups have coalesced to put together a wide range of resources like “know your rights” meetings legal services and training rapid response teams ready help families if or when there is a raid “Another thing we’re asking folks to do is some [contingency] planning If it is the case that you’re not here tomorrow what happens to your children who might be citizens and are in local public school “That kind of planning is really hard and it’s not an easy conversation to have Woodburn city officials said they’ve taken some of the lessons they learned from the first Trump administration to engage with the community “We really want the community to feel safe,” said Scott Derickson “We try to mitigate unreasonable fear in our community and encourage people to access services and resources that we offer as a local government without fear.” The city has intentionally met with local farmworker advocacy groups and religious institutions to let people know about the role of city government and the programs and services available to people without fear of arrests said it’s common for his office to respond to a call from someone who might be undocumented “It’s understandable that people do have a fear “Our message is: Please [do] not fear local law enforcement We cannot have people who are victims of crimes afraid to call the police.” Oregon’s sanctuary laws prohibit local or state police authorities from asking about a person’s immigration status or sharing information between public entities and federal immigration officials “The city has no desire to take on federal responsibilities,” he said “People aren’t going to be subject to immigration policies in City Hall if they need to come to City Hall or the library or our schools We don’t want people to retract from the community because of unfounded fear.” Oregon’s sanctuary law is already facing challenges. A three-page memo sent this week from the U.S attorneys across the country to investigate local officials who refuse to follow the new administration’s immigration policies A water tower near a train track in Woodburn The town faces fear and anxiety following the second inauguration of President Trump Lopez said she feels it’s brought neighbors closer “There really aren’t enough resources in the world to arrest every single person We have to continue to be able to provide for our families.” he’s noticed fewer people coming by the coffee shop since the election Lamas plans to keep talking with people – through their fears Tags: Immigration, Trump, Woodburn, Community Stand with OPB and protect independent journalism for everyone Listen to the OPB News live stream (opens new window)Streaming Now Alejandro was a food reporter for WYSO in Yellow Springs Ohio through Report for America — a national service program that places journalists into local newsrooms he covered the lack of access to healthy and affordable food in Southwest Ohio communities rural and urban agriculture plus the occasional general assignment story Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University You can send your news tips or any agriculture or food story idea to afigueroa@opb.org Alejandro Figueroa is a reporter and producer covering food production and agriculture through a climate change lens for OPB a force that sculpts the coast and traces ever-changing geometries the new collection by Febal Casa designed in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects translates this essence into a design language where space light and matter come together in a dynamic balance “This collaboration represents a key step in Febal Casa ‘s journey into the world of design meticulous in detail and attentive to functionality has merged with the vision of Zaha Hadid Architects a firm capable of drawing inspiration from the fluidity of nature to give life to organic and dynamic forms It is a meeting of two worlds: the precision of design and architecture that transcends the boundaries of static .” Emanuel Colombini The collection reinterprets the dialogue between nature and design a theme that represents the design culture of Febal Casa deeply linked to the typical wave of the Adriatic Riviera where the sea shapes the landscape in a perpetual process an aesthetic vision is born that can transform the suggestions of nature into fluid and contemporary forms “What we love about this project is realizing the dream that designers and artists have long cultivated: recreating the subtle beauty of Nature.” Patrik Schumacher – Principal The sculpted forms of ONDA transform matter into movement resulting in a collection in which light and spatial perception become an integral part of the design evoke the depth of water and its changing reflection offering an aesthetic in constant transformation This collection marks a new chapter for Febal Casa combining aesthetic research with anadvanced production capacity to bring into homes not just furniture The collaboration between Febal Casa and the firm Zaha Hadid Architects represents a strategic synergy of great relevance for theinternationalization of the brand The choice of combining the Italian design excellence with thearchitectural avant-garde of Zaha Hadid Architects allows Febal Casa to assert itself on an increasingly demanding global landscape where the’aesthetic and functional innovation is crucial This partnership not only enhances the brand’s identity and prestige but also amplifies its visibility international thus responding to the needs of an evolving market increasingly attentive to solutions that combine beauty and modernity “The strength of Febal Casa lies in its ability to transform a design vision into a competitive product in the global market The real value of ONDA is not only in its form but in the process that allowed us to optimize it and make it accessible without compromising on quality Design is a key element in positioning ourselves in an ever-evolving market and this collection demonstrates our ability to anticipate the needs of consumers and industry professionals .” Giovanni Battista Vacchi designed as the centerpiece of the kitchen space is available in a variable length from a minimum of 180 cm to a maximum of 360 cm while maintaining a fixed depth of 121.8 cm The rigorously designed but highly customizable structure provides for the integration of a cooktop as well as modules that can be equipped with drawers The opening system of the 60×60 cm hinged doors can be configured with groove or push-pull encloses metal-effect back-painted cast glass doors available in the following variants Metal Wave Metal Champagne Wave and Metal Iridium Wave. The worktop and sides can be customized by choosing from all the finishes and materials in the top range with a choice of heights between 26 and 28 cm features a construction with plinths joined at 45° and is available in fine materials such as Stoneware Optimum e Laminate Ensuring maximum color customization La Onda Sideboard features a balanced structure with harmonious proportions made of aluminum with a black or champagne finish accommodates the 70×60 cm metal-effect backpainted cast glass front available in the following variants Metal Onda The interior structure is designed to enhance the brightness of the storage space with extra-clear glass shelves Further adding lightness to the design are the lower blade supports available in the finishes Carbon Grey e Silver Shade which emphasize the contemporary character of the element ONDA is a visual and tactile experience that goes beyond the simple idea of furniture to become a dialogue between form The door bearing the signature of Zaha Hadid Architects fits into a collection rooted in theidentity of Febal Casa: a perfect balance between heritage and vision between movement of nature and innovation of design “Our approach echoes the timeless consistency of nature while celebrating the heritage of Febal Casa; combining flowing forms inspired by the natural world with meticulous craftsmanship in a collection that embodies both contemporary innovation and historic tradition“ Read Today’s Top Story: Matthew Gardner’s Q1 2025 market insights The project has more than 300 linear feet of bay frontage a private marina with 15 boat slips and a water sports launch dock The Onda Residences luxury condominium project in Bay Harbor Islands is officially complete with the CMC Group and Morabito Properties project having received its temporary certificate of occupancy Only three of the project’s residences are unsold; they are priced from about $5.1 million The majority of Onda’s owners are domestic buyers Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica designed the eight-story building Carlo Colombo and Paolo Colombo of A++ Human Sustainable Architecture designed the interiors which are decked out with materials imported from Italy while Enzo Enea of Enea Garden Design handled landscaping Coastal Construction is the general contractor Condos range from two- to four-bedroom-plus-den floorplans and measure from 1,809 to 3,535 square feet There are also four penthouses measuring up to 5,073 square feet two of which have private rooftop pool decks private and semi-private high-speed elevators bathrooms with Italian marble and Milldue cabinetry Italian flooring and air- and water-filtration systems Building amenities include a rooftop pool deck and lounge area The community also has more than 300 linear feet of bay frontage a private marina with 15 boat slips and a water sports launch dock with kayaks Onda also provides residents with personal parking spaces The building will offer an integrated digital concierge with WiFi in all public spaces and FTTH (fiber to the home) technology for voice “When we initially envisioned Onda, we wanted to deliver a boutique development that would satisfy the increasing demand from out-of-state residents moving to Miami from all over the country,” CMC Group Founder Ugo Colombo said “Its launch set the bar for Miami’s Bay Harbor Islands marking a new era for an area that had been under-the-radar for years Seeing our vision come to life and the new energy that Onda has brought to the neighborhood is exciting.”  and website in this browser for the next time I comment Holly Walther Lending Team Success Mortgage Partners Copyright © 2025 South Florida Agent magazine Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.