Over the weekend, my 24-year-old daughter asked me if I remember what happened on September 11, 2001. She was about two-year-old at that time, and she wanted to hear some personal perspective from the people who witnessed the tragic events. I do remember so vividly, I responded. I don’t…
In July, Altria, Philip Morris USA Inc., RJ Reynolds Tobacco and ITG Brands reached an agreement in long-running litigation brought by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and certain public health organizations regarding the communication of tobacco-related messaging at retail locations. The court order requires those tobacco companies to supply…
Beginning January 1, 2023, the minimum wage for all employees working within City of San Diego will increase to $16.30 per hour. Tips do not count towards payment of the minimum wage. This is due to San Diego’s Earned Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Ordinance which will…
The Voice of Family-Owned Businesses Issue 60
NACS and the NMA encourages its members to help in the fight for the passage of this bill. Retailers and supporters can assist by calling or sending a message to legislators. Click here to write a letter/call Members of Congress to co-sponsor the Credit Card Competition Act. Since the…
On Tuesday, October 25th the NMA held our 2022 Holiday Trade Show hosted by RNDC. We utilized a brand-new venue this year, the beautiful Legacy Center Globe Room, named after the unique globe feature, placed in the middle of the room that can be seen from the I-5 freeway! Entry…
Every family deserves a future! Save the date for October 14th, 2022 for Hope for Iraqi Christians’ 6th Annual Hope Fundraising Dinner. This event is a night full of fine food and drinks, with opportunities to socialize and learn about the most pressing events affecting Iraqi villages. Participants…
In December of 2021 the County of San Diego Independent Redistricting Commission voted to approve the separation of Rancho San Diego from El Cajon and the rest of East County. This decision undercounts Chaldeans and weakens the voices of our community. Register in the first ever Chaldean Census…
On September 17, 2022 the NMA attended the Lincoln Club’s Annual Dinner held at the Pendry Hotel. The keynote speaker of the event was Utah’s Senator, Mike Lee. Senator Lee is a child of politically active parents as his father served as President Ronald Reagan’s Solicitor General. Prior…
On Tuesday, September 13th, 2022, the NMA hosted our Fall Charity Poker Tournament of 2022. Participants got to play at the beautiful Jamul Casino on a stunning rooftop bar overlooking the hills of the Kumeyaay Nation. You can’t help but enjoy your evening with such a beautiful view…