Stearns Named New Secretary Of Agriculture And Services
James G. Stearns will replace Earl Coke as secretary of the Agriculture and Services Agency. A former director of Conservation, Stearns will liaison cabinet and 10 state departments, taking office September 15. He emphasizes coordinated policy, cost efficiency, and advancing Reagan’s service goals.
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Capitol News Service
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Earl Coke
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Department of Conservation
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Department of Agriculture
Public Employees’ Retirement System
Franchise Tax Board
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Teachers’ Retirement System
Department of Industrial Relations
Office of the Fire Marshal
Department of General Services
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Department of Veterans Affairs
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General Services
Personnel Board
United States Senate
Departments of Conservation, Fish and Game and Water Quality Control Board
Ex-cop helps kids turn off drugs and find faith
A former Orange County deputy, Steve Koska, once a narc, now volunteers with a Melodyland drug prevention program. He shares his story at a Tuesday prayer meeting with about a thousand youths who have turned from drugs to religion. He later joined a full-time role with the group. He recounted a near-fatal crash that led to his recovery and new calling. He edits the religious newspaper and supports outreach while guiding at-risk youths.
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Capitol News Service
Anaheim
Capitol
Melodyland
Steve Koska
Narc
Orange County
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Charla
Sheriff's Office
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