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Muralists fill KC streets with art
By Angie Baldelomar When Isaac Tapia and Rodrigo “Rico” Alvarez started doing murals, they could never have imagined they would become a sought-after muralist duo in the Kansas City area.Tapia and Alvarez — from Mexico and Uruguay,
Mexican restaurant’s legacy continues after 30 years
By Angie Baldelomar In September, Rudy’s Tenampa celebrated a huge milestone: 30 years of serving the Kansas City area.Opened in 1993 by Rudy and Margaret Garcia, Rudy’s Tenampa has become a staple of the area’s Hispanic community,
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Muralists fill KC streets with art
By Angie Baldelomar When Isaac Tapia and Rodrigo “Rico” Alvarez started doing murals, they could never have imagined they would become a sought-after muralist duo
Sifuentes among those remembered by in-production documentary
By Tere Siqueira When Americans observe Veterans Day on Nov. 11, they’ll pay tribute to the contributions millions of Hispanics have made as part of the U.S. military.One of those service members they’ll honor is a deceased World War II veteran from the Kansas City area whose story will be
Sun Fresh Calle 18 and Reyes Media Group host annual Trunk or Treat
Photos by Diana Reyes-Raymer and Emmily Infante Sun Fresh Calle18 y Reyes Media Group celebran Trunk or Treat
Kansas Latino Community Network hosts luncheon with Latina leaders
Story by Angie Baldelomar and photos by Lia Caro and Michael Negrete On Oct. 25, the Kansas Latino Community Network hosted an “afternoon of networking and conversation” centered around the book “Latina Leadership Lessons,” edited by Hon. Delia Garcia.In partnership with Communities Concerned for Immigrants and Refugees, the luncheon featured not
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Deportes y más deportes… 11.23.23
Copa América ya tiene sede de arranquePor medio de un mensaje en sus cuentas de redes sociales, la CONMEBOL anunció que la Copa América, que
Use of AI in art world a concern to some
By CharaSomething has arrived in the art world that’s changing how people are creating art: artificial intelligence (AI).And some artists aren’t fans of it.AI is
Jorge Ramos: Trump deportaría a millones
Este siempre ha sido el sueño de Donald Trump: deportar la mayor cantidad posible de indocumentados. Durante su presidencia (2017-2021), su administración deportó a cientos
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Dos Mundos: Volume 43 Issue 47 • 11/23/23 – 11/29/23
In this issue • Muralistas locales llenan de arte las calles de KC • Kansas City Ballet continúa la tradición navideña del Cascanueces • Crear arte
Community
Kylie Reyes celebrates XV birthday
On Nov. 18, Edward and Susie Reyes celebrated the 15th birthday of their daughter, Kylie. The ceremony was hosted at the Johnson Court Historical Museum Station.
Aileen Salazar celebrates XV birthday
On Nov. 4, Jesus and Olga Salazar celebrated the 15th birthday of their daughter, Aileen Salazar. The ceremony was hosted at Memorial Station in Belton, Mo.
GCI encourages community to participate in Adopt-A-Family
By Angie Baldelomar Guadalupe Centers Inc. (GCI) wants to bring joy to families in need this holiday season.Through the Adopt-A-Family program, people in the community can
Editorial
Editorial: Hope & help inform this Thanksgiving
As part of the research for her most recent book, “She Come by It Natural”, author Sarah Smarsh attended concerts on Dolly Parton’s 2016 tour.
Editorial: Defeating our common enemies
Five people in Olathe have tested positive for what was, at the dawn of the 20th century, the world’s “most feared disease.” Today, tuberculosis, once
Editorial: Voter apathy for presidential candidates
There’s a nettlesome enthusiasm gap for the 2024 presidential election. At the heart of it is an abysmal lack of enthusiasm for the two major
Editorial: Halloween: deliciously ghoulish whimsy, safely
Halloween, the first celebration of this year’s autumn-into-winter holiday season is next Tuesday. It’s well-timed, a delightful distraction giving license to redirect attention from worrying
Editorial: KC’s Westside CAN & does
Last weekend, 173 cats and dogs were vaccinated, microchipped and licensed at a low-cost drive-thru pet clinic on Kansas City’s storied Westside. In September, 2,287
Sports
Defense stands firm in KC’s overseas victory over Miami
One of the biggest fans of Kansas City’s defense might be one of its players on offense: Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes II.Mahomes was particularly appreciative
Deportes y más deportes…11.09.23
Kansas City está en semifinales de la Conferencia OesteEl Sporting de Kansas City le ganó 2-1 al St. Louis City SC en el 2do. juego
Deportes y más deportes… 11.23.23
Copa América ya tiene sede de arranquePor medio de un mensaje en sus cuentas de redes sociales, la CONMEBOL anunció que la Copa América, que está supuesta iniciar el próximo 20 de junio tendrá su primer partido en Atlanta. Asimismo, dicho organismo informó que el último partido será jugado en
Kansas City Ballet carries on holiday tradition
By Roberta Pardo Kansas City Ballet carries on holiday tradition An annual tradition of the Kansas City Ballet, staging “The Nutcracker,” will continue this holiday
Entretenimiento
Contain the Rain offers reimbursements for JoCo residents
By Tere Siqueira This spring, stormwater runoff is being tackled head-on by Contain the Rain, a program available for residents in cities across Johnson County, Kansas.Through
Spectacular Circus coming to KC
By Chara Circus-lovers can get their fill of acrobats, aerialists, animals, daredevils and clowns this weekend in Kansas City, Missouri.The Spectacular Circus will stage performances
“The Mystery of Christmas” returns
By Tere Siqueira A familiar holiday tale is getting a new treatment.The Dramatic Truth Ballet School of Kansas City, Missouri, will present a series of
Lugo growing her music career
By Roberta PardoElizabeth “Eli” Lugo’s music career is growing.Lugo started singing when she was 6. A DJ at an event at her local church heard
El último adiós a Octavio Ocaña
¿Quién era Octavio Ocaña?El actor de 22 años tuvo una corta, pero fructífera carrera en la televisión, su personaje más recordado fue Benito en la
Travel
Street talk: Traveling during a pandemic
By Angie BaldelomarAs more places reopen, more people are traveling again.Recently, Dos Mundos asked some people in the community who had traveled about their experiences.
Get used to new way of traveling
Commentary by Tere Siqueira In a COVID-19 world, it is essential to learn a new way of traveling.The World Travel and Tourism Council has developed
CDC issues travel recommendations for fully vaccinated people
By Chara On April 2, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new travel guidelines for people who have received the COVID-19 vaccine.People
Factors to Consider When Moving to a New City
Guest Post Hire A Helper Saying sayonara to your humble abode in search of new opportunities and a change of scenery? You’re not alone—the average
Wonderful World: Discover Asheville
By Tom Sawyer Welcome tourists! In this edition, we have to talk about a city in the United States that has a unique natural beauty
Immigration
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Why is an emergency plan important?
Immigration laws in the United States are constantly changing and therefore it is important to be prepared for your peace of mind and that of your
The inhumane treatment of migrants, a danger at the border
Healthcare providers struggle to meet migrant needs at the U.S.-Mexico border By Tere SiqueiraThe journey of migrants at the southern border of the United States
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, what is it?
The Special Immigrant Juvenile Status is a program for young immigrants living in this country without their parents. Attorney Jessica Piedra explains more about this
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: How to apply for asylum?
There are different ways in which a person can apply for an asylum case. Attorney Jessica Piedra explains important points to consider in the Asylum
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: LGBTQIA+ community and their immigration rights
In June we celebrate and commemorate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. Throughout history the LGBTQIA+ community has had to face several obstacles just by existing and being