Women’s Month: Oropeza moved by her faith to serve
By Chara When Virginia Oropeza came to the Kansas City area from Mexico, she never thought she would fall in love and stay. Invited by Grupo Azteca to paint a mural, Oropeza came to the area in 1998. Even after 20 years, she remembers that moment as one precious memory. “They first went to my […]
Mexico still attempting to rebuild after 2017 earthquake
By Tere Siqueira On Sept. 19, 2017, an earthquake struck Mexico, killing hundreds of people and leaving thousands without places to live, study or work. Six months later, the effectiveness of the recovery effort is being questioned. Many affected Mexico City area residents are still sleeping in tent camps in the street, awaiting a response […]