How to prepare for Kansas City’s wild weather: Second Part
How to be ready for a storm Commentary by Tere SiqueiraBecause storms are unpredictable and can pose serious risks, it’s important to have the right supplies to ensure you and your loved ones stay safe.Here are the key supplies you need to be ready for any storm, as recommended by multiple emergency management experts: *Water: […]
Deportes y más deportes… 03.20.25
Sporting KC consigue su primer punto de la temporadaEl Sporting Kansas City iba perdiendo 3-0 ante Minnesota United y remontó para empatar 3-3 el partido por la cuarta fecha de la temporada 2025 de la MLS.Los dirigidos por Peter Vermes consiquen así su primer punto de la temporada y logran detener la racha de 10 […]
Museum to host event focused on Spanish-language media
By Roberta Pardo The Museum of Kansas City is hosting an event highlighting Spanish-language media.From 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday (March 22), the museum will host an installment in its Nuestro Legado/Our Legacy Series. This installment is titled “The Importance of Spanish Language Media in Kansas City.”“Spanish-language media in Kansas City plays a vital role […]
You can help fight global warming
By Chara Global warming is dangerous.For decades, scientists have warned laypeople about the warming of the Earth’s surface. We’re all seeing the consequences, including extreme temperatures, melting icecaps and rising sea levels that are contributing to horrific storms.Fortunately, there are still ways to combat global warming. Here are some practical steps you can take to […]
Editorial: National Kidney Month
Just over 70 years ago, two young men and their surgeon made medical history. On Dec. 23, 1954, 23-year-old Ronald Herrick became the first ever organ donor. He gave up one of his kidneys for his twin, Richard, who was dying of kidney disease. Richard thus became the first recipient of a living human organ […]
How to pick the right child care facility
Commentary by CharaFor people with children, picking the right child care facility is an important decision.That’s particularly true for Hispanic families. They want not only quality child care, but also seek facilities that align with their cultural values and language preferences.Here are some tips to help you find the right child care provider: *Identify your […]
Women’s History Month: Monica Cabrera
Therapist, WHM honoree finds special meaning in MarchBy CharaMarch is a special month for Monica Cabrera.For one, it’s Women’s History Month – a time to celebrate women’s achievements, including hers. She’s among the women being honored by Dos Mundos this month.In addition, it’s National Social Work Month – a time to honor those who dedicate […]
Women’s History Month: Jessica Carpio
Jessica Carpio finds passion in occupational therapyBy Angie BaldelomarJessica Carpio always knew her career path would be in the medical field; she just didn’t know what exactly she would do.With considerable trial and error, she found her path: occupational therapy.Carpio is among the women being honored in March by Dos Mundos in observance of Women’s […]
Nonprofit offers academy as affordable child care option
Story by Angie Baldelomar and photo cortesy by elcentroinc.com El Centro Inc. is providing what it considers an affordable option for child care for the community: the Academy for Children.Located at 1340 S. 30th St. in Kansas City, Kansas, the Academy for Children is a dual-language early childhood education program that offers full-day, year-round care […]