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 […]
Dos Mundos: Volume 45 Issue 11 • 03/13/25 – 03/19/25
In this issue • LEC lanza el fondo Adelante para ayudar a inmigrantes • Women’s History Month: Alexandria Zacny, Zury Martinez • ¿Cómo prepararse para el clima impredecible de Kansas City?
How to prepare for Kansas City’s wild weather (First Part)
Commentary by Tere SiqueiraThe Greater Kansas City area is no stranger to dramatic weather, particularly during the late winter and early spring.There are roaring thunderstorms, sudden hailstorms, tornado threats, even unexpected ice storms and snowstorms. Thus, area residents must remain prepared to stay ahead of Mother Nature.Having flashlights and food handy, and shelter options, of […]
Women’s History Month: Zury Martínez
Women’s History Month honoree juggles multiple rolesBy CharaFor Zury Martinez, Women’s History Month provides a reminder of the opportunities available to women and recognizes the multiple roles women fill.“We juggle so many roles as daughters, mothers, wives and leaders; and each accomplishment, big or small, is worth celebrating,” Martinez said.Martinez, one of the women being […]
Strategies and resources for stress control
By Tere SiqueiraHealth experts claim that effectively managing stress involves more than common solutions, such as meditation or simple breathing exercises.Instead, they advocate for precise, scientifically validated strategies designed to recalibrate the body’s internal stress mechanisms. Here are activities recommended by health experts for mastering stress and achieving optimal wellness:*Forest bathing: Originating in Japan as […]
Deportes y más deportes…03.13.25
Barcelona está en cuartos de la ChampionsBarcelona le ganó 3-1 al Benfica por la vuelta de los octavos de final de la UEFA Champions League, por lo que avanzó a la siguiente fase con un global de 4-1.La plantilla blaugrana se vio eufórica al final del partido y algunos referentes, como Raphinha, dijeron que son […]
Kansas law enforcement to assist with immigration crackdown
By Roberta PardoOn Feb. 17, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced his office and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) had signed an agreement with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security permitting KBI agents to assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in getting criminal undocumented immigrants out of Kansas.“All across Kansas, illegal aliens who […]
How to find a good immigration lawyer
Commentary by Chara Whether you’re applying for a visa or need someone to help you with your immigration case, having the right lawyer by your side can make a huge difference.Here are some tips to help you find the right legal support: *Check candidates’ credentials: Make sure any immigration lawyer you consider is licensed and […]
KCMO calls on artists to assist with plaza redesign
By Chara Kansas City, Missouri, government officials are calling on artists to help with transforming a city attraction: the Barney Allis Plaza.As stated on its website, the city recently launched a request for qualifications to invite artists to participate. The deadline for submitting application materials is March 28.“The selected artist or artist team will develop […]