HCC president encourages businesses to attend national conference
By Angie Baldelomar Carlos Gomez, president of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City (HCC), sees this year’s U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) as one that will provide opportunities for area and small Hispanic businesses.Specifically, the conference, scheduled for Oct. 6-8 at the Kansas City (Missouri) Convention Center, will give those businesses […]
Eugenia Ortiz showcases third heart design in area exhibit
Ortiz showcases third heart design in area exhibit Eugenia Ortiz is familiar with the “Parade of Hearts” exhibit.The Greater Kansas City area-based artist has had her work featured in the exhibit for three straight summers. Her design on a heart sculpture this year, titled “KC Hive Heart,” prominently features hexagons.“I picked this design because of […]
Legislators host disscussion of neighborhood violence prevention in KC
On July 25, Legislator Donna Peyton (2nd District- at- large) and Legislator Manny Abarca IV (1st District) invited the public to Macedonia Baptist Church located at 1700 East Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City, Missouri 64109 to discuss the continuing rise of neighborhood violence in Kansas City. There was a panel discussion featuring neighborhood leaders to share […]
Family sparks Delatorre’s “Parade of Hearts” contribution
By Chara Araceli Delatorre owes her contribution to this year’s “Parade of Hearts” exhibit to her family – specifically, one family member.“My cousin sent me an Instagram post about it saying I should join,” she said.Delatorre followed her cousin’s advice. She contributed a piece titled “Corazon Floreciente” to the exhibit of decorated heart sculptures on […]
USHCC announces KCMO will host national conference
Story by Roberta Pardo and photos by Sonia Falcon and Ed Reyes The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) recently announced that its 45th annual national conference will be held in October in Kansas City – a return to the organization’s roots.Co-hosted with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City, the conference is […]
Baby of recently arrived immigrant discharged from NICU
Story by Angie Baldelomar and photos by Gabrielle Brancato, courtesy Saint Luke’s Health System Baby of recently arrived immigrant discharged from NICUStory by Angie Baldelomar and photos by Gabrielle Brancato, courtesy Saint Luke’s Health SystemSt. Luke’s Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NCIU) is celebrating a special discharge.A baby boy born 10 weeks earlier to a […]
KC Dream Center helps those needing food, clothing
By Angie Baldelomar A nonprofit is helping those needing food and clothing.That nonprofit is the Kansas City Dream Center, based in Kansas City, Kansas. Brian Hughes, executive director, describes it as faith-based and oriented toward community outreach.“We help people with food and clothing and point people towards resources,” Hughes said. “We don’t have a housing […]
Father of the Year: Ed Reyes“Having a child will change you”
By Chara Edward Reyes, a resident of Overland Park, Kan., has faced various challenges in life. However, the love he feels for his family inspires him to live life to the fullest.“Being together as a family is everything,” he said.His wife, Susie, and his children, Kate and Kylie, have been a constant source of inspiration […]
KCKPS honors National Police Week
By Roberta Pardo Kansas City, Kansas, Public Schools (KCKPS) gave a shout out the week of May 13 on its Facebook page to honor the KCKPS Police Department.In honor of National Police Week, the school district recognized the work police officers do in helping educate students at the district’s schools.“They keep our students, staff and […]
Mexican Consulate to host opening of new art exhibit
By Angie Baldelomar The Consulate of Mexico in Kansas City, Missouri, will soon have an exhibit on display.On June 7, the consulate will host the opening reception for “Energy and Transformation 2024,” a painting exhibit by artist Pedro Trueba, in the consulate’s art gallery space. The event ties in with First Fridays, a monthly event […]