Voces Consulares: Electronic passport and protection for Mexicans
By Alfonso Navarro Bernachi At the Consulate of Mexico, we are fine-tuning the last details to start issuing the new electronic passport this December 15, a modern consular document that will strengthen the protection of the identity and nationality of our population in Kansas, Missouri and the western half of Oklahoma. This advancement is important […]
Number of COVID Cases Increasing in Wyandotte County
County Health Leaders Urge Everyone 5 and Older to Get Vaccinated The number of COVID-19 cases in Wyandotte County has surged over the past several weeks, and leaders at the Unified Government Public Health Department are urging people to get vaccinated, continue wearing masks and practice good hygiene, such as washing hands frequently, to help […]
Bessenbacher lobbying KCMO to install Las Tarascas fountain
By Tere Siqueira Replica of Morelia landmark sits in storage Gloria Bessenbacher is requesting a call to action by Kansas City area residents, particularly the area’s Hispanic community.Bessenbacher, a Mexico City native who has lived in the area for 40 years, is the chair of the Morelia Sister City Committee for the Sister City Association […]
Mariachi Los Camperos brings a part of Mexico to Yardley Hall
By Tere Siqueira On Dec. 4, Mariachi Los Camperos filled Yardley Hall in the Midwest Trust Center with traditional Mexican music.Starting at 8 p.m., the Los Angeles-based, Grammy Award-winning group performed a two-hour show that included Christmas jingles and tunes in English. The production – a part of the Midwest Trust Center Series at Johnson […]
Our Lady of Guadalupe: History and celebrations
By Chara Many Catholics are honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe this week.On Dec. 12 every year, millions of people attend church to honor her and bring her flowers. In addition, in Mexico, many Mexican celebrities sing mananitas (mañanitas in Spanish).The tributes stem from the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe appearing in 1531 to Juan […]
Area offers many Christmas-themed events
Commentary by Tere Siqueira It is Christmastime again.Across the Kansas City area and elsewhere, families are decorating their homes and businesses with lights and bringing some much-needed holiday cheer. They also are attending Christmas-themed events.If you are looking to go out to celebrate the holidays, fortunately, there are plenty of area options. They include the […]
Area food pantries ready to help
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many Kansas City area families.One way it has done so is with the increase in food insecurity. Because of job losses and other factors, many area residents find it more difficult to obtain enough food.Here is a list of food pantries that offer help to area residents: Jackson County, Missouri […]
Voces Consulares: Dreamers Leaders Forum
Ernestor De La Rosa and Karla Juarez are two of the 77 community representatives who participated in the IV Dreamers Leaders Forum 2021, held in the United States capital on November 20 and 21. Coming from almost all regions where there is a Mexican consulate, the participants were in Washington, D.C. for two days of dialogue […]
Help Prevent COVID-19 Spread During Busy Holiday Season
Unified Government Public Health Department (UGPHD) Announces Holiday Hours at Kmart Vaccination Facility Now that Thanksgiving is over, everyone’s focusing on preparing for Christmas – and for many of us that includes planning to gather with friends and family. The Unified Government Public Health Department urges everyone who is eligible to get their free COVID […]
Hablando con la Abogada Jessica Piedra: U Visa Applicants – Good News!
We all know Immigration-related cases can take a while, especially after the pandemic. Have you heard about the U Visa? This is a non-immigrant application that allows crime victims to legally live and work in the United States. This is a great option as it increases their opportunities to stay in the US.However, it is […]