Hispanic Christmas celebrations have centuries-old roots
By Tere Siqueira Many experts claim that Latinos who live in the United States have preserved most of their traditions in part because of the importance they place on observing Christmas. The origins of some of those traditions date back several centuries. Those traditions include the following: *The first Christmas: Historical documents report that the […]
Frontier hosts annual multicultural festival
Story by Angie Baldelomar and photos by Michael Alvarado On Dec. 7, the Frontier School of Innovation in Kansas City, Missouri, hosted its fifth annual Multicultural Festival. The night was filled with student performances, ranging from musical numbers to poetry. With help from parents and staff members, the students worked together to create country booths. […]
Hernandez-Jones fulfills dream with startup company
By Katherine Diaz A third-generation Hispanic Kansas City area resident has watched her dream of founding a startup company grow into the reality of a recognized internet technology (IT) and engineering staffing firm. Her name is Joelsette Hernandez-Jones. Her company is Pharos Partners, “a WBE- and MBE-Certified technology and engineering recruitment firm,” according to the […]
Former KCMO mayor receives award
By Angie Baldelomar Former Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Kay Barnes, also the city’s first woman mayor, received the Kansas Citian of the Year Award during the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce annual dinner on Nov. 20 in the Convention Center’s Kay Barnes Ballroom. Dr. Roy Jensen of the KU Cancer Center and last year’s […]
Christmas tree delivered to Kansas governor’s mansion
By Angie Baldelomar On Nov. 20, Kansas Gov. Jeff Colyer and first lady Ruth Colyer received a Christmas tree at Cedar Crest, the governor’s mansion. The Austrian pine tree arrived at the Topeka mansion via horse-drawn carriage. Willy and Mary Goevert of 4C Tree Farm donated the tree, which was presented to the governor and […]
The Complete List of 2018 Holiday Happenings at Crown Center
The holiday season officially started Thursday, November 1 with the annual arrival of Crown Center’s 100-foot Mayor’s Christmas Tree, a staple of the season and symbol of Christmas spirit in Kansas City. Over the two months, the holiday festivities keep on comin’ with something fun, festive and family-friendly to do every single day. Check the […]
Boys & Girls Clubs receive new van
Story by Angie Baldelomar and photos courtesy of Boys & Girls Clubs On Nov. 14, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City received a new van from Bridgestone as part of its “Driving Great Futures” campaign. The van was dropped off at the organization’s Wyandotte County chapter in Kansas City, Kansas. John Lor, […]
Volunteering program aims to help youth improve communities
Story and photos by Angie Baldelomar An organization in the Kansas City area offers volunteer opportunities for middle school and high school-aged students. The Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC), a national non-profit network focused on volunteering, offers youth ages 11-18 the opportunity to improve their communities through volunteering. “We offer service-learning opportunities; … they also learn […]
Hispanic Chamber hosts annual Noche de Gala event
Story by Angie Baldelomar and photos by Michael Alvarado The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City hosted its annual Noche de Gala event on Nov. 8 to honor businesses that have done outstanding job over the past year. The event was held at the Harrah’s North Kansas City Casino and this year’s […]
Hispanic Bar Association to host student symposium
By Angie Baldelomar The Hispanic Bar Association of Greater Kansas City (HBAGKC) will host a free youth symposium from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 17 for students interested in pursuing a law career. The symposium will take place at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, which is a sponsor. It is […]