La X 1250 AM debuts new look
By Angie BaldelomarReyes Media Group’s (RGM’s) KYYS studio — home of La X 1250 AM — is enjoying an updated space.After many years of operating with dated equipment, hosts and guests alike can enjoy the upgrades, said Ed Reyes, RGM business development manager.“It’s been nice to see the station get the improvements after many years […]
Mexican pride/Cinco de Mayo celebration set for Bethany Park
By Tere Siqueira On May 6, Kansas City, Kansas, will come alive with the spirit of Mexico, as Bethany Park hosts a Cinco de Mayo celebration.Organized by the Central Area Betterment Association (CABA), the event will begin at 10 a.m. The event will feature a mix of music, dance, food and other family activities.Eli Lugo […]
Kansas motorists may renew licenses online
By CharaThe Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) recently announced that Kansans can renew their driver’s licenses online via iKan.Kansans can access iKan – a digital platform that provides interface with access to various state agencies’ services – via the web, and mobile apps for Apple and Android devices. iKan’s online services include “renewing driver’s licenses […]
KCMO teenager shot after accidentally knocking on wrong door
By Tere Siqueira A Kansas City, Missouri, teenager suffered critical injuries after being shot twice when he accidentally knocked on the wrong house door.Multiple media outlets reported that the homeowner, 84-year-old Andrew D. Lester, shot 16-year-old Ralph Yarl in the head and again in the arm after falling. According to the family, the teen was […]
UGPHD Accreditation is Important!
Here’s another major UGPHD accomplishment that benefits our community – in February 2021 the UGPHD was awarded national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). The PHAB is a nonprofit organization that administers the national accreditation program, which is designed to improve and protect the health of the public by advancing and transforming the […]
First Latina in space to speak at KCMO’s Linda Hall Library
By Angie BaldelomarThe first Latina to go to space is coming to the Kansas City area.Astronaut Dr. Ellen Ochoa will speak about her experiences in space and the future of human spaceflight at 6:30 p.m. on April 6 at the Linda Hall Library.“Dr. Ochoa is a true pioneer and has led an impressive life of […]
Memorial Hall to host KC Golden Gloves Tournament
By Chara More than 100 amateur boxers will soon head to Kansas City, Kansas, hoping to secure spots in a national tournament.From April 13 to 15, the young fighters will compete in The KC Golden Gloves Tournament at Memorial Hall, located at 600 N. Seventh St. Trafficway. Champions at the regional tournament will then compete […]
Women’s History Month: Miel Castagna-Herrera,celebrates heritage through Cafe Corazon
Women’s History Month: Melanie Arroyo supports community through art therapy
By CharaAs a girl, Melanie Arroyo realized she wanted to get into art therapy.As a woman, Arroyo helps people with mental health issues through art. Because of her work in therapeutic art – and in politics – she joins the Latinas honored by Dos Mundos in March in observance of Women’s History Month.A native of […]
Women’s History Month: Ramona Farris
Cada marzo, en honor al Mes de la Historia de la Mujer, Dos Mundos rinde homenaje a las latinas cuyos logros han ayudado y/o inspirado a la comunidad. Una de las homenajeadas de este año es Ramona Farris, que ha dedicado su vida a defender a la comunidad hispana.Farris es socia de Madison West Consulting, […]