JCDHE’s COVID-19 drive-thru testing
It is scheduled for June 12 and open to those who live or work in JoCo. JOHNSON COUNTY, KAN. (June 8, 2020) – Anyone age 18 and older who lives or works in Johnson County, Kansas can get a free COVID-19 test on Friday, June 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or until supplies […]
Longtime KCMO resident “Beto” Lopez dies at 49
By Roberta Pardo Roberto Carlos Lopez, affectionally known as “Beto,” died May 12 at age 49. Born in 1971 in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, Roberto and his family settled in Kansas City, Missouri’s Westside neighborhood shortly after his birth. Here, he attended K-12 school and college, graduating in 1995 from Rockhurst University. Lopez worked as […]
Doelling encourages Latin community to support BLM movement
By Tere Siqueira Selene Doelling supports the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement. And the Mexican-born Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipient hopes other members of the Latin community will do so, too. Doelling, a Kansas City area resident, participated in the BLM protests over the weekend (May 29-31) at the Country Club Plaza, prompted by […]
KCPD officer partners with nonprofits to feed dozens of families in need
By Jessica Eley KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Kansas City police officer recognized a need and stepped up to help metro families. KCPD Officer Richard Salzman’s job is helping the west side neighborhood, but he said that job has changed since the COVID-19 crisis began. “We knew during the pandemic that many of the houses […]
Wyandotte County Adopts the Kansas Ad Astra Phase 2 Re-Opening Plan
As of Friday, May 22, Wyandotte County is following Governor Kelly’s Phase 2 re-opening plan, which is part of her statewide re-opening plan. “The local data supports further re-opening of our community, and the Governor’s Phase 2 plan strikes the appropriate balance between public health and economic activity at this time,” said Dr. Allen Greiner, […]
KC Zoo reopens, adding safety measures
By Angie Baldelomar The Kansas City Zoo has finally reopened to the public. However, the experience might seem different this time around. To ensure the safety of employees and guests alike, the zoo has implemented a series of changes to its activities. “We want people to feel safe … (when) they come back to the […]
Halpern a friendly face connecting Mayor’s Office with Hispanic constituents
By Angie Baldelomar Carlota Halpern has been a part of Kansas City, Missouri Mayor Quinton Lucas’ team since his time as a councilman. Halpern left such an impression that she is Lucas’ office manager for the Mayor’s Office. Halpern answers calls and greets visitors. She also is a key member in connecting the Hispanic community […]
CHC of WyCo offering Latinos resources during the pandemic
By Tere Siqueira The Community Health Council (CHC) of Wyandotte County (Kansas) is trying to right a social wrong as it offers various services to help people get through the coronavirus pandemic. Studies in California reveal that the virus is affecting different racial groups unevenly – i.e., the virus is attacking minorities in bigger numbers. […]
Domino’s and Sporting Serves provide free pizzas to those in need
Photos by gary@rohmanphotography.com Domino’s distributed 250 free pizzas to local individuals and families affected by COVID-19 on Wednesday (May 6) in partnership with Sporting Serves, a newly established philanthropic platform in which Sporting Kansas City provides relief to citizens across Greater Kansas City. Sporting Serves will see Sporting Kansas City and The Victory Project — the club’s […]
How to celebrate Mother’s Day by using social distancing
Commentary by Chara This Sunday (May 10), many mothers nationwide will not get to see and hug their children on Mother’s Day, as they have done in previous years, because of the coronavirus pandemic. However, the pandemic is not a reason to stop celebrating mothers. Here are some ideas to help you celebrate your mom […]