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Nov 11, 20232 min read

Being Latino/Hispanic means...

David Murillo is the winner of our bilingual writing contest.

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abcbilingualresour

Nov 11, 20232 min read

What being Hispanic/Latino means to me

Yaretzi Parga won second place in our writing contest

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abcbilingualresour

Nov 11, 20233 min read

What being Hispanic means to me.

Amiya Hood won third place on our 2023 bilingual writing contest.

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Planeta Venus held a bilingual writing contest with high school students

abcbilingualresour

Nov 11, 20231 min read

Planeta Venus held a bilingual writing contest with high school students

Wichita Kansas | November 11, 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month is observed each year in the United States from September 15 to October 15. It...

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City of Wichita lacks Latino representation in positions of leadership

abcbilingualresour

Nov 5, 20235 min read

City of Wichita lacks Latino representation in positions of leadership

Despite the rate of growth of the Latino population in the city of Wichita, there is a lack of representation in positions of leadership

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The art of Mariachi, taught locally by a Wichita man of Asian descent

Stefania Lugli

Nov 2, 20235 min read

The art of Mariachi, taught locally by a Wichita man of Asian descent

This Mariachi class in Mayberry Magnet Middle School in Wichita is connecting students with their roots and identity.

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Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) wants feedback on their Digital Equity Strategic Plan

abcbilingualresour

Oct 26, 20232 min read

Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) wants feedback on their Digital Equity Strategic Plan

The public comment period for the DE Plan is open until November 2, 2023. KOBD urges you to participate and make your voice heard.

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The past and present of ‘Marfil Grin,’ where Mexican Americans made the Flint Hills home

Stefania Lugli

Oct 3, 20235 min read

The past and present of ‘Marfil Grin,’ where Mexican Americans made the Flint Hills home

An event in Matfield Green emphasized the presence and power of Mexican railroad workers in the early 20th century.

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Acceptance, not tolerance: How Latin Fest-ICT uses food and performance to bridge cultural gaps

abcbilingualresour

Sep 2, 20234 min read

Acceptance, not tolerance: How Latin Fest-ICT uses food and performance to bridge cultural gaps

Celebrate the Latino culture at LatinFest at Old Town Wichita

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Music, faith and la cultura: The heart and soul of Roy Moye III

Stefania Lugli

Aug 30, 20238 min read

Music, faith and la cultura: The heart and soul of Roy Moye III

The musician and engineer recruiter founded STEMusic, a music venture aimed to inspire kids' interest in science, math and technology.

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Is Oaklawn Wichita’s forgotten neighborhood?

Stefania Lugli

Aug 14, 202312 min read

Is Oaklawn Wichita’s forgotten neighborhood?

As the costs of home buying and renting have exploded in recent years. Oaklawn’s origins lie in the housing challenges of another era.

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The Latino community is making itself felt more and more in Kansas.

abcbilingualresour

Aug 4, 20231 min read

The Latino community is making itself felt more and more in Kansas.

On July 14, 2023 a Latino Leadership Luncheon was held in Wichita Kansas

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‘Nothing is more important’: Sedgwick County Election Commissioner Laura Rainwater on voting

Stefania Lugli

Jul 28, 20235 min read

‘Nothing is more important’: Sedgwick County Election Commissioner Laura Rainwater on voting

Planeta Venus spoke with the election commissioner on election security, poll worker pay and why eligible voters should cast their ballots.

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What you need to know this Primary Day 🗳

Stefania Lugli

Jul 28, 20233 min read

What you need to know this Primary Day 🗳

Wichita’s primary elections are Tuesday, August 1. Prepare to cast your vote!

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Meet the woman devoting her everyday to easing Planeview residents’ lives

Stefania Lugli

Jul 20, 20234 min read

Meet the woman devoting her everyday to easing Planeview residents’ lives

District 3 administrative aide Merary Trevino works everyday to meet her community's needs.

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“Nothing to fear” says WPD Chief and Sedgwick County Sheriff on HB2350’s impact on immigrants

Stefania Lugli

Jun 13, 20233 min read

“Nothing to fear” says WPD Chief and Sedgwick County Sheriff on HB2350’s impact on immigrants

WPD Chief and Sedgwick County Sheriff speak on HB2350’s impact on undocumented people

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Understanding Municipal, State, and Federal Criminal Laws: A Comprehensive Comparison

abcbilingualresour

May 20, 20235 min read

Understanding Municipal, State, and Federal Criminal Laws: A Comprehensive Comparison

Navigating the complex web of criminal laws in the United States can be confusing for both native English speakers and bilingual communities

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Do you know your rights as a tenant in Wichita?

Stefania Lugli

May 20, 20235 min read

Do you know your rights as a tenant in Wichita?

According to state law, there are four kinds of evictions: Self-help, Nonpayment, Material noncompliance, Termination of tenancy

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Here’s what to know about newly enacted Kansas “anti-smuggling” bill

Stefania Lugli

Apr 28, 20235 min read

Here’s what to know about newly enacted Kansas “anti-smuggling” bill

Opponents of the bill worry the law targets immigrants and gives police more discretion to discriminate.

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Latinos face a choice: uphold cultural tradition, or trust strangers to care for your own?

Stefania Lugli

Apr 27, 20238 min read

Latinos face a choice: uphold cultural tradition, or trust strangers to care for your own?

A difficult but important decision: Take elderly parents to nursing homes or take care of them at home.

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