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Selena’s legacy used as a lens for UTSA course on Mexican American experience
Read full article: Selena’s legacy used as a lens for UTSA course on Mexican American experienceIf you think a college course about Selena Quintanilla is just about her music, think again. A professor at UTSA is using the Tejano singer’s legacy to address complex issues like identity, race and gender.
Health advocate says education is key as Latinos in South Texas face alarming cancer rates
Read full article: Health advocate says education is key as Latinos in South Texas face alarming cancer ratesAs the number of cancer cases continues to rise, a San Antonio doctor is working to raise awareness about the importance of preventative care and dispel common myths.
🎃 Things to do in October: Halloween, Muertos Fest, Big Texas Comicon
Read full article: 🎃 Things to do in October: Halloween, Muertos Fest, Big Texas ComiconIt’s finally October! This vibrant month has a variety of events that highlight Halloween festivities, cultural celebrations for Hispanic Heritage, and fall harvest festivals.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Colombian migrants bring new flavor to Alamo City
Read full article: Hispanic Heritage Month: Colombian migrants bring new flavor to Alamo CityColombian food is a must-try for foodies in the Alamo City. Whatever you decide to order, try it with Aji sauce. See how a former journalist is spreading the culture.
MACRI announces first Mexican-American Civil Rights Museum in US
Read full article: MACRI announces first Mexican-American Civil Rights Museum in USThe Mexican American Civil Rights Institute (MACRI) hosted a press conference on Friday to announce a “significant milestone” in its steps to creating the nation’s first Mexican-American Civil Rights Museum in San Antonio.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center hosts performances of ‘Rio Bravo’
Read full article: Hispanic Heritage Month: Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center hosts performances of ‘Rio Bravo’Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month through the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center’s “Rio Bravo” performance that features twenty folklorico dancers and ten mariachi musicians showcasing the history of South Texas Tejano roots.
How this pioneer made NFL history as the first Mexican Hall of Famer
Read full article: How this pioneer made NFL history as the first Mexican Hall of FamerThroughout the years, the National Football League has worked extensively to grow the game of football in Mexico -- from playing a regular-season game each year in Mexico City, to starting up more youth programs in the country to get kids involved from a young age.
How a coin toss cost this pioneering Hispanic musician his life on ‘The Day the Music Died’
Read full article: How a coin toss cost this pioneering Hispanic musician his life on ‘The Day the Music Died’It is one of the most famous songs recorded, depicting one of the most famous tragedies in music history.
US Rep. Castro highlights impact of Hispanic-serving institutions during Hispanic Heritage Month
Read full article: US Rep. Castro highlights impact of Hispanic-serving institutions during Hispanic Heritage MonthHispanic Heritage Month is officially underway and Congressman Joaquin Castro and other political leaders are putting a focus on Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI).
Hispanic Heritage Month puts diversity and culture at the forefront
Read full article: Hispanic Heritage Month puts diversity and culture at the forefrontHuge celebrations across the U.S. are expected to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual tradition that showcases the awe-inspiring diversity and culture of Hispanic people.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Central American flavors find a place in San Antonio
Read full article: Hispanic Heritage Month: Central American flavors find a place in San AntonioEl Buen Paladar is a new restaurant on the far West Side of San Antonio. It's a family business that looks to the community for support to expand their Central American flavors.
🎉 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Hispanic Heritage events, 13th Floor, Creed
Read full article: 🎉 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Hispanic Heritage events, 13th Floor, CreedHow ironic that Friday was the 13th? If you want to continue your weekend of feeling frightful, you'll have several options.
Was there any better entertainer in golf history than Chi Chi Rodriguez?
Read full article: Was there any better entertainer in golf history than Chi Chi Rodriguez?One of golf’s more entertaining events, the Ryder Cup, begins on Friday and figures to be a lively and must-see event, once again, for golf and sports fans throughout the world.
Did Sonia Sotomayor save baseball 28 years ago?
Read full article: Did Sonia Sotomayor save baseball 28 years ago?While appointing Sonia Sotomayor as a justice for the Supreme Court in 2009, then-President Barack Obama caught a few people by surprise when he said, “Some say Judge Sotomayor saved baseball.”
San Antonio Charro Association celebrates 76 years with traditional charreada tournament
Read full article: San Antonio Charro Association celebrates 76 years with traditional charreada tournamentFor Hispanic Heritage Month, we explore Mexico’s national sport that involves skillful roping, talented horsemanship and much more.
First Latina on San Antonio City Council remains an outspoken advocate
Read full article: First Latina on San Antonio City Council remains an outspoken advocateMaria Antonietta Berriozabal said her lifelong commitment to helping others has been guided by the question, “Who needs somebody to advocate for them that is not being heard?”
‘You’re not alone’: Latina law professionals empower each other at St. Mary’s networking event
Read full article: ‘You’re not alone’: Latina law professionals empower each other at St. Mary’s networking eventGoing to law school or becoming an attorney remains a challenge for Latinas, who make up only a small percentage of attorneys. St. Mary’s Law School wants to combat that statistic with the Lawtina Networking Summit.
South Texas Business Partnership and Live from the Southside join forces to empower local businesses
Read full article: South Texas Business Partnership and Live from the Southside join forces to empower local businessesSouth Texas Business Partnership (SOTX) and Live from the Southside (LFTSS) are thrilled to announce their strategic partnership to foster growth and support the vibrant business community in the South Texas region.