(Quad Cities) – 2018’s Red White and Boom is sure to be a memorable one. On July 3, the Independence Day celebration will bring one of the Midwest’s largest fireworks displays to the Quad Cities,Continue reading…
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Quad Cities Chamber Announces Greg Aguilar as the Q2030 Director
The Quad Cities Chamber today announced that Greg Aguilar will step into the newly created position of Director, Q2030. This announcement is the first since the Chamber announced an organizational restructure last week. TheContinue reading…
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“I ask all of you, regardless of any political affiliation, to do what’s right and stand against the separation of families”
Jazmin Newton-Butt’s remarks for the 2018 LULAC Iowa State Convention against the policy of separation of families LULAC Council 10 would like to thank LULAC Iowa for bringing the 2018 State Convention toContinue reading…
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/ Eastern Iowa Bond Project, ICE Raid, Immigration, Iowa City, Mount Pleasant
Iowa City organization obtains bail for seven arrested in Mount Pleasant raid
By Michaela Ramm Courtesy of The Gazette When founding Eastern Iowa Community Bond Project last year, officials considered another immigration raid in Iowa always was a possibility. The impact of the Postville raid in 2008,Continue reading…
Forever changed, Postville remembers -Service marks 10 years since massive immigration raid
By Alison Gowans Courtesy of The Gazette POSTVILLE — The sanctuary at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Postville was overflowing Friday May 11 as community members and faith groups gathered to mark the 10thContinue reading…
Hoops 4 Hope is creating a safe and positive space for kids to hang out
United We Ball and the East Moline Police Department are pleased to present the 3rd annual Hoops 4 Hope! The event will be held on June 13th at 4 pm down at Hereford Park.Continue reading…
Suicide Rates Up Nationally, Iowa Ranks 31 in U.S.
A Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Vital Signs report released yesterday finds suicide rates in the U.S. have risen nearly 30 percent since 1999 and mental health conditions are one of several factors contributingContinue reading…
Perez brothers spent a lifetime on Sylvan
By Jack Cullen Courtesy of the QC Times His smile said it all. With his family’s help, Jesse Perez, 93, traveled by wheelchair across the new bridge to Sylvan Island for the first timeContinue reading…
BREAKING NEWS! Nate Boulton drops out of Governor’s race
“Today, I am suspending my campaign for governor” Nate Boulton released the following statement after allegations of sexual misconduct in a social setting came to light. Dear friends and supporters, Today,Continue reading…
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Announcing the First Annual Latino Voices Together Gala
Reception will feature largest gathering of Latino elected officials in Iowa history Des Moines, IA- Today the Latino Political Network (LPN) announced its First Annual Latino Voices Together Gala on Saturday, May 19. LPNContinue reading…
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QUAD CITIES BIG TABLE: Bringing communities together
By Rebecca David Courtesy of KWQC Saturday April 21 marked the final day of the Quad Cities Big Table. For two days community members from all walks of life have been gathering across theContinue reading…
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Tenth anniversary of Postville, Iowa immigration raid planned
Public Invited to Remember and Recommit to Significant Action POSTVILLE, Iowa – On Friday, May 11, 2018, the tenth anniversary of the Postville, Iowa, Immigration Raid will be observed in Postville. It will beContinue reading…
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Guadalupe Chavez of Davenport – An Outstanding Student at the UI College of Pharmacy
First year PharmD student Guadalupe Chavez has known she’s wanted a rewarding career since high school. After several volunteer experiences and exploring options throughout high school, she discovered how many opportunities there are withContinue reading…
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The Real Meaning of Cinco de Mayo
Emperor Napoleon III commanded one of the world’s strongest armies. The goal of Napoleon III and his army was to expand his French empire, make it stronger, and have a solid government set inContinue reading…
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Join us for a Latin Social Dance featuring Ballet Hispánico!
Free and open to the public DES MOINES, IA ― Des Moines Performing Arts is pleased to present a night of dancing and live music at the Des Moines Civic Center on Friday, May 4Continue reading…
Archibald: In Memoriam Barbara Bush
By Mark Archibald Dignified, graceful and strong are a few words which described former First Lady, Barbara Bush. She was laid to rest last Saturday, though her influence on American politics will be felt forContinue reading…
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Profile on Edgar Hernandez a national leader with the Service Employees International Union
By Roberto Carmona Edgar Hernandez is a good friend and he shared with me the joy he gets when he visits Iowa. He has many relatives in West Liberty and Iowa City. I knowContinue reading…
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Ballet Hispánico performs at the Des Moines Civic Center on Cinco de Mayo
Des Moines Performing Arts is pleased to present BALLET HISPÁNICO, the nation’s premier Latin dance organization, at the Des Moines Civic Center on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.. BALLET HISPÁNICO, the thirdContinue reading…
LULAC Council 307 opposes bill targeting immigrants, sanctuary cities
DES MOINES – The League of United Latin American Citizens Council 307 has announced its opposition to Senate File 481, known as the “Sanctuary Cities Bill.” The bill, signed by Iowa Governor ReynoldsContinue reading…
Nominations Open for 2018 Iowa Latino Hall of Fame
To celebrate Latino heritage and honor Latinos who have made outstanding and significant cultural, political, social, and economic contributions to Iowa, the Iowa of Commission of Latino Affairs established the Iowa Latino Hall ofContinue reading…
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Charros from Rancho El Carretero together with Escaramuza Las Zacatecanas will represent their Mexican culture at the Iowa Horse Fair
Charros from Rancho El Carretero together with Escaramuza Las Zacatecanas showcase their beautiful Mexican equestrian traditions at the Iowa Horse Fair, which will be held from April 6 to 8 at the Iowa StateContinue reading…
LULAC opposes bill targeting immigrants, sanctuary cities
DES MOINES – The League of United Latin American Citizens Council 307 in Des Moines has announced its opposition to Senate File 481, known as the “Sanctuary Cities Bill.” The bill, if approved, wouldContinue reading…
Immigrants’ Rights advocates disappointed by advancement of anti-immigrant proposal, vow to continue organizing
4/5/18 – The Republican-controlled legislature has advanced a bill that threatens public safety by encouraging cooperation between local Iowa law enforcement and the federal agency, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The bill, SF481, nowContinue reading…
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‘Proud to be Diverse’ Marshalltown students, staff featured in district video celebrating diversity
By Adam Sodders Courtesy of The Times-Republican “It was a really fun project, to get to know these students and to help put a face and a voice to our diversity.” Marshalltown Schools Communications DirectorContinue reading…
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El Gato Melendez Harlem Globetrotters first ever Puerto Rican-born player will visit Moline
The Harlem Globetrotters known for their one-of-a-kind family entertainment will bring their 2018 World Tour to the TaxSlayer Center on Sunday, April 8 at 3pm to take on their long-time adversaries the Washington Generals.Continue reading…
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/ Business, Latinos in Higher Education, Professional Development, Roberto Carmona
The power of public speaking, especially for young people
By Roberto Carmona On March 19th I gave a presentation at Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC). I wrote this for those interested in learning tips on public speaking, and presentations to get a point acrossContinue reading…
