curiousKC | A Collection of KC’s Latinx Stories
October 3, 2022 | | 2 min read
One quick search of the word “heritage” and a few definitions pop up.
One struck a chord: legacy.
This month, from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, is Hispanic Heritage Month, which is a time to honor Kansas City’s Latinx legacy. So, Flatland curated a list of community stories from the past several years.
Want to learn about the rich history of who helped build the city or the railroads strewn around the metro? Or maybe you’re curious about the leaders in education or politics, we’ve got that too. In the past several years, we’ve interviewed those in the Latinx community who are determined to bridge the gap in art, health, homelessness, education and more.
This is just a snapshot of what’s out there. There’s a story for everybody, including some from our KC Media Collective partners:
Listen:
The Filter Podcast, Ep. 4 ‘Graduation Day’
For Students Of Color, Higher Education Is A Different Course
KC Media Collective partner stories:
Kansas City’s ‘cosmic music collective’ wants to free your mind with revolutionary beats
Manny Abarca podría ser el primer legislador hispano del condado de Jackson en casi una década
A Kansas City therapist talks about a ‘very difficult’ time to be a mental health provider
After Hispanic chamber effort falters, mid-Missouri entrepreneurs seek resources
Vicky Diaz-Camacho covers community affairs for Kansas City PBS.
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