NBC5 In Depth: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
- Hispanic Heritage Week started in 1968 and became a 30-day celebration of Hispanic and Latino communities.
- In 1987, California Rep. Esteban Torres proposed expanding the celebration to a month.
- Although Torres's bill failed, Illinois Sen. Paul Simon later submitted a similar bill signed into law by President Ronald Reagan in August 1988.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Mrs. Hawaiʻi United States
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- As the first Mexican-American to hold the title of Mrs. Hawaiʻi United States, Ashley Howell-Wasson has embraced her heritage with remarkable passion. Her journey from a small farming town in California to the spotlight of the pageant world illustrates a deep connection to her roots and an unwavering commitment to cultural advocacy. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You During Hi…
Hispanic Heritage Month in RI and SE Mass.
(WPRI) — Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 each year. Here's how cities and towns all over the region are recognizing and celebrating the contributions and culture of Hispanic and Latino Americans in 2024. Saturday, September 14 Gala de la HispanidadBally's Twin River Casino, Lincoln, R.I.6 p.m. – 12 a.m.Purchase tickets here. Viva México: Celebrando la Herencia Hispana y la Independencia de MéxicoViva México Cantina & Grill, Provid…
Hispanic Heritage Month: Taste of Mexico in Abbeville
ABBEVILLE, KATC - This week kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual tradition highlighting the Latino culture.The month-long celebration starts on Sept. 15 and ends on Oct 15th. According to the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau, there are 2,296 people who identify as Latinos in Vermilion Parish.If youre looking for a taste of Mexico, you dont need to go far. Nestled in Abbeville is Jalisco Mexican Grill, a restaurant serving traditional dishes like …


Hartford elementary students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Sept. 15 marked the start of Hispanic Heritage Month which celebrates Hispanic culture, history and achievements. On Monday, students at the Naylor School in Hartford came together to celebrate with an Olympic-themed pep rally. “This is just to get everyone excited and remind them why they need to come to school everyday,” principal Alesia Ettson said. “And celebrate our very diverse culture that we have here.” Ettson estimates that 50 to 75% of…
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