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LEGOLAND California Resort lleva alegría navideña a las familias de la Casa Ronald McDonald de San Diego con actividades festivas, entretenimiento especial y una generosa donación de $35,000. CARLSBAD — Las familias de la Casa Ronald McDonald de San Diego vivieron un inicio conmovedor de la temporada navideña gracias a una visita especial de LEGOLAND California Resort. El 22 de noviembre, el icónico parque temático llevó elementos de su celebración "Holidays at LEGOLAND" a la Casa, llenándola de villancicos, risas y el inconfundible sonido de piezas de LEGO encajándose. El evento estuvo marcado por una generosa donación de $35,000 de LEGOLAND California Resort a las Casas Ronald McDonald de San Diego y el sur de California. Estos fondos ayudarán a la organización a continuar su misi...

Fishing boats docked at the bay of San Diego. Image credit: Luc Poulit San Diego, CA - As the world celebrates World Fisheries Day, it’s a timely moment to recognize the vital contributions of Latinos to U.S. fisheries. Whether fishing recreationally along San Diego’s coastlines or working in seafood processing plants across the nation, Latinos play an integral role in sustaining this crucial industry. “Fishing is deeply connected to Latino culture,” said Sofia Barboza, Ocean Manager at the Hispanic Access Foundation. “It’s an opportunity to spend time outdoors, provide food for our families, and carry on traditions tied to the ocean and water.” This connection has fueled a significant rise in recreational fishing among Latinos, with participation increasing by 45% in the past deca...

Mira el inspirador momento de "Tocar la Campana" de Suleyma mientras celebra el final de su tratamiento contra el cáncer en Seven Mile Casino, organizado por la Fundación Emilio Nares. (Please scroll down for Article in English) CHULA VISTA, CA - El 26 de septiembre, la Fundación Emilio Nares (ENF) celebró su ceremonia de "Tocar la Campana" en el Seven Mile Casino en Chula Vista, un evento emotivo que marcó el final del tratamiento contra el cáncer para niños. Elsa Morales-Roth, Directora Ejecutiva de la Fundación Emilio Nares, explicó el significado de la ceremonia: “Se trata de asegurarse de que nadie se sienta solo durante este viaje.” Suleyma, la homenajeada de la noche, acababa de completar su tratamiento contra el cáncer. “Estamos muy contentos de decir que Suleyma ha ...

Preparations for the grand opening – San Diego's historic Jacobs Music Center receives final adjustments to its stage and seating ahead of the reopening on September 28, 2024. Image credit: Hispanos Unidos (Desplácese hacia abajo para leer el artículo en español.) San Diego, CA  – The Jacobs Music Center, a cornerstone of San Diego’s cultural landscape since 1973, is poised to reopen its doors on September 28, 2024, following an extensive renovation. This ambitious project blends historical preservation with cutting-edge modernizations, ensuring the venue remains a premier destination for music enthusiasts. A New Era for Jacobs Music Center Originally the Fox Theatre movie palace, the Jacobs Music Center was acquired by the San Diego Symphony in 1984 and has since undergone se...

Remembering a trailblazer: Ana Hannegan (pictured above) leaves a lasting legacy In a somber moment for the San Diego Hispanic community, we mourn the passing of the esteemed President of Hispanos Unidos, Ana Hannegan, who left an indelible mark on both the newspaper and the lives she touched. Born in 1940 in Guadalajara Jalisco, she dedicated over three decades to leading the publication, creating space for Hispanos Unidos to be a cornerstone of the San Diego Hispanic community. Her editorial insight and unwavering dedication were not just professional attributes but a reflection of her commitment to the cultural richness of San Diego's Hispanic identity. Beyond the headlines and editorials, Ana was a beloved mother survived by her two daughters, and her impact resonates through se...