As the host of the popular NPR show Latino USA and founder of the non-profit Futuro Media Group, Maria Hinojosa shines a light on the experience of the Latinx community in America. And with the release of her memoir in September, Hinojosa will soon be sharing some more personal stories …
Read More »Hurricane Maria stripped Puerto Rico’s forests bare. Now conservationists and scientists are working to replenish them
When Hurricane Maria tore through Puerto Rico last September, the physical destruction was not limited to houses, buildings, the electricity grid and other infrastructure. The storm also toppled or stripped … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced nurse goes to D.C to talk about aftermath of Hurricane Maria
Olivia Lynch, 36, was one of the 60 nurses sent to Puerto Rico to assist with disaster reliefs by the Registered Nurse Response Network, an organization with National Nurses United. She is going to Washington D.C on Thursday to speak to members in Congress about what she saw and what …
Read More »Maria Fire (Calaveras County)
Maria Fire Incident Information: Last Updated: July 21, 2017 7:45 am Date/Time Started: July 17, 2017 12:55 pm Administrative Unit: CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit County: Calaveras County Location: Jesus Maria Road and Music Gulch Road, Mokelumne Hill Acres Burned – Containment: 117 acres – 95% containment Long/Lat: -120.62177/38.29113
Read More »Educator of the Week: We visit Mrs. Maria Saenz at James Madison Elementary
Every Monday we honor an educator that goes above and beyond for their students. This week we take you to James Madison Elementary and introduce you to Mrs. Maria Saenz. This weeks Educator of The Week has been brought to you by these fine sponsors: @Educational Employees Credit Union | …
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