Vista Latina: Día de las Madres a display of deep veneration for motherhood

Vista Latina: El Centro resident figured prominently in farm worker union's rise, fall

With a mix of pride and sorrow, Mario Bustamante recalls that day at the United Farm Workers convention in September 1981.

Vista Latina: The making of the Valley's Mexican American middle class

For those of lesser means, getting ahead in the world presents a unique set of challenges. For immigrants and the children of immigrants, those challenges are often amplified. Yet, here in the...

Vista Latina: Growing Mexican American economic, political power goes 'hand in hand'

During his recent remarks calling for immigration reform, President Obama repeatedly cited the effect such legislation would have on bolstering the ranks of the nation’s middle class.

Vista Latina: Strong sense of family evident with many Latinos

First, unforeseen circumstances prompted Claudia Casares to voluntarily leave her full-time job in December. Then, just this week, her car was stolen from in front of her El Centro apartment. 

Vista Latina: Hispanic birthrate is declining

With his third child scheduled to be born Tuesday evening, Alex Sariñana said it will likely be his and his wife’s last.

Vista Latina: Faithful gather for Virgin of Guadalupe processions

The stress that had suddenly appeared Tuesday evening would just as quickly disappear for Jorge Alonzo the second he laid eyes on the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.

Vista Latina: Community outreach workers train to combat chronic diseases

With more than 30 years as a community outreach worker for Clinicas de Salud del Pueblo, Francisca Izaguirre said she has seen a lot of need in the community.

Vista Latina: Presidential election prompts growing recognition of Latino political power

It wasn’t until two months prior to the November election that 51-year-old Carlos Bailon made up his mind about which presidential candidate would get his vote.

Vista Latina: Heart disease among Latinos remains a concern

By all appearances and measures 51-year-old Maria Andrade, up until a few months ago, thought of herself as a relatively healthy person. But a recent hyperthyroidism diagnosis has changed her outlook.

Vista Latina: Mexican Revolution still resonates with natives

CALEXICO — The heroes, villains and struggles of the Mexican Revolution are not lost on 53-year-old Jesus Reyes. Even prior to hearing about the revolution during his years of formal education,...

Vista Latina: Survey suggests Latinos' personal, national outlook are improving

Despite touting himself as a hard worker who hardly ever misses a day of work, Hector Torres has been having trouble finding steady work.

Vista Latina: Importance of reaching out to Spanish speaking voters acknowledged

As Election Day neared, Imperial Irrigation District Division 5 candidate James William Horn Jr. sat late into the night on Monday making calls to potential voters.

Vista Latina: Sugar skulls sweeten death

El Centro native Anastassia Cabanillas, 19, spent Saturday evening colorfully painting a friend’s face and having her face painted, leaving one half of her face bare while the other half was...

Vista Latina: Day of the Dead is an evolving, nuanced holiday

Long thought to help the dearly departed on their journey through the underworld, the personalized items that decorate an altar or gravesite on Dia de los Muertos can be as varied as the personalities...

Vista Latina: Bracero Program helped shape local labor practices

Antonio Sanchez Mariscal clearly remembers the first time he set foot in the U.S. He was 21 years old at the time and he came as a contract worker at the tail end of the Bracero Program in April of...

Vista Latina: Cultural competency key to effective mental health outreach, treatment

Growing up as a foster kid, Sylvia Valenzuela said she found herself struggling with depression. With no one to turn to she eventually sought professional help while still in her teens.

Vista Latina: Imperial Valley residents to attend Obama dedication of Cesar Chavez site

Several dozen Valley residents are scheduled to attend the dedication of United Farm Workers headquarters in the foothills of the Tehachapi Mountains as a national monument within the National Park...

Vista Latina: Youngsters get historical lesson in civic engagement

In a tone that alternated between being humorous and forceful, Cruz Reynoso reminded the young high school students gathered to hear him speak of their importance. But it they truly want to maximize...

Vista Latina: Making film was lesson in history of Calexico

As a trained historian whose strong suit is producing written works, Calexico Historical Museum vice chairman Carlos R. Herrera said his recent foray into film production was an opportunity for him to...

Vista Latina: Community gathers for first-time event

CALEXICO — Carlos Herrera said he never anticipated there would be a month dedicated to celebrating Hispanic culture.