Hispanic Heritage month began as just a weeklong event

(AP) – Before there was National Hispanic Heritage Month, there was Hispanic Heritage Week, which was created through legislation sponsored by Mexican American U.S. Rep Edward R. Roybal of Los Angeles and signed into law in 1968 by President Lyndon B. Johnson.

Notable Hispanic leaders, executives and entrepreneurs

Hispanic and Latino individuals comprise one of the largest demographics in the United States. The U.S. Census Bureau indicates that, as of 2020, there were more than 60 million people identifying as Hispanic or Latino living in the country.

Centuries-old map is returned after it was recovered in Santa Fe

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A map drafted centuries ago as Spanish settlers solidified their presence in what is now Mexico and the southwestern United States has been returned to the Mexican government, marking the end of a yearslong effort to bring the historic document home.

Martinez took path to unexpected new career

Heritage and history plays a big part in people’s lives around the world. For Clinton’s Mario Martinez it is no different, as he takes immense pride in his Mexican heritage as he celebrates it with his family in the past, present and future.

Bustos interested in seeing hospital, city succeed

If it happens at Clinton Regional Hospital and has anything to do with finances, it likely comes across the desk of Stefanie Bustos, the hospital’s accountant.“Currently, my role at the hospital is on the financial side,” Bustos explained.

Arizona jury convicts man on 8 murder charges for metro Phoenix shootings in 2017

PHOENIX (AP) — An Arizona jury convicted a man Thursday on eight murder charges for a string of fatal shootings in metro Phoenix over a three-week span in 2017.Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against Cleophus Cooksey Jr.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

Joey R. Harrel and Krystal L. Harrel to JK Harrel Minerals LLC, QCD. 8-15N20W.Lora Shelton to Eric Shelton, QCD. Lots 1 and 2, Blk. 61, New Butler Original Townsite.Michael E. Holman and Tamara J. Holman to Regency Renovations LLC, WD. Lot 4, Blk. 4, Granada Estates, Clinton.

POLICE REPORT THURSDAY

DAY SHIFTResponded to a report of elderly abuse in the 2000 block of W. Modelle Ave.Responded to a report of a business alarm in the 1000 block of S. U.S. Highway 183. Responded to a report of a suspicious subject in the 300 block of S. 11th St.

SHERIFF’S REPORT THURSDAY

Responded to a report of a reckless driver on State Highway 44, northbound Foss Dam.Conducted a motorist assist in the area of N. 15th St. and State Highway 33, Thomas.Responded to a fire call at the Custer City Co-op.Conducted a motorist assist in the area of N. 2240 Rd. and Doughtery Ave.

Campaign delays push to expand Medicaid in Florida until 2028

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A campaign to expand Medicaid in Florida is delaying its push to get the issue on the ballot until 2028, citing a new state law restricting the process to get constitutional amendments before voters.