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- Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán Set to Bring ‘The Mexico Sound’ to Detroit on May 9
Larry Arreguin | LPL News Wire | April 23, 2026 DETROIT, MI (4-23-26) — Following a heartfelt conversation with La Prensa Latina News Wire, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán guitarist and vocalist Jonathan Palomar made one thing clear: when the world-famous ensemble arrives at the Detroit Opera House on May 9, audiences can expect far more… - Detroit Opera House Presents Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, May 9, 2026LPL News Wire| April 10, 2026 DETROIT, MI (4-10-26) –Detroit Opera House presents Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán for a special performance on May 9 at 7:30pm, the day before Mother’s Day, which is celebrated in the U.S. and in Mexico on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Mariachi Vargas has performed internationally for six generations and is…
- La Corporación Celebrates 46 Years of Music, Culture, and Community
By Larry Arreguin| LPL News Wire| March 27, 2026 MULLIKEN, MI (3-27-26) — For more than four decades, La Corporación has been a staple in the Tejano music scene, bringing generations together through rhythm, culture, and unforgettable performances. Now, the group is set to celebrate an incredible milestone—46 years of music—with a free community dance… - A Life of Love, Strength, and Purpose: Maria Escobedo to Celebrate 95 Years
By Larry Arreguin| LPL News Wire| March 26, 2026 LANSING, MI (3-26-26) — Family, friends, and loved ones are preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone as Maria Escobedo approaches her 95th birthday on April 4, 2026. Her life story stands as a powerful example of resilience, love, and personal growth. Born on April 3, 1931,… - History in the Making: Latino Leadership Takes Center Stage in Grand Rapids
By Hon. Lupe Ramos-Montigny | Special to LPL News Wire| January 15, 2026 GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A historic milestone is unfolding in Grand Rapids as three of the city’s most influential public institutions are now led by Latino leaders, marking a powerful moment of representation, perseverance, and progress for the region. For the first…