The personalities and events that have touched our readers this year have taken shape through the exposure of Latinos in different settings. With a portrayal of individual Latinos on the national and local level, we observed them within the spheres of television, fashion, makeup and radio. Readers learned that not only are Latinos thriving in all these spheres, they are running them at the top too. We featured examples of Zee and Mike Ferrufino- businessmen who put the community in their top priorities when satisfying their clientele. We saw Anne Trujillo and her accomplishments and success working with ABC 7NEWS. Elizabeth Ulloa painted the faces of Britney Spears and Diego Luna while local talents Mona Lucero and Gino Velardi are keeping the fashion industry on its game in Denver and Oscar de la Renta, on an international level. We featured humble and accomplished photographer, James Baca, who encouraged all to take photos and hold on to the time we have through them.
Diving into organizations and causes this year, La Voz exposed the need for education and awareness on Alzheimers, Cancer and Down syndrome. With the introduction of local fighters like the Mile High Down Syndrome Association, Bonfils Blood Center and patients like Lupe Cervantes, our readers could put a human face to medical struggles. We learned of those within the minority of Latinos who donate blood and marrow, some like Richard Loya, make no small commitment and have donated more than 60 gallons of blood.
La Vida Latina tried to stay timely in its updates of current local happenings. Reporting on the outcomes and success of several events and festivals this year, La Voz had its eye on diversity. For Cinco de Mayo, some key players chose to stay home, while The Cherry Creek Arts Festival and Taste
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