Shenandoah Valley News

National Hispanic Heritage Month

• When

  15 Oct 2022

• Location

  Throughout Shenandoah County, VA

Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15th through October 15th each year celebrating the history and contributions of individuals who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean.

We Recognize & Thank These Local Business Owners for having their business in ShenCo and invite you to visit them soon:

IGM Accounting, Walter Garcia-Meza, Strasburg

Mary's Botanitas, Javier Wong, Woodstock

Que Botana Mexican Grill & Bar, Adrian Gomez, Strasburg

Woodstar Events, Javier Wong, Woodstock

Hispanics/Latinos are the fastest growing ethnic group in the U.S. and play a major role in shaping our economy and society, making up 18.7% of the U.S. population. In Virginia, Hispanics/Latinos make up 10.5% of the state's population and in some cities already make up about 40% of the residents. Over the next two decades, the U.S. Census estimates that the Hispanic population will double in the state of Virginia. 

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