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Montgomery County Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Events

9/14/2025

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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will lead National Hispanic Heritage Month events from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, recognizing the county's 20.5% Latino population.
Federal immigration policy concerns have led to cancellations of Latino cultural events in the Pacific Northwest.
Metro Atlanta will host various events celebrating Hispanic culture, including art exhibitions and family activities.
Kansas City's Fiesta Hispana, the Midwest's largest Hispanic festival, features music, food, and cultural education.
Miami Beach and Augusta, GA, will also host events honoring Hispanic contributions and celebrating Latin American culture.

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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will lead National Hispanic Heritage Month events from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, recognizing the county's 20.5% Latino population.
Federal immigration policy concerns have led to cancellations of Latino cultural events in the Pacific Northwest.
Metro Atlanta will host various events celebrating Hispanic culture, including art exhibitions and family activities.
Kansas City's Fiesta Hispana, the Midwest's largest Hispanic festival, features music, food, and cultural education.
Miami Beach and Augusta, GA, will also host events honoring Hispanic contributions and celebrating Latin American culture.