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"This month, girls in the Los Angeles County Foster Care System had the chance to honor their Hispanic roots with a magical Quincea?era."

You can watch more stories like this on Channel 92 or 94 on most cable systems, or anytime here [ [link removed] ]. Catch up on LA County Close-Up?here [ [link removed] ].

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*In Case You Missed It*

*Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month*

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On September 12, 2023, the LA County Board of Supervisors passed a motion [ [link removed] ] proclaiming "Hispanic Heritage Month" in Los Angeles County.?Throughout the month, we proudly celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures and contributions from the Hispanic and Latino/a/x communities that continue to shape the diverse landscape of Los Angeles County.?

Join us [ [link removed] ] in recognizing and celebrating the numerous contributions of these remarkable individuals by visiting the Natural History Museum, a local library or park and learning about?the culture, contributions, and heritage of Hispanic Americans.

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*At Your Service*

*LA Food Equity Fund: Grant Applications Open*

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Food insecurity continues to rise in LA County, affecting nearly 1 million residents. Some 3 in 10 households experienced food insecurity this year, according to a new USC research study [ [link removed] ].

But we?re working hard to find long-term solutions to hunger in our region based on recent recommendations by the Los Angeles County Food Equity Roundtable. [ [link removed] ] The County will soon distribute nearly $10M in federal American Rescue Plan funds to local community organizations looking to close the hunger gap through innovative programs like urban agriculture and food waste recovery.?

Applications [ [link removed] ]are being accepted through Oct. 30.?

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*Out and About*

*Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes*

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The American Diabetes Association? will host their annual Step Out Walk to raise awareness and encourage physical activity in Los Angeles County. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than 133 million adults are living with diabetes or prediabetes in the United States and one in five of our adolescents are living with prediabetes, a growing epidemic.

To support the efforts of the American Diabetes Association to raise awareness and promote healthy living, join us for a 5K scenic walk along the shoreline and marinas at Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach on *Saturday, September 30th, 2023.*

The signature event Step Out Walk will provide an opportunity for people to improve their health by learning more about diabetes management and prevention, connect with other individuals who are living with diabetes and raise funds that extends far beyond crossing the finish line.

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*Photo Finish*

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Photo: Los Angeles County / Mayra Beltran Vasquez

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