This Friday, April 18, the Ohio Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs (OCHLA) will award the following for recognitions:

2008 Distinguished Hispanic Ohioans

Sonia Troche, Toledo

Victor Leandry, Lorain

Gilbert Silva, Amherst

Councilman Joe Santiago, Cleveland                   

Maria Cruz-Lucio, Findlay
Jason Riveiro, Cincinnati            

Juan José Pérez, Columbus

Wanda Canales, Centerville                   

Tony Ortiz, Beavercreek                                                

Guadalupe Velásquez, Columbus    

2008 Nuestra Familia Recipients

Reverend William A. Thaden, Lorain

Mr. Tracy Nichols, Cleveland

Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Columbus

An Awards Gala is scheduled at 6:30 pm at the Renaissance Hotel, Third and Gay Streets, Columbus. The cost for dinner is $50 per person, with a reception starting at 5:30pm, followed by the program/dinner at 6:30 pm. For information, contact 614-466-8333 or email: [email protected]