VIA Times – March 2021 Issue Vital News, Vibrant VIews for Asian Americans in Chicago & Midwest

By: Ryan Tejero   Every Fil-Am community dreams of a venue that can host events, and a place that they can proudly call their own. The Philippines Cultural Community Center in Indiana is a dream come true for Fil-Ams in ...

By: Edward Cortez   The book of Proverbs begins with, “The Proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king if Israel: To know wisdom and instruction…to receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, judgment, and equity” (Proverbs 1:1-3). We hear so much ...

By Gus Mercado, Guest Columnist The midnight scene was apocalyptic at the height of the shocking ice storm that blanketed most of Texas, a state that is geographically bigger than California and normally very seldom sees snow. There was ghastly ...

By: Veronica Leighton   You must think like a man, Act like a lady, Look like a young girl, And work like a horse. On this celebration of International Women’s Day, the above quote is a favorite ode that has ...

By: Veronica Leighton   In celebration of National Women’s Month in the Philippines and International Women’s Day, would like to share some information about this celebration through Wikipedia (my last wonderful resort), as this Vibes lady is very, very sicko right ...

By: James DC   Husband and Wife A husband and wife were dining at a 5-star restaurant. When their food arrived, the husband said: “Our food has arrived! Let’s eat!” His wife reminded him: “Honey, you always say your prayers ...

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is urging investors to be wary of internet and social media schemes promoting precious metals, cryptocurrencies, promissory notes and foreign exchange markets. This week marks Consumer Protection Week and White reminds investors to contact ...

By: Joe Mauricio   This coming Easter Sunday 2021 will be different than any Easter celebrations we have exprienced in the living memory. Churches are closed and silent these days (virtual services only), and so are many restaurants and bars. ...