Editor’s note: This is a feature in a series profiling some of Amarillo’s prominent leaders in the Hispanic community. Amarillo Globe-News will publish one story each day through Oct. 15 as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. Many words have been used to describe former boxing champion and Potter County Commissioner Manny Perez Villasenor, but many people would agree that he was extremely passionate about serving his community. read more
Hispanic Heritage Month Profile: Manny Perez
Eboni Graham, Amarillo Globe-News
Sun, 09/21/2014 - 7:49pm
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Topics: Texas Potter County Amarillo
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