CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Juan Pablo Giometti, executive editor of Viva Carolina, a multimedia Latino network in the Carolinas, has announced the launch of Viva Carolina Charlotte Edition, a monthly magazine for the Latino community.

This bilingual publication is a resource to individuals, families and organizations, meeting crucial needs, such as local news and events, along with information about healthcare, education and social activities. The publication will be distributed to more than 200 locations in Mecklenburg County, as well as neighboring counties including Union, Gaston, York and Lancaster. The first issue was released on October 4th, 2008 and will be followed by issues the first week of every month. The publication, formerly known as Viva Greenville, recently relocated its headquarters to the Ballantyne area.

The first issue includes an interview with Secretary of State Elaine F. Marshall, where she discusses her role, initiatives, and the notario fraud among new immigrants and how to prevent it. The next issue will feature an interview with Mecklenburg County Commissioners Jennifer Roberts and Dan Ramirez, who talk about their current roles and proposals for re-election.

'We are proud to bring this publication to the Charlotte Metro Area. Our new design will be more appealing to young Latino professionals. In addition, our website can be accessed remotely by cell phone, Blackberry, or PDA,'
said Giometti.