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San Antonio woman honors late brother through La Catrina Tejana tradition

San Antonio woman honors late brother through La Catrina Tejana tradition
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Every year, Anita Samaniego Avellana spends hours in the makeup chair and months planning an elaborate costume to transform herself into La Catrina Tejana. At Muertos Fest in San Antonio, people often stop to take pictures with her, admiring the intricate designs and sugar-skull makeup. But behin...

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