# Legado Quijote journalism awards in Ciudad Real

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/legado-quijote-journalism-awards-in-ciudad-real
> Updated: 2026-09-27T16:58:07.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The Legado Quijote 2026 Journalism and Communication Awards were held at the University of Castilla-La Mancha to honor professionals for their contributions to the La Mancha region. Miguel Ángel Valverde, president of the Ciudad Real Provincial Council, stated that journalism is an “essential tool for strengthening collective identity.”

Among the eight professionals honored was César Lumbreras, director of AGROPOPULAR. Lumbreras received recognition for his 42-year career in agricultural and livestock journalism. Vice President María Jesús Pelayo noted his role in defending the local agricultural sector and fostering regional identity.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: César Lumbreras receives Legado Quijote award for journalism

César Lumbreras, director of AGROPOPULAR, received the Legado Quijote 2026 award for over 40 years of excellence in agricultural and livestock journalism in Ciudad Real.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/csar-lumbreras-receives-legado-quijote-award-for-journalism

### 2026-09-22: Ciudad Real honors journalists at Legado Quijote awards

The Ciudad Real Provincial Council presented the Legado Quijote 2026 awards to eight professionals, recognizing journalism's role in strengthening regional identity and visibility.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ciudad-real-honors-journalists-at-legado-quijote-awards

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