Author: Paco Ojeda

City hall has a monetary arrangement with local journalists. Did you know that? While you were sleeping a new international airport was being built. Oh, and Melaque has a new malecón. PLUS: What’s your take on comedy shows? I’m going to one.

When it comes to violence, where do Mexican cities stand? Not in a good place. Hotel occupancy expected to soar in Semana Santa. Local jazz festival returns. PLUS: Your favorite Mexican crooner is in deep doo-doo.

Puerto Vallarta’s El Centro, a ‘Pueblo Mágico’? More details about the possibility of a Las Juntas underpass.Tequila production is skyrocketing. Two Indian dinners, back to back? PLUS: Get ready to pay for your Twitter.

Mayor Michel presents a major public works improvement proposal. Volaris also adds new flights from Guadalajara. A fun event is happening this weekend, but was it promoted at all or are we not looking in the right places? PLUS: A report of the new Indian Restaurant at Isla Río Cuale.

SEAPAL begins upgrades along Ave. Mexico. Highway drivers make hard choices with increasing tolls. VivaAerobus increases flights to Guadalajara. Ready for your close-up? A film is being shot in El Tuito. PLUS: Another live show blows my mind, raising the bar for any other singing acts in town.

Puerto Vallarta seeks to improve its Blue Flag status. There is a sinkhole in a busy local street, and it’s growing, apparently. A meme about employment in the city and a great article by Travel+Leisure caught our attention. PLUS: It’s time to go explore local art galleries!