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Jerry Jones is a long-time LGBTQ journalist, with more than 20 years of experience. He is passionate about telling the stories of the LGBTQ community in Puerto Vallarta, and connecting the community to its people. Jerry is the founder of Out & About Nashville (now OutVoicesNashville), which he sold in 2020. He has more than 20+ years of experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, and digital media management. Jerry is also an advanced emergency medical technician and has spent much of his career helping those in need.
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Passenger Shares Photos and Experience on PV Delice Party Boat Sinking
On December 31, 2020 around 5 p.m. the party boat, PV Delice, sank to the bottom of the ocean while crew frantically called for help to rescue passengers.
Hotel Mercurio Closed, Assets Seized
Hotel Mercurio Was Closed Friday Night, May 17, 2024 and all of the assets inside were seized. All of the guests were left on the street.
Louis Whitaker Arrested, Indicted by U.S. Federal Grand Jury on Child Pornography
Whitaker was Alias in Puerto Vallarta, Wyatt Maxwell is...
Michoacán Earthquake Felt in Puerto Vallarta
An earthquake that hit near Coalcoman, Michoacan, in the early morning hours of January 12, 2025, was felt in Puerto Vallarta, with some buildings evacuating its residents.
Couple Urges Caution After Puerto Vallarta Grindr Incident
The gay married couple from Anaheim, California were visiting Puerto Vallarta in mid-October when they became victims of a drugging and robbery from a Grindr hookup. While they are both embarrassed by the incident, they are using the horrific experience to warn other to be cautious. Both are praising the response of the local police and hotel officials
Man Stabbed, Killed on Venustiano Carranza in Zona Romantica
A man has died after being stabbed in Zona Romantica, according to local news media reports, a highly unusual occurrence in the normally peaceful and tourist heavy area.
Vallarta Pride Readies for Record Breaking Crowd
Under the shining Puerto Vallarta moon and stars, leaders of Vallarta Pride and other Puerto Vallarta government offices kicked off the 2023 pride season with a press conference held outside at the Centro Internacional de Convenciones de Puerto Vallarta (CIC, Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center ).
Raices Performs at Incanto on Friday, May 5
Recent RISE talent show winner, Raices, has added a show on Friday, May 5 at 7 PM in the theatre. Under the artistic direction of Gabe Arciniega, their popularity continues to soar with rave reviews, packed houses, and multiple standing ovations as they present The Sounds Of Mexico. Early online reservations are recommended.
Lesbians Are Out During Vallarta Pride, May 22 to 29, 2023
In addition to Vallarta Pride which will take place May 17 to May 28, 2023, Lesbian Pride will be hosting a week of exclusive events for women in what has been described as one of the friendliest destinations for the LGBTQ+ community, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Organizers Seek 300 Runners for 3K and 6K Race to Open Vallarta Pride Week
Vallarta Pride will jump start the 2023 Pride Week activities with a 3 and 6K race, designed to help promote the upcoming 2023 international Gay Games and to add an element of physical activities for the annual pride festival week.
Alberto Cuevas Named Semi-Finalist for La Voz de Zapopan 2023
Alberto Cuevas, known as El Diamante, an native of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, has been selected as one of 30 semi-finalists for La Voz de Zapopan 2023.
Buscando? Activo? Passivo? Learn How to Navigate Gay Apps While in Puerto Vallarta
Join language Professor Luiz Valadez as he helps you navigate the strange but wonderful world of app dating in a foreign country.
Speed Dating Events to be Held at The Secret Wine and Cocktail Bar
Speed Dating is coming back to Puerto Vallarta! Out & About PV Magazine has teamed up with The Secret Wine and Cocktail Bar, to offer Speed Dating starting April 11. Future events will be held on May 23 and June 13.
Sit. Stay. Drink. Event to Bring Dog Owners Together at The Secret Wine Bar
An opportunity for dog owners to connect and network is coming to the Secret Wine Bar on a monthly basis, the first starting on April 25.
One Six One Celebrates Two Years on Saturday, April 1
One Six One, Rodolfo Gomez 161, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is turning two years old and they want to celebrate with you!
Gay Mixers Set for April 5 and April 27
Three Puerto Vallarta permanent residents - Don Lewis, Frank Cassel and Chris Clyde, are teaming up with Out & About PV Magazine and Jet De La Isla’s Facebook Group, “Puerto Vallarta Gays: Everything Gay You Need Or Want To Know” to jumpstart regular gay mixers.
Louis Whitaker (Maxwell) Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ to Federal Charges
Louis Whitaker (whose real name is Wyatt C. Maxwell) appeared before Magistrate Judge Jill A. Morris on March 27 and entered a plea of "not guilty" while standing with his court-appointed attorney Chelsea Wilson.
STUDS Bear Bar Announces New Weekly Food and Special Nights
STUDS Bear Bar, Puerto Vallarta’s only bear/leather bar, has announced new weekly specials, which include food discounts and special theme nights.
Who Will Be the Next Miss What a Drag?
It is an entertainment show like no other, straight men dressing in drag, drag mothers coaching and hilarious performances all to raise money for the domestic violence women's shelter Casa Esperanza and Compassion for the Family.
Tunnel Bar Opens in East Emiliano Zapata
A new “everybody friendly” bar has been opened at Basilio Badillo 447, adding to the quickly expanding options of restaurants and bars that have recently opened in the East Emiliano Zapata neighborhood
OAPV Staff Member Robbed, Wants Others to Know to Avoid Poorly Lighted Area
Out & About PV Magazine staff member and graphic designer Marco Encinas was robbed on Monday, March 6, 2023, and wants to use the experience to warn others of the area where he was robbed.
‘Stars With a Heart’ Benefits Vallarta Food Bank, Sunday, March 5 at ACT2PV
On Sunday, March 5, entertainment acts and starts from all over Puerto Vallarta will join forces to raise money for the Vallarta Food Bank.
La Catrina Cantina Offered Entertainers Respite During Pandemic
Juan Alvarado created La Catrina Cantina as a way to help entertainers suffering during the pandemic. As the venue comes up on its second anniversary, he has no regrets.
Mexican Group Raíces Wins Talent Contest, ‘So You Think You Can Rise’
With an audience of more than 800 people watching, the Mexican group Raíces took home the top prize of $10,000 pesos after being voted by the audience as the winner of the talent contest So You Think You Can Rise, which was held Feb. 26, 2023 at Teatro Theater in Puerto Vallarta.
Joint Coworking Hotel Celebrates First Year, Hosts Art Auction and Fundraiser
On Feb. 25 Joint Cowork hotel and event space held it's first anniversary as a fund raiser for the ROPMPE festival, an art festival to be held in March this year and led all by local female visual artists.
Louis Whitaker Arrested, Indicted by U.S. Federal Grand Jury on Child Pornography
Whitaker was Alias in Puerto Vallarta, Wyatt Maxwell is Legal Name
Popular Puerto Vallarta entertainer Louis Whitaker was indicted by a federal grand jury in...
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