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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.
Galleria Dante and Di Vino Dante Restaurant Celebrate Success
Galleria Dante is one of the largest fine art galleries in Puerto Vallarta (and the third oldest), representing more than 60 artists with an amazing collection that includes 85 percent Mexican artists.
Jordan Rae Walker Wins Final Round of So You Think You Can Rise Talent Competition
The fifth and final round of the talent show, So You Think You Can Rise, ended Sunday, Feb. 5 sending Jordan Rae Walker (@jordanraewalker )to the big grand finale.
BeefDip Bear Week Brings $240 Million Pesos Economic Benefit to Puerto Vallarta
BeefDip Bear Week, one of the largest and longest running bear events in the world, is bringing with it approximately $240 million pesos economic benefit for Puerto Vallarta (or equal to approximately $12 million USD).
Mexican Drag Queen Jeybra Brings Fire to the Stage
Jeybra Queen (the name is a take on the Zebra) arrived in Puerto Vallarta about three years ago, and brought to her act something not many other people can do - acrobatics and aerial arts combined with fire.
Two Winners Named in Round Four of SYTYCR Talent Competition
Rafael Alonso Camacho and Groupo Raices both impressed the judges and audience so much that dual winners were announced.
Inspired by Nature, Guzman Paints from the Heart
Luis Guzman has known since he can remember that his hands and heart were meant to paint.
Studs Bear Bar Opens Bear Week With Drag Bunch
Studs Bear/Leather Bar will start a new Sunday tradition on Sunday, January 29 with its version of Drag Brunch.
Record Attendance of More than 3,500 Expected for BeefDip Bear Week
More than 3,500 bears will be coming to Puerto Vallarta as part of the 19th annual BeefDip Bear week, which will be held Jan. 29 to Feb. 5, 2023.
Vallarta Gay Medical Clinic Opens in Zona Romantica
Vallarta Gay Clinic (VGC) has opened in Zona Romantica with a promise to focus on providing LGBTQ+ patients with primary healthcare services.
The Art Boys Are Living Life Through Color
David Brown and Santiago Redmond, who lovingly call themselves the “Art Boys”, are living examples of taking a passionate hobby and making it into a new career.
Yates Wows Audience With English/Spanish Rendition of ‘Sway’ and Named Round 2 Winner of SYTYCR
Steve Yates won round two of Jan. 15’s So You Think You Can Rise (SYTYCR) competition and will advance to the finals to be held at Teatro Vallarta on February 26, 2023.
Lost Gabor Sister Brings ‘Big’ Style to Incanto’s Stage
Richard Lucas is one of those theater queens. He’s known around the world as the founder of Lucas Talent, - the largest talent and literary agency in Canada - but he’s known in Puerto Vallarta as its very own Gouda Gabor.
ChaChaLaca Bar Adds Windows, AC
Chachalaca Bar, Francisca Rodríguez 136, located in the heart of Zona Romantica near the pier, has recently renovated and added windows to the front of the bar.
Enel Ram Wins First Round in SYTYCR Talent Contest
Enel Ram was named winner of the first round of the So You Think You Can Rise (SYTHCR) talent competition and will move on to the grand finale that will be held Feb. 26.
The Search Begins for Mr. Mercurio 2023
Hotel Mercurio and Swimwear Mercurio are looking for their next brand ambassador, Mr. Mercurio 2023, and will crown a winner on Sunday, February 5, 2023.
Studs, Chachalaca, TOP Sky and Other PV Bars to Air RPDR Premiere, Friday, Jan. 6
Bars in Puerto Vallarta - Including Studs and Chachacala - are planning on showing RuPauls Drag Race premier on Friday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. CST
From English Teacher, Dolphin Trainer to Drag Star Karma La Perra, Mitchell Rivadeneyra Shines as an Entertainer
Mitchell Isaác Guzmán Rivadeneyra is performer and drag star Karma La Perra - he arrived at Juicy Drags for our interview dressed like the fashion diva that he is - a custom made crop top, sunglasses and a sharp black hat that instantly told you that this man is ready for business.
So You think You Can RISE to Crown New Talent As 30 Competitors Vie for Title
So You Think You Can Rise will raise money for a local orphanage and crown a new title winner in the annual talent competition.
Unfinished Gallery and Bar Offers New Beginnings for Local Artists
Alfredo Ramirez and his husband John Palmerton have been together long enough - 30 years - that they know each other probably better than they know themselves.
It's for that reason they both laughed when I asked where the name of their new gallery came from - Unfinished Gallery & Bar, located at Mina 183, Centro, Puerto Vallarta.
In 2022 We Saw Earthquakes, New Bridges and New Businesses
2022 is almost over and as we look back over the year, we had some pretty significant news and events that we covered.
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