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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 Medical Center Celebrates Seven Years as a Top Level Hospital

For more than seven years Vallarta Medical Center has been providing top-level medical services to Puerto Vallartians. 

Drag Queens, Sushi at 1/2 Price, Bingo and Loteria at Therapy Bar on Wednesday

DJ Faith Inferno, and now Bingo Caller Faith Inferno, is hosting a new bingo and loteria night at Therapy Bar in Puerto Vallarta.

Can&Cat Opens Second Location in Zona Romantica

Can&Cat, a new full service pet center has opened in Zona Romantica, bringing with it everything from grooming to veterinary services.

Shhhhh! It’s a Secret! New ‘Secret’ Wine Bar Opens in Hidden Location

A new speakeasy has opened in Puerto Vallarta. The Secret Wine & Cocktail Bar, located at Calle Lazaro Cardenas 311, is on the patio/terrace of the Littenbrod Bakery.

Puerto Vallarta Brings Home Five Travvy Awards For Tourism Efforts

Puerto Vallarta is celebrating wins in five categories from the Travvy Awards, highlighting the popularity of the city and the hard work done by the Public Trust for Tourism Promotion and Advertising of Puerto Vallarta.

Bear Events Planned in Puerto Vallarta for Thanksgiving Holiday

There are two big bear events that promise to draw bears out of hibernation and to Puerto Vallarta over the upcoming USA Thanksgiving holiday - Bearadise and Brawny Bear.

The Amazing Race Films in Puerto Vallarta

The Amazing Race, a CBS Paramount Studio production, was in Puerto Vallarta on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022 with contestants racing around town to complete certain tasks.  

Same Sex Marriage Now Legal in ALL of Mexico

The 32 states that make up the nation of Mexico have now all approved same-sex marriage.

Time Goes Back One Hour at 2 a.m. Oct. 30

Don't forget to set your clocks back by one hour before you go to bed on Oct. 30, 2022.

Day of the Dead Celebrations Planned from Oct. 27 to Nov. 2

The Day of the Dead is time for Mexican families to remember loved ones that have passed. Alters will be set up in homes, businesses and public spaces to honor family and community members who have died.

Let’s Pho Brings Vietnamese Culture to Puerto Vallarta

Meet Charlie Huynh the man behind Let's Pho Puerto Vallarta. He is the epitome of an entrepreneur. At the young age of 34 he already had a career as a model, been a philanthropist for the LGBT+ community and successfully opened four restaurants. 

Nahuales Presents Special Dia de Muertos Show with Karma La Perra

If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate Dia de los Muertos, consider spending an evening on a private beach watching a mystical performance conducted by a cast of all local Mexican artists.

Hurricane Roslyn Bypasses Puerto Vallarta With No Major Damage

Puerto Vallarta experienced no major damage from Hurricane Roslyn as it made landfall around 6:20 a.m. CST near Santa Cruz in Nayarit.

City Orders All Businesses to Close at 7 p.m. As Hurricane Roslyn Approaches

As Hurricane Roslyn approaches Mexico, with landfall expected just north of Puerto Vallarta, the city is requiring all business activities to be suspended at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22 and asking all citizens to stay in their homes after 7 p.m.

Qué Bolá Puerto Vallarta Promises to Put Vallarta on the Map for Cuban Food

Qué Bolá Puerto Vallarta prepares to open its doors to the public on Tuesday, Oct. 25. A grand opening preview with drinks and samples of the food will be held Saturday, Oct. 22 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Hurricane Warning Issued for Puerto Vallarta as Roslyn Strengthens

Mexico issued a hurricane warning covering the Bahia de Banderas that includes Puerto Vallarta and for a strip of coast to the south of the bay.

Puerto Vallarta Under Hurricane Watch as TS Roslyn Approaches

Puerto Vallarta is under a Hurricane Watch as Tropical storm Roslyn is forecast to be a hurricane when it passes near and makes landfall along the west-central coast of Mexico late Saturday and Sunday.

Block Party and Costume Contest Planned for Halloween

Four Puerto Vallarta businesses have teamed up to plan a spectacular block party on Halloween night, with the party starting at 7 p.m.

Halloween Events Planned in Puerto Vallarta

While the biggest celebration in Mexico in November is Dia De Muertos, Halloween is also a very popular and festive event in Puerto Vallarta, as many bars and restaurants are planning fun parties.

Awaysis Offers Retreat from Busy Vallarta

Nestled away on a small street towards the end of Zona Romantica, the exterior painted in a vibrant and welcoming blue, you’ll find one of Puerto Vallarta’s newest restaurants/bars and entertainment venues - Awaysis.

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