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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.

Blondies Season 10: Love, Slushies, and Fashion

Love at first sight is often a cliché, but for Shawn McGuire and Dino Alberti, it was the real deal. Their story began at a chance meeting poolside here in Puerto Vallarta, both of them on vacation. It was an encounter that blossomed into a whirlwind romance and a shared dream.

MR. Exprimido Offers a Fresh Squeeze on Puerto Vallarta’s Beverage Scene

Lorenzo Antonio Marín de Dios, has brought a refreshing twist to Puerto Vallarta's culinary scene with innovative drinks, from classic cocktails to creative fruit-based concoctions with his new store, MR Exprimido.

Photo Gallery: Gay Mixer at Daiquiri Dicks on the Beach

More than 175 people attended the gay mixer held on November 26 at Daiquiri Dicks on the Beach.

Photo Gallery: Gay Mixer at ACT2PV

Check out this photo gallery from the gay mixer that was held on Oct. 29, 2024 at ACT2PV Theater.

LGBTQ+ Community Center Expands, Offers New Services

The Vallarta Gay+ Community Center (VGCC) is experiencing a period of rapid growth and expansion, transforming into a vital hub for Puerto Vallarta's LGBTQ+ community.

For The Love of DILFS: David Smith, Jr. Represents Puerto Vallarta and Fire Island on Reality TV

From the beaches of Puerto Vallarta to the glitz and glamor of reality TV, local event producer David M. Smith, Jr. is trading paradise for a chance at love and a $10,000 prize on streaming TV show,  'For the Love of DILFs’.

Luxury Living Comes to Colonia Lazaro Cardenas with Olympia

The Lazaro Cardenas neighborhood is set to welcome a new 30-unit luxury condo development with a retail space, Olympia, which recently held a groundbreaking ceremony. The project is slated to be completed by Fall 2026, bringing new housing options and amenities to the area.

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Vallarta: A Delicious Guide to Local Restaurants

If you are an American visitor or resident in Puerto Vallarta and looking to enjoy the American holiday of Thanksgiving, held this year on November 28, 2024, we’ve compiled a list of places that are offering a special Thanksgiving Day meal. 

Wyatt Maxwell (Louis Whitaker) Sentenced to 20 Years for Child Pornography

Wyatt Maxwell, 25, known in Puerto Vallarta as “Louis Whitaker”, 25, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Roseann A. Ketchmark on Wednesday, Nov. 20, to 20 years in federal prison without parole for child pornography.

Amapas Stairs Revitalized with Stunning Mural

The once dilapidated and dangerous stairway leading down from Highway 200 to Playa de Los Muertos in the Amapas neighborhood has been transformed into a stunning mural, thanks to a collaborative effort by the community. 

Salchidogo Offers Unique Flavors at Puerto Vallarta’s Newest Hotdog Spot

Step into a world of gourmet hotdogs at Salchidogo, where flavor meets innovation, right in Zona Romantica. Salchidogo is Puerto Vallarta’s newest culinary gem, offering hotdogs unlike anything you’ve ever had. 

Irvin M. Arrested in Stabbing of Man in Zona Romantica

Irvin Monreala, a male known to many in the LGBTQ+ Puerto Vallarta community, has been arrested for the alleged killing of a man who he allegedly stabbed around 2 p.m. on Nov. 19, 2024.

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.

Chachalaca Bar Celebrates Six Years

Chachalaca Bar celebrated its sixth anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, with amazing entertainment including Mharina Storm, Genesis Padilla, Drag Krono and Alberto Cuevas.  Six years...

The Social Club Speakeasy Bar Set to Open

Harkening back to the 1920s when alcohol was illegal to purchase (in the United States), a new “speakeasy” type bar is opening in Puerto Vallarta, offering a new concept that has yet to be seen in Zona Romantica. 

New Dog and Cat Adoption Fair to Be Held in ZR on Sundays

Residents of Zona Romantica who are looking to adopt a dog or cat will soon be able to visit with their future new family members at a new dog and cat adoption center that will be held once a week at the Dog & Cat (formerly Can&Cat) veterinary clinic in Zona Romantica.

Gay Mixer at Canto Restaurant Set for Nov. 12, 2024

A Gay Mixer will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Canto Restaurant, Lázaro Cárdenas 446, Zona Romántica, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Chef Roman Ventura Offers New, Exciting Food Experiences

Chef Roman Ventura, voted Puerto Vallarta’s favorite gay chef, is shaking things up with two unique culinary concepts as he embarks on his tenth year as a chef. 

Sit. Stay. Drink. Dog  Mixer set for November 7

An opportunity for dog owners to connect and network is coming to Zona Romantica on November 7, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Recuérdame Festival Celebrates Dia De Los Muertos

With the theme “Remember Me”, one of Puerto Vallarta’s largest festivals of the year kicks off to celebrate and recognize the annual Day of the Dead celebration.

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