Community news, culture and events from Nayarit and Jaltemba Bay.
October 19, NHC Advisory 24: Trudy has weakened to a tropical storm and is moving west away from Mexico. No coastal watches or warnings are in effect; dangerous surf and rip currents can continue today.
October 11–17, 2026: Nayarit’s coastal weather, Tara A. Spears’ Xolo story, Day of the Dead traditions and upcoming autumn events.
Tara A. Spears explores the Xolo’s place in Mexico’s Day of the Dead traditions, from a loyal companion in life to a guide in the afterlife.
By Bill Bell | October 13, 2026Storm information based on NOAA’s 09:00 UTC advisory, October 13 Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit begin Tuesday with an offshore hurricane still demanding attention, while the airport operator has brought forward its reopening schedule. Hurricane Simon…
October 4–10, 2026: hurricane preparations, community support, coastal environmental cases, hospitality training and health outreach across Riviera Nayarit.
Riviera Nayarit news for September 28–October 3, 2026: Rachel’s coastal effects, tourism investment, the floating billboard debate, road repairs and Día de Muertos plans.
Tara A. Spears No matter what interests you, there are numerous themed events held each fundraising season that are exceptional and worth attending. Fundraising is often viewed as a means to an end — a way to gather financial support for a…
Tara A. Spears Photography is a magical world where images speak louder than words. It captures moments, emotions, and stories with a single click. Anyone can snap a picture, but it takes a creative eye to take photos that pull the viewer…
Tara A. Spears ‘Wild thing/You make my heart sing/You make everything groovy/Wild thing, I think I love you…’ When I first visited Mexico, I came for the weather and the beach. The visit was enhanced by the new food and vibrant culture,…
By Tara A. Spears The annual La Peñita Breast Cancer Clinic has united women from across the community and the state of Nayarit since 1996. It is about more than getting a new prosthesis and bra; patients return because it is a…
