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Jocotepec municipality  has a population of 47,534 of which 24,129 are women, according to information from the Institute of Statistical and Geographic Information of Jalisco (IIEG), Jocotepec reports 870 attacks against women  throughout the municipality so far,  equivalent to 72.5 women attacked per month or  2.4 women per day. Photo Caption:The photograph is for illustrative purposes only.Photo:Héctor Ruiz Mejía.

Héctor Ruiz Mejía: According to data obtained by Laguna through a transparency request, 2.4 women are attacked  everyday somewhere in the municipality of Jocotepec. San Juan Cosalá  is Jocotepec’s most dangerous town for women for the third straight year.

San Juan Cosalá continues to be the most violent town despite a slight drop in reported attacks on women from their high point in 2019 .  In that year authorities registered 224 attacks , which represented 18.6 women raped per month. The year 2020  saw a drop to 210 attacks (17.5 women per month) . In 2021 there have been a total of 126 reported cases (10.6 women per month) to date, but Cassandra Reyes, director of the Directorate of Substantive Equality,  warns that December, traditionally the month with the highest incidence of violence, is still ahead.

«Something strange happens  after Christmas and days of partying and alcohol before the New Year, the numbers of women victims of violence shoot up,» she  said.

The numbers from the towns at the west end of Lake Chapala (known as the headwaters) are not encouraging either. Since 2020 attacks on women have  increased almost double  over 2019 as  the municipal headwaters area recorded 109  cases in 2019 (9.08 women per month),  204 cases in 2020 (17 cases per month) and so far this year, 115 cases of violence have been reported (9.5 per month), with an anticipated increase  in December.

However, last year saw the highest number of attacks, with  972 cases at the municipal level, which represented 81 women assaulted per month, largely influenced by the confinement caused by the pandemic, explained Casandra Reyes.

«The confinement represented a challenge for the women who were raped, as this made them live full time with their attacker who, being unemployed, increased their alcohol consumption», explained Cassandra.

The walkway on Colón Street starts at the corner of Parroquia Street and ends at the Malecón. Photo: Sofía Medeles.

Sofía Medeles (Ajijic, Jal.)- The walkway at Colón and Morelos streets, in the downtown area of Ajijic, was received with good comments by Ajijitecos, and will be set up  on weekends and holidays, authorities told Laguna.

The space set aside for pedestrians is only on the east side of the road, where cones have been placed  to indicate that there is no parking on that side, thus allowing tourists and locals to walk easily in the pathway created by the cones.

The person in charge of Ajijic’s office, Maximiliano «Max» Macías, explained that, both a survey in social networks and in person revealed a  positive response to the project, with a  small percentage  of negative opinion.

«I think it’s good, because this way the sidewalks are not so crowded, and there are no problems when passing people. And, since there are no people walking down the street, the flow of cars in that area is faster; it’s a very good idea». Photo: Sofía Medeles.

«For example, an American  commented that since there is nowhere to park, there are visitors who park at his door inconveniencing him. We are taking into account all opinions and not trying not to mpact anyone just to attract more tourism», said Max.

Ajijitecos interviewed by Laguna, confirmed what he said. Aurora, a young neighbor of Ajijic said, «I think it’s good, because this way the sidewalks are not so crowded, and there are no problems when passing people. And, since there are no people walking down the street, the flow of cars in that area is faster; it’s a very good idea». 

However, there was no lack of opposition comments which focused on the lack of parking on the main road.  

«This project is very unfortunate, because they removed parking spaces without offering an alternative solution. It is a good idea that they encourage people to walk, but what if someone with a disability wants to go to the Malecon? they would have to park far away, and there is nothing to do if they are late and need to be closer. Let’s hope they solve the problem soon,» shared a resident of Ajijic.

Finally, Max added that together with the municipal president, Alejandro Aguirre Curiel, they are looking for another parking lot, although  it may be difficult, since everything is very crowded. One solution could be to ask the merchants to leave the parking lots on the boardwalk free, he said. Finally, he asked the community of Ajijic to use the vehicle less, and try to move more on foot.

Translated by Patrick O’Heffernan

The Queen Live Band will perform onstage at LCS at 3:30. Photo: Semanario Laguna. 

Patrick O’Heffernan, Ajijic.  Roy Gomez Cruz will return to the Concerts in the Park at LCS once again in the person of Freddie Mercury in two December 1 concerts that include a full Queen Live Band performance and a live and visual presentation of the “I Want It All :The Freddie Mercury Story”.

The Queen Live Band will perform onstage at LCS at 3:30. The band that dazzles audiences in the Palm Cabaret Club in Puerto Vallarta will bring its excitement to the LCS Park stage with favorites like We Will Rock You, We are Champions, Radio Ga Ga and Another One Bites the Dust.

At 6 pm Gomez returns in Mercury persona with   “I Want It All: The Freddie Mercury Story”, a high energy, visual and emotional journey through the songs and life events of the legendary Freddie Mercury. Gomez, who has a Master’s Degree  and is currently a PhD Candidate in Performance Studies at Northwestern University, immerses himself in the role of Freddie Mercury and amazes audiences with his detailed, authentic portrayal of the rocker. Palm Cabaret Entertainment Director Mark Rome, formally of the Spotlight in Ajijic, says, “I have never seen audiences embrace and enjoy a performance like this before,” of Gomez’s “I Want It All: The Freddie Mercury Story.

Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara in 1946 and died in 1991) was a British singer, songwriter, record producer, and lead vocalist of the rock band Queen who is regarded as one of the greatest singers in the history of rock music. Known for his flamboyant stage persona and four-octave vocal range, Mercury defined  and redefined the conventions of a rock front man.

Advanced ticket purchase recommended. Tickets can be purchased at LCS office or online at https://lakechapalasociety.com. General Admission tickets (seats arranged in rows): $350 MXN.

VIP table tickets: $500 MXN

Foto: SSJ.

Redacción. – La Secretaría de Salud Jalisco (SSJ) hizo un llamado a la población mayor de edad que por alguna razón no se haya vacunado contra el coronavirus a realizar su registro en la plataforma estatal para que obtengan su cita para la inoculación del biológico.

La dependencia estatal informó “Para ello se dispone de biológico suficiente, luego de la recepción de más de 187 mil vacunas el viernes pasado, que también incluirá segundas dosis; por lo que se pide estar atento a las convocatorias a través de los canales oficiales de la SSJ y el Gobierno del Estado”, a través de un comunicado de prensa.

Durante la segunda semana de noviembre se aplicaron más de 30 mil primeras dosis a mayores de 18 años que por alguna razón no se habían vacunado, de los cuales, alrededor de 8 mil en municipios del interior del estado.

El comunicado agrega que de manera paralela se ha protegido con la primera inmunización a un total de 10 mil 782 adolescentes entre 12 y 17 años que viven con alguna enfermedad o condición de vulnerabilidad en su salud.

Los policías estatales recuperaron la mercancía, consistente en cajas de diferentes juegos. Foto: Policía Estatal de Jalisco. 

Redacción.- Una mujer que presuntamente sustrajo mercancía de una tienda departamental ubicada en el municipio de Chapala, fue arrestada por Oficiales de la Policía del Estado.

Los hechos se registraron en la avenida Hidalgo y Libramiento a Chapala, en la delegación de San Antonio Tlayacapan.

Fueron empleados de la tienda, quienes solicitaron la intervención de los oficiales estatales, que están asignados a brindar seguridad en dicho municipio.

Y es que, de acuerdo a lo relatado por los empleados de la tienda, la mujer ahora detenida presuntamente había introducido varios juguetes a una mochila para acampar, para luego salir sin pagar.

La señalada pretendía escapar, pero fue asegurada metros adelante y mediante la aplicación de los protocolos de seguridad, los policías estatales recuperaron la mercancía, consistente en cajas de diferentes juegos.

La presunta responsable se identificó como Yaratxi “N”, de 25 años, quien fue remitida ante el agente ministerial de la Fiscalía del Estado, donde ya la investigan.

La presunta responsable se identificó como Yaratxi “N”. Foto: Policia del Estado de Jalisco.

Templo de San Andrés Apóstol. Foto: Archivo.

D. Arturo Ortega. – Luego de la falta de respuesta por parte de la Mesa de Salud Jalisco para conceder la realización de reuniones para realización de celebraciones, el Ayuntamiento de Chapala anunció que sí se llevarán a cabo las fiestas patronales a realizarse en próximas fechas, pero con ciertas restricciones.

“El límite de horario será las 12:00 de la noche, aforo restringido a un máximo de personas (no especificado) y la instalación de filtros sanitarios, con responsabilidad para los gremios y grupos que organizan las festividades”, serán parte de las restricciones y responsabilidades.

Lo anterior se realizó por parte de las Autoridades Municipales, en atención a las diversas peticiones de los habitantes, grupos organizados y gremios, ha determinado que se conceden permisos para llevar a cabo eventos.

Entre las fiestas más esperadas en el municipio se encuentran las fiestas de San Andrés Apóstol, Santo Patrono del Pueblo Mágico de Ajijic que se celebrarán a través de un novenario que concluye el 30 de noviembre.

Ranzio, a fantastic zombie show. 

D. Arturo Ortega (Chapala, Jal).- A “clown theater” and four musical presentations is what Estación Cardinal Chapala, Un Cargamento de Cultura will present in the month of November in coordination with the Centro Cultural González Gallo (CCGG), Secretaría de Cultura Jalisco and the Dirección de Cultura de Chapala. All presentations are free and suitable for all audiences.

This month’s program opens with a presentation of «Ranzio, a fantastic zombie», a circus clown theater show that shows the difficulties of being and thinking differently in our society through a character that combines music, magic, circus and comedy. The presentation tookes place this Friday November 12 at 7:00 p.m. on Chapala’s malecon at the open-air forum «Salate de Felisa.» 

World music comes to Chapala with Phi and Tala Friks, two groups that will perform this Saturday, November 13, starting at 5:00 p.m. in San Antonio Tlayacapán’s plaza.

The sound of the guitar and transverse flute will be heard this Sunday, November 14, at the CCGG at 12:30 p.m., with the interpretation of David Mosqueda on strings and Nury Ulate on the wind instrument.

The whole family is invited to enjoy a beautiful sunset concert on the Ajijic boardwalk with Gil Rios Quartet and Marea Fandanguera on Saturday, November 20, starting at 6:00 p.m. 

A Concert with a Cumbia Flavor will be brought by the musical groups Los Afrodisíacos and La Pura Piña, who will conclude the program with a presentation at the open-air forum located on the Chapala boardwalk on November 27 at 7:00 pm.  

Translated by Kerry Watson

Open Parliamentary Bench in the Jalisco State Congress. Photo: Courtesy. 

Héctor Ruiz Mejía – In her first public act as deputy-elect, «Lolis» López, originally from Jocotepec, declared that she will seek a legislative agenda that is close to the people, to her district, as well as to promoting substantive equality, she said during the first open parliamentary session that took place on November 10 in the Jalisco State Congress.

The deputy was sworn in as president of the Substantive Equality and Gender Commission, and as a member of the Environment, Civil Protection and Resilience Commission. She aims to ensure better participation of women in both private and public spheres.

«Equality is not only a women’s issue, it is not a fight against men, it is a matter for everyone», explained López Jara, who stated that she will work towards all women having an impact on «an even floor of equal opportunities».

 López Jara presented the five axes of the program of Movimiento Ciudadano (MC) to a diverse audience including businessmen, activists and different media. She highlighted issues such as economic development, security, culture and corruption, especially the approach to the civilian population.

The Jocotepec congresswoman explained in an interview with Semanario Laguna that her plan is «to get to know the people» and explained that she intends to repeat the presentation  in her District (District 17). She has several times tried to hold similar formal events in delegations such as San Juan Cosalá, but attendance has been low. 

«These proposals are not conjectures, it will be an open parliament to listen to the entire civilian population because sometimes everything is concentrated only in the metropolitan area,» said Lolis.

López Jara served as a Councilor in the 2018-2021 administration, as well as a consultant for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; in addition, she has attended various courses focused on leadership for women, and equality and gender perspectives

Translated by Elisabeth Shields

Miss Grand México 2021, Mariana Macias.

Redaction. – With the crown of Miss Grand México 2021, Mariana Macias of San Antonio Tlayacapan, will face a new challenge in the beauty pageant catwalks representing Chapala and México in the ninth edition of the Miss Grand International 2021 pageant, to be held from November 16 to December 5.

Mariana, who in a local media  interview  said that  hers would be México’s first participation in the Miss Grand International pageant, has begun the research about the host country and is ramping up her public speaking and catwalk schedule as well as her physical exercise, among other disciplines on her way to Thailand.

If she qualifies and  wins in the distinguished beauty pageant finals on December 4, the former Miss Jalisco 2019,  said that she will expand  her agenda of activities to include trips to different countries.  But for now, she feels like a winner in the vast increase in her self-confidence.

Translated  by Patrick O’Heffernan

Foto: Comunicación Social de Chapala.

Redacción.- Luego de que se volcara la embarcación en la que viajaba acompañado de otras dos personas, el cuerpo de Moisés «N» fue encontrado sin vida, en el interior del lago por elementos de Bomberos y Protección Civil de Chapala.

El incidente habría ocurrido la noche del 14 de noviembre cuando Bomberos y Protección Civil recibieron el reporte que se hacía referencia a una canoa perdida con tres personas a bordo, y cuya embarcación se volcó cuando regresaban a la orilla.

Comunicación Social informó que el cuerpo fue localizado a las 13:45 de este 15 de noviembre, a 10 metros de donde se encontraba la embarcación hundida en la que viajaba.