Chapala’s Ecology Department (Ecodes) is prepared to jump the gun on state authorities to implement a local ban on the commercial use of plastic bags and other single-use,disposable products as early as next month.

Organizers of Jewish film festivals all want a good mix of genre, subject or international diversity in their selection. But while the content may vary, to get on any potential list, the films must be Jewish.

The Wise men of the Orient made several appearances in the Chapala area Monday, January 6 to punch up Diá de Los Reyes festivities with gifts and treats for local children.

Lakeside’s first extended religious celebration of 2020 got under way Monday, January 6 in Jocotepec, when civil authorities and trade guilds led an evening procession to the parish church for the renewal of a pledge of faith to the town’s spiritual patron, the Lord of the Mount.

High winds that blasted lakeside in the early hours of  Thursday, January 2, left a trail of damage in their wake.

To avoid the current crush at Chapala City Hall, taxpayers may want to hold off for awhile to take advantage of the outreach program planned by the municipal Catastro (land registry) office.