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Obituary: Jill Maureen Steimle

Obituary: Jill Maureen Steimle

Jill Maureen Steimle 

Ajijic resident Jill Maureen Steimle passed away unexp...

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Ballet de Jalisco presents ‘Giselle’

18 HOURS AGO
Ballet de Jalisco presents ‘Giselle’

The state’s only full-time professional troupe presents the premiere of “Giselle,” a romantic classic that tells the tragic story of a young peasant girl who falls in love with a nobleman disguised as a commoner. Four shows in total.

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Cirque du Soleil coming to VFG Arena

6 DAYS AGO
Cirque du Soleil coming to VFG Arena

Cirque du Soleil, the renowned Montreal-based circus arts company, will bring a new show to Guadalajara this November. Ovo, a vibrant production inspired by the world of insects, will be performed at the VFG Arena, located along the Guadalajara-Chapala highway, midway between the city and the lakesi...

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Lakeside Little Theatre 61st season ticket sales begin

19 HOURS AGO
Lakeside Little Theatre 61st season ticket sales begin

Starting Friday, August 1, Lakeside Little Theatre (LLT) will begin selling season tickets for its 61st season, featuring an exciting lineup of award-winning productions.

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A bigger and bolder Festival del Lago: Ajijic set for two weeks of musical mastery

6 DAYS AGO
A bigger and bolder Festival del Lago: Ajijic set for two weeks of musical mastery

Ajijic’s cobblestone streets will soon be echoing with the sound of violins, violas and cellos, as the Festival del Lago returns for its ninth season. With more than 70 students enrolled, this year marks the largest and most internationally diverse edition of the festival to date.

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Ribera Arts Review - July 26, 2025

19 HOURS AGO
Ribera Arts Review - July 26, 2025

Bare Stage Theatre

Don’t miss “Death of a Salesman,” Arthur Miller’s award-winning masterpiece. Since its 1949 premiere, it has been revived on Broadway five times and adapted into ten film versions.

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Ribera Arts Review - July 19, 2025

6 DAYS AGO
Ribera Arts Review - July 19, 2025

Live Music

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Amaranta Santos, Brian Mathers, Laura Medina and Rev. Johannys Jiménez-Hartog present “Eternal Flames”—an evening of torch songs from musical theater, the Great American Songbook, country, pop and more. Performances are Friday, July 18, and Saturday, Jul...

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At the Movies - May 17, 2025

2 MONTHS AGO

Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning

Ethan Hunt and the IMF team continue their search for the terrifying AI known as the Entity - which has infiltrated intelligence networks all over the globe - with the world’s governments and a mysterious ghost from Ethan’s past on their trail.

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At the Movies - May 10, 2025

2 MONTHS AGO

Karate Kid: Legends

After kung fu prodigy Li Fong relocates to New York City, he attracts unwanted attention from a local karate champion and embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition with the help of Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso.

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Columns

Guadalajara pause for cyclists on epic trans-America trek

18 HOURS AGO
Guadalajara pause for cyclists on epic trans-America trek

A neighbor of mine is a member of Warmshowers, an international organization that connects long-distance cyclists with hosts who offer a free place to rest and clean up. The other day, he invited me to meet two young men from Cork, Ireland, who were biking from Vancouver, Canada, to Ushuaia, Argenti...

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The Nipple of Tequila: A thrilling ascent to the volcano’s peak

18 DAYS AGO
The Nipple of Tequila: A thrilling ascent to the volcano’s peak

If you’re looking for an exciting hiking destination near Guadalajara, look no further than Tequila—specifically, Tequila Volcano!

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Amazon’s latest Kindle policy and what it means

3 MONTHS AGO

There is a certain body of water I have swum in, sailed on, and flown over at various points in my life. For centuries, since 1550, everyone has referred to it as the Gulf of Mexico.

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The Year in Tech: AI ethics, hydrogen cars & TikTok controversies

6 MONTHS AGO

As we reflect on the tech news of the past 12 months, stories have ranged from virtual reality games to foldable smartphones. Yet, the topic dominating much of the conversation this year has been artificial intelligence (AI), particularly ChatGPT.

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VIEWPOINT: Can foreigners protest in Mexico?

28 DAYS AGO
VIEWPOINT: Can foreigners protest in Mexico?

Some expats are wondering if their participation in protests against President Trump and U.S. federal policies could break Mexican laws. Here’s the short answer: not really.

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VIEWPOINT: Einstein’s warning: A double-edged call to action

1 MONTHS AGO
VIEWPOINT: Einstein’s warning: A double-edged call to action

A focus of this week’s edition is our publication of images featuring nonviolent protestors brandishing placards with punchy slogans—whether critical, emotive or mocking.

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A midwesterner moves to Mexico - So Long, Farewell ...

9 YEARS AGO

I had planned on writing a nice, lengthy, last column worthy of the place I’ve had the pleasure of living in for the past two years.

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A midwesterner moves to Mexico - Packing Up

9 YEARS AGO

The wool coat looks worse for the non-wear. It is wrinkled from being unworn and crammed in the back of a closet for two years; dotted with dust and dog hair from a dog that departed the family a year ago; in need of a lint brush that can’t be found in the pile of things to be thrown away, don...

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Why Mexico’s younger generation is rethinking the expat embrace

14 DAYS AGO
Why Mexico’s younger generation is rethinking the expat embrace

Gentrification—the process of renovating urban areas that leads to the displacement of the original population by newcomers with greater purchasing power—sparked a rowdy protest last week in Mexico City.

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Lizards, crickets and chicatanas: Wildlife encounters spark curiosity (and confusion)

28 DAYS AGO
Lizards, crickets and chicatanas: Wildlife encounters spark curiosity (and confusion)

Last week, a local resident uploaded a photo on Facebook showing a small reptile that had appeared on her patio, asking, “Does anyone know what this guy is?”

Most responses gave the correct answer: a harmless spiny lizard. Some folks said they had found look-alikes in their homes and gard...

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Shoes now cleared for take-off

19 HOURS AGO
Shoes now cleared for take-off

Nothing better than being on a trip, tossing your possessions aside, kicking off your shoes, slowing the day’s rush and getting a professional rub-down. No, not the hotel.   I’m talking about going through airline security.

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Is the age of comic book idols finally over?

6 DAYS AGO
Is the age of comic book idols finally over?

The run on superheroes these days seems to have run out. This means the substitute idols of extraordinary powers and bold and courageous actions wearing Halloween costumes may no longer satisfy as stand-ins for the real thing. If Iron Man came to your door, you’d hand him a Snickers and wave h...

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Expat Living

City Living - January 25, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
City Living - January 25, 2020

Dragon dance

Sunday, January 26, experience the Chinese New Year with a presentation of the dragon dance, and other rituals, by the students and professors of Kung-Fu Dragón Inmortal, one of the most acclaimed Kung Fu schools in Guadalajara. The Chinese New Year falls on Saturday, January 25 t...

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City Living – March 16, 2019

6 YEARS AGO

American School race

Think green – the sixth annual Eco Race and Green Market are scheduled for Sunday, March 31 at Guadalajara’s American School Foundation. Everyone is welcomed to this event meant to raise awareness about conserving the planet’s resources. Expect to learn a lot ab...

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Explore Mexico’s history & culture in upcoming Unitarian seminars

18 HOURS AGO
Explore Mexico’s history & culture  in upcoming Unitarian seminars

Anyone keen to immerse themselves in the intricate tapestry of Mexico’s culture, history, and contemporary affairs can look forward to a two-week seminar series sponsored by the Lake Chapala Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (LCUUF), set to begin on Monday, August 4.

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Weekly Worship - July 26, 2025

19 HOURS AGO

Lake Chapala Baptist

In the Bible, Jonah’s story shows God’s sovereign, redemptive hand in every detail. When Jonah fled, God intervened—not to punish, but to restore. A storm and a great fish preserved him; Nineveh’s repentance revealed God’s mercy for even the unlikely...

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Laguna Chapalac - July 26, 2025

19 HOURS AGO
Laguna Chapalac - July 26, 2025

Spreading Smiles

Johnny’s Lounge will host a drag night to benefit Smile Network International on Monday, July 28. The event features performances by Le Duet, Ineeda Richman, Villain Kush, and Mistress Bootie Callena, along with live music, dancing, and DJ Brian. Tickets are 500 pesos (includin...

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Laguna Chapalac - July 19, 2025

6 DAYS AGO
Laguna Chapalac - July 19, 2025

Tourist police

The Chapala government has revived the municipality’s Tourist Police unit after a lapse of several years. The initial team of five officers will be dispatched alternately to patrol the Malecón sites in Chapala, San Antonio Tlayacapan and Ajijic, equipped with bicycles and ...

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Efren González returns to coast for milestone reception

6 MONTHS AGO
Efren González returns to coast for milestone reception

Lakeside artist Efren González celebrated his 20th Meet the Artist reception at Galería La Manzanilla on Friday, January 17.

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Museum showcases history of Vallarta art scene

2 YEARS AGO
Museum showcases history of Vallarta art scene

Tucked away in Puerto Vallarta’s Colonia El Remance, nestled next to tourist favorite Zona Romantica, is ARTe Vallarta Museo, showcasing an art genre unique to the city: Arte Vallarta.

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North Banderas Beat - March 23, 2024

1 YEAR AGO
North Banderas Beat - March 23, 2024

Spring has a special vibe around Banderas Bay. This time of year, I live in denial, as others speak of the season ending, I dig in my heals, “NO”!

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North Banderas Beat - March 09, 2024

1 YEAR AGO
North Banderas Beat - March 09, 2024

Sometimes living in paradise feels like a fairytale and other times it feels like magic.

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La Manzanilla Memo - March 01, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
La Manzanilla Memo - March 01, 2020

Bocce Ball Tournament

A few weeks after hosting an elegant dinner dance in late January, the Bocce Ball Committee and aficionados of the sport donned shorts and t-shirts to face off in the 6th annual Bocce Ball Tournament on February 15.

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La Manzanilla Memo – February 15, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
La Manzanilla Memo – February 15, 2020

Otra Vez

Last November, a little thrift store named Otra Vez opened its doors to the residents of La Manzanilla and became an instant hit with both the Mexican and expat communities.   Operating solely with donations and dedicated volunteers, it is now in its second year with no signs of slowing d...

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Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - April 04, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - April 04, 2020

In the Bahia de Navidad everyone is doing their part to stay safe and help each other. As some businesses close down, others stay open to keep the community safe and supplied with basic essentials and information regarding Covid-19.

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Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - March 22, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - March 22, 2020

Four years ago, a small team of big-hearted Canadian and Americans decided they wanted to give something substantial back to the community.

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Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - March 27, 2021

4 YEARS AGO
Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - March 27, 2021

Officials in Jalisco and Puerto Vallarta, in the face of Covid-19, are hoping for a little-quieter-than-normal Semana Santa, but that doesn’t mean Tapatios will resist the lure of the beaches of the Bay of Banderas.

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Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - February 06, 2021

4 YEARS AGO
Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - February 06, 2021

Races

To celebrate the Día de Amor y Amistad (Valentine’s Day), two races, sponsored by the Municipal Sports Advisory Committee (Comude), will be held on Sunday, February 14 along two areas: the Malecon and the Rio Pitillal linear parkway.

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Mexican Lifestyles

Days of the Dead in Michoacán

4 YEARS AGO
Days of the Dead in Michoacán

Mexico’s Days of the Dead coincide with the Christian All Souls and All Saints Day, November 1 and November 2.

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When to tip – and not to tip

7 YEARS AGO
When to tip – and not to tip

Tipping is woven into the fabric of Mexico’s social culture, chiefly because of its informal, cash-driven economy.

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A tequila adventure in a different direction

3 YEARS AGO
A tequila adventure in a different direction

The Centro Educativo Jaltepec’s new tequila tour to benefit its students is far and away something beyond the typical tours to the agave regions.

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Senate beefs up laws on access to beaches

4 YEARS AGO

The Mexican Senate has approved reforms to the General Law of National Assets, increasing the fines for establishments or individuals that restrict access to Mexico’s beaches, to more than one million pesos.

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The capital offers excellent dining options for Easter

1 YEAR AGO
The capital offers excellent dining options for Easter

If you’re looking for a place to visit over Easter but don’t want to find yourself surrounded by loud, drunken hordes, skip the beach and consider Mexico City. The traffic will be less frenetic, the air cleaner, the museums and restaurants less crowded.

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A date with Belabot & Michibot

1 YEAR AGO
A date with Belabot & Michibot

In a naked move to capitalize on the current interest in AI, I decided to accept an invitation to eat at El Gato in Guadalajara, and to write about the experience.

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Weathering the calor: avoiding heat stress

6 YEARS AGO
Weathering the calor: avoiding heat stress

As Guadalajara and Jalisco enter into their warm season, typically between April and June of each year, residents and seasonal visitors should take precautions to avoid heat stress.   What’s more, the University of Guadalajara’s Institute of Astronomy and Meteorology reports that even...

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Winter warning: Catching a cold, getting the sniffles is all too easy here

6 YEARS AGO
Winter warning: Catching a cold,  getting the sniffles is all too easy here

Returning snowbirds should not be fooled by the warmer winter weather in this region. Big swings in temperature can play havoc with a person’s health and bring on cold symptoms in a flash.

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News

Governor set to nix SIAPA water utility hikes

18 HOURS AGO
Governor set to nix SIAPA water utility hikes

Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro announced today that he will not allow the “disproportionate” rate hikes approved by SIAPA, the Guadalajara metropolitan area’s water and sewage utility. The increases—ranging from 44 to over 200 percent—were scheduled to take effect in 2026...

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Jalisco governor aims to create 2,000 ‘safe spaces’ for women

18 HOURS AGO
Jalisco governor aims to create 2,000 ‘safe spaces’ for women

Following the recent high-profile femicide (see story on page 1), the Jalisco government is ramping up its Pulso de Vida initiative, which focuses on protecting women from violence and other dangerous situations.

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Double waterspouts oveer lake

18 HOURS AGO
Double waterspouts oveer lake

Two waterspouts were captured at the same time over Lake Chapala last weekend, an unusual natural event, according to weather experts.

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Unique prison-made dolls on sale at Legion Post 7 bazaar

19 HOURS AGO
Unique prison-made dolls on sale at Legion Post 7 bazaar

If you’re looking for unusual holiday gifts or a distinctive piece of home décor, don’t miss the Original Friends prison dolls at the Christmas in July Bazaar, happening Saturday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chapala’s American Legion Post 7.

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US tomato tariff a blow to Jalisco producers

6 DAYS AGO
US tomato tariff a blow to Jalisco producers

Jalisco tomato producers are reeling from the announcement that the United States is imposing a 17-percent tariff on most tomatoes imported from Mexico, effective immediately.

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‘Hang Up & Report’ campaign targets telephone extortion

14 DAYS AGO

The Jalisco Attorney General’s Office (Fiscalía Estatal or FE) has launched a new campaign to combat the growing crime of telephone extortion.

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US-Mexico airline partnership in jeopardy (and near miss)

18 HOURS AGO

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum responded to the recent U.S. restrictions on Mexican flights, imposed by the Trump administration, stating that there is no justification for the sanctions.

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Sheinbaum fires back at El Chapo’s son’s attorney

6 DAYS AGO
Sheinbaum fires back at El Chapo’s son’s attorney

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has vowed to file a defamation lawsuit against Jeffrey Lichtman, the attorney representing Ovidio Guzmán López, the son of imprisoned drug kingpin Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán.   Lichtman’s client pleaded guilty last w...

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Foreigners seen walking lioness in Vallarta may face legal scrutiny

14 DAYS AGO
Foreigners seen walking lioness in Vallarta may face legal scrutiny

A couple—apparently of foreign origin—was spotted walking a young lioness on a leash through a residential area near the Puerto Vallarta boardwalk. 

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Puerto Vallarta gets new Porter Airlines connections to Canada

18 DAYS AGO
Puerto Vallarta gets new Porter Airlines connections to Canada

Starting in November 2025, Porter Airlines will begin connecting Puerto Vallarta with Toronto, Ottawa and Hamilton, expanding the number of Canadian cities offering direct service to this popular Mexican resort to 17.

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Survey shows sharp rise in US expats considering citizenship renunciation

14 DAYS AGO

A growing number of U.S. expats are considering renouncing their citizenship due to mounting emotional, financial and political costs, according to the 2025 Expat Trends Survey. 

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Remittance tax deepens strain in Mexico-US relations

2 MONTHS AGO
Remittance tax deepens strain in Mexico-US relations

“Remittance” may not be in many people’s vocabularies, but lawmakers have been batting the word back and forth across the U.S.-Mexico border since the Trump administration proposed taxing at five percent money electronically sent by foreigners living in the United States to their h...

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UK’s Diagio expands in Jalisco

3 YEARS AGO
UK’s Diagio expands in Jalisco

UK spirits giant Diageo will invest $US500 million to expand its tequila production center located in the Jalisco municipality of Atotonilco El Alto and build one new distillery in La Barca, generating more than 1,000 direct jobs for Jalisco, company executives and Governor Enrique Alfaro announced ...

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The British Council marks a milestone

7 YEARS AGO

It’s been 75 years since the arrival in Mexico of the British Council, a quasi-autonomous non-governmental organization that promotes a wider knowledge of the United Kingdom and the English language, while encouraging cultural, scientific, technological and educational understanding and co-ope...

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Obituary: Jill Maureen Steimle

1 MONTHS AGO
Obituary: Jill Maureen Steimle

Jill Maureen Steimle 

Ajijic resident Jill Maureen Steimle passed away unexpectedly at her home on May 17.

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Obituaries - May 17, 2025

2 MONTHS AGO
Obituaries - May 17, 2025

Robert Lee Miller

Robert (Bob) Lee Miller passed away peacefully at his home in Ajijic on May 1, at the age of 96.

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Terence Crawford: Canelo’s biggest test yet?

6 DAYS AGO
Terence Crawford: Canelo’s biggest test yet?

The most anticipated boxing match of 2025, between Guadalajara superstar Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez and U.S. challenger Terence Crawford, now has a confirmed venue: Las Vegas, on Saturday, September 13.

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Astros de Jalisco clinch Cibacopa title in game seven

21 DAYS AGO
Astros de Jalisco clinch Cibacopa title in game seven

It went to Game 7, but the Astros de Jalisco crossed the finish line, winning their third Cibacopa (Pacific League) championship in four years on an emotion-packed evening Tuesday in Guadalajara.

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