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Jocotepec hospital noted for outstanding service

During its first 12 months in operation, the Hospital Comunitario Jocotepec has racked up an impressive service record, with 19,500 patients coming through its doors, and many qualifying for free attention as affiliates of the Seguro Popular health insurance program.


Gourmet festival marred by mishaps

Mexican food guru Maru Toledo and the Mujeres del Máiz became the saving grace on opening day of last weekend’s Festival Gourmet Panorama that was plagued by mishaps, including a coincidental four vehicle pile-up just inside the gateway to Chapinaya venue.

Referendum on town delegates still on hold

At the urging of citizens backed by members of the Chapala City Council, Mayor Javier Degollado has repeatedly pledged to hold public referendums to name permanent delegados (town administrators) for Ajijic, Atotonilquillo, San Antonio Tlayacapan, San Nicolas de Ibarra and Santa Cruz de la Soledad. 

Chinese outfit proposes Chapala choo-choo

Chapala Mayor Javier Degollado recently welcomed a group of businessmen representing the China Railway Construction Company who are keen on investing in a multi-million dollar magnetic commuter train line linking Chapala and Tonala.