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Welcome to Western Mexico News, by Vallarta Daily, your central hub for the latest Western Mexico news, breaking Western Mexico headlines, and up-to-the-minute Western Mexico politics updates. We cover Sinaloa, Nayarit, Jalisco, Michoacán, and Colima—from coastal resorts to inland capitals—ensuring you’re always in the loop on government decisions, economic trends, and cultural events that shape life along Mexico’s Pacific coast.

Guadalajara tourism growth
•February 12, 2026

Guadalajara turns 484 with 10 days of free culture

Guadalajara celebrates its 484th anniversary with 10 days of free concerts, exhibits and downtown activities from Feb. 12–21.
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Mayto Turtle Camp
•February 10, 2026

Mayto Turtle Camp hits record season for leatherback turtle nests

Mayto Turtle Camp has already protected seven leatherback nests—its highest total ever—marking a standout season on Jalisco’s coast.
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Nayarit sea lion with broken jaw headed for surgery
•February 10, 2026

Nayarit sea lion with broken jaw headed for surgery

The underweight sea lion rescued at Lo de Marcos will be moved to Guadalajara on for surgery on its fractured jaw.
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10 Abducted Vizsla Silver Workers Found Dead in Sinaloa
•February 9, 2026

10 Abducted Vizsla Silver Workers Found Dead in Sinaloa

Vizsla Silver confirmed all 10 employees abducted last month in Sinaloa are dead, sparking calls for stronger security across Mexico’s mining sector.
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CJNG-Backed Tequila Mayor’s Rise Exposes Cartel Influence
•February 6, 2026

CJNG-Backed Tequila Mayor’s Rise Exposes Cartel Influence

Tequila’s mayor’s arrest exposes CJNG’s covert role in his election campaign, from cartel funding to the kidnapping of rivals.
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Giant elephant seal draws crowds on Los Ayala beach
•January 28, 2026

Giant elephant seal in Nayarit draws crowds on Los Ayala beach

A huge elephant seal returned to Nayarit, hauling out at Los Ayala after a Sunday sighting in San Blas. Officials cordoned off the beach.
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NGOs Applaud Halt to Manzanillo Port Expansion Plan
•January 21, 2026

NGOs Applaud Halt to Manzanillo Port Expansion Plan

Semarnat halts Manzanillo port expansion, drawing praise from NGOs who urge permanent cancellation and stronger wetland protections.
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Arandas weekend guide for tequila, food and fair season
•January 15, 2026

Arandas weekend guide for tequila, food and fair season

Plan a short trip to Arandas, Jalisco for its January fair, agave-country flavors, and two spots that nail dinner and drinks.
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Delta 1 arrest
•December 19, 2025

Delta 1 arrest in Jalisco linked to kidnappings and labs

Authorities in Jalisco arrested Armando “N”, known as Delta 1, tied to kidnappings, extortion, and synthetic drug production.
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Escuinapa gun battle
•December 18, 2025

Escuinapa gun battle leaves 3 dead as highways burn

Escuinapa gun battle sparks arson blockades on the Mazatlán–Tepic corridor, leaving three dead as federal forces move in.
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guadalajara fountains
•December 11, 2025

Guadalajara’s emblematic fountains get 14 million peso glow

Guadalajara's emblematic fountains get a 14-million-peso overhaul, with structural repairs and RGB lighting to revive key public spaces.
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Jalisco searching mothers
•December 11, 2025

Jalisco searching mothers beaten and forced to flee

After demanding answers about her missing son, a Jalisco searching mother was beaten, threatened and forced to flee the state.
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