In 2025, the Yucatán government will not provide bipartite investment for public and social works, a move that will significantly impact the municipal economy and infrastructure. Governor Joaquín “Huacho” Diaz Mena has decided against investing in municipalities, further straining their financial resources. Mayors from various municipalities confirmed to Sol Yucatán that the state government has […]

The Mérida City Council is offering significant discounts on property tax payments for 2025. Here are the details on how to take advantage of these discounts and where to pay without waiting in line. Discounts for Early Payment: – 30% discount in January – 15% discount in February – 8% discount in March Additional Incentive […]

On Wednesday, January 1, a group of activists gathered in front of the Mérida Bullring to protest against the traditional bullfight on horseback. The protest took place in the García Ginerés neighborhood, where the bullring is located. The demonstration began around 3:00 p.m., with protesters positioning themselves at the corner of 33B and 72 streets. […]

As the new year begins, residents of Mérida are reminded of the upcoming property tax payments. The City Council of Mérida has announced discounts of up to 30% for prompt payment, similar to previous years. The discounts for the fiscal year 2025 are as follows: – 30% for payments made in January. – 15% for […]

Mérida is set to celebrate its 483rd anniversary with the vibrant and diverse “Mérida Fest,” announced municipal president Cecilia Patrón. The festival, running from January 5 to 26, promises a rich program of 199 events across the city, including the Caucel and Cholul police stations. “We present these three magical weeks that will have 199 […]

Four young men were arrested by the Municipal Police for shooting firearms in the Colonia Militar area of Yucatan. The incident occurred near 20th Street by 39th and 37th, causing a significant police response. Neighbors reported that the four young men arrived at a barbershop and began firing shots. Witnesses also mentioned that the detainees […]

The City Council of Mérida, led by Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada, projected a total revenue of $6,188,821,981 for 2025. However, this target will be difficult to achieve following the State Congress’s rejection of the Treasury Law. Financial Impact Marisol Cen Caamal, Director of Municipal Finance and Treasury, explained that the rejection of the Treasury Law […]

For several days now, the 921,771 inhabitants of Mérida have been experiencing cool December mornings and nights. However, 2024 is far from being one of the coldest Christmases in Yucatán and Mérida. 2024 Weather Forecast According to the 96-Hour Extended Forecast by the National Meteorological Service (SMN) of the National Water Commission (Conagua), Yucatán will […]

A shortage of sandwichón bread has been reported in Mérida just days before Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, causing concern among Yucatecan families who traditionally serve this dish during the holidays. The increased demand for sandwichón bread has made it difficult to find, with bakeries seeing their shelves empty as long lines of people arrive […]