Girls pawn their house to pay for mother’s funeral
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Girls pawn their house to pay for mother’s funeral

After losing their mother, two young girls in Tizimín pawned their house to send her off with a proper funeral. Soon after, a community effort got them their home back. Valeria and Lizbeth CM sold off the title of their home in a drastic move to bury their mother with dignity. The story echoed on…

A Christmas miracle in March: Montreal Santa arrives in Tizimín

A Christmas miracle in March: Montreal Santa arrives in Tizimín

It’s a little late, but Santa Claus said he is needed now as he headed to Tizimín with gifts. Children in the community flocked around the bearded man as he handed out presents. The springtime Santa turned out to be a 78-year-old Montreal native, William Jioi, who is “on a mission to bring smiles to…

New coronavirus patients bring Yucatan’s count to 117

New coronavirus patients bring Yucatan’s count to 117

Merida, Yucatan — A four-day string of fatalities was broken today when Yucatan’s health authorities announced no new coronavirus-related deaths. But nine new COVID-19 patients were announced, bringing the total to 117 since the crisis began. One patient is the first to have come from Tizimín, the mayor of that city announced, indicating the spread of…

Get a double-scoop of cochinita ice cream in Tizimin
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Get a double-scoop of cochinita ice cream in Tizimin

Tizimin’s first-ever ice cream fair won’t be a plain-vanilla festival. The Feria Gastronómica del Helado will feature Yucatan’s twist on frozen treats: relleno negro, cochinita, jícama and chiltomatec con longaniza (pork and beans) flavors will be served, in addition to the traditional chocolate, vanilla and strawberry. For cups of ice cream, in addition to cones…

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