In Punta Gorda, the Warasa Garifuna drum school, founded by Ronald Raymond McDonald. A former performer with the Belize National Dace company is preserving Garifuna culture through music. McDonald, a passionate musician and educator, teaches drumming, dancing, and drum-making, emphasizing that drumming is a form of storytelling, history, and identity. the school offers interactive lessons...
On May 24, 2025, the Big Falls Eco Warriors took part in a water quality training led by Ya’axche, collecting microbe samples and measuring depth, width, pH, and salinity of the Rio Grande River. Eleven youths ages 12 to 20 participants, working in groups to create presentations on improving the local watershed.
ITVET Toledo, a respected vocational institution based in Crique Jute Village, is well known for its excellence in various trades — particularly in welding. The school traveled to Fabrigas Belize to participate in a national welding competition sponsored by the company, aimed at showcasing the talents of young welders from across the country. Competing against...
The Belize Fisheries Department has officially announced the closure of the Queen Conch fishery as of May 25, 2025. The department reminds all fishers and the public that during this closed season, possession of conch meat is strictly prohibited and will be considered illegal. Authorities warn that anyone found in possession of conch meat during...
TIDE, the Vector Control Unit of the Toledo Community Hospital, and other local organizations came together for a major cleanup initiative in Indianville. The goal: to remove water-holding trash and debris that could become mosquito breeding grounds with the onset of the rainy season. Armed with gloves, bags, a truck, and a trailer, the dedicated...
Jeremy Enriquez, Chairman of the Board at TIDE, and Executive Director Leonardo Chavarria recently attended PACT’s Award Ceremony celebrating its Conservation Investment Strategy 2.0. Through this initiative, PACT will provide $350,000 each over three years to support three of TIDE’s key protected areas: Paynes Creek National Park, Port Honduras Marine Reserve, and the Sapodilla Cayes...
Saturday May 16th and 17th, Feet U Wear made a strong impression as they showcased their products on the second floor of the Seafront Inn in Punta Gorda, Belize. Although not officially part of the Chocolate Festival, the event highlighted the entrepreneurial spirit of the town. Visitors had the chance to browse through a variety...
We recently shared that the Methodist Church in Belize is celebrating 200 years of ministry. On Sunday, May 18th, Methodists from all over the country gathered in Belmopan for a special service, followed by a joyful march through the streets in celebration.
The Chocolate Festival of Belize kicked off with great excitement—and quickly turned even more intense when a scheduling clash arose with the Punta Gorda Town Council (PGTC), which had planned a concert for the same weekend. Despite the initial tensions, both sides came together, resolved their differences, and moved forward with their respective events. In...
In less than 24 hours, all roads will lead to the highly anticipated International Wine and Chocolate Night at the Copal Tree Rum Pavilion. This beloved event has grown into one of the biggest festivals in Belize, drawing crowds from across the country to Punta Gorda.
Child Stimulation Month officially kicked off with an opening ceremony held at the Punta Gorda Central Park. One of the main focus of this month is to highlight the importance of early childhood development.
Naledo was recently at the Nigerian Consulate in London where the team participated in a series of meetings with wholesalers and distributors aimed at expanding market opportunities. Joining Naledo on this trip were several small businesses from Punta Gorda showcasing products from southern Belize on an international stage.
The Rotary Club was very active this week in Punta Gorda, partnering with visiting Rotary members from Racine Wisconsin to carry out several community initiatives across the town. From hands-on service projects to community support efforts, the collaboration was in full swing. Together, we worked side by side to strengthen our town and demonstrate the...
After nearly a year of speculation, what many thought was just talk has now become a visible reality. Over the weekend, the well-branded and historic James Bus Line underwent a noticeable transformation. Stickers were placed over the company’s familiar logo, replacing it with one that reads National Bus Company. The sudden change has left many...
The Rotary Club of Punta Gorda is giving local sports spaces a fresh new look, as part of its annual Rotary Paints project. This year’s initiative focused on repainting two basketball courts in Punta Gorda, the University of Belize Toledo Campus basketball court and the St. Peter Cleaver R.C. School basketball court.
