Coatepec launches the Coffee Half Marathon as a prelude to the National Fair

The Municipal Government of Coatepec officially presented the Coffee Half Marathon, an unprecedented sporting event that was integrated into the agenda of activities prior to the National Coffee Fair, with the objective of…

The Municipal Government of Coatepec officially presented the Coffee Half Marathon, an unprecedented sporting event that was integrated into the agenda of activities prior to the National Coffee Fair, with the aim of positioning the municipality as a benchmark for sport, tradition and social coexistence.

The presentation was led by Mayor Jorge Ignacio Luna Hernández, accompanied by the head of the Coatepecano Sports Institute, Juan Ignacio Contreras Sánchez, and the organizer of the event, Héctor Peredo, who announced the details of the competition, as well as the official t-shirt and medal of this first edition.

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During his message, the municipal president highlighted that the Coffee Half Marathon goes beyond an athletic competition, consolidating itself as a platform to strengthen the coffee identity of Coatepec, promote health, encourage family coexistence and contribute to the reconstruction of the social fabric.

He noted that this race is part of a comprehensive strategy to promote sports, with an open-door policy to collaborate with organizers of sports activities of various disciplines and distances, from recreational events to high-performance competitions.

Likewise, he stressed that the half marathon will project Coatepec at the state and national level, by contemplating the participation of local, regional runners and other entities in the country, which will generate a positive impact on tourism, the local economy and associated services.

For his part, the organizer Héctor Peredo recognized the City Council’s willingness to work in a coordinated manner with the private initiative, which made it possible to carry out a project focused on recovering and strengthening the municipality’s coffee-growing identity through sports.

He reported that the race will take place on March 29, with distances of 5 and 21 kilometers, and that at the time of the announcement, registered athletes from six states of the Republic and more than 20 municipalities of Veracruz were already registered. He added that the route was designed to harmonize the sporting activity with the daily life of the municipality, starting early to minimize road impacts and guarantee the safety of participants and citizens.

The event includes an attractive prize pool, as well as special recognition for runners from Coatepec, with the purpose of promoting local talent. A high-level commemorative kit and comprehensive logistics were also announced that will include hydration, medical services, free photographic coverage and a scenic route that will highlight the natural, urban and architectural wealth of the Magic Town.

The Municipal Government reiterated its support for this and future sporting events, considering that sport is a key tool for social well-being, community integration and the positive projection of Coatepec.

With the presentation of the Coffee Half Marathon, the City Council reaffirmed its commitment to promoting activities that strengthen identity, boost the economy and consolidate Coatepec as a destination that combines tradition, nature and active life.

Balance of Results: Nacho Luna’s First 100 Days in Coatepec

Upon completing the first *100 days of Nacho Luna's administration, the municipality of Coatepec shows a work dynamic focused on proximity...

As the first *100 days of Nacho Luna‘s administration have passed, the municipality of Coatepec shows a work dynamic focused on social closeness, sustainability and administrative efficiency.

This period has been characterized by a transition towards public policies that seek to rescue the social fabric and address historical lags in infrastructure and services.

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Governance and Political Stability

From the Secretary of the City Council, Óscar Guiot has been the key player in maintaining governance and institutional order. His management has focused on mediation and ensuring that Council agreements are translated into immediate legal and operational actions, allowing the municipal machinery to function without bureaucratic setbacks.

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The dynamism of these first months is explained, to a large extent, by the performance of strategic areas that have delivered tangible results:

 

Gender Perspective:

Abril Díaz, at the head of the Municipal Institute of Coatepecana Women, has promoted a significant transformation by reactivating the support network for Coatepecana women.

His leadership has made it possible to make the Institute visible and strengthen it, turning it into a close, active and reliable space.

Their training programs for self-employment, comprehensive psychological care and the creation of safe spaces stand out, actions that have positioned the Institute as a true reference for support, providing real and timely support to each woman in their process.

 

Water Management:

Under the direction of RigoMora, CMAS Coatepec has prioritized preventive maintenance of the hydraulic network and optimization of supply. His management has managed to stabilize critical areas, improving the response to citizen reports and modernizing collection processes.

The Priority is to provide results with responsibility and commitment to serve the Coatepecans and provide comprehensive solutions to each citizen

 

 

Environmental Sustainability:

Ariez Guiot, Director of Environment, has promoted a green agenda focused on reforestation and responsible waste management.

Their work has been fundamental to align urban growth with the protection of the natural environment, characteristic of our Magical Town.

 

Impulse to the Field:

In a municipality with deep coffee and agricultural roots, Israel Martínez, Director of Agricultural Development, has stood out for the management of direct support to producers and the implementation of technical workshops, seeking to strengthen the local economy from its productive base.

“These first 100 days are the foundation of a transformation that Coatepec was crying out for.

“It’s not just about numbers, but about faces and solutions that are already felt in the neighborhoods and communities.”

 

Nac.ho Luna, Mayor.

What’s coming, After overcoming the initial curve, Nacho Luna’s administration is preparing to consolidate larger-scale infrastructure projects and strengthen tourism, maintaining the pace of work demonstrated by this compact team that has been able to deliver results in record time

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Government of Veracruz aligns policies for sustainable livestock development

Xalapa, Veracruz.– With the objective of strengthening the livestock sector under a vision of responsible and sustainable development, the Government of Veracruz initiated an inter-institutional coordination strategy by instruction of Governor Rocío Nahle…

Xalapa, Veracruz.– With the objective of strengthening the livestock sector under a vision of responsible and sustainable development, the Government of Veracruz initiated an inter-institutional coordination strategy at the instruction of Governor Rocío Nahle García.

In this framework, the heads of the Secretariat of Economic and Port Development (Sedecop), Ernesto Pérez Astorga; from the Secretariat of Agricultural, Rural and Fisheries Development (Sedarpa), Rodrigo Calderón Salas; and from the Ministry of the Environment (Sedema), Luz Mariela Zaleta Mendoza, held a working meeting to address the main needs of the sector and define joint lines of action.

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The state administration seeks to promote the growth of livestock production with sustainability criteria, in order to guarantee its competitiveness in both the national and international markets. This first meeting marks the beginning of a collaboration agenda aimed at consolidating a direct relationship with Veracruz producers, through the articulation of economic, agricultural and environmental policies.

According to the authorities, coordination will allow strengthening productive development programs, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting responsible practices that favor the balance between economic development and environmental protection.

To follow up on the agreements reached and learn about the current programs, producers can consult the official channels of Sedarpa, Sedema and Sedecop. Each agency will offer specific information on technical support, environmental guidelines, promotion of the internal market, competitiveness, foreign trade, quality certification and attraction of investments for the livestock sector.

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International Orchid Festival promotes Coatepec as a tourist and cultural reference

With the holding of the 17th edition of the International Orchid Festival, the Coatepec City Council seeks to strengthen the tourist projection of the municipality and consolidate it as the best Magical Town of Veracruz, reported the…

With the holding of the 17th edition of the International Orchid Festival, the Coatepec City Council seeks to strengthen the tourist projection of the municipality and consolidate it as the best Magic Town in Veracruz, reported the municipal president, Jorge Ignacio Luna Hernández.

In a press conference, the mayor highlighted that this meeting, considered the most important orchid festival in Mexico, is once again directly assumed by the municipal government, after 16 years of not being part of the institutional agenda. With this new stage, around 30 thousand visitors are expected to attend.

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Luna Hernández stressed that Coatepec has established itself as the capital of orchids, recalling that Orchid Day was recently established in Mexico and that this festival is the most relevant in the country within its category.

He explained that his administration has defined this and other meetings as anchor events, with the purpose of detonating the tourist, economic and cultural development of the municipality. In this sense, he pointed out that the City Council will assume key tasks such as the organization, logistics and dissemination of the festival, both locally and in other states and cities in the country.

The International Orchid Festival will take place from March 27 to April 5 at the Texín event hall, the traditional venue of the event. The mayor trusted that this edition will be one of the best in the history of the festival, as it coincides with the Easter holiday period, which will favor a greater tourist influx.

Likewise, he indicated that they are working on a strategy to encourage visitors to stay longer in Coatepec, which is why the City Council maintains dialogue with the hotel sector to offer affordable rates and various lodging options.

“We are going to promote all the attractions that Coatepec offers: its gastronomy, its architecture, its natural and cultural spaces,” said the mayor, pointing out that the Tourism Directorate is already implementing promotional actions.

Finally, he reported that in this 17th edition there will be the participation of international specialists from Guatemala, Puerto Rico, Colombia, the United States, Brazil and Peru, which reinforces the international nature of the festival and positions Coatepec as a national and international reference in the cultivation and exhibition of orchids.

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