by José Luis Mendoza

Friends and neighbors of San Miguel, the news of the closure of our beloved newspaper, Atención has left a void in our hearts. Since 1976, this newspaper has been our cultural beacon, our meeting point, and the soul of our community. But let's not lose hope, because in these digital times, a new ray of hope has emerged. Allow me to tell you why I believe it is perfect for Lokkal to take the baton and fill this void.

Atención has always been our cultural lighthouse, the source of information that has kept us connected with life in our city. Through its pages, we have discovered cultural events, community activities, and the stories that bring our community to life. It is sad to bid farewell to this newspaper that we have cherished so much, but it is also important to recognize that we are in a digital era that offers us new opportunities.

In this context, Lokkal becomes a wonderful option to fill the void left by the closure of Atención. This online platform not only provides advertising for the commercial sector but has also become a vital forum for cultural information and a reflection of our everyday life. In Lokkal, we find the voice of our community, the promotion of events, the dissemination of culture, and a space to share our stories and experiences.

Lokkal has successfully adapted to the modern times, offering us a digital platform that allows us to access information from anywhere and at any time. It is a magazine that keeps us updated on the latest news, the most exciting events, and the activities that enrich our lives in San Miguel.

Friends, bidding farewell to Atención leaves us with mixed feelings, but it also gives us the opportunity to open our minds and hearts to new possibilities. Lokkal presents itself as the perfect successor to fill this void, becoming the new digital heart of San Miguel. It provides us with the opportunity to stay connected, informed, and to celebrate our culture in a fresh and exciting way.

Let's make Lokkal our new meeting point, our space to share our stories, passions, and experiences. Let's support this online platform that has stepped up at the right moment and that, with the support of our community, can become the cultural reference and the bond we so desperately need.

In times of change, it is important to remember that there will always be new paths to explore, new ways to stay connected, and new opportunities to grow as a community. Let's move forward with Lokkal, the digital heartbeat that will keep the spirit of San Miguel alive!

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José Luis Mendoza Aubert: actor, director and theater technician; teacher and writer of Theater and Plastic Arts; founder and director of the Comedia del Universo theater company and school, operating in San Miguel for the last 20 years; musicologist and cinephile, judge of the En Corto Film Festival now GIFF for 8 years; Director of Art and Culture of the Public Library for 15 years; member of the board of directors of El Sindicato Centro Cultural Comunitario.

José Luis gives talks and workshops on environmental awareness in schools and communities. He is a founding member of the Allende la Cultura Collective. He plays Veracruz music and writes poetry and is a founding member of the music group Jarocha "Soledad".

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