Tourism & Culture: Jamaica’s Tourism Enhancement Fund is pushing “Christmas in July” as a Local First marketplace for Tourism 3.0, with Minister Edmund Bartlett saying the trade show has generated over J$1 billion for local suppliers over the past decade and this year drew 355 applications and 180 exhibitors. Local Development: St James Municipal Corporation is considering special rates and incentives for eco-friendly projects as Montego Bay’s tourism and residential growth accelerates. Arts & Heritage: The NDTC’s Season of Dance is set for a Montego Bay “homecoming” debut at the Iberostar Rose Hall Theatre, bringing Rex Nettleford works to the west for the first time in 64 years. Visitor Experience: A Montego Bay sports complex rebuild is aiming to be a daily wellness hub (“The Hive”) with football and racquet sports, plus pickleball and futsal courts planned for late 2026. Family & Accessibility: A special education diagnostic centre in Portland is expected to open in September, reducing the need for families to travel to Kingston for assessments. Safety & Travel Tips: July UV Safety Month spotlights sun protection habits for beachgoers. Business & Tourism Jobs: “Local First” also targets more Jamaican contracts and value-added processing tied to tourism demand.