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Jun32026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Senate back to work for the Filipino people- The new senate majority

We express our deep appreciation and commend the courageous decision of Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero to take the floor today and confront the issues facing the institution. His action sent a clear message: that his commitment to the country, to the Senate, and to the Constitution would prevail above all else.His presence enabled the Senate to proceed with the discussion of matters that are too important to be left unresolved and too consequential to be set aside.On the issue of quorum, this is not an uncharted matter. The Supreme Court, in Avelino v. Cuenco, recognized the principle that a quorum of 12 is determined based on the number of members who are legally able to discharge the functions of the Senate.There is likewise an institutional precedent. In 2015, the Senat...

May312026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Lions International District 301-B1 elects new leaders

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District Governor Elect Domingo B. Oso Jr. is flanked by 2nd Vice District Governor Elect Anna Rowena Yap Jiz and 1st Vice District Governor Elect Louis John Jon Ng*The 77th Multiple District 301 State Convention of Lions International marked a significant milestone for District 301-B1, as new district leaders were officially elected and proclaimed during the sub-district election held at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center in Olongapo, Zambales, recenly.Represented by 129 voting delegates from the different Lions Clubs under District 301-B1, the election demonstrated the unity, commitment and democratic spirit of Lion leaders and members across the district, a press release from the club on Sunday, May 31, said..Lions Clubs International District 301-B...

May292026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Project Tikang, DOST push science-based development for Himamaylan IP community

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Seeking to bridge gaps in access to essential government services, a group has proposed a science and technology-driven development program for a Bukidnon-Magahat Indigenous Peoples (IP) community through the Department of Science and Technology's (DOST) Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) program.The initiative is part of Hope Builders Organization Negros Island Inc.’s (HBONI) Project Tikang (Step) in Sitio Madaja, Barangay Buenavista, Himamaylan City, which aims to bring government services and development opportunities closer to isolated and underserved communities.Project Tikang Lead and journalist Reymund Titong said the effort was born out of the widening gap in access to services between urban centers and hinterland communities, and that CEST comp...

May282026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Nicole Abby Arnaiz named Muse of the Media during Lin-ay sang Silay 2026 press presentation

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Nicole Abby Arnaiz of Barangay Rizal was named Muse of the Media during the official media presentation of the 16 candidates for Lin-ay sang Silay 2026 at Balbinita Hall in Silay City, Thursday morning, May 28. Silay City Mayor Joedith Gallego said the annual beauty pageant is one of the centerpiece highlights of the city’s upcoming 69th Charter Anniversary celebration.This year's anniversary festivities center around the theme, "One Silay: Empowered Legacy, Resilient Community."The Lin-ay sang Silay pageant night is scheduled to take place at the Silay Gym on June 10.Mayor Joedith Gallego with the Lin-ay sang Silay contestants.*Ronnie Baldonado photoThe 15 other contenders include Ashly Nicole Sabute, Daphne An Hinolan, Hyacinth Britanico, Annjanet Mal...

May272026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Kinaadman marks 10th year with expanded community workshops, grand showcase

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More than 700 young Sagaynons recently showcased their talents and creativity during the Grand Pasundayag of the Kinaadman Workshops held at the Tali-ambong Activity Center on, marking the program’s 10th year of nurturing youth development through arts, culture, and skills training.A total of 784 participants completed the three-week workshop program, which offered more than 12 classes ranging from performing arts to emerging media and technology-related fields, a press release from Sagay City said Wednesday, May 27.Among the workshop offerings were painting, public speaking, journalism, robotics for beginners and advanced learners, latin american dance sports, pop dance, ballet and contemporary dance, voice kids, voice teens, film, hawaiian dance, and the newly introduced 3...

May272026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

49 Sipalaynon youth join leadership summit

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Forty-nine young Sipalaynons from seven barangays gathered for the three-day Sipalay Youth Leadership Summit (YLS) 2026 held from May 20 to 22 at Driftwood Village in Brgy. Nauhang, carrying this year’s theme, “Building Peaceful Communities Through Youth Leadership.”Organized by the Philippine Army’s 15th Infantry (Molave Warrior) Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division, Philippine Army, in partnership with the City Government of Sipalay through the Executive Programs Action Unit and the Local Youth Development Office, the summit served as a platform to cultivate leadership, civic responsibility, and peace-building among Sipalay’s youth.Participants came from the barangays of Cabadiangan, Camindangan, Nabulao, Manlucahon,Mambaroto, San Jose, and Nauhang, representing diverse communiti...

May132026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bacolod extends over P1.4M aid to 358 AICS beneficiaries

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The Bacolod City government distributed more than P1.4 million in financial assistance to 358 beneficiaries during the Department of Social Services and Development – Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (DSSD-AICS) payout held on Tuesday, May 12.The assistance provided much-needed relief to residents facing medical concerns, burial expenses, and fire-related losses, a press release from the Bacolod City Communications Office (BCCO) said.A total of P1,435,500 was released during the payout.Of the amount, 313 beneficiaries received medical assistance totaling P1,217,500. Burial assistance amounting to P193,000 was granted to 43 beneficiaries, while two fire victims received a total of P25,000 in aid.*

May92026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

CHMSU celebrating 4th University Foundation Week

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Carlos Hilado Memorial State University (CHMSU) will celebrate its 4th University Foundation Week starting Sunday, May 10, to May 16 across all four campuses.Held under the theme “Honoring Our Past, Future-Proofing Our Journey to GREATness,” the week-long event reflects the institution’s deep roots and its forward-looking commitment to excellence, a press release from the university said Friday, May 8.The celebration opens on Sunday with the All Roads Lead to CHMSU Fun Run at 4:30 a.m. at the Talisay Campus. The fun run at the Binalbagan Campus will begin at the Binalbagan Municipal Plaza, 5 a.m.From May 11 to 15, the university will host a rich roster of activities, including the CHMSU PRIME Fiesta, the SDG Village Expo, Uni-Tindahan, and Daily Open Mic Sessions ac...

May72026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bago LGU, Philippine Red Cross ink deal for Blood Samaritan Fund

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In a bid to ensure that no patient in the community is denied of life-saving blood due to lack of access and financial constraints, the City Government of Bago, through its Primary Care Facility, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Philippine Red Cross for the implementation of the Blood Samaritan Fund program in the city.Mayor Mayette Javellana signed the agreement with Philippine Red Cross Negros Occidental – Bacolod City Chapter Chairman Carlos Ganihong and Chapter Administrator Rita Benita Mirasol at the Community Center in Bago City on Wednesday, May 6.They were joined by Councilor Robert Javellana, who is also a director of the Philippine Red Cross – Negros Occidental, and City Health Officer Dr. Ferdinand Ramon Mayoga.The mayor, in her message, said the a...

May42026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Circulo de Bacolod to host Santa Cruz de Mayo 2026

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Rudy Reveche, Blythe Balbin, Ann Gatmaytan, Sandra Sycip and Ili Marie Siason-Arnaiz (l-r) at a press conference to announce the holding of the Grand Santacruzan in Bacolod City,* Ronnie Baldonado photoCirculo de Bacolod Foundation Inc. is holding the Santa Cruz de Mayo 2026, a Marian devotional and cultural celebration that unites faith, heritage, artistry, and community participation in Bacolod City, its president, Sandra Ruth F. Sycip, said Monday, May 4.The celebration will be held on May 16, beginning with a Holy Mass at the San Sebastian Cathedral.This will be followed by a solemn procession passing through Lacson Street and South Capitol Road, culminating at Ayala Malls Capitol Central, where the crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Fatima, will take place....