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Sep192024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Victorias receives OBSAC award from Bangko Sentral

Vice Mayor Abelardo "JunB" Bantug III and Councilor Derek Palanca accept the OBSAC award on behalf of Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez.*Victorias City led by Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez received an award from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) as one of its outstanding local government partners during the 2024 Outstanding BSP Stakeholders Appreciation Ceremony (OBSAC) held at Citadines Hotel, Bacolod City, on Monday, September 16.Vice Mayor Abelardo "JunB" Bantug III, along with Councilor Derek Palanca, accepted the OBSAC award on behalf of Benitez, a press release from Victorias City said.The OBSAC, which began in 2004, serves as a platform for the BSP to honor outstanding partners who support the central bank's mandates of ensuring price stability, financial stability, and a sa...

Sep152024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bacolod gears up for excitingMassKara Festival in October

Lifestyle, Press Release

As the festival draws closer, Bacolod City is ramping up its preparations for a thrilling 45th Masskara Festival celebration.Bacolod Yuhum Foundation along with members of the Inter-agency Committee are determined to ensure that the celebration will be spectacular, more exciting, colorful, and vibrant, its press release said on Friday, Sept. 13.In meeting with members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod at the Seda Hotel on Friday they discussed key preparations for the highly anticipated event on October 11-27.This includes deployment of security personnel for public safety and security, food inspection, waste collection and traffic, the press release from Yuhum said.Councilor Jason Villarosa, Chairperson of the Committee on Tourism, expressed hisfull support for the Masskara Fe...

Sep152024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Javi leads inauguration of new solar water system

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Victorias City in Negros Occidental advances its eco-friendly initiatives with the inauguration of its new Solar Water System in Barangay XIV on Friday, September 13.The project, developed by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) through the Office of Third District Representative, now TESDA Director General Jose Francisco Benitez, and the 2023 General Appropriations Act, in partnership with the City of Victorias led by Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez, aims to provide the growing community with a clean, safe, and reliable water supply powered by renewable solar energy.As part of the city’s agenda for a sustainable future, the facility is designed to provide clean water for about 100 residents in the area, a press release from Victorias City said.Benitez, in his message...

Sep122024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

JCI Bacolod triumphs at 44th Area 4 conference

Press Release

JCI Bacolod made an outstanding mark at the 44th JCI Philippines - Visayas Area Conference in Tagbilaran, Bohol on Sept 6 to 8.The chapter sent 11 delegates, securing over 10 prestigious awards, further solidifying its leadership in the region, a press release from JCI said.Among the chapters in the Area 4 of the JCI Philippines, JCI Bacolod was hailed as the chapter with the most bids submitted, with an impressive total of 31 entries.This exceptional achievement led them to secure 7 Quadro Awards, 3 Bana-ag Awards, and 9 nominations for Top 5 Bids, the press release said.The chapter also earned the titles of “Top 2” in the Top 20 Local Organizations in the Visayas and Chapter with the Most Bids Submitted.Rica Joyce Orense was named the Most Outstanding Regional Skills ...

Sep12024 by Robert HarlandNo Comments

Marapara Rotary donates STEM Books

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Dr. Malo-oy (left) hands over the 700 STEM books*Improving Filipino students’ performance in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is a high priority for the Department of Education.In recent years the Philippines has struggled to make the grade in STEM education as compared to other countries.Under the leadership of past president Dr. Eric Malo-oy, the Rotary Club of Bacolod-Marapara has been donating books as part of the club's plans to increase student interest in STEM programs.In collaboration with the Technological University of the Philippines Visayas (TUPV), the club recently donated some 700 STEM books to students and teachers at the Eva J Montilla Farm School, in the municipality of Cauayan.“In order to prepare for jobs, students need to be ab...

Aug302024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bad connection? You may justneed to reset your modem

Press Release

Resetting your modem can be a simple yet effective way to solve many common internet issues. Whether you’re experiencing slow speeds, or intermittent connections, or your WiFi just isn’t working as it should, a quick reset can often do the trick.To see if your modem needs a reset, check its lights. If the LOS or third light from the left is red, that means there’s no connection. If the PON or second light from the left is not on or is blinking, you may have connection issues. In both cases, a reset may do the trick to bring your modem back to life, a Globe press release said.Globe At Home shows you five easy steps to get your modem back in action:Step 1: Turn off and unplug your modemStart by turning off your modem. Most modems have a power button located on the back or side of...

Aug262024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

McDonald’s releases new glass collection

Press Release

As music, art, and fashion from the ‘90s and 2000s have made a comeback and are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, McDonald’s Philippines releases new collectible glasses that are a timely tribute to these exciting and unforgettable decades.More than collector’s items, these glasses unlock some of our fans’ favorite McDonald’s memories, a press release from the firm said. .The glasses feature toy designs from its most iconic collaborations with Coca-Cola, Mattel, and Universal and its very own releases from years past. They include Shrek/Minions, Barbie/Hot Wheels, McDonald’s/Nanoblock, and McDonald’s/Coca-Cola.This unique collection is not just owning a piece of the past, but celebrating decades of McDonald’s history, with each glass capturing the essence of the earlier ...

Aug222024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

CHMSU celebrates 57th ASEAN Day

Press Release

As part of its commitment to internationalization, Carlos Hilado Memorial State University (CHMSU) celebrated the 57th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Day through a flag raising ceremony and fellowship night, on August 8.“This ASEAN Day is reminder of our shared history as Southeast Asian people,” CHMSU Vice President for Research and Extension Andrew Eusebio Tan said.The ASEAN Day celebration and festivities at CHMSU is an opportunity for students to learn more about our neighbors as well as appreciate their culture, customs, and traditions, Tan sai in a press release.The student leaders participating in the 6th RIPPLES Training Camp, DSWD Cash-for-Work Program workers, faculty, and staff showcased the traditional clothing of the ASEAN member-states.The fest...

Aug162024 by Mark L. GarciaNo Comments

Photography workshop held

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Over 40 Himamaylanons joined the first MRT Photography and Videography Workshops at the Himaya Hall of the Himamaylan City Hall, recently.The city government organized the event to hone the skills, discover talents, and reinforce the interest of locals to both art forms, a press release from the city said.“Himamaylan has a wealth of talent and interest to capturing important moments and creating visual inspiration. Through these workshops, we hope for them to be inspired to further hone their skills,” Mayor Raymund Tongson said.The two-day workshops invited award-winning Director Julius Dela Peña, celebrated photographers and image artist Aeson Baldevia, and development communications expert Keith Brandon Cari-an.“We hope our participants become our close partners in tellin...

Aug152024 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Teperformance Philippines contributes 1,500 Hours to Brigada Eskwela

Press Release

Teleperformance through its corporate social responsibility arm, Citizen of the World (COTW), has contributed 1,500 volunteer hours during the Brigada Eskwela organized by the Department of Education that mobilizes various sectors of society to help with and volunteer for the preparation of public school facilities for the new school year.Dubbed "TP Dream Builder," the initiative drew 242 TP volunteers who have shown remarkable dedication by rolling up their sleeves to volunteer and refurbish school facilities nationwide. These efforts included cleaning up school grounds, re-painting classroom walls, and repairing classroom furniture.In Bacolod City, Teleperformance adopted Sum-ag Elementary School.“We are proud to see a continued increase in volunteer hours for this year’s Bri...