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Rep. Emilio Yulo III with the members of the Philippine Dental Association Negros Occidental chapter.*Teachers from the different towns in the 5th District of Negros Occidental are one step closer to regaining their smiles after members of the Philippine Dental Association Negros Occidental chapter took impressions for their dentures offered free through the “Project Smile: Ibalik ang Yuhom ni Titser” of the Rotary Club of Bacolod Central and Rep. Emilio Yulo III (Neg. Occ., 5th District).The teachers gathered at the 5th District Congressional Office in Isabela town Sunday for evaluation and assessment by the dentists, led by PDA-NOC president Dr. Analie Gonzaga, as an initial step of the program. Dr.Analie Gonzaga gets dental impressions of one of beneficiaries.*T...

The Carlos Hilado Memorial State University (CHMSU) launched the CHMSUyanihan Operasyon Kanlaon (OK) on Tuesday, Dec. 10, to aid communities affected by the recent Mt. Kanlaon eruption.In partnership with the Caritas Bacolod Social Action Foundation Inc. and Art Relief Mobile Kitchen (ARMK), CHMSUyanihan booths have been stationed in all four campuses of the university – Alijis, Binalbagan, Fortune Towne, and Talisay – to receive cash and in-kind donations from students, faculty members, staff, alumni, and stakeholders, a press release from the university said.The campaign is a collaboration between the Center for Internationalization and External Relations (CIER) and the Federation of CHMSU University Student Government.CIER Director Rhoderick Samonte said CHMSU has again mobi...

The Carlos Hilado Memorial State University again ranked  second among the top-performing schools in the Philippines during the November 2024 Civil Engineers Licensure Examination (CELE).CHMSU ranked second after garnering a passing rate of 91.38 percent with 53 of the 58 examinees from the university  successfully passing the exam, a press release from the university said.“We give them challenging problems to hone their critical and analytical thinking skills,” said Engr. Grace Gerona, dean of the  College of Engineering, on how CHMSU prepares students for the CELE.The national passing rate for CELE is 37.09 percentWhile CHMSu sees the second-place national ranking as a blessing, Engr. Gerona said this achievement comes with the challenge of keeping up the p...

About 130 senior high school students of Generoso Villanueva National High School in Bacolod City attended a new generations forum facilitated by the Rotary Club of Bacolod Central,  Granada Barangay Council  and San Miguel Brewery Friday, Dec. 6.Past District Governors Mate Espina and Dr. Jundad Legislador of the Rotary International District 3850 discussed gender, sexuality and HIV-AIDS topics to the students and faculty, led by principal Osward Acebedo, who expressed his gratitude saying that the topics are relevant and important to raise awareness among the youth.Barangay Captain Armando Vito, in his message, said health is a priority of his administration and forum like this will bolster his campaign to ensure a safe and healthy community. Granada wa...

Neil Trinidad - GCash Chief Marketing Officer, Barbie Dapul - General Manager of B2C, Victorias City Administrator Lindolf de Castro, Vice Mayor Abelardo Bantug III, and Jong Layug - General Manager of B2B (l-r), at the awarding rites.*Victorias City was recognized as the Best LGU in Digital Transformation in the entire country during the GCash Digital Excellence Awards 2024, at Conrad Manila, Pasay City, on Wednesday, December 4, Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez said on Thursday, Dec. 5. Victorias was recognized for its exceptional efforts in leveraging digitalization to promote progress, inclusivity, and transformative governance. By embracing cutting-edge technology, the city has demonstrated how digital solutions can foster meaningful change and drive community development,...

Magsaysay, one of the rural barangays in Cadiz City, has been named champion in child protection across Negros Occidental.Magsaysay emerged as the grand winner among 11 barangay finalists in the entire province that included those from Bago City, Don Salvador Benedicto, Hinobaan, Isabela, Kabankalan City, Silay City, San Carlos City, and Victorias City.Awarding will be held at the Social Hall of the provincial Capitol in Bacolod City on Wednesday, November 27.Magsaysay stood out in the tilt, led by the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office, for establishing a 24/7 child helpline, conducting educational campaigns on anti-bullying, child abuse prevention, and fostering partnerships with schools, a press release from Cadiz City said.Magsaysay Barangay Captain Heide ...

Victorias Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez receiving the  award from  U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson*Victorias City won  a prestigious Digital Democracy Champion Award given by the Makati Business Club (MBC) at the Digital Democracy Awards 2024 held at Hilton Manila Hotel in Pasay City on Friday, November 15.Victorias Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez received the  award from  U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson, MBC Chairman Edgar Chua, and DICT Undersecretary Jocelle Batapa-Sigue, in recognition of the city’s exemplary efforts in implementing innovative Digital Democracy initiatives that promote transparent governance and active citizen engagement.Victorias City was among 14 local government units (LGUs) nationwide recognized for adopting digital tools that enhance governance an...

Cadiz Mayor Salvador Escalante, left*Efficiency in governance led to Cadiz City government’s winning another Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) award this year.This is the second year Cadiz City has won the award, a press release from the city government said Sunday, Nov. 17.Cadiz Mayor Salvador Escalante Jr. said he makes sure that the way he runs the city government right now is not just about the conventional delivery of public services to the people."Rather, I always see to it that each of the services we deliver, or implement within the orb of social governance must have focus on efficiency," he said."Less inputs, greater outputs. That's our 'adopted lifestyle' now in the city government. We do adhere in using minimal inputs, but we get the maximum results," Esca...

The Rotary Club of Bacolod launched the Art CAMP (Community Activity Mentorship Program) at the Bacolod City Public Library, recently.It was launched with instructor and visual artist Sony Golez, a past president of the Association of Artists of Bacolod- Negros and founder of the Silay United Guild of Artists or SUGA.Now on its 2nd year, the Art Camp brings 35 young poor students from ages 6 to 9 for the art classes that will span twelve sessions every Saturday, a press release from RC Bacolod said.Artworks completed will be exhibited and proceeds will be given to the students from the underprivileged sector as educational assistance, it said.Also joining were the children of fellow Rotarians who wanted to unlock their talents and capabilities in expressing themselves throu...