TABLE OF CONTENTS

Alyssa Valdez Youth Training Camp

Star volleyball player Alyssa Valdez launches a training camp to inspire young SPIKERS.

BARANGAY ALIJIS INITIATES BASURA PALIT BIGAS PROGRAM

Barangay Alijis in Bacolod City encourages its residents to properly dispose of their solid waste through its Clean It To Win It (CITWIT) program, in partnership with a private garbage contractor.

CONGRESSWOMAN ANIELA BIANCA TOLENTINO

Tolentino had to establish her own identity far away before returning to be the empowered leader her hometown needs.

COUNCILOR JOHN VINCENT “JV” VITUG III

Swimming has been Vitug’s entire life, but now he has his eyes on another kind of prize—a better life for his fellow Bulaceños.

COUNCILOR ROBERTO “BOBBY” ESPIRITU II

MORE THAN TWO DECADES SINCE A MEMBER OF THEIR FAMILY WAS LAST IN PUBLIC OFFICE, MANILA’S 5TH DISTRICT WELCOMES ANOTHER ESPIRITU.

FESTIVAL OF LUV

Epic Philippines join forces With DOH to make the country HIV-free by 2030.

ISRAEL’S 75TH INDEPENDENCE DAY

Israel celebrates their 75th Independence Day at the Manila Hotel, highlighting the relationship between
our two nations.

PBBM ATTENDS CORONATION OF UNITED KINGDOM’S KING CHARLES III

Historical events are happening locally and internationally—reviving tradition and ushering in a new era.

SAMPAGUITA FESTIVAL RETURNS IN SAN PEDRO, LAGUNA

SAN PEDRO, Laguna—Every year, the town celebrates the sampaguita, the country’s national flower, but the COVID-19 pandemic postponed the festivities for years.

San Fernando Mayor Hermenegildo “Dong” Gualberto

When his brother died in the middle of serving his 2nd term, Gualberto stepped up in his honor as he was ‘the epitome of an ideal public servant.’

Unwavering Passion in Action

A NEWER TULFO IS EMERGING IN POLITICS, AND WHILE HE HAS A RESERVED DEMEANOR, HE EXHIBITS THE SAME BRAVERY AND HELPFULNESS HIS FAMILY IS KNOWN FOR.

𝐊𝐖𝐈𝐊𝐆𝐑𝐎 𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐒

Kwikgro fertilizers honors Ilocos Norte’s top farmers and pledges to help them even more.

BALIWAG MAYOR FERDIE ESTRELLA

Estrella, who’s about to end his third term, is leaving with his head high—having transformed their municipality into a city.

BARANGAY JEREOS SK DISTRIBUTES WHEELCHAIRS, QUAD CANES

Barangays engage their citizens with innovative programs that seek to solve concerns and uplift the community.

COUNCILOR JAMELA “JAM” MENDOZA

There was no hesitation for Mendoza when she left behind her cushy job to serve her community.

COUNCILOR MERWYN LENNON “WIN” ABEL

Abel has found himself in random places—entertainment and healthcare— only to discover peace and fulfillment in public service.

Chef RV: UNIQUELY BIÑAN

His dishes and pastries are not only YouTube- worthy, but also worth the trip to Biñan, Laguna.

GONEGOSYO PRESIDENT JOSE “JOEY” CONCEPCION III

MSMEs account for 99 percent of the country’s business sector and Concepcion dedicates his life to helping them grow.

Is It Time To Try Tandem Voting?

Will eradicating our current split voting system in favor of tandem voting be the solution to our nation’s woes? Does it ensure smooth sailing governance?

Papa Bolo

Tagaytay City’s architecturally stunning hangout spot brings “cool” to the chilly town with its suave interior and sweet menu.

STO. TOMAS MAYOR ARTH MARASIGAN

Marasigan believes that healthy citizens are the core of a thriving economy which will in turn boost their town.

TIAONG VICE MAYOR RODERICK UMALI

Being in a position of power transforms a person, Umali admits, and now his mission is to share the lesson which almost came at a huge price.

VICE MAYOR ANGELO “GEL” ALONTE

There is no better lesson than firsthand experience which inspired Alonte’s program which helps cancer patients.

𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒: 𝐒𝐄𝐀 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒

This 2023 SEA Games in Cambodia, The Philippines brings home a total of 260 medals.