34 LGUs recognized for population dev’t programs
ILOILO — Thirty-four local government units (LGUs), including the provincial government of Iloilo, have been recognized by the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Region 6 for exemplary performance in advancing population and development initiatives.
https://www.panaynews.net/34-lgus-recognized-for-population-devt-programs/
Iloilo-Korea direct flight could unlock tourism, trade gains for Panay – guv
ILOILO – The long-standing push for a direct air link between Iloilo and South Korea is back on the table, with Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. raising the proposal anew during a courtesy visit by the ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Philippines, Lee Sang-hwa.
https://www.panaynews.net/iloilo-korea-direct-flight-could-unlock-tourism-trade-gains-for-panay-guv/
Defensor backs return of Ati tribes, Kasadyahan competition to City Proper in Dinagyang 2027
ILOILO — Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. threw his support behind the Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc.’s (IFFI) plan to bring back both the Ati tribes competition and the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan to the Iloilo City Proper for Dinagyang Festival 2027, saying the provincial government has “no issue” with the reset and will continue to back decisions made by festival organizers and the city government.
https://www.panaynews.net/defensor-backs-return-of-ati-tribes-kasadyahan-competition-to-city-proper-in-dinagyang-2027/
‘GLOW IN THE DARK’: Dinagyang ILOmination ‘warriors’ to flood city streets with light tonight
ILOILO City – This southern metropolis will turn into a sea of light and movement tonight as Dinagyang Festival’s ILOmination competition takes over the city. Spectators for this annual celebration’s biggest nighttime spectacle will be seeing the parade route transformed into a moving canvas of lights, music, and choreography.
https://www.panaynews.net/glow-in-the-dark-dinagyang-ilomination-warriors-to-flood-city-streets-with-light-tonight/
Tultugan eyes Dinagyang 2027 Ati tribes tilt after grand slam
ILOILO — Riding the momentum of a historic grand slam at the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan competition of Dinagyang Festival 2026, the Tultugan Festival of Maasin town is now eyeing a bigger stage, with plans to compete in the prestigious Ati tribes competition of Dinagyang in 2027.
https://www.panaynews.net/tultugan-eyes-dinagyang-2027-ati-tribes-tilt-after-grand-slam/
Concepcion set to host 142-MW solar farm; Visayas seen to get electricity supply boost
ILOILO — Northern Iloilo’s push for renewable energy is gaining momentum. Developers confirmed that a 142-megawatt solar power project in the municipality of Concepcion is moving toward construction this year, positioning the town as a major contributor to the Visayas power grid.
https://www.panaynews.net/concepcion-set-to-host-142-mw-solar-farm-visayas-seen-to-get-electricity-supply-boost/
Defensor underscores faith-centered roots of Dinagyang as ‘hermano mayor’
ILOILO — Even as Dinagyang Festival continues to grow into one of the country’s biggest cultural and tourism events, Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. reminded Ilonggos that the festival’s true foundation remains deeply religious, urging the public not to lose sight of its devotion to Señor Santo Niño.
https://www.panaynews.net/defensor-underscores-faith-centered-roots-of-dinagyang-as-hermano-mayor/
Salognon reclaims Dinagyang crown, pockets P11.5-M incentive in tribes showdown
ILOILO City – Tribu Salognon of Jaro National High School surged back to the top of the Dinagyang Festival tribes competition, clinching the Grand Championship this year in what festival officials described as one of the most competitive and artistically elevated editions in recent years.
https://www.panaynews.net/salognon-reclaims-dinagyang-crown-pockets-p11-5-m-incentive-in-tribes-showdown/
‘Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan showcases sharper identity and bolder creativity’
ILOILO — The 2026 edition of the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan competition of the Dinagyang Festival marked a clear creative leap, with performances showing stronger identity, sharper storytelling, and bolder departures from past presentations, according to Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr.
https://www.panaynews.net/kasadyahan-sa-kabanwahanan-showcases-sharper-identity-and-bolder-creativity/
DOH-6 rolls out quake guide for families with autism, flags disaster vulnerability
ILOILO City – With earthquakes posing a constant threat in Western Visayas, the Department of Health (DOH) has launched a specialized Earthquake Preparedness Guide aimed at helping families with persons with autism navigate emergencies, addressing long-standing gaps in disaster readiness for individuals with special needs.
https://www.panaynews.net/doh-6-rolls-out-quake-guide-for-families-with-autism-flags-disaster-vulnerability/