MANILA – In his third State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. highlighted two major infrastructure projects poised to transform the energy and agricultural sectors in Western Visayas.
ILOILO – The provincial government has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Inter-Agency Resilience Hub in Carles to enhance disaster preparedness and emergency response in the coastal municipality.
STA. BARBARA, Iloilo is a unique blend of Spanish, American and Filipino architecture, culture and spirit. Situated 15. 6 kilometers from the city, it is just a short drive and great for short day trips.
Publication for the 213th Anniversary Sta. Ana Parish, Molo, Iloilo City, Philippines last July 26, 2008. Includes profiles of prominent Ilonggos in Molo and people related to the parish.
Named after Cogon, a type of grass found to be abundant in the area, Sicogon Island is a 1,160 hectare island politically subdivided into three (3) barangays, namely Alipata, San Fernando and Buaya. Mt. Opao serves as its backdrop towering at 702 feet and is accessible on foot. Its summit offers a stunning view of the entire coastline surrounding the island.
The beach is reason enough to go to the island. There is enough space with few visitors that you will probably find a spot just for yourself. It remains among the most beautiful even up to now. It is for those who are dreaming of a quiet vacation under a warm sun and a constant breeze. The island is still a big potential to welcome many tourists looking for the best beach in Iloilo. So, if you are looking for the ultimate tropical paradise, set your sights on Sicogon in Carles. With lesser-known neighboring islands interspersed with picturesque fishing villages where the people live a simple way of life, virtually unchanged in centuries.
Sicogon Island can be reached through a 40-minuter motorized boat ride from Estancia Feeder Port. To get to Estancia, one must take an air-conditioned bus at the new Ceres Terminal in Barangay Camalig, Jaro, Iloilo City.
ILOILO City – The Supreme Court has upheld the validity of the franchise expansion of MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) in Iloilo, saying that electric cooperatives do not have a constitutional right to an exclusive franchise within their coverage areas.
Subtitle: Where the Filipino flag was raised in victory outside Luzon, and the Revolutionary Government of the Visayas was inaugurated.
Contents: The Filipino flag is raised in victory — How the flag got to Sta. Barbara for the “Cry” — The Revolutionary Government of the Visayas — Gen. Martin T. Delgado
Published in connection with the 97th Anniversary of the "Cry of Sta. Barbara" and the Launching of the Philippine Centennial Movement in the Visayas. Sponsored by the National Centennial Commission, National Historical Institute, Province of Iloilo, and Municipality of Sta. Barbara at Sta. Barbara, Iloilo on Nov. 17, 1995.
