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Food Security: Now a priority program in NegOcc

January 14, 2026

Food security is not merely an economic concern for Negros Occidental—it is a moral, social, and historical imperative.

Following God’s way

January 14, 2026

On Jan. 6, the Christian calendar is marked as Epiphany. It is the celebration of the visit of the Magi to the child Jesus.

Another year limps off the stage

January 11, 2026

It’s that time of year again. The time when everyone walks around chanting, ‘Happy New Year’ to everyone they meet. Sometimes, I join in and toss a greeting or two, mostly to people I know. But this year, I really don’t feel like it.

Tubong-tubong

January 11, 2026

It is both a privilege and an honor to serve as a regular columnist for this paper, made possible through the encouragement and trust of my fellow Centralian and good friend, Allen Del Carmen.

Under threat

January 11, 2026

As we celebrated the season reminding us of the birth of Jesus, I was also disturbed with recent reports I came across that showed the continuing grave threat to the faith associated with Christmas.

A New Year, a new life in Jesus Christ

January 11, 2026

As we welcome the New Year, many people speak of fresh starts, resolutions, and new beginnings.

Free parking woes

January 7, 2026

Current Philippine laws like Republic Act No. 9994, the Expanded Senior Citizens Act, and Republic Act No. 10754, expanding PWD benefits, mandate 20% discounts on food, medicines, and select services but do not require free parking nationwide.

Looking back and beyond

December 30, 2025

What is it about Christmas or the Yuletide season that brings out the best in many people? All throughout the year, there would be all sorts of differences, misunderstandings, and squabbles only to be relegated to the backseat when the season of merrymaking comes.

How to keep your weight under control

December 30, 2025

There are many things you have to pay attention to as you age, and an important one is weight.

Missing the Lights of Bago

December 30, 2025

For a little over a decade until the COVID-19 days, the Lights of Bago was the curtain raiser of the year for tourism activities in Negros Occidental.

Food Security: Now a priority program in NegOcc

Following God’s way

Another year limps off the stage

Tubong-tubong

Under threat

A New Year, a new life in Jesus Christ

Free parking woes

Looking back and beyond

How to keep your weight under control

Missing the Lights of Bago

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