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2nd Igpaaha-Malaybalay Short Documentary Film Competition held

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In line with the celebration of the city’s 25th Charter Day, the City Government of Malaybalay has once again held the IGPAAHA – Short Documentary Film Competition

The 2nd IGPAAHA – Short Documentary Film Competition have 4 categories: Inspiring stories of sports achievement (1st category); Outdoor Adventure Promotion (2nd category); Culture and Arts, Histories and community engagement (3rd category); and Success stories of agri eco-tourism businesses (4th category).

The Best Films for the 1st category were: A Warrior’s Path by No Zero Days (1st); Aya by Hawid Creatives (2nd); and Padayon by Partum Productions (3rd).

For the 2nd category, the winners were: Pura Vida by Inside Malaybalay (1st); Experience Malaybalay by Julius Niels Perspective (2nd); and Malaybalay Tourist Diaries by Master Film Studios (3rd).

The 3rd category best film were: Sabanagan with Erlow Talatala by No Zero Days (1st); A glimpse of the Untold Story of Torre ni David by Humanista Productions (2nd); and Panalawahig by Kadumahan Film Creative (3rd).

The best films of the 4th category were: Mushroom City by No Zero Days (1st); Bahandi by Bukidnon Graphics (2nd); and Samuyaw by Hawid Creatives (3rd).

The prizes for the 1st & 2nd category amounts to: P20,000.00 (1st place); P15,000.00 (2nd place); and P10,000.00 (3rd place).

For the 3rd and 4th category, the prizes amounts to: P30,000.00 (1st place); P20,000.00 (2nd place); and P10,000.00 (3rd place). (MG Mayumi B. Madera)

5 outstanding photos taken from 25th Malaybalay Charter Day fireworks competition awarded

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The photographers of the top 5 excellent images captured at the City Hall Grounds on March 22, 2023, for the 25th Charter Day FIREWORKS COMPETITION received awards

With the #25thCharterDay, the participants uploaded their best-captured photos during the Fireworks Competition on Facebook and the City Admin – Info Division chose the top photos.

The winners of the best photo competition were Oliver Atienza (1st & 2nd place); Mark Denard Abratiguin (3rd place); Francis Dave Azores (4th place); and Nie Yao De Ai (5th place).

The winners claimed their P1,000.00 from the Admin Office of Malaybalay. (MG Mayumi B. Madera)

Malaybalay holds City’s first business forum

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The City Government of Malaybalay, in celebration of the 25th Charter Day, spearheaded the First Business Forum with the theme “Grow with Us, Invest in Malaybalay,” on March 31, 2023, at the Peoples Hall, this city

The said activity aimed to foster engagement, collaborations, and direct relationships with businesses, entrepreneurs, and local investors across the region.

City Mayor Jay Warren Pabillaran joined the forum along with City Vice Mayor Estelito Marabe, City Councilors, department heads, the Philippine Information Agency (PIA), the Department of Trade and Industries (DTI), the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Board of Investments (BOI), and the Malaybalay City Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI).

In his welcoming remarks, Hon. Cromwell Kiril D. Dinlayan emphasized we must work together to grow the economy and reduce poverty, adding, “I urge everyone (in the government) to take this opportunity to consolidate and reinforce your commitment towards a brighter future for Malaybalay.”

Meanwhile, Mayor Pabillaran, in his message, stressed, “The aim of the City Government is that integrity will be intact. Mao nana ang atong standard, kay kung walay integrity ang gobyerno, kinsa man ang magsalig sa gobyerno?”

He added, “If gusto ta mulambo ang Malaybalay, tarongon nato ang pagdala gikan sa gobyerno, and that is important in order for our city to prosper.”

Also, Vice Mayor Marabe reiterated the importance of unity. “As business people, we should unite; we should strengthen our group. If you look at Malaybalay, we are the center of government as the capital city of Bukidnon. We are the center of education. We are the center of religious activities. We were the center of tourism before, and we would like to get that again.”

“If things do not come our way, we will look for things to come our way. If there are no opportunities coming our way. We create opportunities,” he added.

Mr. Christian D. Cambaya, DCIP-IASU Head, was the keynote speaker for the event. He gave insights on the immense opportunities for local economic development (LED) and how to address the challenges that are unique to the local context, which is also the advantage of local government units focusing on the approach concerning LED programs and strategies in the city.

During the session, plenary speakers, namely: Ms. Lourdes Ellen Kionisala, BOI Chief Investment Specialist, discussed labor incentives law; Mr. Romeo R. Lapeciros, Jr., LEDIP Officer on Malaybalay City local investment and incentives code; Ms. Ritchie L. Guno, DOST Provincial Director on innovation support to entrepreneurs; and DTI Provincial Director, Ms. Famelah Raquel D. Villanueva, on DTI current programs.

The first-ever Malaybalay City Business Forum organized by the City Government marks the beginning of a new era in promoting business development and opportunities propelled to reaching new heights of innovation and sustainability in the city and the region as well. (PR)

CHO-PopDev intensifies info drive on young adult’s sexuality, reproductive health

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The City Health Office – Population & Development (POPDEV) of Malaybalay conducted the “Adolescent Sexuality and Reproductive Health (ASRH)” class at Saint Michael High School, Barangay Linabo last March 30, 2023

The one-day activity was attended by 355 students who actively participated. Various topics presented were discussed by two POPDEV speakers, Ms. Fruitelyn Z. Vicente and Mr. Edel L. Singson who have significant knowledge in the field of sexual health education.

The activity began with an introduction by the speakers, who emphasized the importance of discussing the topic of adolescent sexuality and reproductive health. They explained that many young adults are unaware of the risks and consequences of engaging in sexual activity.

Further, it provides the youth with accurate information and knowledge so they will be able to grasp informed decisions.

In addition, the CHO-POPDEV aims to intensify the conduct of information, education, and communication campaigns among adolescents’ reproductive health and the delays of sexual debut as the number of teenage pregnancy cases here in our City is significantly increasing.

This can only be attained through the help of the local stakeholders and the cooperation of all concerned individuals. (PR)

8 guerilla fronts dismantled, 800 rebels ‘neutralized’

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MALAYBALAY CITY – In partnership with the Task Force on Ending Local Communist Armed Conflict (TF-ELCAC), the Army’s 4th Infantry Division (4ID) said it has dismantled eight New People’s Army (NPA) guerilla fronts and “neutralized” more than 800 rebels operating in Northern Mindanao and Caraga in the past two years

In a statement on March 29, 2023, Maj. Gen. Jose Maria R. Cuerpo II, commander of the 4ID, said since 2021, an NPA sub-regional committee and an independent rebel platoon were also dismantled.

Among those dismantled were the NPA North Eastern Mindanao Regional Committee and North Central Mindanao Regional Committee (NCMRC).

“The people are fed up and tired of the deception and exploitation of the NPA. People are more interested and focused on the peace and developmental projects, as well as the various services that the government has delivered,” Cuerpo said.

In addition, 362 government-initiated encounters have led to the neutralization of 885 NPA combatants.

In military parlance, “neutralize” includes the capture and surrender of an NPA rebel, as well as the seizure of firearms.

Cuerpo said the 4ID managed to seize 766 firearms and overran 234 NPA hideouts during the period.

The latest in the series of encounters transpired in remote Barangay San Juan, Bayugan City on March 27, which resulted in the death of two more rebels.

“More (NPA) members and even leaders have given up and surrendered,” Cuerpo said.

With the support of residents, the Army official assured that the 4ID would continue its intensified focused military operations against the communist rebels and collaborate with other government agencies under the TF-ELCAC.

New surrenders

Meanwhile, the Police Regional Office 10 (Northern Mindanao) on Monday accepted the surrender of three NPA rebels in its headquarters in Cagayan de Oro City who also brought with them their firearms.

The surrenderers were only identified as “Janile,” 27, a political guide; “Arwin,” 25, a female supply officer; and “Aya,” 21, another female rebel acting as a medical officer.

They belonged to the NPA NCMRC operating in Talakag town and other border towns between Bukidnon and Lanao del Sur provinces. (Nef Luczon/PNA)

SP approves the implementation of Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Program

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The Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) approved Resolution No. 2023-0299 – A separate Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the City Government of Malaybalay (CGM) represented by City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran with Mt. Calvary Baptist Church-Malaybalay City and the Journey Home Wellness Center relative to the implementation of Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Program

On March 14, 2023, City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran endorsed the SP requesting legislative authorization relative to the said MOA.

Dangerous Drugs Board passed Board Resolution No. 4, Series of 2016, entitled “OPLAN SAGIP-Guidelines on Voluntary Surrender of Drug Users and Dependents and Monitoring Mechanism of Barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Campaign” wherein LGUs were mandated through their Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (ADACs) to facilitate the establishment of a community-based treatment program and rehabilitation and intervention to surrenders found to be low-risk or having a moderated substance use disorder.

The LGU has implemented of Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Program (CBDRP) which provided community-based treatment and support services to Persons Who Used Drugs (PWUD) as part of continuum care.

The LGU also continues to strengthen the Dangerous Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program by sustaining the brief Intervention, referral to treatment, aftercare, and reintegration program for PWUD.

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church-Malaybalay City, being a religious institution, is capable of providing psycho-socio-spiritual support to PWUDs through the use of spiritual doctrines and spiritual/faith-based structured interventions aimed at influencing the well-being of the PWUDs.

Journey Home Wellness Center is a treatment center for people who suffer from alcoholism, drugs, and other addiction and provides recovery programs, services, and treatment to drug dependents directed towards physical, emotional, psychological, vocational, social, and spiritual rehabilitation and has advocated for drug abuse prevention.

The parties agreed to the terms and conditions stated in the said MOA.

After thorough deliberation during the 36th regular session on March 28, 2023, Hon. KathleenCecille C. Pagaling, Chairman of the Committee on Health and Social Services recommended and duly seconded to pass a resolution authorizing Hon. City Mayor to enter into and sign the said Memorandum of Agreement. (PR)

Suspetsado sa pagpandunggab sa Capitol grounds nasikop

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Ang suspetsado sa pagpandunggab nga nahitabo niadtong Marso 26, 2023 sa Capitol Ground, Brgy. 6, Malaybalay City, nasikop na sa kapolisan

Si Police Lt. Col. Julius Clark Prisco M. Macariola IV, OIC sa Malaybalay City Police Station, sa iyang report, niila sa suspek nga si Junel Boyan Villacera, 20, ulitawo, ug residente sa P-1B, Magsaysay, Malaybalay City.

Ang unang biktima ni Villacera, isa ka menor de edad nga naka angkon og isa ka samad dinunggaban sa iyang tiyan. Ang biktima dali-daling gidala sa Bukidnon Provincial Medical Center alang sa pagpatambal.

Human na aresto ang suspek, ang iyang ika duhang biktima nga giila nga si Ricky Taghoy Belancueva, 24, ulitawo, ug residente sa Beshiba, Kitaotao, Bukidnon niadto ug nangayog tabang sa mga kapolisan.

Si Belancueva, kinsa naka angkon og isa ka samad dinunggaban sa iyang likod, niila ug nikompirma sa maong suspek. Siya gidala usab sa BPMC aron matambalan.

Ang Malaybalay CPS nag andam na sa kinahanglanong mga dukomento alang sa pagpasaka og kaso batok sa suspek. (MG Mayumi B. Madera)

Balaod nga nagdili sa pagpasiugda sa child marriage, gipasabot ngadto sa mga IPMRs, solemnizing officers

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Gipasabot sa Pangagamhanang Probinsyal sa Bukidnon, pinaagi sa PGO-Population and Development (POPDEV) Division, ang Republic Act No. 11596 “An Act Prohibiting the Practice of Child Marriage and Imposing Penalties for Violations thereof” ngadto sa mga Bukidnon Indigenous People Mandatory Representatives (IPMRs) ug Solemnizing Officers sa probinsya, Marso 24, 2023 sa Kaamulan Open Theater, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon

Pinaagi ni Atty. Ricardo B. Mateo, Regional Hearing Officer sa NCIP R10, gipalawoman niini ang mga importanteng probisyon sa child marriage law lakip ang mga bawal ug mga silot sa bisan kinsa nga maoy hinungdan, naghikay o nagpahigayon sa kaminyoon/kasal sa bata (18 anyos paubos) o naa sa legal nga edad apan walay kapasidad nga makabuhi, maka-protektar sa iyang kaugalingon gikan sa mga abuso, tungod sa mental/pisikal nga kondisyon. (PR)

MNSHS, Natid-asan Elementary School, kampeon sa Danztrack Competition

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Nahimong overall champion ang Malaybalay National Science High School ug Natid-asan Elementary School, sa gipahigayon nga Danztrack Kaamulan Inter-School Dance Competition 2023 niadtong Marso 25, 2023

Base sa pahibalo sa lokal nga panggamhanan, ang competition gipahigayon sa Gymnasium sa Bukidnon State University.

Ang kompetisyon nag langkob sa duha ka kategorya.

Sa high school category, ang kampyeon mao ang Malaybalay National Science High School nga gisundan sa Sugod Integrated School isip 1st runner up; 2nd runner-up ang Bangcud NHS ug 3rd runner-up ang Casisang NHS.

Samtang sa elementary category, ang nagsunod sa Natid-asan Elementary School mao ang Malaybalay City Central School isip 1st runner up; 2nd runner-up ang Bangcud Central School ug 3rd runner-up ang Patpat ES. (Omar Rashid Z. Abdullah)

Catumbalon, St. Peter midaog sa 2023 Kaamulan Drum and Lyre Competition

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Nidaog ang Catumbalon Elementary School ug St. Peter National High School sa drum and lyre competition nga gipahigayon alayon sa pagsaulog sa Kaamulan 2023

Ang kompetisyon gipahigayon niadtong Marso 25, sa samang adlaw sa formal opening sa Kaamulan 2023.

Ang kometisyon adunay duha ka category mao ang elementary level ug secondary level.

Sa elementary level, ang champion mao ang Catumbalon Elementary School sa Valencia City nga nakakuha sa special awards nga Best in Choreography, Most Disciplined Group, Best in Costume, Best Band Majorette.

Nisunod mao ang Alae Central Elementary School sa Manolo Fortich nga nakakuha sa special awards nga Best in Musicality ug Best Band Major.

Sa secondary level, champion ang St. Peter National High School sa Malaybalay nga nidaog isip Best in Musicality, Best in Choreography, Most Discipline Group, Best in Costume, Best Band Major; gisundan sa Valencia National High School isip 2nd place nga nakuha ang Best Band Majorette award; Bukidnon National High School sa 3rd place; Kibawe National High School isip 4th placer; 5th place mao ang St. Joseph National High School; ug ang 6th placer mao ang Catumbalon National High School. (MG Mayumi B. Madera)