Mahinog observes coop month

Mahinog, Camiguin (28 October) – The Municipal Cooperative Development Council (MCDC) here observed the 2010 Cooperative Month Celebration today attended by different coops, officials and employees of local government unit.

With the theme, "One coop movement, One vision, One nation," the whole day affair started with a street parade followed by a program at the municipal gym.

During the program, Mr. Joseph de la Torre, MCDC secretary, acknowledged the participants of different coops coming from:

1. Spring Multi Purpose Cooperative (MPC) of Tubod;

2. Mahinog Small Coconut Farmers Coop;

3. Owakan MPC;

4. San Jose ARBA MPC;

5. Mahinog Employees Coop;

6. San Roque Farmers, Fishermen Coop;

7. San Miguel MPC;

8. Patron Saint MPC of San Isidro;

9. Tupsan Pequeño MPC;

10. St. Michael MPC;

11. Mahinog Senior Citizen Retirees Coop;

12. Mahinog Public Elementary School Teachers, Retirees, Retirees Credit Coop.

Mr. Roberto Madelo, MCDC Vice Chairman, delivered the welcome address.

Mayor Alex R. Jajalla gave his inspirational message. In his message, he stressed the values of unity and cooperation. "For one, this was clearly demonstrated with our recent victory in Lanzones Festival that brings Mahinognons together as one,” he said.

Vice Mayor Rogerio C. Acle, on the other hand, in his message, emphasized the importance of co-operative spirit and how it is important in bringing progress to our community.

Ms. Teresita Wagas, Provincial Cooperative Specialist, also shared words of wisdom to the participants.

In the afternoon, the participants were treated to ball room and minus one signing contests by the different coops.

Awards were also given to Most Attended Coops and Best in Uniform.

Lgu Mahinog, DENR sign MOA for P525 thousand mangrove boardwalk project

Mahinog, Camiguin - The Municipal Government of Mahinog and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Region 10 recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the construction of the P525 thousand mangrove boardwalk projects in Queobe, in barangay San Miguel here.

The MOA was signed by Mahinog Mayor Alex R. Jajalla (left) for the municipal government of Mahinog and DENR regional technical director for research Danilo Cacanindin (center) on behalf of the DENR. Vice Mayor Rogerio C. Acle (right) was on hand to witness the signing.

According to municipal planning and development coordinator Engr. Benito C. Paderanga, P400 thousand comes from the DENR, while P125 thousand is the counterpart of the LGU Mahinog.

The LGU Mahinog has partially developed the area which is now known as Queobe Eco-Park and Training Center with the construction and establishment of amenities including dormitories, training center, cottages, campsite, parking area, flower garden and nursery.

Queobe Eco Park and Training Center

Paderanga said the over-all project objective are to pursue a sustainable ecological tourism development with emphasis on safeguarding and conserving the bio-diversity in the mangrove area.

The project was also aimed to provide a learning environment on mangrove existence specifically on ecological protection and enhancement.

Moreover, the project is expected to create employment opportunities, boost the local economy and generate income for the LGU, as well.

This wooden boardwalk located near Benoni lagoon and port area will provide safe recreational places for people to walk while enjoying the natural ambience and learning the unique characteristics of the mangrove ecosystem.

Queobe eco park has an excellent vantage point overlooking the mangrove boarwalk, Benoni lagoon, Benoni port, including Mantigue island. These are all parts of a development plan vigorously pursued by the municipal government of Mahinog, with the ultimate goal of optimizing the potential of the area in order to provide employment opportunities and boost the local economy.

Camiguin Lanzones Festival winner: Mahinog retains championship title in tableau competition

Festival Queen 1st runner up: Mahinog's Apple May S. Feniza

October 24, 2010 – AFTER making a vow to regain the prestigious title in Camiguin Lanzones Festival tableau competition, finally the Columbia St. Michael's Parish High School contingent sponsored by the local government unit of Mahinog made it again as this year’s champion in yesterday’s 2010 Camiguin Lanzones Festival, besting 7 other contingents in the inter-agency category.

The competition was very tough most notably between Mahinog and Sagay. But the winner must be declared and it was Mahinog who made (deserved) it. Sagay was awarded second placer, while Yumbing National High School, third placer.

“It was a sweet victory for Mahinog,” Mayor Alex R. Jajalla told Mahinog Trumpet. Jajalla thanked all the Mahinognons for their prayers.

Asked why he was confident Mahinog would retain the title, “Through preparation, hard practice and strong determination have made these things possible,” he said.

Mahinog contingent, choreographed by multi-awarded Surigaonon Harold Antallan, impressed the crowd with their clean transition, fast-paced dance steps, lot of moves and surprises, and magical props, among others . Mahinog was also declared as the liveliest contingent.

Muti-awarded choreographer Harold Antallan (left) interviewed by GMA TV Network after the declaration of winners at Camiguin Tourism Center

In street dance competition, Fatima College of Camiguin grabbed the first place, Mahinog got the second place, while Guinsiliban, third place.

Mahinog dancers show their winning form at the Camiguin Tourism Center – the grand performance venue of Camiguin Lanzones Festival, Oct 23, 2010. Here are some initial photos.

Mahinog wins 1st runner up in Lanzones Festival King and Queen showdown

EIGHT pairs from different contingents vied for the elegant crown of Festival King and Queen Showdown of the 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival held yesterday at Camiguin Tourism Center.

Mahinog's Mark Anthony L. Lopes (left) and Apple May S. Feniza (right) from Columbia St. Michael's Parish High School won the 1st runner up in the most anticipated Lanzones Festival 2010 Festival King and Queen showdown.

The much coveted 2010 Lanzones Festival King and Queen winners went to Yumbing National High School.

Festival King 2nd runner up was won by the municipality of Sagay, while Fatima College of Camiguin got the Festival Queen 2nd runner up. (Photo by Homer R. Jajalla)

Mahinog's Festival King and Queen with Diwatas. From L-R: Columbia St. Michael Parish High School's pride Darbie C. Jadman, Apple May S. Feniza, Bea Lianne H. Reyes, Dawn Darling O. Donque, Kristel Mae U. Aguirre, Mark Anthony L. Lopes and Celizte D. Tenestrante

Camiguin Mutya sa Buahanan 2010 Pageant tonight in Mambajao

(22 Oct 2010) - THE 31st Camiguin Mutya sa Buahanan will be decided tonight at the old municipal building plaza in Mambajao, Camiguin.

The night will be as beautiful as 13 gorgeous women vie for the Mutya sa Buahanan 2010 title.

Mahinog, the winner of last year's Mutya sa Buahanan title, which was won by Miss Ivy Mirzi T. Javier, has Miss Mary Kristine B. Beronio (above) competing to regain the coveted title of Mutya sa Buahanan 2010. (Photo by Homer R. Jajalla)

Kalanrakas sa Guinsiliban winners

Kalanrakas sa Kabataan 2010 Festival Queen winner:

Lyka A. Roxas - Guinsiliban Central School

Guinsiliban Central School: Kalanrakas sa Kabataan top two winner

Cabuan Elementary School: Kalanrakas sa Kabataan top two winner

Gunsiliban, Camiguin (Oct 20) - Here is the list of winners of Kalanrakas sa Guinsiliban 2010 held yesterday Oct 19 at Guinsiliban plaza. Kalanrakas sa Kabataan is one of the highlights of the 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival.

Kalanrakas sa Kabataan top two winners:

Guinsiliban Central School

Cabuan Elementary School

Kalanrakas sa Kabataan 2010 Festival Queen winner:

Lyka A. Roxas - Guinsiliban Central School

Liveliest contingent:

Maac Elem School

Best in musicality:

Guinsiliban Central School

Best in costume:

Guinsiliban Central School

Kalanrakas sa Catarman winners

Kalanrakas sa Catarman 2010 Festival Queen winner: Rhea Gesilla Maria Jurial - Catarman Central School

Top two winner Panghiawan/Lawigan/Catibac/Bura contingents

Top two winner Mainit/Compol contingents

Catarman, Camiguin (20 October 2010)

Here are the winners of Kalanrakas sa Catarman held yesterday Oct. 19 at Catarman. Venue: Municipal hall plaza.

Kalanrakas sa Catarman top two winners:

1. Barangays Mainit/Compol contingents

2. Barangays Panghiawan/Lawigan/Catibac/Bura contingents

Kalanrakas sa Catarman Festival Queen:

Rhea Gesilla Maria Jurial - Catarman Central School

Liveliest Contingent:

Barangay Manduao

Best in Musicality:

Barangays Mainit/Compol

Best in Costume:

Barangays Mainit/Compol

Camiguin opens Lanzones Fest 2010

(18 October 2010) - Camiguin has successfully opened today its weeklong festivity to celebrate the 31st Lanzones Festival.

Despite the typhoon that hits hard in other parts of the country, the island’s weather remained calm allowing more visitors and locals to come and enjoy the treat.

The first thing visitors crave for as they come in the island is the fruit. Governor “JJ” Romualdo said that they have enough lanzones fruit this year and its price ranges from P23.00 to P30.00 per kilo.

Aside from street dancing and tableau presentations, the festivity also features the “UGMAD 2010” Trade Fair which showcases the island’s best products and handicrafts from arts and crafts, fashion accessories, food, furniture, gifts and house wares.

Other fresh farm products like fruits and vegetables are also sold at a very low price. One of the highlights during the grand opening at the Camiguin Convention Center is the unveiling of the anti-smoking billboard.

Governor “JJ’ Romualdo proudly announces the creation of the new implementing rules and regulations of the Provincial Anti-Smoking Ordinance. He said they will implement it phase by phase to ensure its acceptability and success.

Vice-Governor Leo Lasacar on the other hand expressed thanks for the rich harvest. He noted that the Lanzones of Camiguin is incomparable anywhere in the world not only for its sweetness but also for its unique juiciness. (Jorie C. Valcorza - PIA 10)

Benoni and Pontod win Kalanrakas sa Mahinog 2010, Benoni harvests special awards

Kalanrakas sa Mahinog 2010 Festival Queen Winner: Benoni elementary school Astaire Janica Luspo Mabale

Mahinog, Camiguin (18 October 2010) - Benoni residents have all the reason to be proud of today as their contingent from Benoni Elementary School bagged all the major and special awards in 2010 Kalanrakas sa Mahinog held this morning at Mahinog municipal plaza.

Puntod elementary school, last year’s Kalanrakas sa Kabataan 3rd placer in the provincial level, was also adjudged as other winner in Kalanrakas sa Mahinog today. The top two winners, Benoni and Puntod, received P10,000 each. They bested three other contingents from Mahinog central school, Hubangon ES and Catuhogan ES.

Top two winner: Benoni elementary school contingent

Top two winner: Puntod elementary school contingent

Provincial Tourism Officer Candice Naomi L. Borromeo said the top two winners will represent the municipality in the provincial Kalanrakas sa Kabataan slated on October 23 Saturday at Camiguin Tourism Center in Balbagon in the municipality of Mambajao, Camiguin.

Benoni contingent impressed thousands of spectators because of their lively and fast paced dance steps and flawless executions. They also won all other special awards, Liveliest Contingent, Best in Costume, Best in Musicality and Kalanrakas sa Kabataan Festival Queen.

Kalanrakas sa Kabataan Festival Queen winner went to Benoni ES Miss Astaire Janica Luspo Mabale, while Puntod ES Princes Virtudazo Vicente won the second place and Catuhogan ES Lovely Fatima Lagunay Labial, third place.

Kalanrakas sa Kabataan, a charivari and street dancing contest and one of the highlights of the 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival, was participated by pupils of the complete elementary levels from public schools in the province and was supported by the cluster barangay councils for each participating school.

Benoni ES under head teacher Ms. Lucita B. King is jointly supported by Benoni barangay council headed by barangay captain Ninalita Ranara and OIC Eliseo Borromeo and San Miguel barangay council under barangay captain Pepito Valdehueza, while Puntod ES under head teacher Infinita Pacturan is jointly sponsored by Puntod and Owakan barangay councils headed by barangay captains, Ernito Abian and Nestor Loor, respectively.

The next Kalanrakas sa Kabataan municipal competitions will be held tomorrow October 19 in Catarman in the morning and Guinsiliban in the afternoon.

31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival 2010 Schedule of Activities

Here's the official and updated 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival 2010 Schedule of Activities released by the office of the Provincial Governor.

October 06, 2010 Wednesday

9:00 a.m. - Kalanrakas sa Sagay Venue: Sagay Gym

October 18, 2010 Monday

8:00 a.m. - Flag Raising Ceremony

8:30 a.m. - Holy Thanksgiving Mass Venue: San Nicolas Parish Church

- Motorcade in Mahinog, Guinsiliban, Sagay and Catarman

8:00 a.m. - Soft Opening of Ugmad 2010 Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

9:00 a.m. - Kalanrakas sa Mahinog Venue: Mahinog Plaza

1:00 p.m. - Motorcade in Mambajao

1:30 p.m. - Opening Ceremony Inter-municipality basketball tournament Venue: Mahinog Gym

1:30 p.m. - Pictorials Mutya sa Buahanan (Miss Camiguin Tourism 2010) @ Provincial Capitol Swimming Pool

2:00 p.m. -Grand Opening Ceremonies 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center, Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies (UGMAD) Viewing of Exhibits

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. -Ugmad 2010, Financiang Forum for MSMEs and Investment priorities project orientation (DTI/Chamber)

8:00 p.m. - Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents “San Miguel Oktoberfest” Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 19, 2010 Tuesday

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 nn - Ugmad 2010 Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center, National Children's Month Provincial Culmination Program (PSWDO)

9:00 a.m. - Kalanrakas sa Catarman

1:00 p.m. - Kalanrakas sa Guinsiliban

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Ugmad 2010 @ Camiguin Tourism Center

1:30 p.m. - Continuation inter-municipality basketball tournament @ Catarman Gym

2:00 p.m.. - Music & Kabog Showdowns Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

8:00 p.m. - Mutya sa Buahanan Pre-Pageant (Talents’ Night, Swimsuit Presentation & Awarding of Corporate Awards Venue: Guinsiliban Gymnasium

8:00 p.m. - Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents “San Miguel Oktoberfest” Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 20, 2010 Wednesday

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 nn - Ugmade 2010, Palarong Pinoy, (PVO, BMEG, & PCA) @ Camiguin Tourism Center

9:00 p.m. - Kalanrakas sa Mambajao Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

10:00 a.m.- Opening Ceremony 1st Gov. JJ's Cup Men's Open Singles Tennis Tournament @ Camiguin Capitol Tennis Courts

1:30 p.m. - Continuation inter municipality basketball tournament @ Mambajao Gym

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Ugmad 2010, Palarong Pinoy

6:00 p.m. - Ugmad 2010 CPSC Cultural Presentation

8:00 p.m. - GMA 7 Kapuso Night Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 21, 2010 (Thursday)

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 nn - Ugmad 2010

- Ag Ikagi Ki Kinamiging (DepED) - Folk Dance Competition (DepED)

- Anti-smoking Campaign

- Opening Ceremonies Mobile Passporting System and Job Fair (Mun. PESO)

8:00 a.m. - Continuation 1st Gov. JJ's Cup Men's Open Singles Tennis Tournament @ Camiguin Capitol Tennis Courts

9:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies Ladies-Open Beach Volleyball @ Camiguin Tourism Center

10:00 a.m. - Opening Badminton Tournament Inter Municipality and Open Categories @ Mambajao Central School

1:30 p.m. - Continuation Inter Municipality Basketball Tournament @ Guinsiliban Gym

1:30 P.M. Festival King & Queen Showdown and Diwata Showdown Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Mobile Passporting System and Job Fair @ Camiguin Tourism Center

- Ugmad sa Kalikasan Beauty Contest (Deped)

6:00 p.m. - FCC Cultural Presentation Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

8:00 P.M. Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents “San Miguel Oktoberfest” Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 22, 2010 (Friday)

7:30 a.m. - Continuation Ladies Open Beach Volleyball @ Camiguin Tourism Center

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 nn - Mobile Passporting System and Job Fair @ Camiguin Tourism Center, Ugmad 2010 Tourism Skills Demonstration

8:00 a.m. - Continuation 1st Gov. JJ's Cup Men's Open Singles Tennis Tournament @ Camiguin Capitol Tennis Courts

10:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremony 4th Gov. JJ's Cup Team Tennis Tournament @ Camiguin Capitol Tennis Courts

1:00 pm. - 5:00 p.m. - Mobile Passporting System and Job Fair Caravan

-Ugmad 2010 Parlor Games by CSAT

-Cooking Demo of Coco Sugar by PCA

1:30 p.m. -Continuation Inter Municipality Basketball Tournament @ Sagay Gym

2:00 p.m. - Unano Bulls Basketball Exhibition @ Lagunde Basketball Court

6:00 p.m. - Ugmad 2010, Band and Hip-Hop Competition (Paras Beach Resort)

8:00 P.M. Mutya sa Buahanan 2010 Beauty Pageant (Miss Camiguin Tourism) Venue: Old Municipal Building

October 23, 2010 Saturday

7:30 a.m. - Continuation Ladies Open Beach Volleyball

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 nn - Ugmad 2010, Palarong Pinoy & Lanzones Eating Contest (PAO)

8:00 a.m. - Continuation 1st Gov. JJ's Cup Men's Open Singles Tennis Tournament and 4th Gov. JJ's Cup Team Tennis Tournament @ Camiguin Capitol Tennis Courts

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 nn - Inter-Agency Street Dancing Category from Old Parola Wharf to Poblacion Barangay Hall

- Kalanrakas sa Kabataan (Charivari Street Dancing) from Provincial Plaza to Camiguin Tourism Center

- Awarding Ceremonies: Kalanrakas Sa Kabataan Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

9:00 a.m. - Lanzones Festival Chess Tournament @ SP Session Hall

1:30 p.m. - Continuation Inter Municipality Basketball Tournament @ Mambajao Gym

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 pm - Ugmad 2010 Palarong Pinoy and Lanzones Eating Contest

1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Inter-Agency Category Ground Demonstration @ Camiguin Tourism Center

-Awarding Ceremony Street Dancing & Ground Presentation Categories

3:00 p.m. - Exhibition Match Singles & Doubles (Top National Players) @ Camiguin Capitol Tennis Courts

8:00 p.m. - Boxing Tournament @ Old Parola Strip

8:00 p.m. - Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents "San Miguel Oktoberfest" @ Camiguin Tourism Center

October 24, 2010 Sunday

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 nn - Ugmad 2010, Mga Larong Pinoy and Lanzones Eating Contest

8:00 a.m. - Championship 1st Gov. JJ's Cup Men's Open Singles Tennis Tournament and 4th Gov. JJ's Cup Team Tennis Tournament @ Camiguin Capitol Tennis Courts

1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Ugmad 2010, Palarong Pinoy & Lanzones Eating Contest

1:30 p.m. - Championship Inter Municipality Basketball Tournament @ Mambajao Gym

Mahinog, Camiguin list of candidates for Oct 25, 2010 Barangay, SK elections

List of Candidates
Municipality of Mahinog, Camiguin
October 25, 2010 Barangay and SK Elections
Source: Commission on Elections

POBLACION:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Co, Eutropia A.
2. Sabuero, Dante Sr.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Abao, Regino P.
2. Abian, Miguel D.
3. Babanto, Jose L.
4. Balasabas, Lybbie R.
5. Besande, Rhoda F.
6. Chua, Corazon B.
7. Dy, Vergelio Jr. P
8. Gaylawan, Isidro U.
9. Guile, Josephine F.
10. Pacuribor, Maide O.
11. Quilaton, Renato G.
12. Salon, Alfredo J.
13. Tabamo, Nestor P.
14. Vicente, Alfredo U.
15. Yamit, Felicito F.

BENONI:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Borromeo, Eliseo B.
2. Mabale, Casiano H.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Bangi, Jess V.
2. Calo, Oscar M.
3. Caseres, Jonathan O.
4. Dayao, Richard C.
5. Lozada, Herminigildo C.
6. Mabale, Asterio H.
7. Mabale, Bernardo H.
8. Mabale, Vicente A.
9. Maderal, Pablio T.
10. Maghanoy, Jocelyn U.
11. Nercuit, Bonifacio B.
12. Popera, Potenciana N.
13.Ranoa, Juanito P.
14. Tabasa, Clemente A.
15. Tanilon, Venus A.

BINALIWAN:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Galendez, Jenie O.
2. Pahit, Cleopas R.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Atienza, Stephen R.
2. Calamba, Rolly O.
3. Balasabas, Felix C.
4. Chua, Ariel R.
5. Jamero, Geryll N.
6. Labadan Sr., Dario B.
7. Madera, Francisca A.
8. Odchigue, Rolando U.
9. Paderanga, Angelita T.
10. Payot, Junbi M.
11. Rabusa, Rolando U.
12. Rago, Jose L.
13. Tabamo, Luisito T.
14. Tabamo, Noreen U.

CATUHOGAN:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Dagasdas, Florida O.
2. Oclarit, Samuel A.
3. Odchigue, Miguela G.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Abao, Isidra Y.
2. Abao, Marino E.
3. Arao, Laurito M.
4. Dalaota Sr., Enrico A.
5. Gamana, Rosa R.
6. Jajalla, Bernardino L.
7. JameRO, Gil F.
8. Oclarit, Montano A.
9. Odchigue, Marcial L.
10. Padilla, Clotildo C.
11. Ranalan, Gene B.
12. Ucat, Edsel J.

HUBANGON:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Yamit, Epifanio V.
2. Yamit, Joseph F.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Abao, Arturo Jr. B.
2. Galvezo, Camilo R.
3. Gono, Tita E.
4. Jajalla, Jesus Jr. R.
5. Jaquilmac, Joseph E.
6. Madelo, Freddie Y.
7. Padilla, Juliet K.
8. Rullon, Joy N.
9. Sabuero, Romeo A.
10. Tabamo, Prospero L.
11. Yamit, Roberto N.

OWAKAN:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Loor, Nestor R.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Ladisla, Antonino Jr. S.
2. Lomonsod, Lito U.
3. Loor, Rande E.
4. Olais, Jerson L.
5. Somobay, Margelita G.
6. Somobay, Rico Alfon L.
7. Tabamo, Arnulfo L.
8. Uba, Nelia S.
9. Zaballero, Isidra L.

PUNTOD:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Abian, Ernito D.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Babanto, Felixberta A.
2. Babanto, DeogeneS V.
3. Babanto, Rosita D.
4. Betonio, Nena B.
5. Dagoc, Ronel A.
6. Echano, Ma. Paz R.
7. Galendez, Menly D.
8. Odchigue, Rinnie, R.
9. Udalbe, Rodrigo A.
10. Vicente, Andie B.
11. Yamit, Leon D.

SAN ISDIRO:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Bayucot, Ramil L.
2. Odchigue, Simplicio G.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Bachanicha, Methodio B.
2. Baja, Cirilo S.
3. Baja, Juanito L.
4. Baja, Rhoumart A.
5. Calimpong, Rolan P.
6. Castino, Reynald B.
7. Cuarteros, Modesto B.
8. Dayadaya, Proculo D.
9. Galua, Jorge R.
10. Lapinoria, John A.
11. Lagunay, Angelito J.
12. Mondonedo, Leonardo F.
13. Odchigue, Rene B.
14. Tabamo, Roger B.

SAN JOSE:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Galochino, Reynaldo Y.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Abao, Beltran C.
2. Abao, Ricky A.
3. Balasabas, Roscel A.
4. Balatero, Generosa S.
5. Dagoc, Estefania G.
6. Dagoc, Lutgardo A.
7. Galochino, Raquel P.
8. Ignalig, Raffy N.
9. Licayan, Ian Cris M.
10. Pacuribot, Renie A.
11. Tabamo, Rutchille A.

SAN MIGUEL:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Cabantac, Michael P.
2. Ladica, Allan C.
3. Valdehueza, Pepito V.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Badilla, Ivy A.
2. Balana, Nilo G.
3. Cabantac, Anesia S.
4. Cabantac, Domingo A.
5. Cabantac, Lorenzo E.
6. Fabre, Rosalio T.
7. Gamos, Carlos J.
8. Jamero, Nelson V.
9. Kho, Ruby P.
10. Ladica, Delia G.
11. Ladica, Rico S.
12. Ranara, Felix C.
13. Ranara, Leonardo M.
14. Susi, Norma V.
15. Uba, Gregorio C.
16. Uba, Lizarito F.
17. Vicente, Nerio C.
18. Vicente, Victor C.

SAN ROQUE:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Fabre, Veronico D.
2. Jumalon, Necitas F.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Abing, Marina S.
2. Abuzo, Retchie T.
3. Ayuban, Rommel N.
4. Galendez, Ronald L.
5. Fabre, Edgar H.
6. Feniza, Eduardo L.
7. Gallardo, Armel L.
8. Jadman, Ophelia O.
9. Kho, Mannie Philip L.
10. Labadan, Arcadio J.
11. Maestrado, Antonino F.
12. Maestrado, Pedrito F.
13. Ozar, Charita L.
14. Pagaran, Elvie O.
15. Palmere, Florante E.
16. Portrias, Julito P.
17. Pradera, Martin, Jr. P.
18. Ranoco, Lydia S.
19. Sabal, Asterio Jr. M.
20. Salvaleon, Jorge F.

TUBOD:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Virtudazo, Gonzalita J.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Abao, Anita B.
2. Flores, Patrocenio W.
3. Grantuza, Purie Concepcion C.
4. Janio, Daisy M.
5. Jumalon, Malvin M.
6. Namocatcat, Jovencio A.
7. Ranara, Cecilio M.
8. Ranara, Jerome S.
9. Silda, Natividad D.
10. Tabamo, Alex V.
11. Vito, Agerica J.

TUPSAN PEQUENO:

For Punong Barangay:
1. Bayucot, Narciso Jr. C.
2. Cagadas, Marino A.
3. Denzo, Cirilo B.
4. Fabre, Nicolas C.

For Barangay Kagawad:
1. Aban, Edy L.
2. Bayucot, Alma B.
3. Bayucot, Eddie N.
4. Bayucot, Joseph P.
5. Batucot, Nestor N.
6. Canatoy, Emma G.
7. Cosare, Janice A.
8. Dagoc, Rosa A.
9. Dela Plaza, Lyndon C.
10. Fabiana, Ruperto L.
11. Fabe, Arnulfo Jr. M.
12. Labadan, Artemio B.
13. Naduma, Wilma M.
14. Visto, Celso A.

Mahinog Comelec bares list of candidates for Barangay, SK elections, four aspirants for barangay captain run unopposed

Mahinog, Camiguin - A TOTAL of 26 candidates have filed their certificates of candidacy (COC) for barangay captain, while 175 filed COCs for the position of barangay kagawad in thirteen barangays. Yesterday, up to midnight, was the last day for the filing of COCs for the barangay and SK elections set on Oct. 25, 2010.

For SK election, 25 filed COCs for SK chairman, while 126 filed for youth councilor.

According to Mahinog elections officer Winston M. Ebdalin, four incumbent barangay captains in the municipality are running unopposed. These include re-electionist Nestor Loor of Owakan, Ernito Abian of Pontod, Gonzalita Virtudazo of Tubod and Reynaldo Galochino of San Jose.

Mahinog Elections Officer Winston M. Ebdalin

Also, three aspirants for SK chairman run uncontested, Venusto Abao, Jr. of Catuhogan, Mary Sweetsell Lagunay of Hubangon and Ronalyn Rabongue of Owakan.

In Tupsan Pequeno, the four-cornered fight for barangay captain will be among incumbent barangay captain Marino Cagadas, Narciso Bayucot, Jr., Cirilo Denso and Nicolas Fabre.

In Catuhogan, incumbent chair Florida Dagasdas will face two other candidates former barangay captain Samuel Oclarit and Miguela Odchigue.

In San Isidro, incumbent barangay captain Ramil Bayucot will be challenged by Simplicio Odchigue.

In Hubangon, re-electionist barangay captain Epifanio Yamit will be opposed by by former barangay chair Joseph Yamit.

In Binaliwan, incumbent chair Jenie Galendez will be contested by Cleopas Pahit.

In Poblacion, incumbent chair Eutropia Co will be running against Dante Sabuero,

In San Roque, barangay chair Necitas Jumalon will be pitted against former barangay captain Veronico Fabre.

In Benoni, first barangay kagawad Eliseo Borromeo will be contested by Casiano Mabale.

In San Miguel, incumbent acting barangay chair Pepito Valdehueza will face two other candidates, Allan Ladica and Michael Cabantac.

Ebdalin said campaign period starts today October 14 and ends on October 23.

For the position of SK chairman in the municipality of Mahinog, the following are the candidates:

Poblacion:
1. Jane Rose B. Labadan
2. Dante A. Sabuero, Jr.

Benoni:
1. Rizza M. Jalit
2. Virgelio R. Jamito

Binaliwan:
1. Jared Ephraim Estrobo
2. Ar Clark R. Calamba
3. Ariel G. Galope

Catuhogan:
1. Venusto R. Abao, Jr.

Hubangon:
1. Mary Sweetsell B. Lagunay

Owakan:
1. Ronalyn T. Rabongue

Puntod:
1. Jan Neil U. Acero
2. Maurice Van T. Galendez

San Isidro:
1. Rackynel C. Bayucot
2. Gerlyn Mae S. Tabamo

San Jose:
1. Farley B. Abao
2. Kent Ian M. Licayan
3. Jesha E. Nahial

San Miguel:
1. Marvin M. Cabantac
2. Jaymar C. Jamito

3. Rico Jim A. Ranara

San Roque:
1. Shannon John T. Fabre
2. Jeffrey F. Lozada

Tubod:
1. Leinie T. Namocatcat
2. Noel A. Lomonsod

Tupsan Pequeno:
1. Rosil C. Dagoc
2. Rheymart A. Galapin

All ready and geared up for Kalanrakas sa Mahinog, Oct 18

MORE and more activities are lined up this year leading to the grand highlight for the 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival. In Mahinog, all are ready and geared up as the most colorful and lively Kalanrakas sa Kabataan municipal competition will once again converge in Mahinog, October 18.

To join this year’s edition are contingents from Pontod Elementary School, Mahinog CS, Benoni ES, Hubangon ES and Catuhogan ES. Winners will compete in the provincial level slated on October 23.

The following is the program of activities of Kalanrakas sa Mahinog 2010.

KALANRAKAS SA MAHINOG

31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival

Venue: Mahinog Outdoor Stage

October 18, 2010

PART I - 7:00 a.m. MOTORCADE

PART II - 8:30 a.m. STREET DANCING

PART III - 9:00 a.m. PROGRAM AND CONTEST PROPER

PROGRAM

National Anthem/Provincial Song –Ms. Violeta V. Legitimas

Invocation- MNHS selected students

Welcome Address- Vice Mayor Rogerio C. Acle

Introduction of the Board of Judges -Engr. Mary Jane B. Lagunay

Reading of Criteria - Chairman of the Board of Judges

CONTEST PROPER

Contingent # 1 –PONTOD ELEM. SCHOOL

Sponsors: - Pontod Brgy. Council - Owakan Brgy. Council - San Roque Brgy. Council

Contingent # 2 – MAHINOG CENTRAL SCHOOL

Sponsors: - Poblacion Brgy. Council - Tubod Brgy. Council

Contingent # 3 – HUBANGON ELEM. SCHOOL

Sponsors: - Hubangon Brgy. Council - San Jose Brgy. Council - Binaliwan Brgy. Council

Contingent # 4 – CATOHUGAN E.S., SAN ISIDRO E.S., MAPA E.S.

Sponsors: - Catohugan Brgy. Council - San Isidro Brgy. Council - Tupsan Pequeño Brgy. Council

Contingent # 5 – BENONI ELEM. SCHOOL

Sponsors: - San Miguel Brgy. Council - Benoni Brgy. Council

Message- Mayor Alex R. Jajalla

Festival Message- Gov. Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo

GRAND FINALE

FESTIVAL QUEEN SHOWDOWN

PROCLAMATION OF WINNERS

Ms. Florelyn Ladesma- Master of Ceremony

DFA to hold mobile passporting in Camiguin Oct. 21-22

OCTOBER 12, 2010, Mahinog, Camiguin -Applicants in the province of Camiguin need not go to Cagayan de Oro to get a passport as the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) passport services will be conducting its mobile passporting system in the province of Camiguin come October 21-22 at the Camiguin Tourism Center in Balbagon, Mambajao, municipal public employment office manager Elvera V. Capagngan announced today.

She said DFA will conduct its passport services together with the National Statistics Office (NSO) and National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to help facilitate the fast issuance of passports.

She said residents who are interested to avail of the service need to bring the required documents and application fee.

For first time applicants, they should have birth certificate in security paper (Secpa) or certified true copy of their birth certificate duly authenticated by the National Statistics Office (NSO), marriage certificate in Secpa or marriage contract from local civil registrar duly authenticated by the NSO, proper IDs expired or valid, and at least three copies of passport-sized photo with royal blue background and with a collar attire.

Those who will be renewing their passport need only to bring their old passport with photocopy of pages 1, 2 and last, at least three copies of passport size photo and with royal blue background and with a collar attire.

For minor applicants who are travelling with parents, they should present birth certificate in Secpa or birth certificate from LCR duly authenticated by the NSO, baptismal certificate, or School ID, personal appearance of either parent, original and photocopy of parent's passport, three copies passport-sized photo with royal blue background and with a collar attire.

For minors who are travelling unaccompanied by either parent, applicants should have birth certificate in Secpa or birth certificate from LCR duly authenticated by the NSO, baptismal certificate, or School ID, personal appearance of either parent, affidavit of support and consent indicating the name of traveling companion and relationship to the minor, DSWD clearance, original and photocopy of passport of travelling companion, and three copies passport-sized photo with royal blue background and attire with collar.

Capagngan reminded that personal appearance is a must for all applicants, first time or renewal, except when applicant is eight years old and below or mentally physically incapacitated.

An application fee of P750.00 will be charged per applicant.

The mobile passporting service will be sponsored by the Provincial Government in cooperation with the Public Employment Service Office (Peso) Provincial Federation in the province of Camiguin and Department of Labor and Employment Region X.

Camiguin gets GMA-7 as exclusive media partner for 31st Lanzones Fest

GMA-7 is the official and exclusive television network for the 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival on October 18-23, 2010, a source from the provincial tourism office confirmed today.

The lineup of activities include GMA 7 Kapuso Night on October 20, 8:00 a.m. at Camiguin Tourism Center.

According to GMA TV 12 Cagayan de Oro Sales and Marketing Representative Pinky Flor Y. Khu at a meeting today with Mahinog local officials, the festivity will be exclusively covered by GMA network and that a TV special to feature the 31st Lanzones Festival 2010 highlights will be telecast over GMA Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao and General Santos City.

Photo shows (l-r) GMA TV 12 Cagayan de Oro Sales and Marketing Representative Sheena Krist C. Lapoy, Mahinog Vice Mayor Rogerio C. Acle, GMA Sales and Marketing Representative Pinky Flor Y. Khu during a meeting today with local officials at the SB session hall (Photo by Homer R. Jajalla)

Mahinog Response 143 chosen as official entry to Doon Po Sa Amin Learning Challenge

THE Camiguin National High School (CNHS) has chosen 

Mahinog Response 143 as its official entry to this year's Doon Po Sa Amin Learning Challenge under emergency response and disaster preparedness category.

Doon Po Sa Amin (DPSA) is a project initiated by Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) under its corporate social responsibility program Kabalikat, and is aimed at encouraging teachers and students to use computer and Internet technologies to generate web-based information and educational materials about their respective communities. This project is in line with Smart’s thrust to promote information and communications technology (ICT) integration in basic education.

One of the end goals of the project is to generate and consolidate rich local content for the promotion and development of communities. A rich local content defines the community, and its people, culture, and society – thus the name "Doon Po Sa Amin," which literally means "in our place".

Mahinog Response 143 was chosen due to its efforts to promote local volunteerism including their role in mitigating disaster in the community over the past 8 years. (HRJ)

The entry entitled "Heroes of Our time" is now published on the web. Click this link: http://www.mysmartschools.ph/web/response143/index.html

Camiguin ready for its annual ‘Buahanan Festival’

Mahinog contingent performed their winning piece both in street dancing and tableau competitions last year

AS EARLY as September, boats leaving the island were filled with the sweet and luscious lanzones fruit which the locals fondly calls ‘buahan’.

Being acclaimed to be the sweetest, the island’s name not only spells wondrous views, cool waters and tourist spots but likewise rhymes with its own native fruit, lanzones.

Coming October 18-23 is a double treat for visitors as the island celebrates its 31st Lanzones Festival.

It will be in festive mode for the rest of the week, putting up well designed street poles, colorful banderitas (trimmings) and carriages decorated with lanzones fruits and leaves as a way of thanksgiving not only for the rich harvest but for the blessings that the townsfolk enjoy throughout the year.

Mahinog's Bea H. Reyes, 2009 Best in Festival Queen Individual Showdown winner (Photo by Homer R. Jajalla)

Early on the week, each town will alternately hold a street dancing competition called Kalanrakas, a vibrant display of dances in lanzones inspired costumes.

The festival grand opening is set on the 18th highlighted by a ribbon cutting ceremony of the festival trade fair dubbed as UGMAD 2010. UGMAD showcases the island’s best products from the agricultural sector, arts and crafts, fashion accessories, food, furniture, gifts and house wares, organic and natural products in the island.

The center of celebration will be at the Camiguin Tourism Center where various presentations would be showcased from food, local skills, technical sessions, indigenous games and dances.

October 23, Saturday will be full of lively and colorful extravaganza of cultural dances in their tableau and street dancing competition. (Jorie C. Valcorza / PIA 10)

2010 Camiguin Lanzones Festival kicks off in Sagay October 6

Sagay Central School's Mary Rotsen Almonia, Sagay Kalanrakas sa Kabataan Festival Queen winner (Photo by Homer R. Jajalla)

Sagay, Camiguin, October 6, 2010 – The 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival kicks off in Sagay, Camiguin today with the Kalanrakas sa Kabataan preliminary competitions (municipal level).

This year's Lanzones Festival, an annual event to celebrate the abundant harvest of the Lanzones, is scheduled this coming October 18 - 24, 2010.

Sagay Kalanrakas sa Kabataan winners were: 1st place-Manuyog Elementary School; 2nd place-Bugang Elementary School. Both schools will compete at the provincial level on October 23 in Mambajao.

Sagay Central School Mary Rotsen Almonia was adjudged Kalanrakas sa Kabataan Festival Queen for Sagay.

Kalanrakas sa Kabataan, a charivari and street dancing contest, is open to all barangays, pupils of the complete elementary levels from public schools in the province. A contingent is composed of fifty dancers, excluding costumed-percussionists not exceeding fifteen members. Percussion instruments must be made of hallowed bamboo, locally known as kulatong, or any gallon-sized empty tin cans covered with ordinary plastic as drum head in one end and open on the other end. Costumes must be made of indigenous materials i.e., dry banana leaves, dry corn leaves or stalks, coco leaves and that lanzones, artificially or realistically made, should be emphasized in the costume and hand-held props.

The next Kalanrakas sa Kabataan municipal competitions will be held in Mahinog, October 18 and in Catarman and Guinsiliban, October 19.

Here's the Lanzones Festival 2010 Schedule of Activities:

October 18, 2010 (Monday)

1:30 P.M. Pictorials Mutya sa Buahanan (Miss Camiguin Tourism 2010) Venue: Provincial Capitol Swimming Pool 2:00 P.M.

Grand Opening Ceremonies Part 1: 31st Camiguin Lanzones Festival Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

Part 2: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies (UGMAD) Viewing of Exhibits

8:00 P.M. Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents “San Miguel Oktoberfest” Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 19, 2010 (Tuesday)

2:00 P.M. Music & Kabog Showdowns Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

8:00 P.M. Mutya sa Buahanan Pre-Pageant (Talents’ night, Swinsuit Presentation & Awarding of Corporate Awards Venue: Guinsiliban Gymnasium

8:00 P.M. Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents “San Miguel Oktoberfest” Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 20, 2010 (Wednesday)

9:00 A.M. Kalanrakas sa Mambajao Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

1:30 P.M. Festival King & Queen Showdown and Diwata Showdown Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

8:00 P.M. GMA 7 Kapuso Night Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 21, 2010 (Thursday)

8:00 P.M. Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents “San Miguel Oktoberfest” Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

October 22, 2010 (Friday) 8:00 P.M. Mutya sa Buahanan 2010 Beauty Pageant (Miss Camiguin Tourism) Venue: Old Municipal Building

October 23, 2010 (Saturday)

8:00 A.M. Inter-Agency Street Dancing Category Venue: From Old Parola Wharf to Poblacion Barangay Hall

Kalanrakas Sa Kabataan (Charivari – Street Dancing) Venue: From Provincial Plaza to Camiuin Tourism Center

Awarding Ceremonies: Kalanrakas Sa Kabataan Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

1:30 P.M. Inter-Agency Ground Presentation Category Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

5:00 P.M. Awarding Ceremonies: Street Dancing & Ground Presentation Categories Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

8:00 P.M. Buahanan sa Ugmad Presents “San Miguel Oktoberfest” Venue: Camiguin Tourism Center

Manuyog's Jan Malou Segun, Sagay Kalanrakas sa Kabataan Festival Queen 1st runner up (Photo by Homer R. Jajalla)

Investigation into ship grounding sought

Shuttle Ferry 1

October 4, 2010 - The Municipal Council of Mahinog today called for an investigation as to why MV Shuttle ferry 1 ran aground in Benoni channel past 1 p.m. yesterday, October 3.

This after Councilor Rey Lawrence K. Tan delivered a privilege speech at this morning's session of the municipal council, calling for a legislative action to avoid repetition of yesterday's incident.

MV Shuttle Ferry 1, a roll-on roll-off passenger and cargo vessel owned by Asian Marine Transport had just left the Port of Benoni and was headed Balingoan when the incident happened, according to Councilor Tan.

"All the passengers were safe," Tan said. "All the passengers were rescued by ML Hijos," he added.

He said a sister vessel MV Shuttle Ferry 11 all the way from Balingoan towed the grounded ship back to the port of Benoni, where rolling cargoes carried on the grounded ship were to be unloaded.

Tan

He said all the passengers suffered more than inconvenience and that passengers with their rolling cargoes (vehicles) had to wait until 8 p.m. to be finally transported to port of Balingoan.

In a resolution moved by Councilor Erlindo G. Bequilla, chairman of the committee on public order and safety, seconded by Councilor Jonard B. Labadan, the council called the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) to suspend MV Shuttle Ferry 1's operation for the meantime until the investigation is complete.

The resolution stated there is a need for Marina, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to conduct an investigation as to the cause of the grounding to avoid similar incident in the future, which could endanger the safety of the riding public.

The council also called on Marina and other agencies to impose sanctions necessary against shipping company to avoid repetition of the incident.

"We believe that, as a matter of standard operating procedure, MV Shuttle Ferry 1 should not be allowed to operate for the meantime until the authority determines the cause of the incident," the councilors said in a two-page resolution.

The vessel will also have to be inspected to determine its seaworthiness, if the safety management system was followed and whether or not damage was done on the environment, the resolution added.

Ships are following the International Safety Management Code to ensure safety at sea and prevent damage to the environment.

The resolution was addressed to Marianito D. Mendoza, Regional Director, Marina, Regional Office X, Phase II, Port Area, Cagayan de Oro City.

Efren B. Bollozos, Port Manager, Port Management Office, PPA, Port Area, Macabalan, Cagayan de Oro City.

Commodore Eduardo B. Gongona, Commander, Coast Guard Districts Northern Mindanao (CGDNM), Corrales Extension, Macabalan, Cagayan De Oro.

LGU Mahinog gives visitors from LGU Ubay a warm welcome

Mahinog Mayor Alex R. Jajalla (left) shakes hand with Ubay Mayor Eutiquio M. Bernales Sr. (right) during a welcoming ceremony tendered by Mahinog LGU to the visiting officials and employees of the LGU Ubay, Bohol, October 1, 2010.

MAHINOG Mayor Alex R. Jajalla has led local officials today in giving a warm welcome to the visiting officials and employees from the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Ubay, Bohol led by Mayor Eutiquio M. Bernales Sr.

About 140 local officials and employees from the municipality of Ubay are in the province of Camiguin for a 3-day Employees' Family Day and Learning Tour in line with this year's Family Week Celebration pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 60-1992 which declared the last week of September as the National Family Week to promote and strengthen the Filipino family.

In a simple welcoming ceremony at the Municipal Council's Session Hall, Jajalla emphasized the ancestral familial ties between the two municipalities. He said the two municipalities are bound by certain family ties because most of the inhabitants in the municipality of Mahinog have Boholano ancestry.

"I am happy to note that ancestral kinship and heritage between our municipalities have been further deepened and developed by our continued friendship and cooperation between our LGUs," Jajalla said.

For his part, Vice Mayor Rogerio Cagas Acle who said his paternal and maternal ancestors came from Bohol, also expressed his thanks to the officials of Ubay for the warm welcome and overwhelming hospitality they accorded to the municipal officials of Mahinog when they visited Ubay in August last year.

Vice Mayor Rogerio C. Acle

The province Camiguin is known to be heavily populated by Boholanos who traced their roots from Bohol.

Bohol and Camiguin is presently linked with a roro ferry service plying Jagna and Balbagon. There is also a fast craft that serves Cagayan-Camiguin-Bohol route.