People and Culture

Last night, I was browsing Reddit and I came across a thread wherein on Bisaya student was asking for help on how he can alight a jeep. He is currently here in Iloilo City for college and while boarding one time, he said “Para Lang” but the driver did not […]

Emergency contact numbers are crucial. They are equipped to respond quickly and efficiently to various emergencies, like natural disasters, accidents, public health crises, and security threats. Having dedicated emergency contact numbers ensures that individuals can quickly reach the appropriate authorities to report incidents and request assistance. Report Any Drug Related […]

Violin virtuoso Gilopez Lopez Kabayao’s unparalleled feats will resonate deeply with young Ilonggo aspirants now more than ever following the artist’s official nomination in the “Order of the National Artist.” The City Government recently firmed up Kabayao’s nomination through a resolution by the Iloilo City Local Culture and Arts Council […]

The Iloilo provincial government is again calling for interested applicants to its Iskolar sang Iloilo Program (ISIP). ISIP is a four/five-year college scholarship implemented by the Iloilo Provincial Government through Executive Order No. 20 Series of 1996 which aims to assist poor but deserving students in the Province by providing […]

Hindi pag pangitaa sa buho sang donut ang kanamit. Kinahanglan may buho ang donut para nga tuod nga donut. Kay kung wala buho, hindi donut. Pero wala sa buho sang donut ang kanamit. Ang dough sa tunga, ginkuha para himuon nga iban nga donut. Ang kanamit sang buho nga ginapangita […]

EB Magalona is the namesake of Enrique B. Magalona, a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. Previously known as the town of Saravia, it was renamed in honor of Enrique B. Magalona, a former senator. The name E.B. Magalona has become more popular because this is where F.F. […]

As part of the 123rd Semana sang Iloilo and the 12th anniversary of the Old Iloilo Facebook Group, ‘PA-AMBIT’ offered a captivating afternoon of short talks exploring the vibrant tapestry of Iloilo’s history and culture. With a thriving community of over 57,000 members (and counting!), the Old Iloilo Facebook Group […]

Mango season is here! All roads lead to Guimaras for the famous Manggahan Festival, a deliciously vibrant two-week festival that pays homage to the world-renowned and sweetest mangoes. Every year, the Provincial Government of Guimaras has a long list of activities for both local and foreign visitors to enjoy. The […]

The USWAG Scholarship Program is part of Iloilo City’s W.H.E.E.L.S. roadmap (Welfare, Health, Environment, Education, Livelihood, Sustainability) under Education. Under the program, qualified beneficiaries get P5, 000 cash assistance per semester. To inspire the Uswag scholars to strive more with excellence, the City Mayor gives out cash incentive for those […]

Manggahan 2024 will be on May 3-22, 2024. Here is the line-up of activities for this year: