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The Innovators, Guinobatan, Calapan (2025)

31/07/2025

𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 | Ngiting Naiwan sa Hangin
𝘞𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘔𝘢. 𝘈𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢 𝘈𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘴𝘰

Isang mainit na hapon. Nakisilong muna sa isang waiting shed, kalawangin ang bubong, bitak-bitak ang semento, may bakas ng pagod sa bawat sulok. Sa may bakuran, nakakabit pa rin ang tarpaulin ng isang lisensyadong nurse. Matagal na ‘yon doon. Kupas na ang mukha pero bakas pa rin ang ngiti, maliwanag ang ngiti nung nurse. Kasing liwanag ng bagong bukas na inaasahang dadatnan niya.

Hindi yun dumating. Nagsinungaling ba siya? Hindi ko na alam. Basta, hindi mo rin siya masisisi. Lahat ng pangangarap ay naguumpisa sa kamusmusan ng mga hangal. Pagkatapos nun, saka mo lang makikita ang katotohonan na 'di pala ganun kadali ang buhay. May napakalaking agwat pala na pumapagitan sa mga pangarap natin at sa realidad na ginagalawan natin. At parating huli na nating napagtatanto ang agwat na yun. Minsan, kailangan pa nating mahulog do'n para magising tayo.

May klasmeyt ako dati sa hayskul. Maganda boses. Idol niya si Taylor Swift. Nung tinanong kami isa-isa ano gusto namin maging paglaki, proud na proud siyang sumagot na magiging isa siyang sikat na pop superstar. Nagkita kami kahapon sa Jollibee. Nilista niya mga order ko kasi ang haba ng pila sa counter. Hindi ko alam anong nangyari sa buhay niya. Hindi ko din alam kung may plano pa din ba siyang maging pop superstar. Gusto ko siyang tanungin tungkol do'n. Naniniwala pa rin ba siya do'n? Kinakati pa rin ba siya sa gabi ng pangarap na yun?

Pero, 'di lumabas sa bibig ko ang mga tanong.

Mga walang kwentang bagay lang ang napagusapan namin. Tsaka mabilis lang din kasi nilista niya nga yung order ko.

Sabi nila libre lang mangarap. Sabi ko naman, sinabi lang nila 'yan kasi takot sila sa katotohanan na hindi libreng mangarap. Parating may hinihinging kapalit ang maiingay na hinaing ng puso. Ultimo ang 'di pag sunod do'n ay pagbabayaran mo din. Kaya naman ang taas ng paglipad ng pangarap mo, ay pagbabayaran mo ng sakit, sa sandaling mahuhulog ka sa katotohanang 'di ka pala nakakalipad.

Kaya matapang ang sinumang nangangarap.

Gusto kong mag-tirik ng kandila at maglagay ng bulaklak sa puntod ng yumaong 'di na natin masisilayan pa. Pero, wala akong makitang puntod.

𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭—This collection embodies the true spirit of journalism: an unwavering pursuit of truth, a commitment to public service, and the courage to turn pen into power. We invite you to explore our takes on current issues through a diverse range of content, including comics, sports editorials, opinion pieces, and feature articles, all crafted to spark conversation and promote public discourse.

29/07/2025

Yung totoo, okay ka kang ba?

28/07/2025

To our amazing cartoonist, who makes our page cool,
Your drawings and words are always the rule.
Every line you draw makes our stories fun,
Turning boring news into something for everyone.
With comic strips that make us all smile,
You're the best at what you do, by a mile.
From making ideas to putting them on the page,
You're the best of pictures, on every stage.

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝘂𝘆𝗮!

25/07/2025

𝐊𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚 | 𝐈𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧
"Yugto" ni ANAA

Nakatitig ako sa huling pahina ng aking tala-arawan. Basa pa ang tinta—naitulo ko’y luha. ‘Yun na lang ang natitira sa akin: mga alaala sa papel, mga kataga’t guhit na ako lang ang nakakaintindi. Sa likod ko, ang silid kung saan ako lumaki—may posters na kupas, medalya na ‘di ko na alam kung bakit ko pinaghirapan, bintana na dati’y tila kulang sa laki para sa mga pangarap kong masyadong malaki.

Sa harap? Wala. O baka wala pa lang pangalan.

Ayoko sa salitang “pagbabago.” Masyadong malinis para sa sakit nitong pasan ko. Akala ko, ang pagtatapos ay wakas na may kasamang palakpakan. Pero walang gumaganap ng direktor. Walang “cut.” Nakatayo lang ako, nag-aabang, natutong huminga sa pagitan ng takot.

Naglalakad ako sa mga kalsada ng aming lungsod na parang museong puno ng alaala. Si Mang Romy sa karinderya. ‘Yung lumang bookstore na madalas ay may amoy ng alikabok. Pati ang tunog ng jeep na tila musika noon—ngayon ay paalala na lang ng lahat ng bersyon ko na nawala: ang masigasig, ang punong-puno ng ideyalismo, ang batang babae na akala’y alam na ang lahat.

Pero ngayong wala na ang eskwela, bawat balita ng trabaho ay parang salamin—hindi ko kilala ang repleksyon. Bawat plano ay parang eksenang ginagampanan ko lang. At sa tuwing tinatanong ako ng kamag-anak, “Ano na ang balak mo ngayon?” pakiramdam ko ay tinutusok ako ng katotohanang pilit kong tinatago: hindi ko alam.

Hindi ko alam.

Minsan, naiisip ko ang kinabukasan bilang pasilyong punô ng saradong pinto. Ang ilan ay may kandado. Ang iba may nakasulat, pero ‘di ko mabasa. May isa na may pangalan ko… pero mali ang baybay, o natakpan ng pintura, o baka hindi sa akin ‘yon. Pero naglalakad pa rin ako. Hindi dahil matapang ako—kundi dahil wala na akong babalikan kundi mga alingawngaw.

At marahil, ‘yan ang kahulugan ng yugto. Hindi ito simula, hindi rin wakas. Isa itong pagitan—sa sakit at liwanag. Isa itong paghinga, kahit magulo. Isa itong pagyakap sa hinanap, kahit ‘di sigurado.

Kaya ngayong gabi, kasama ko ang lungkot. Hindi bilang kaaway, kundi bilang paalala na sinusubukan ko pa rin. Na kahit hindi ako sigurado, naniniwala akong may silbi ang kawalan. Na baka masaktan pa ako, oo—pero baka mamulaklak din ang di inaasahan.

At marahil, sapat na ‘yon—sa ngayon.

𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘔𝘪𝘢 𝘝𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢 𝘋𝘦𝘭 𝘙𝘦𝘺

24/07/2025

𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐒𝐀 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 | Oriental Mindoro continues to experience moderate to heavy rains caused by the Southwest Monsoon, bringing serious flooding and landslide risks. The area remains under a Red Warning due to these hazardous conditions.

Tropical Storm “Emong” has shifted its path westward toward the Ilocos Region and no longer poses a direct threat to Oriental Mindoro. Despite this, the monsoon rains enhanced by the storm’s moisture will persist throughout the day.

Residents are advised to stay alert and prepared for possible flash floods and landslides, especially in low-lying and mountainous areas. Keep updated with the latest warnings and advisories.

For your safety, avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rains and always follow instructions from local authorities.

Sources: PAGASA-DOST Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 35 and Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 6 (5:00 AM, July 24, 2025).

23/07/2025

𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬

Your thoughts, your voice, and your stories—this series is set to welcome your every unsaid feelings and perspectives. City Collegians, this is our version of freedom wall - your open space for your loud thoughts about anything and everything, every Wednesday.

23/07/2025

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | Class suspension across all levels on July 24 In light of persistent rainfall, both Malacañang and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) have declared a nationwide suspension of classes and government work tomorrow, Thursday, July 24, 2025, with Oriental Mindoro among the affected provinces.

𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘥𝘳𝘺, 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥!

📌 Source:
https://www.facebook.com/share/16r4W9e6bM/

23/07/2025

𝐖𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | July 23, 2025, 11:00 AM

Tropical Depression Dante and the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) continue to bring moderate to heavy rains over MIMAROPA, including Oriental Mindoro. These conditions may cause possible flooding and landslides in low-lying and mountainous areas. Residents are urged to stay alert and take necessary precautions.

For full details and updates, visit:

pagasa.dost.gov.ph/weather.

https://www.facebook.com/share/174KSx6PTG/

22/07/2025

𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧

Walang----

sa mga magaling lang sa umpisa

21/07/2025

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐧, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭

Forget the crowds. Forget the noise. In this haunting stillness, a lone man finds his power. The only illumination comes from a single lamppost, piercing the abyss. It’s a stark reminder: true strength isn't found in numbers, but in the profound, often chilling, journey of standing alone.

𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘵 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘯 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘰𝘳

This is Silay, a captivating photo exhibition that pays homage to the collective vision of our publication's photojournalists. Here, through the masterful artistry of our photographers, we extend an invitation to witness the enchantment of storytelling through the lens. Each photograph stands as a testament to their storytelling prowess, a window into the world as seen through their eyes. Get set to explore the essence of human experiences, one frame after another.

19/07/2025

Through shutter clicks and silent frames, you capture truth that bears no names. With each montage stitched and crafted tight, your edits echo stories kept in sight.

You frame not just faces—but feeling and fight, making moments last beyond the light. Your vision’s bold, your angles smart, and relevance lives in every art.

In every frame you leave your mark, A spark that endures beyond the dark— 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆❟ 𝗚𝗲𝘇𝗲𝗿—𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲❟ 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲!

18/07/2025

LOOK | CCC Student-Leaders officially take oath, ready for service

City College of Calapan holds the oath-taking ceremony for its newly elected Student Parliament officers, department and organization officers, July 18.

The program began with opening remarks from the College Administrator, Dr. Ronald F. Cantos, who commended the officers for taking on the role of being leaders. He inspired the new leaders by referencing the song "Next in Line,” emphasizing that they are the future leaders who will shape the institution’s path forward.

City Mayor Doy C. Leachon delivered an inspirational message, expressing his gratitude for seeing Calapan’s youth, especially the scholars of the institution, gain knowledge in leadership. He highlighted the institution’s role in preparing these young leaders. “Preparedness comes only with education,” he said, urging the officers to take an active role in shaping the future of the institution and the community itself.

Led by Mayor Doy C. Leachon, the newly elected officers took their oath, pledging their commitment to serve the institution and their fellow students.

The event also included a general meeting and action MAP led by Ma’am Sherly Jane F. Mayores, RL, MLIS, Director of Student Affairs and Alumni Services. During this session, the calendar of events for the semester was presented. To ensure that all projects and activities will benefit the entire student body, upcoming student-led initiatives from each department and organization were strategically planned.

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