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Consolacion is no stranger to progress. From a quiet municipality to one of Cebu's busiest urban centers, its growth has...
28/10/2025

Consolacion is no stranger to progress. From a quiet municipality to one of Cebu's busiest urban centers, its growth has been nothing short of rapid. But for Hon. Teresa Alegado, the focus isn't just on expansion - it's on how that growth is being managed.

Mayor Alegado outlined the municipality's bold steps toward smart urban planning: expanding land for institutional and commercial use, resolving right-of-way issues for the new international container port, and exploring long-term traffic solutions like a skyway or LRT connection to Talisay.

While other towns struggle to keep up with urban sprawl, Consolacion is moving differently - putting systems and foresight ahead of speed. Alegado's administration is also investing in digital governance, bringing services online and cutting red tape for residents and investors alike.

But growth isn't just measured in building and roads. It's seen in how a community adapts - how it protects its people while attracting new opportunities. And in that sense, Consolacion's development isn't just fast; it's deliberate, inclusive, and transparent.

From managing informal settlements to protecting coastal areas from unregulated reclamation, the message is clear: progress should never come at the cost of sustainability or integrity.

👉 Keep watching Consolacion rise - smarter, fairer, and stronger. Because real development isn't just about how far we go, but how well we plan to get there.

In the aftermath of Cebu's recent calamities, recovery isn't just about putting up new structures - it's about putting p...
28/10/2025

In the aftermath of Cebu's recent calamities, recovery isn't just about putting up new structures - it's about putting people back where they can live safely and start again.

During our press briefing, Hon. Celestino "Tining" Martinez III laid out the province's plan to prioritize those most affected: families whose homes were totally destroyed will be first in line for relocation, while those with partial damage will receive repair assistance to help them rebuild faster.

It's a system rooted in fairness and practicality - making sure tht help goes where it's needed most, while still supporting those who can recover on their own with a little boost. For Martinez, the goal isn't just to relocate people; it's to restore lives, livelihoods, and a sense of security for communities that lost everything overnight.

This approach shows the province's shift toward more data-driven, compassionate governance - one that recognizes the difference between relief and recovery, and the balance between urgency and equity. Behind every damaged home is a family with stories, hopes, and plans that deserve to be rebuilt with care.

As rehabilitation continues, the province's message is clear: no family left behind, no home overlooked. Every action, every allocation, and every decision must move Cebu closer to a safer, more prepared tomorrow.

When the dust settles after every calamity, the real work begins - rebuilding, reassessing, and relearning. For Hon. Est...
27/10/2025

When the dust settles after every calamity, the real work begins - rebuilding, reassessing, and relearning. For Hon. Ester Co**ha, progress doesn't end with response; it continues with reflection.

During our recent press briefing, she spoke about the importance of evaluating what truly works on the ground - from coordination systems to relief distribution - and how these lessons can guide stronger disaster response in the future. In her words, recovery isn't just about fixing what's broken, but improving what's alredy working.

Cebu's barangays have long been the first responsers - the frontliners who face every crisis head-on, often with limited resources but unlimited heart. And it's in those moments, Co**ha reminds, that local governments learn the most: which protocols help, which systems lag, and which partnerships truly matter.

This kind of leadership doesn't wait for perfect systems, it builds better ones from experience. It's grounded, humble, and practical - the kind of governance that listens, learns, and leads by doing.

As Cebu pushes forward with its rehabilitiation programs, Co**ha's message resonates across every district: real progress comes from self-assessment and accountability. Learning from the past isn't a sign of weakness - it's the mark of a government that genuinely wants to serve better.

👉 Support smarter governance. Stay engaged with your barangay programs, ask questions, and take part in local initiatives that turn lessons into long-term change.

In a time when public service is constantly under scrutiny, Hon. Teresa Alegado reminds us that transparency isn't just ...
26/10/2025

In a time when public service is constantly under scrutiny, Hon. Teresa Alegado reminds us that transparency isn't just buzzword - it's a daily responsibility.

During our recent press briefing, Alegado shared how Consolacion has made major steps toward digital governance: income reports made public, contracts under tighter review, and transactions that can now be tracked online. For her, these aren't optional - they're essential to building a government that people can actually trust.

In an age where corruption stories often dominate headlines, Consolacion's model stands out. By blacklisting unreliable contractors and pushing city services online, the local government doesn't just promise change - it shows it. This shift from paperwork to platforms means fewer delays, fewer middlemen, and more accountability at every level.

Her leadership sends a strong message across Cebu: honesty doesn't slow progress - it sustains it. Transparency is what keeps local governments grounded and residents informed. When people can see where their taxes go, they're more likely to support programs that truly serve the community.

The province is watching, and other LGUs are taking ntoes. Because when transparency becomes habit, trust becomes culture - and that's the kind of governance Cebu needs to move forward.

👉 Stay informed. Support open governance in your barangay and city. Transparency isn't just the job of leaders - it's the right of every citizen.

In every disaster, there's always that moment of waiting - waiting for reports, waiting for supplies, waiting for coordi...
26/10/2025

In every disaster, there's always that moment of waiting - waiting for reports, waiting for supplies, waiting for coordination. But as Hon. Celestino Martinez emphasized during our press briefing, Cebu can't always afford to wait.

When calamities strike, the damage doesn't pause until help arrives. Roads crumble, families lose homes, and livelihoods are disrupted in real time. For Martinez, this is where leadership at the provincial level must step up - not as a backup, but as the front line of recovery.

His message cuts through the usual red tape: the province should have the capacity, systems, and confidence to manage its own rehabilitation. National agencies play a vital role, yes - but waiting for coordination shouldn't mean delaying action. Cebu's local government units have the experience and proximity to respond fast; what they need is empowerment, clear communication, and resources to match their urgency.

The recent calamity has shown how strong Cebuanos are, but it also revealed how dependent some systems still are on outside support. Martinez's call is a challenge - to build a province that leads its own recovery plans, strengthens local mechanisms, and ensures that help moves as fast as the need.

In every sense, it's a wake-up call: preparedness starts with self-reliance. From barangays up to the Capitol, leadership means not just responding - but anticipating.

👉 Now is the time for proactive governance. Let's support initiatives that equip our local responders, strengthen our provincial systems, and ensure that when the next crisis hits, Cebu is ready - not waiting.

In moments of crisis, the loudest voices are often the ones asking: kang kinsa'ng sala? But for many barangay leaders ac...
25/10/2025

In moments of crisis, the loudest voices are often the ones asking: kang kinsa'ng sala? But for many barangay leaders across Cebu, the more important question is, unsa may atong makat-unan ani?

During the our recent press briefing, Hon. Ester Co**ha, Barangay Captain of Barangay Calamba, reminded everyone that rebuilding isn't just about roads and bridges - it's also about restoring trust, coordination, and readiness from the ground up.

After the earthquake and the continuing aftershocks, barangay officials have been working double time - assessing damages, coordinating relief, and guiding displaced families. They're the first to face the residents asking for help, and often, the last to leave the site when everyone else has gone home.

That's why Co**ha's message hit home: instead of trading blame, let's turn every gap into a lesson. Each challenge, whether it's slow coordination or missing resources, shows us where the system can do better. Every barangay is different, pare pareho ug tumong - to protect lives and help communities recover faster.

Her tone wasn't defensive, but grounded. It's the kind of leadership that listens before it speaks, that plans before it reacts. In a time when accountability is often mistaken for fault-finding, her reminder is clear - learning is leadership, and cooperation is the only way forward.

As Cebu prepares its 2026 recovery and barangay development plans, her words echo a bigger truth: ang kaluwasan sa katawhan magsugod gyud sa barangay. The strength of the city and the province depends on how well our smallest units work together - with clarity, transparency, and compassion.

👉 Now's the time to stay involved. Support your barangay's initiatives, stay updated with recovery programs, and be part of rebuilding a stronger, more prepared Cebu.

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Happy Birthday to a rare gem ,a PR girl, journalist, and true public servant!Your words shape stories, your heart serves...
25/10/2025

Happy Birthday to a rare gem ,a PR girl, journalist, and true public servant!

Your words shape stories, your heart serves people, and your presence inspires both the newsroom and the community. May this year bring you more meaningful victories, unshakable peace, and the recognition you truly deserve.

Keep shining with purpose, grace, and grit the world needs more women like you. 🌸🎙️✨

Another great session! We've concluded another edition of the Cebu Press Club Weekly Media Briefing. What was your main ...
24/10/2025

Another great session! We've concluded another edition of the Cebu Press Club Weekly Media Briefing. What was your main takeaway?

24/10/2025

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24/10/2025

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Today, Cebu speaks - and our leaders answer.The morning after another long night of aftershocks, power interruptions, he...
24/10/2025

Today, Cebu speaks - and our leaders answer.

The morning after another long night of aftershocks, power interruptions, heavy thunderstorms, and endless community check-ins, Cebu is once again reminded of one thing: resilience doesn't start from government offices - it begins with people who refuse to give up.

But for our strength to last, it needs direction. It needs leadership that listens.

That's what today is about.

Today, we do more than just survive. We ask, unsaon nato pagbangon nga mas lig-on, mas andam, ug mas tinuod nga makabati ang tanan sa tabang?

At 10:00 AM, we go live with Hon. Celestino "Tining" Martinez III, Hon. Teresa "Nene" Alegado, and Hon. Ester G. Co**ha - leaders who have been out on the ground these past weeks, facing the same chaos, answering the same cries for help, and making the tough calls when it matters most.

This isn't just a press briefing. It's a conversation about hope and accountability. Kay kung magtinabangay ang barangay, lungsod, ug syudad - di lang ta makarecover, maka-level up pa ta.

Kung naa kay pangutana, isulti na karon. If di ka maka attend live, comment it below or send it to us - we'll make sure it reaches our guests.

👉 Tune in LIVE today, October 24 | 10:00AM–12:00NN
📍 Watch on Facebook and TV via CCTN 47 , or radio via Radyo One Cebu 90.1FM

Kay ang tinuod nga pagbangon sa Cebu magsugod sa usa ka pangutana - ug sa usa ka tingog nga andam maminaw.

While the city sleeps, thousands are still at work - keeping the economy alive. For Kyle Enero, that's the story of the ...
23/10/2025

While the city sleeps, thousands are still at work - keeping the economy alive.

For Kyle Enero, that's the story of the 1.9 million BPO employees across the country.

While most of us rest through the night, they take the calls, solve the problems, close the deals - and make sure businesses keep moving even when the world outside is quiet.

It's easy to forget that the glow from those office towers at 2AM means something deeper: sacrifice, discipline, and resilience. Behind every report sent before dawn is someone missing another family dinner, pushing through exhaustion, or drinking their third cup of coffee just to stay sharp.

And yet, despite being one of the strongest pillars of our economy, many of them still face unsafe work setups, unrealistic expectations, and the pressure to show up - rain, quake, or storm.

That's why Enero continues to raise his voice - reminding employers, policymakers, and the public that productivity should never come before people's safety and well-being.

They're not just "night shifters." They're the reason the gears of our economy never stop turning.

💬 Unsa’y imong maingon sa atong mga BPO workers nga nagpabilin lig-on bisan pa sa kalisod?
Drop your words of appreciation below — kay ang ilang trabaho, dili lang “support,” kundi service to the nation. 🌙💻

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