Sparks of Tomorrow: AI-in-a-Box Ignites Provincial Power!

COURTESY: Misamis Oriental Provincial Information Office 

The Generous Handover

PLDT and Smart Communications Inc. rocked the Provincial Capitol on Thursday, June 25, 2026, with an awesome AI-IN-A-BOX PACKAGE DONATED TO PLDT & SMART IN THE CAPITOL. They handed over a laptop, smartphone, SMART 5G WiFi device, and a full year of ChatGPT Premium.  

Robby Alampay, PLDT’s Public Engagement Head, shared their vision to empower local governments through AI and new technology.  

Empowering the Future

Lahat tayo gumagamit na ng AI, so leaders must now tackle it strategically. AI-in-a-Box is an initiative of PLDT & Smart Communications Inc. to help people use Artificial Intelligence productively for work and businesses.  

Selected Capitol employees already completed their first training last month. PMIS Head Candido Balaba thanked the donors warmly, while PMIS keeps the gear to boost staff training. This move perfectly supports Governor Juliette Uy’s BANGON agenda for faster, transparent government services.  

Jollibee Buzzes In: Tawi-Tawi’s Tastiest Adventure Sparks Joy!

COURTESY: Jollibee 

A Joyful Milestone Blooms

A joyful milestone is on the horizon for Tawi-Tawi!  Today, we celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony of Jollibee Bongao. We cheer as this exciting project takes shape and brings smiles everywhere.  

Moreover, locals gather with huge excitement. They watch the first steps unfold and feel the energy rise instantly.  

Sweet Opportunities Ahead

Today, we celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony of Jollibee Bongao, bringing us one step closer to serving the people of Tawi-Tawi with the joy and sarap they deserve. Families already dream of crispy Chickenjoy and sweet treats nearby.  

More than a new store, Jollibee Bongao Tawi-Tawi represents new opportunities, local growth, and our commitment to bringing joyful moments closer to more Filipinos across the country. We build stronger communities together.  

Klarex's Fin-tastic Leap: P60M Dive into Oro's Epic Fish Future!

COURTESY: Cagayan de Oro  City Information Office.

Big Waves of Progress Hit Cagayan de Oro

Mayor Rolando ‘Klarex’ Uy’s team steps up big time as the **KLAREX ADMIN COMMITS P60-M FOR ORO FISH COMPLEX PROJECT**. City Hall pledges ₱60-million as equity counterpart to fuel this exciting Fisheries Complex Development Project. 

During a lively courtesy visit on Tuesday, June 23, World Bank and BFAR-10’s FishCore team dropped by, and Mayor Klarex delivered the great news with energy. Officials from the City Agricultural Productivity Office (APOO) and the Technical Working Group (TWG) joined the buzz, all focused on the massive P381 million project rising in Barangay Bonbon.

Sustainable Splash for Local Heroes

The APOO now leads a thorough review to ensure everything aligns with environmental and social standards. They aim to transform the area into a truly sustainable and eco-friendly fisheries hub that locals will love for years.

Transitioning smoothly to the future, Mayor Rolando ‘Klarex’ Uy shows strong commitment. His administration actively builds modern fisheries infrastructure packed with a fish landing center, processing plant, cold storage, ice plant, docking quay, pier, fuel depot, and administration building. This bold move promises to boost the local economy and create waves of opportunity!