Lighting Up Fresh Starts: Candles of Hope in Unexpected Places

COURTESY:  DOST BUKIDNON 

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

In Valencia City, something bright is happening behind bars. Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) at the BJMP Valencia City Male Dorm are rolling up their sleeves for an exciting Candle Making Skills Training. They dive into hands-on sessions that spark creativity and teach real income-generating tricks. 

DOST steps up as a key partner, delivering practical tools and knowledge that transform downtime into skill-building time. Participants discover they can create beautiful products while building confidence and entrepreneurial spirit.

Fueling Second Chances with Every Wick

Moreover, this program prepares PDLs for life after release. They gain valuable livelihood opportunities that reduce unemployment risks and support smoother reintegration. 

As a result, these men light up their futures with innovation, resilience, and fresh hope. Through such initiatives, communities grow stronger by believing in new beginnings and turning challenges into opportunities for growth. 

Garbage Tsunami: How One Clogged Drain Turned a Highway into a River!

COURTESY: MUNICIPAL INFORMATION OFFICE TAGOLOANMISOR

When Nature Meets Human Mess

Heavy rains hit hard, but nothing prepared us for the chaos in Tagoloan. Drivers splashed through sudden floods while horns blared in frustration.  

Transitioning quickly to action, local heroes jumped in without hesitation. Due to the blockage of garbage that caused the severe flooding in Crossing Vicmar of the National Highway in Tagoloan  during the heavy rainfall, the office of MENRO and MDRRMO together with the office of the Mayors Office was attended this Monday, May 25, 2026 this area to conduct declogging.  

Teamwork Saves the Day

They rolled up their sleeves and cleared the mess fast. Now traffic flows again, and residents breathe easier. Next time, let’s bin our trash properly before another storm strikes!  

Boosting MSME Dreams: FAST Logistics Teams Up with DTI for Epic Wins!

COURTESY: DTI Misamis Oriental

Hey entrepreneurs, get ready for some game-changing news! 

The Big Partnership That Changes Everything

FAST Logistics Group has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the DTI Misamis Oriental to provide stronger logistics support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Cagayan de Oro and the entire province. 

They inked the deal at the bustling International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines. FAST CEO for Logistics Manuel L. Onrejas Jr. and DTI Misamis Oriental Provincial Director Jesusa M. Abear made it official, and the energy was electric. 

Why This Rocks for Local Heroes

Together, FAST and DTI Misamis Oriental aim to strengthen trade facilitation and create more opportunities for entrepreneurs to reach wider domestic markets. MSMEs now access end-to-end trade fair logistics, forward stocking solutions, and rock-solid supply chain support. 

This move helps businesses expand their market reach nationwide. Exciting times ahead! #LogisticsParaSaBayan #MSMELogistics