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February 18, 2026

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The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Jaro, established in 1865, is one of the oldest in the Philippines and was elevated to a metropolitan archdiocese in 1951. Initially covering vast regions, its territory was reduced as new dioceses emerged. Its episcopal seat is the Metropolitan Cathedral of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, home to the revered image of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, famously crowned by Pope John Paul II in 1981. It ecently established its 95th parish and adopting a mission parish in Kenya. Despite challenges like an aging clergy and growing secularism, it counters these through vocations promotion and youth ...

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SIBALOM CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Antique, Sibalom

February 18, 2026

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Sibalom Central Elementary School in Sibalom, Antique started under the supervision of the American colonial government’s public education system, and began operating in a concrete building said to have been constructed during the late Spanish colonial period. Classes were held initially in Spanish and later in English by Filipino teachers trained by Thomasites. New buildings, rooms and facilities were soon added in the years that followed. World War II and the 1948 earthquake saw the destruction of most of its school buildings. A temporary facility was constructed in 1949, followed by the construction of permanent buildings in the 1960s, with ...

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FLORING’S CARINDERIA

Antique, Bugasong

February 18, 2026

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Floring’s Carinderia first opened in 1972 in Brgy. Ilaures, Bugasong, Antique as a small bamboo structure near a terminal. Established by Florencia Escoton Jalipa, it gained popularity for its native chicken adobo, a dish cooked by Florencia for her husband and his friends. Over time, the carinderia expanded its capacity, serving up to 50 people and preparing 30-40 native chickens daily, with a unique pricing system. The restaurant has been featured in food shows like ABS-CBN’s Magandang Buhay and recognized by the Department of Tourism in 2024 for its contribution to Philippine gastronomy. Floring’s Carinderia continues to thrive with Florencia’s ...

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BELISON MULTI-PURPOSE COOPERATIVE

Antique, Belison

February 18, 2026

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The Belison Multi-Purpose Cooperative (BelMPC) was originally established as the Belison Credit Union in 1964 and, at present, has over 7,170 members, recognized as an institution in Antique. In 1992, the organization rebranded and has since expanded its services, including tailored financial products, support for enterprise initiatives, and telecommunications while also offering support services like money transfers, insurance, and bill payments. BelMPC also has since expanded its operations by opening a satellite office in Iloilo. Its service to the community includes social welfare programs like healthcare missions, educational initiatives, and environmental stewardship activities.

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SABANG SEAWEED GROWERS ASSOCIATION

Guimaras, Sibunag

February 18, 2026

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The Sabang Seaweed Growers Association (SSGA) was established on January 20, 2009, initially comprising 119 members, primarily composed of small-scale fisherfolk. It has been officially registered with the Department of Labor and Employment since 2013. The association has engaged in various capacity-building activities and has received support from agencies including the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Region 6, DOLE Region 6, the Provincial Government of Guimaras, the Municipality of Sibunag, the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC), academic institutions, and non-government organizations. In 2021, the SSGA was provided with a processing center to support value-added production, such as ...

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SAPAL WEAVERS ASSOCIATION

Guimaras, San Lorenzo, Sapal

February 18, 2026

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The Sapal Weavers Association (SWA), established in 2006, supports the weaving community in Barangay Sapal, San Lorenzo, Guimaras. Originally with 44 members, it presently has 33 active members who engage in the traditional craft of weaving “banig” (handwoven mats) and other woven products. The men handle tasks like planting, harvesting, cleaning, and drying the buri and baryos leaves, while the women do the actual weaving. In 2015, SWA won first place in the “Pasundayag sa Manggahan” competition, and in 2018, the local government donated the Handicraft and Processed Food Center facility for their operations.

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GUIMARAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Buenavista, Guimaras, Mclain

February 18, 2026

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Guimaras State University (GSU), located in Barangay Mclain, Buenavista, Guimaras, began as Buenavista Vocational School in 1964 and, since 2019, elevated to a state university. It offers a wide range of programs in fields such as education, agriculture, technology, business, health sciences, supporting the socioeconomic development of Guimaras. GSU is known as the first state college in the Philippines to receive institutional accreditation by AACCUP. The university operates from its main Salvador Campus and has two annexes, the Mosqueda Annex in Alaguisoc, Jordan, Guimaras, and the Baterna Annex in Constancia, San Lorenzo, Guimaras.

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SITIO BUYUAN-BARAS COFFEE GROWERS ASSOCIATION

Igbaras, Iloilo, Tigbanaba

February 18, 2026

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The Sitio Buyuan-Baras Coffee Growers Association (SBBCGA) is a local agricultural organization based in Brgy. Tigbanaba, Igbaras, Iloilo, focused on coffee cultivation, processing, and distribution. The association traces its origins to the 1970s with the introduction of robusta coffee plants. The association was formally organized in 2016 however lack of proper training and support, coffee production dwindled. Interest in coffee cultivation and production revived during the pandemic with the growing popularity of coffee shops. With support from local government units and various national agencies, members have received training in coffee production techniques, leading to improved quality and recognition in competitions ...

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ILOILO STATE UNIVERSITY OF FISHERIES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, Tiwi

February 18, 2026

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Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) was established in 1957 as the former Barotac Nuevo High School. It became the Iloilo State College of Fisheries in 1978, and later elevated as a university in 2023. The institution promotes collaborative scientific, technological, and research initiatives with local and international organizations specifically on fishery-related research and scientific findings. It is mandated to provide advanced education in fisheries technology and related fields, support national development, and conduct research and extension services. The university offers programs such as Bachelor of Science in Fishery Education, Bachelor of Science in Fisheries, Bachelor of ...

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