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February 18, 2026

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Bago City College, established in 1980, is a public institution in Bago City, Negros Occidental, providing accessible tertiary education to local and nearby communities. The college offers academic and technical-vocational programs, while connecting students to the city’s agricultural and industrial heritage. Its emblem features General Juan Araneta, honoring the city’s history and symbolizing leadership, courage, and patriotism. Over the years, the college has implemented free tuition under RA 10931, produced board topnotchers, expanded technical-vocational programs, and introduced online learning systems to improve accessibility and educational quality. Despite challenges such as limited facilities, budget constraints, and technological gaps, the college continues ...

Cultural Institutions

NEGROS HISTORICAL COUNCIL, INC.

Bacolod, Negros Occidental

February 18, 2026

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The Negros Occidental Historical Council, Inc. (NOHCI) is a non-governmental organization based in Bacolod City that preserves and promotes the history, culture, and arts of Negros Occidental. It was originally established as the Negros Occidental Historical Commission in 1971 under the provincial government and became a private entity in 1992 to increase operational flexibility while continuing to work closely with the Province. The Council maintains a library with about 3,700 books and documents, supports research, and provides historical resources to the public, schools, and government agencies free of charge. The institution faces challenges such as limited funds, lack of technology ...

Significant Personalities

MOST REV. BRODERICK SONCUACO PABILLO, D.D

Negros Occidental, Victorias

February 18, 2026

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Bishop Broderick Soncuaco Pabillo, born on March 11, 1955, in Victorias City, Negros Occidental, is a respected Catholic leader known for his deep faith and service. He studied in Don Bosco schools and later earned his theology degree from the University of Santo Tomas and a licentiate in sacred scripture in Rome. Ordained as a priest in 1982, he became Auxiliary Bishop of Manila in 2006 and later served as Apostolic Administrator of the Archdiocese of Manila. In 2021, Pope Francis appointed him Vicar Apostolic of Taytay in Palawan, where he continues his mission. Bishop Pabillo is widely recognized for ...

Significant Personalities

DON ANSELMO “EMONG” SISON DIAZ

Negros Occidental, Talisay

February 18, 2026

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Don Anselmo Diaz, born on April 21, 1887, in Talisay City, was a sugarcane farmer who unintentionally pioneered electrification in Negros. In 1920, he connected a generator to his farm tractor to light up his son’s birthday party, which impressed guests and sparked the idea of bringing electricity to their homes. This small act led to the founding of A.S. Diaz Electric Service (ASDES), the first prewar electric company in Negros. Anselmo’s work brought light to villages that once relied on candles and kerosene, improving lives and modernizing the community. He also served as mayor of Talisay from 1922 to ...

Significant Personalities

ROMEO V. TABUENA SR.

Negros Occidental, San Carlos

February 18, 2026

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Romeo V. Tabuena Sr., born on August 22, 1921, in Iloilo City, began his studies in architecture but later shifted to painting at the University of the Philippines. During World War II, he used his artistic skills to support the resistance movement, then worked in commercial art before focusing fully on painting. After the war he and his family settled in San Carlos. His work gained recognition both locally and internationally, with exhibitions in the U.S., Europe, and Mexico, and awards from the Art Association of the Philippines. In 1965, he represented the Philippines at the Eighth Biennial of Art ...

Significant Personalities

ANTONIO BAYA TEMBLOR

Negros Occidental, Sagay

February 18, 2026

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Antonio Baya Temblor, born on July 12, 1956, in Sagay City, started his art journey at age eight by drawing a religious image for his uncle. He gained early recognition for his talent in school and later won an art exhibit in 1973 with a life-sized skeleton model. Over the years, he created many religious sculptures, including well-known works like Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Padre Pio statues. Temblor also exported crafts and donated religious pieces to churches and chapels. In 2000, he was recognized as a Sagay City Artist and continues to contribute to religious art in his ...

Significant Personalities

BRIGIDO “BIDONG” VALEZ TOND

Negros Occidental, Pontevedra

February 18, 2026

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Brigido Valez Tondo, born on August 29, 1948, in Negros Occidental, became known for his talent in track and field. Despite financial hardship, he studied electronics and pursued a running career, competing in events like the National Marathon, Golden Gate Marathon, and the 1971 Little Asian Olympics, where he won gold, silver, and bronze medals. In 1974, he also won multiple gold medals at the Palarong Pambansa, remaining undefeated. As a reward for his achievements, he was offered a government job as a custodial officer at the Negros Occidental Provincial Jail, where he worked for 25 years while still training ...

Significant Personalities

SUSANITO P. SARNATE

La Carlota, Negros Occidental

February 18, 2026

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Susanito Sarnate, born on December 27, 1967, in La Carlota City, showed artistic talent from a young age, influenced by his father who was also a craftsman. As a child, he began modeling clay figures and later explored painting, bamboo craft, and handmade decorations during high school. He studied Fine Arts for two years and later worked in a ceramic factory before deciding to become a full-time artist in 2000. With limited resources, he used backyard clay to create miniature terracotta sculptures, which became his unique artistic trademark. His artworks focus on Filipino culture, traditions, and daily life, preserving history ...

Significant Personalities

DR. GREGORIO J. TINGSON

Kabankalan, Negros Occidental

February 18, 2026

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Dr. Gregorio J. Tingson was born in La Carlota in 1921 and raised in Kabankalan. After World War II interrupted his studies, he went to the U.S. to study theology and worked with the world-renowned American Evangelist Billy Graham in launching Youth for Christ before returning to the Philippines as its director. He helped establish the Good Shepherd Church and founded Fortress College in Kabankalan, which provided basic education and technical-vocational training to help uplift the lives of locals. As a passionate evangelist, he started the Asian Christian Outreach, which led evangelistic crusades, planted churches, and reached people in remote ...

Significant Personalities

FRANCISCO VILLARUEL “PANCHO VILLA” GUILLEDO

Ilog, Negros Occidental

February 18, 2026

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Francisco Guilledo, known as Pancho Villa, was born in 1901 in Ilog, Negros Occidental, and grew up in a poor family before moving to Manila to pursue boxing. He became the first Asian to win the World Flyweight boxing title in 1923, earning worldwide recognition despite his small stature. Villa developed a unique fighting style with a cross-armed guard and powerful left hooks, influenced by his American coach. After briefly retiring in 1922, he returned to boxing with support from his managers and fans, eventually fighting in the United States. Unfortunately, an infected tooth led to complications, and he died ...

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