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The Philippine Franchise Association (PFA), in partnership with the Iloilo City government, recently held a regional franchise show at Robinsons Place Iloilo. “We were able to promote franchising and its economic benefits to cities outside Metro Manila,” said PFA president, Dr. Alan Escalona. “Franchising is a perfect training ground for aspiring entrepreneurs.” Around 30 franchisees …

During a recent forum for information officers, Dr. Charibel Escandelor discussed the benefits of the “right amount” of stress and its ability to improve health and prevent disease. According to the doctor, managed stress limits the harmful effects of stress while maintaining quality of life. She suggested acknowledging one’s situation and identifying stressors and seeing …

The national convention for the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) begins today in Iloilo City and is set to run until Friday, October 6. According to Iloilo City Tourism Officer Junel Ann Divinagracia, 1,200 tourism officers, city council members, and government officials from across the country are expected to attend the event. …

The Iloilo City Health Office (CHO) recently received 42 packs of dengue powder from the Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce. “The donation will be of big help to CHO’s campaign against dengue,” said city health officer, Dr. Bernard L. Caspe. “The powder will be sprayed in areas with stagnant water, and select barangays with more dengue …

The Iloilo City government, under acting Mayor Jose Espinosa III, provided 15 students with disabilities a P5,000 allowance, earlier this week. “We encourage all PWD (persons with disabilities) individuals to continue striving and working hard to finish their studies,” said Office of Persons with Disability Affairs (OPDA) head Blessilda Mabilog. Among the recipients include four …

The Bacolod City Cooperative and Livelihood Development Office (CCLDO) was recognized at the 8th National Tripartite Conference for Cooperative Development, which took place last week at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel in Iloilo City. According to the plaque of special recognition, recently presented by CCLDO officer-in-charge Brenda Burdeos to Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia, the …

Talisay City Mayor Neil Lizares III recently hosted a dinner for five retiring employees of the city government, where each was given P10,000. The dinner, which was facilitated by the Human Resource Management Office, honored Melanie Genis, Gloria Macawili, Martha Cena, Margarito Espinosa, and Edgardo Sevilla. Aside from the cash award, the group was also …

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), as part of their Bangka Project, recently distributed 50 fiberglass motorized bangka to fishermen from Bacolod City, Hinigaran, and EB Magalona. The turnover ceremony took place at the Coliseum of Bago City earlier this week. Present at the event were Department of Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol, Negros …

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Negros Occidental recently revealed they have P12.6 million in loan assistance set to be distributed to six local firms for the purpose of providing the companies a means to upgrade their facilities and purchase equipment. DOST provincial director, Engr. Allan Francis Daraug, said the funding is provided …

The Farm Tourism Conference and Festival opens at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel in Iloilo City on Monday, October 2, and is set to run until October 4. Keynote speakers for this year’s event include Department of Tourism (DOT) Undersecretary for Ecotourism, Farm Tourism and Faith Tourism Advocacy Silvino Tejada; and Bureau of Fisheries and …