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“Salad oh! Init pa!,” phrase is NOT banned in Davao City

The reported banning of the popular expression "Salad oh! Init pa" by Davao City Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is NOT TRUE, somehow perpetuated by social media, news sources, etc… It appears that the intended rule was to issue a warning against Dabawenyos who will be caught blurting out the phrase would end up to prison. "Salad Oh! Init pa!" is...

All set for 2nd Inaul Festival in Maguindanao

Spotlight on for Maguindanaon women weavers in Mindanao as the Provincial Government of Maguindanao celebrate this years Inaul Festival, come February 5-14 in the Municipality of Buluan. Inaul, a Maguindanaon word that literally means “woven”, is a unique fabric manually and meticulously woven and is no longer confined to “malong” and other traditional garments. The color of inaul fabric reflects the...

It’s a holiday on March 16 in Davao City

The Republic Act 7551 is an act declaring March 16 of every year a special non-working public holiday to celebrate the Charter Day of Davao City. It was on March 16 of 1990, when the City of Davao was born by virtue of Commonwealth Act No.51. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7551 - AN ACT DECLARING MARCH 16 OF EVERY YEAR AS...

Dabawenyos to experience Globe’s KonekTayo WiFi and free GoWiFi services

Globe has partnered with the largest city in the Philippines, Davao City, to deliver reliable connectivity through GoWiFi and KonekTayo WiFi services. This aims to keep residents safe, informed, and connected as reliance on the Internet for day-to-day activities grows rapidly. This milestone partnership marks the first presence of Globe’s technology in Davao that solidifies the support of the major...

Mary Joyce Villanueva Of Region 11 Wins Mutya Ng PRISAA 2014 Pageant

Region 11 representative Mary Joyce Villanueva was crowned Mutya Ng PRISAA (Private Schools Athletic Association) 2014 at the RDR Gym, Tagum City last April 10, 2014.     Villanueva, 18, from University of Mindanao, bested 11 other contestants including fan favorite Siselle Zaira Fajardo of Region 2 and Donna Lyneth Ceniza of Region 8 who won the talent portion.   From Talent portion to...

NCCC Nabunturan now open to serve Comvalenyos

NCCC finally opened its door for the shoppers of Nabunturan yesterday, April 6, 2014.     Located at Purok 6, Poblacion, Compostella Valley, the new shopping center is another clear manifestation of a package crafted by hard excellent work, fused with care and joy, all with the best of intentions.     This is a great opportunity to all Comvalenyos to enjoy shopping just within...

DeMolay International Celebrates 96th Anniversary

On March 18 the DeMolay International celebrated their 96th founding year. Some may not be aware of the existence of this international organization in Davao but this exist and continually producing better people and leaders in different industries in the city. DeMolay International is also known as the "Order of DeMolay". This is a youth organization teaching young men between the...

Tagum’s Musikahan Festival Winners Bared

TAGUM CITY, Davao del Norte - This year’s recently concluded celebration of the 15th edition of the Tagum City Musikahan Festival was a showcase of the musicality and talent of the local and national participants who competed in the events of the grandest festival in the city. Held from February 21, 2016 until March 7, 2016, the Musikahan again featured...