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Ace Dance Craze Season 2 Cheerdance Competition

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Watch out for Ace Dance Craze Season 2 Cheerdance Competition happening this coming September 1, 2013.

Seven (7) schools are competing namely; the Maroon Pep Squad of KNCHS, Eagle Pep Squad of Saravia National HS, Saints Pep Squad from St. Lorenzo School of Polomolok, Inc, Ice Blazzers Pep Squad of Notre Dame Siena School of Marbel, Kingfisher Pep Squad from NDDU-IBED, AVA Stallions of Alah Valley Academy and Sinag Pep Squad of Tablu National HS.

Mark the date and the be there, battle starts at 6:30 PM.

Koronadal City Integrated Public Transport Terminal soon to rise!

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An integrated public transport terminal will soon rise in the City of Koronadal.

The proposed  public transport terminal will be constructed in a 5.9 hectare lot purchased by the city government in Purok Yellow Bell, Brgy. Zone III. 

According to reports, the proposed terminal's main building will occupy at least two (2) hectares and the remaining areas will be reserved for future development. Take a look at the perspective of the proposed Koronadal City Integrated Public Transport Terminal which is also posted at the official Facebook page of the City of Koronadal.
Modern-look and spacious. The proposed Integrated Public Transport Terminal in the City of Koronadal.
Being the administrative seat of SOCCSKSARGEN Region and the capital of South Cotabato, it's about time for the City of Koronadal to have its first public transport terminal as passenger flow continues to rise. All existing transport terminals within the city are privately-owned.

Koronadal City Mayor Peter B. Miguel said during his inaugural message delivered last June 30 that the construction of the public transport terminal is one of his administration's priority projects on his second term as city mayor. 

We are looking forward for the construction to start anytime soon.

South Cotabato street dancers proclaimed Champion, 1st Runner-up in Kadayawan Festival 2013 Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan

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The result of the Kadayawan Festival 2013 Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan has proven once again  that the best street dancers in Mindanao are from South Cotabato. 

Congratulations to South Cotabato street dancers for bagging top prizes in the Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan(street dancing competition) of Kadayawan Festival 2013 in Davao City.
A street dancer from Panay National HS. Photo by Edgar Co of PinasMuna.Com
Our contingents from Panay National High School in Sto.Niño, South Cotabato was proclaimed CHAMPION in the Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan Open Category, while Tribu sa Lalan Cultural Dance Troupe from Christian School of Polomolok was declared 1st Runner-up. Below are the winners in the Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan of Kadayawan Festival 2013:

Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan 2013 Winners

Davao-Based Category
Champion - Holy Cross College of Calinan
1st Runner Up - Magallanes Elem. School
2nd Runner Up - Kap. Tomas Monteverde Sr. Elem. School

Open Category
Champion - Panay National High School
1st Runner Up - Tribu sa Lalan Cultural Dance Troupe

2nd Runner Up - Tribu Talaingod


The champion in this year's competition took home P500,000 and will also compete in the Aliwan Fiesta 2014. Meanwhile the 1st and 2nd runners up will bring home P400,000 and P300,000 respectively.



Kadayawan Festival's Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan is said to be the biggest street dancing competition in Mindanao held every year. A total of 23 contingents coming from different parts of Mindanao competed this year.

Agten Tufi Festival 2013 Schedule of Activities

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Few days to go and the colorful Agten Tufi Festival will be again celebrated in the Municipality of Tupi, South Cotabato.

A B'laan term which means "bountiful or beautiful Tupi", Agten Tufi Festival is a thanksgiving celebration of the town's beauty and bounty. It showcases the talents and competitiveness of the people of Tupi, rich culture and as well as the town's abundant supply of fruits, flowers and vegetables.

Exciting events included in this year's Agten Tufi Festival are drum and lyre competition, mass dance, Tupi Singing Idol, Group Gay Lipsynch Contest, the annual search for Mutya ng Tupi and the much anticipated street dancing competition among others. Local produce of the people of Tupi will be showcased through the Agri Trade Fair which will run from September 2. 

The 11-day celebration will kick-off on August 30 through a thanksgiving mass and will end with a culmination program and other activities on September 11 which is also the foundation day of Tupi.

Below is the schedule of activities for Agten Tufi Festival 2013 in Tupi, South Cotabato.
Municipality of Tupi
60th Foundation Anniversary & 4th Agten Tufi Festival  
Schedule of Activities

August 30 (Friday)
Anniversary Mass, 2 PM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

September 1 (Sunday)
Civic Parade, 7 AM
Municipality's Premises

Opening Salvo, 9 AM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Drum and Lyre Competition, 10 AM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Mass Dance, 1:30 PM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Live Band, 7:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 2 (Monday)
Jobs Fair (Overseas and local), 9 AM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Opening of Agri Trade Fair, 2 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall


Live Band, 7:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 3 (Tuesday)
Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Farmers Forum, 9 AM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Tupi Singing Idol (Elementary Category), 7 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza


Live Band, 8:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza



September 4 (Wednesday)

Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Tupi Singing Idol (HS Category), 7 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza


Live Band, 8:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 5 (Thursday)

Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Tupi Singing Idol (Open Category), 7 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza


Live Band, 8:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 6 (Friday)
Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Awards of Excellence, 7 PM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center


Live Band, 7:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza


September 7 (Saturday)

Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Municipal Tribal Day, 9 AM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Dance Fusion, 7 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza


Live Band, 8:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 8 (Sunday)

Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

LGU and DepEd Employees Night, 7 PM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center


Live Band, 7:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 9 (Monday)

Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Mutya ng Tupi, 7 PM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center


Live Band, 7:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 10 (Tuesday)

Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall

Group Gay Lipsynch, 7 PM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center


Live Band, 8:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

September 11 (Wednesday)
Agri Trade Fair, 8AM -5 PM
Infront of Municipal Hall


Street Dancing (Kapatagan), 7 AM
Municipality's Premises

Anniversary Day Program, 8:30 AM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Dungog Sang Barangay Awarding, 10 AM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Acrobatic Show, 1 PM
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Palaro ng Lahi, 2 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

Disco sa Munisipyo and Live Band, 7:30 PM
Tupi Parks and Plaza

Grand Fireworks Display, 9 PM
Municipal Hall

Continuing Events
Inter-Barangay Basketball Tournament (Senior Division), August-September 2013
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Inter-Agency Volleyball Tournament (Men and Women Category), August-September 2013
Tupi Sports and Cultural Center

Up to 10-hour brownouts scheduled on August 22 -24 | SOCOTECO-1 Power Advisory

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There will be scheduled brownouts on selected service areas of South Cotabato Electric Cooperative -1 (SOCOTECO-1) on August 22-24, 2013. This is according to a Notice of Power Interruption released by SOCOTECO-1  dated August 16. 
The scheduled power interruptions will affect some areas in the Allah Valley particularly in the municipalities of  T'boli, Banga, Surallah, Norala and Lake Sebu. 

In some areas the power outage will last up to 10 hours  which will be used by SOCOTECO-1 personnel to facilitate line clearing activities and carry-out preventive maintenance.

Below is the Notice of Power Interruption from SOCOTECO-1:


City of Koronadal opens hotlines against illegal drugs

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Residents of the City of Koronadal can now report suspected illegal drug activities happening within the city through hotlines launched by the local government headed by Mayor Peter B. Miguel. 

"ISUGID KAY MAYOR ANG DEALER, ANG PUSHER, ANG USER" as shown in the poster below encourages Koronadaleños and even those living outside the city to cooperate and help the local government, the Philippine National Police and the City Anti Drug Abuse Council (CADAC) in their campaign against users and vendors of illegal drugs.

Pinyahan Festival 2013 Schedule of Activities | Brgy. Cannery Site, Polomolok

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Brgy. Cannery Site the second most populated barangay of Polomolok, South Cotabato and also the home of the cannery and processing plants of multinational company Dole Philippines (Dolefil) is all set for the celebration of its 22nd Foundation Anniversary and 6th Pinyahan Festival

Happening from August 28- September 1,  Pinyahan Festival 2013 as the name suggest gives importance to Cannery Site's main source of income - the pineapple. 

Among the most anticipated events of the week-long Pinyahan Festival 2013 are the Sky Lantern and Fireworks Display on the 28th of August, Parada at Lumba Karabaw (Carabao Race & Parade) on the 29th, and the coronation night of the Mutya ng Cannery Site 2013 on August 31. 

The colorful streetdancing competition and showndown will be held on the last day which is also the foundation day of Brgy. Cannery Site. Below is the Schedule of Activities of the 6th Pinyahan Festival.

SOCOTECO-1 announces job hiring

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South Cotabato Electric Cooperative -1 (SOCOTECO-1) is currently in need of qualified individuals to apply for the following positions:
SOCOTECO-1 Central Office building located in Brgy. Morales,  City of Koronadal

SEP PERSONNEL

Qualification Standards:
  • Preferably a registered electrical engineer or a graduate of any related course
  • At least one (1) year experience in distribution system planning and design
  • With adequate knowledge and experience in surveying
  • Familiar with line construction standards & can develop electrical plans and staking sheets
  • Computer literate, with knowledge in Auto CAD
  • With good human relations and communications skills
  • Must be physically and mentally fit
  • Must possess a driver's license
  • Preferably not more than 35 years old
PLANNING & DESIGN FOREMAN

Qualification Standards:
  • Must be a Registered Master Electrician
  • Must have at least one (1) year experience  in distribution system planning and design
  • With adequate knowledge and experience in surveying
  • Can speak and write in English, Filipino and the dialect in the area
  • Must be computer literate and preferably with background on computer aided design software
  • Familiar with line construction standards & can develop electrical plans and staking sheets
  • With good human relations and communications skills
  • High integrity, good human relations, physically and mentally fit and acceptable personal habits.
  • Preferably not more than thirty (30) years old
Interested individuals who wants to apply for the above mentioned positions please address application letter with attached CV, Transcript of Records,  and 2X2 ID picture to:

Santiago C. Tudio
General Manager
SOCOTECO -1 
Brgy. Morales, City of Koronadal

Good luck!



F'lomlok Festival 2013 Schedule of Activities | Polomolok, South Cotabato

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With the theme "Polomolok: Moving Forward", the municipal government of Polomolok, South Cotabato is all set for the celebration of F'lomlok Festival 2013

Set from September 6-10, this year's F'lomlok Festival celebration is now on the 10th year and will be in commemoration of the town's 56th founding anniversary. The festival was named after a B'laan word "F'lomlok"  which means hunting grounds, it is also from where the name of the town Polomolok was derived, because of its abundance of wild life in the past and even until now.

Many exciting events are lined up for the 5-day celebration, among these are the torch and float parade, Mountain Bike Cross Country Competition, Polomolok Got Talent, Cheer leading competition, and the Drum and Lyre Competition which will be participated by different schools in Polomolok. There will be also tree planting activities, blood letting and a job fair.

As shown in the updated F'lomlok Festival 2013 Schedule of Events below, looks like there will be a lot of celebrities coming from Manila to join in this year's festivities and that all artists invited by the municipal government will be coming from GMA Network. There will be a Kapuso Fiesta Concert on September 7 and the Kapuso Night Concert on September 5

I am excited to know who among the rosters of celebrities from the Kapuso Network will be coming to Polomolok to celebrate with South Cotabateños the 10th F'lomlok Festival, how about you?

Meanwhile, below is the Schedule of Events for F'lomlok Festival 2013.

JOB HIRING: Skinfluence is in need of NURSES!

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Skinfluence Dermatology and Cosmetic SurgiCenter is currently looking for NURSES to become part of their company.

Job hiring for Skinfluence

NURSE
• Graduate of Nursing
• RN will be an advantage but is not required
• Outgoing and pleasing personality
• Good command of English written and spoken communication skills
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Fresh graduates may apply.

Applicants can send their resume with 2x2 picture to:
Skinfluence Dermatology and Cosmetic SurgiCenter
2nd Floor Genmedex Building, Santiago Boulevard, GSC
Or email to: skinfluence@gmail.com.

Deadline of submission is on September 3, 2013.

Basic Mountaineering Course offered at 6th Pinyahan Festival

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Here's another event for nature lovers and the adventurous.

Learn the basics of mountaineering and how to survive in the wild as the local mountaineering group called Friends of Mt. Matutum in cooperation with LGU Brgy. Cannery Site in Polomolok presents Basic Mountaineering Course this August 31 - September 1, 2013. 

It will be held at Primativa Farm in Brgy. Landan, Polomolok, South Cotabato and is one of  the activities of the 6th Pinyahan Festival of Brgy. Cannery Site.

Registration for this event is P 300.00 inclusive of a t-shirt, a certificate, 1 meal, transportation and entrance fee to Primativa Farm. Check out the itinerary below.

AXA Philippines places spotlight on General Santos City

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At a time of significant economic gains in the country, Region 12 (SOCCSKSARGEN) has emerged as one of the Philippines' brightest spots. The National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB) recently reported an 8.1% economic growth in the region, with General Santos City becoming one of the Philippines' fastest-growing and most competitive cities.

The area's growth has caught the eye of one of the country's largest insurers, AXA Philippines, which has organized a series of events in General Santos City to share career and business opportunities and advice on financial planning.

"General Santos City is fast becoming one of the country's most attractive destinations for investments, "said Rien Hermans, President and CEO of AXA Philippines. "We want to help the city sustain its current growth through investing in its people and through helping them plan for their different financial needs."
AXA Philippines in Gensan opens its new and improved office at the 2nd level of  Tri-Star Center in Santiago Boulevard.
AXA Philippines has organized several activities for the benefit of the city's residents, including a Career Orientation Program, where interested parties  can learn more about career and business opportunities available with the life insurer. It also organized "Fail Proof Your Future", a financial planning seminar that explored various financial needs and how to adequately prepare for them. AXA Philippines also moved to a bigger and better branch at Tri-Star Center in Santiago Boulevard, to better serve its current and prospective customers in the city.

"General Santos City is one of Mindanao's key growth areas," said Xenas Kintanar, Mindanao Zone Head for AXA Philippines. "We hope to provide people with the advice and the insight that they need in order to secure their financial future. We also looked forward to working with budding entrepreneurs who can be a part of our mission to help every Filipino attain financial stability and independence."

"The growth in this region has been inspiring," said Hermans. "Through these initiatives, we hope to encourage more Filipinos to make the investments that will help them achieve their dreams."
To learn more about AXA Philippines' products and services, visit www.axa.com.ph or www.facebook.com/AXA.Philippines. Interested parties may contact (083) 552-0671 or (083) 302-1708, or visit AXA's General Santos City branch at 2nd Floor, Unit 11, Tri-Star Center, Santiago Boulevard, General Santos City.

SM Hypermarket General Santos announces job hiring!

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Attention jobseekers! SM Hypermarket General Santos which is still under construction at Purok Malakas, Brgy. San Isidro has finally announced job hiring

As shown in the photo below, job hiring will be conducted from August 31- September 1, 2013 at the General Santos City Hall Covered Court. 

And according to our source there are job openings for office assistants and for those who will comprise the retail operations of the soon-to-open SM Hypermarket General Santos that includes customer service assistants, cashiers, baggers, sales clerk, etc.

Video: Tupi National High School Drum and Lyre @ Agten Tufi 2013 Drum & Lyre Competition

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Watch the following video of Tupi NHS Drum and Lyre as they perform during the Drum and Lyre Competition of Agten Tufi 2013 held at the Tupi Gymnasium and Cultural Center last September 1, 2013.

 

Gensan all set for Tuna Festival 2013!

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General Santos City is all set for the celebration of Tuna Festival 2013. The week-long festivities will officially open on September 5, a Thursday and a special non-working holiday in General Santos City, it will last until September 9.

Various activities were lined up for this year's Tuna Festival which is already on its 15th year. On Thursday (September 5) which is also the 45th Charter Anniversary of the city, a flag raising ceremony in the morning will be conducted in front of the City Hall then will be followed by the Almusal Alay sa Kapwa at the Oval Gymnasium. The colorful Tuna Float Parade will happen in the afternoon in major streets of downtown Gensan and will lead to the Oval Plaza for the Grand Opening.
The Tuna Pasiklaban Streetdancing Competition and Disco sa Kalye will cap the Tuna Festival 2013 on September 9 still at the Oval Plaza.  Other events of the Tuna Festival 2013 includes the Tuna Congress, Fish Fest at the Gensan Fish Port, Concerts, TunaFest Duathlon 2013, TunaFest Jetski Invitational Challenge, Skimboarding Competition and Bancarera at the Queen Tuna Park, and many other exciting activities.

The following are photos taken two days before the opening of Gensan Tuna Festival 2013.
At Roxas Avenue, near Oval Plaza
Taken from Plaza Heneral Santos
Pioneer Avenue
At Gensan's Oval Plaza

Strict security measures are currently being implemented within the city including the ban on carrying of backpacks and any other bags inside the Oval Plaza.
Strict security measures are being implemented within the city
Oval Plaza is all set for Tuna Festival 2013
The Oval Grandstand being readied for various events of the Tuna Festival 2013

Mutya ng Tupi 2013 Candidates

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Last year's winner of the Mutya ng Tupi pageant Ms. Gaille Anne Surriga who represented Barangay Poblacion was recently crowned Mutya ng South Cotabato 2013. Who will be next?



Here are the fifteen (15) lovely and young Tupinians representing their respective barangay aspiring to become Mutya ng Tupi 2013.


















Support your favorite candidates to win the People\s Choice Award. Simply LIKE the Facebook Page of Mutya ng Tupi and look for the photo of your favorite candidate and hit the "Like" button.

The pageant night of the Search for Mutya ng Tupi 2013 will happen on September 9 7 PM at the Tupi Gym and Cultural Center.  See you there!

Punta Isla Lake Resort's FREE Breakfast Promo!

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Visiting Lake Sebu this month of September? We highly recommended Punta Isla Lake Resort for your accommodation needs.



Regarded as the no. 1 resort in Lake Sebu, Punta Isla Lake Resort has affordable rates on room accommodations, friendly staffs known for their excellent service, and wide array of delicious foods. This month of September Punta Isla Lake Resort also continues to offer FREE breakfast to its guests.



For inquiries, contact Punta Isla Lake Resort at the following numbers:

Globe: 09052895134
Smart: 09194515015
Sun: 09239115053
Landline Tel.: (083) 236-1053

F'lomlok Festival 2013 to start on September 6!

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The municipal government of Polomolok is now on the final stage of its preparation for the F'lomlok Festival 2013 which will be held from September 6- 10. 


A torch and float parade at around 5 PM around the town center will kick-off the five-day F'lomlok Festival 2013 on Friday September 6, to be followed by the Opening Salvo by 6 PM and fireworks display at the Municipal Plaza. 

There will be also invited bands that will perform at the Party Zone located near the Public Market and Disco sa Plaza at the Polomolok Municipal Plaza.

Other activities of the 10th F'lomlok Festival include Massive Tree Planting, Cheerdance competition, different sports activities, Agri-Piña Fair, Jobs Fair, Polomolok Got Talent and many other exciting events.


The culmination and anniversary program will happen on September 10, 2013 still at the Municipal Plaza. There will be a Drum and Lyre Competition on that day and the Celebrity Kapuso Night Concert and fireworks display to cap the festivities.  



Take a look at some of our photos taken two days before the opening of the 10th F'lomlok Festival.


Mini-carnival at the Transport Terminal

Trade Fair at Pioneer Street

Agri Fair at the Municipal Plaza

Food Fair at the Municipal Plaza


Party Zone in front of the Polomolok Public Market


Kapuso stars in F'lomlok Festival 2013

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The Kapuso Network is now really making its presence felt in the south. Starting tomorrow September 7, 2013, several stars of GMA will be in Polomolok, South Cotabato to celebrate F'lomlok Festival 2013.

At 6 PM, Starstruck survivor and FHM cover girl Ryza Cenon will join comedienne Gladys Guevarra in a show at the Municipal Grounds of Polomolok. Joining them will be Rodjun Cruz and Bettina Carlos, two of the casts of hit primetime series My Husband's Lover.

Visiting the "Land of the Pineapple Shores" on Tuesday, September 10 will be the "Soul Diva" Jaya, "Prince of R 'n B" Kris Lawrence, Sexbomb Girl Rochelle Pangilinan and heartthrobs Dion Ignacio and Enzo Pineda. They will be at the Polomolok Gymnasium for the Kapuso Night at 6 PM.

According to our source, GMA Network's participation in the 10th F'lomlok Festival will be also featured in their weekly travelogue Let's Fiesta aired every Sunday on its regional stations.

Video: It's More Fun in South Cotabato

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It's a compilation of some photos that we posted at our Facebook Page that shows the different tourist destinations and adventures in South Cotabato. Watch it again and do hit the SHARE button.

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