PHO urges safe, firecracker-free celebrations as fireworks injuries rise

Koronadal City, South Cotabato | December 15, 2025 —The Office of the Provincial Health Officer (OPHO) has renewed its call for safe and firecracker-free Christmas and New Year celebrations following a rise in fireworks-related injuries in South Cotabato, according to Eldon Serame, Health Education and Promotions Officer of OPHO. “A complete celebration,” Serame emphasized, “means […]

OPAG South Cotabato recognized as Best Program Partner in the 2025 Regional Gawad Sulong Awards

South Cotabato, Philippines — The Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAG), headed by Provincial Agriculturist Raul D. Teves, DVM, was recognized as Best Program Partner during the 2025 Regional Gawad Sulong Awards held at the Greenleaf Hotel in General Santos City. The Regional Gawad Sulong, organized by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), is […]

PGSC recognizes outstanding offices and employee talents in employees’ Christmas party and family day

South Cotabato, Philippines – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato (PGSC) formally recognized outstanding offices and employee clusters during PGSC Employees’ Christmas Party and Family Day: The Search for Clean and Green Office and the Inter-Cluster Talent Competition. These initiatives underscore the provincial government’s continued commitment to promoting a clean, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace, […]