August in a Glance
By Pepin
The month of August has been spectacular and extra challenging for the Ilonggos with
various social and cultural activities celebrated by the city. Here’s a recap
of some of these events:
The month kicked-off with a mission of wellness thru the 37th
National MILO Marathon last August 4, with
Councilor Nielex Tupas organized a mass baptism project on
August 8. This is one of his priority project that aimed to help poor children
to be baptized.
On the second week of the month, Iloilo City started the
week long celebration of its 76th Charter Day. Several activities,
such as sports tournament and cultural presentations, were held. A city-wide
parade took place on August 24. On the same week, Iloilo city won the regional
TESDA Award and qualifies for the national finals. The city was also eyed to
host two ministerial meetings of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Convention
in 2015.
The Charter Day is also a celebration of Ilonggo pride. The
annual celebration paved way for the launching of the “I AM ILOILO” Movement,
which encouraged every Ilonggo to embrace their identity and to foster
cooperation in working towards progress. Wearing yellow shirts, thousands of
Ilonggos marched on the streets to show their support for the project. Netizens
also participated by spreading the battle cry of the Ilonggos thru social
media.
“Fast and Furious” best describes the 2nd Frank
Drilon Dragon Boat Competition held last August 24 at the Iloilo River. Ten teams
joined the race with thousands of spectators came to witness the event. At the
end it was the Boracay All Stars who paddled for gold.
After winning the Red Orchid Award for its Smoke-free
campaign, Iloilo City is up for another challenge as it vies for the Healthy
Lifestyle Award. The city has been shortlisted for the
Local Government Unit-City Category of Outstanding Healthy Lifestyle Advocacy
Awards (OHLAA) 2013 to be held in Manila this September.
August has truly been a rewarding month
for Iloilo. As more and more Ilonggos are enticed to work hand-in-hand for
progress, it will soon achieve its dream to become a premier city.
Photo credit to Iloilo City Government’s Official Facebook
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