The LGU of Batuan installed around 100 boundary markers, or “muhon,” in Barangay Cantano to advance long-term development plans. Led by Municipal Mayor Emmanuel Aladin D. Tumanda (inset upper left corner), the activity gathered department heads, barangay captains, and LGU personnel to establish clear land demarcations for future projects. Officials said the simple markers are crucial for strategic, lawful, and community-centered planning in the growing municipality. (Contributed photo)
Batuan Vice Mayor Antonino “Dodo” M. Jumawid (inset, upper left corner) requested the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to provide support such as including in the TUPAD programs some Batuananons who are truly in need and are displaced from their work. In a letter to Secretary Atty. Bienvenido “Benny” Laguesma (in photo) of DOLE, VM Jumawid manifested that there are displaced workers who are truly in need of assistance and requested DOLE for consideration. Secretary Laguesma responded positively to said request. (Contributed photo)