Balilihan Hosts NAST Scientists Lecture Series. Balilihan Mayor Trisha Chatto (in photo), on Oct. 29, 2026, joined the Dialogue with National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) Scientists Lecture Series organized by DOST Bohol and NAST. Speakers were National Scientist Raul Fabella – Castration vs Syndicate Corruption; Academician Christopher Bernido – Mentoring Future Leaders in Science Research; Dr. Eva Maria Cutiongco-De la Paz (2002 Outstanding Young Scientist) – Advancing Genome Applications in Health; Dr. Mayzonee Ligaray (2026 Outstanding Young Scientist) – Engaging Communities in Watershed Protection; Dr. Rowalt Alibudbud (2025 Outstanding Young Scientist) – Climate Change and Mental Health; and National Scientist Lourdes Cruz – Prerequisites to Attaining the SDGs: Excellent Education and Good Governance. Thank you DOST Bohol led by Provincial Director Vina Antopina for making this happen. (Photo from Trisha Chatto FB Post)
Balilihan Council Passes 3 Ordinances on First Reading. Balilihan Councilor Pureza Veloso-Chatto (foreground) said the SB held its session early on Tuesday since Nov. 4, Wednesday, is Pres Carlos P Garcia Day, a holiday. The council passed on 1st Reading three ordinances authored by Hon. Jing Reyes and MayorCons Pureza Chatto, and fifteen Resolutions declaring barangay ordinances valid for implementation. (Photo from Pureza Veloso-Chatto FB Post)