Manaphag Ripples / Concepcion Information Office

𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐍, 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐏𝐂𝐈𝐎𝐍! 🌬️

Our community deserves a healthy environment free from toxic smoke and v***r. Under Municipal Ordinance 2021-03, we are taking a stand to protect our families and workers

𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐄 𝐃𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒?
1. To Protect Workers: Ensuring service industry employees are not exposed to hazardous chemicals in their workplaces

2. To Protect Children: Keeping our schools and playgrounds safe with a 100-meter sales ban

3. To Save Lives: Reducing hospital admissions for heart attacks and strokes caused by secondhand smoke

Remember: The minimum legal age for to***co and v**e use is now 21 years old. Fines for violations reach up to P2,500

Let’s make our public spaces safe for everyone. Report violations to your local Smoke/Vape-Free Task Force!

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𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐍𝐨 𝐓𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: 𝐔𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐥! 🌍

This year, we join the World Health Organization in "𝐔𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐥 – 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧". The global campaign exposes how the to***co industry uses slick packaging, deceptive marketing, and kid-friendly flavors to hook a new generation into a cycle of addiction.

📍𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬:
▫️40 million children (ages 13–15) globally are already using to***co products.
▫️In many regions, children are nine times more likely than adults to use e-cigarettes/v**es.
▫️There is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke; it contains over 7,000 chemicals, with 𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝟕𝟎 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫.

📍𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐨:
To protect our youth and community, the Municipality of Concepcion strictly enforces 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐨. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏-𝟎𝟑. We are committed to denormalizing to***co use and providing a healthy environment for all.

▫️𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡: The minimum legal age for the sale, distribution, and use of to***co or v**es is 𝟐𝟏 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐥𝐝.
▫️𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬: Selling, advertising, or promoting these products is absolutely prohibited within 100 meters of schools, playgrounds, and health facilities.
▫️𝐂𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐋𝐋: Smoking and va**ng are banned in all enclosed public places, workplaces, and public conveyances.

📍Violations will be penalized:
▫️𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞: 𝐏𝟓𝟎𝟎
▫️𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞: 𝐏𝟏,𝟓𝟎𝟎
▫️𝟑𝐫𝐝 & 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝟐,𝟓𝟎𝟎 (𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐬).

𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫. 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐞-𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🚭

🌾🐟 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬' 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐬' 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🐟🌾

May 29, 2026 | The Municipal Agriculture Office successfully spearheaded the 8th Farmers' and Fisherfolks' Day Celebration 2026 with the theme, “Watering the Earth, Nurturing the Water: A Day of Recognition and Unity.” This meaningful celebration is in line with Proclamation No. 33, Series of 1989, which declares the month of May as Farmers' and Fisherfolks' Month throughout the Philippines.

The day commenced with a Holy Mass, offering gratitude for the blessings received and prayers for the continued progress and prosperity of the agriculture and fisheries sectors. This was followed by a foot parade that showcased the invaluable contributions of our local farmers and fisherfolk to the growth and food security of our municipality.

The celebration continued at the Municipal Auditorium with a program filled with exciting activities, including raffle draws, an open forum, and a lively Zumba contest.

The event was graced by Mr. Millex Villanueva, representing Mayor Milliard S. Villanueva, together with the members of the Sangguniang Bayan represented by Hon. Jovic Manderico, Hon. Mark Villaruz, and Hon. Cristen Mary Orpeza, and Dr. Darel B. Tabuada, Provincial Veterinarian.

This celebration served is a reminder of the vital role our farmers and fisherfolk play in sustaining our communities, ensuring food security, and driving local economic growth.

The success of this event would not have been possible without the tireless efforts and commitment of the Municipal Agriculture Office, under the leadership of Municipal Agriculturist Mr. Billy C. Morong.

To all our farmers and fisherfolk, thank you for your invaluable contributions. Your hard work nourishes our families, strengthens our communities, and secures a brighter future for generations to come. 🌾💙🐟

📢𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬

In accordance with Executive Order No. 33, Series of 2026, the Local Government Unit of Concepcion hereby announces the lifting of the adoption of the Four (4)-Day Onsite Work Arrangement through a Compressed Workweek and Extended Office Hours Scheme previously implemented under Executive Order No. 17, Series of 2026.

The said work arrangement was adopted pursuant to the Office of the President Memorandum Circular No. 114 dated March 6, 2026, directing all government agencies and instrumentalities to strictly observe energy conservation protocols.

With the issuance of Executive Order No. 33, Series of 2026, all officials and employees of the Local Government Unit of Concepcion shall now revert to the regular five-day workweek schedule, from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, effective June 1, 2026.

The LGU assures the public of its continued commitment to delivering efficient, responsive, and accessible public service while maintaining operational effectiveness in the workplace.

For the information and guidance of everyone.

Thank you.

𝗖𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗟 𝗪𝗘𝗗𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚✨

May 28, 2026, Hon. Milliard S. Villanueva, Municipal Mayor of Concepcion, had the honor of officiating the civil wedding of 𝐊𝐢𝐦 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧 𝐆. 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐬𝐨 & 𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐀. 𝐀𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐝𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐋. 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 & 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐀. 𝐀𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐧


Best wishes and heartfelt congratulations to the newlyweds! May the Lord bless your union with love, harmony, and countless joyful moments.

𝙈𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙛𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙖𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙤𝙤𝙣-𝙩𝙤-𝙗𝙚 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧.

𝗦𝗟𝗣 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘆 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴✨

Yesterday, the Provincial Director of the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), PD Anthony Laruan, together with PDO Lester Jhun Napacia and PDO Kleza Butin, paid a courtesy visit to Mayor Milliard S. Villanueva and Ms. Gloria Franco of the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO).

The visit served as an opportunity to discuss ongoing livelihood initiatives and programs that continue to provide support and opportunities for individuals and associations in the municipality.

Following the courtesy visit, the SLP team attended the Microenterprise Management Training participated in by ALS beneficiaries and members of the Laguerta Association, who were referred by Cebuana Lhuillier for livelihood assistance. The training focused on enhancing participants’ knowledge and skills in managing small businesses, handling finances, and exploring income-generating opportunities that may help improve their daily lives.

Through activities like this, beneficiaries are given the chance to learn practical skills and gain valuable insights that can help them start, strengthen, and sustain their livelihood ventures.

📢 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐍𝐎. 𝟏𝟐𝟔𝟒, 𝐬. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Malacañang has officially declared Wednesday, May 27, 2026, as a Regular Holiday throughout the country in observance of Eid’l Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice.

Eid’l Adha is one of the most significant celebrations in the Islamic faith, commemorating the spirit of faith, sacrifice, compassion, and obedience. This occasion also serves as a reminder of the importance of unity, generosity, and understanding among all Filipinos regardless of culture and religion.

In line with this declaration, government offices, institutions, and private establishments are encouraged to observe the holiday accordingly and give everyone the opportunity to reflect, celebrate, and spend meaningful time with their families and loved ones.

May this occasion inspire peace, solidarity, and respect for one another as we continue to foster harmony within our communities.

𝐄𝐢𝐝 𝐌𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐤 to our Muslim brothers and sisters! 🤍

🥇 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘅𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱, 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮

Trixia Anne Arellano of Region VI, proudly representing Concepcion, Iloilo, delivered the first gold medal for Iloilo in Athletics during the Palarong Pambansa after dominating the Elementary Girls’ 200-Meter Dash.

With remarkable speed, determination, and confidence, Arellano sprinted her way to victory, leaving her competitors behind as she crossed the finish line without looking back.

The Municipality of Concepcion proudly celebrates this incredible milestone and commends Trixia Anne Arellano for bringing honor, pride, and inspiration to the people of Concepcion and the entire Province of Iloilo. Your victory serves as a shining reminder that with hard work, determination, and faith, dreams can truly be achieved.

Congratulations, Trixia! The Municipality of Concepcion is immensely proud of you, and we look forward to seeing you achieve even greater success in the future.✨

📷 Photo Credits: Ray Cabarles

🕯️𝗔𝗜𝗗𝗦 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹

May 25, 2026 | Earlier today, the Municipal Health Office spearheaded the observance of the AIDS Candle Light Memorial at the Municipal Lobby with the theme: “Light the Legacy: Remember. Advance. Act. Keeping the Light Alive.”

The meaningful activity served as a moment of remembrance, solidarity, and hope as candles were lit in honor of the lives lost to HIV/AIDS. It also highlighted the importance of continuing the fight against HIV through awareness, education, compassion, and collective action.

Beyond remembering those we have lost, the event also aimed to show support and encouragement to individuals living with HIV, while promoting understanding and eliminating stigma and discrimination within the community. Through gatherings like this, we are reminded that every life matters and that compassion and inclusivity remain essential in building a healthier and more informed society.

The observance was fully supported by Mayor Milliard S. Villanueva, Vice Mayor Jovelyn O. Estrada, Members of the Sangguniang Bayan, Department Heads, LGU Employees, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, and SPES Beneficiaries.

As the candles continued to glow, they symbolized not only remembrance, but also a reminder to keep the light alive through empathy, education, and continuous action toward a future free from stigma and discrimination.

🌊⛵ 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | A Celebration of Faith, Culture, and Gratitude

Yesterday, May 23, 2026, Barangay Igbon, Concepcion, Iloilo once again gathered in celebration of “BIRAY,” a cherished fluvial procession that honors faith, culture, and the abundant blessings from the sea that continue to sustain the lives of many families in the community.

Rooted in the beliefs and traditions passed down by the ancestors since the early 1960s, BIRAY has long been part of the identity of Barangay Igbon. Celebrated every third week of May during the high tide, this long-standing tradition serves as a thanksgiving for the blessings, protection, and livelihood provided by the sea to the coastal community.

The celebration also began with a Holy Mass attended by residents and devotees, offering prayers of gratitude and guidance before the much-awaited fluvial procession. Following the Mass, numerous pumpboats—big and small—beautifully decorated and carrying saints sailed together across the waters as part of the procession.

For more than a decade in its present organized form, BIRAY has continued to grow bigger each year, attracting more participants and spectators from different communities. The increasing number of decorated boats joining the procession reflects the people’s enduring faith and their support to preserving the traditions inherited from previous generations.

Beyond the colorful display at sea, BIRAY symbolizes the deep connection of the people to their culture, history, and way of life as a fishing community. It is a tradition that continues to unite families and residents in honoring their faith and expressing gratitude for the blessings they receive throughout the years.

The continued success of BIRAY also contributes to the growing tourism and cultural identity of the Municipality of Concepcion. It highlights the unique traditions of the island and coastal communities while showcasing the pride, devotion, and unity of the people of Barangay Igbon.

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