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  In Dumaguete City, Dr. Jose Rizal's 127th death anniversary resonated with a call for active contribution from the youth. Former Dumaguete SK Federation Chairman   Renz Macion, the commemorative speaker, urged young people to "make our freedom more robust and inclusive" by fostering their potential not just for personal gain, but for the collective good.   Knights of Rizal of Negros Oriental Area His message in the commemoration rites was loud and clear for all those present that include not only the government officials and employees but also teachers, uniform service personnel, members of the civil society organizations and young leaders of the community: “the youth are not merely the future; we are the present. Let us foster our potential, not just for personal gain but for the collective betterment of our beloved country.”    The morning began with a wreath-laying ceremony led by Vice-Mayor Isabel  Longa Sagabarria, honoring Rizal's martyrdom that inspir

    Dumaguete City, November 24, 2023 — The Negros Island History, Heritage & Arts Society, in collaboration with the City Government of Dumaguete,Provincial Government of Negros Oriental , the Paulinian Art Society, and the Buglas Reading & Writers Club, joined hands to commemorate the 125th Negros Oriental Liberation Day. This significant event aimed to pay tribute to the Negrosanon heroes who played pivotal roles in the Negros Revolution against Spanish Rule.     Jose de la Viña III,Penn Larena , Alex Amor Jr.,Gov. Chaco Sagarbarria,Juvi Calago , Franco Villegas,   Jane Frances Villegas-Estrope,   Amafel Morales great grandchildren of   Don  Diego de la Viña   Liberator from Spanish Rule   The commemoration took place at the De la Vina Monument in Manuel Quezon Park, Dumaguete City, starting at 8:00 o’clock in the morning. A symbolic testament to the struggles and triumphs of the past, served as the backdrop for a solemn floral offering and a short program that resonat