Shiela Mae Butlig is a correspondent for Mindanao Gold Star Daily. Based in Cagayan de Oro, She covers a wide range of local governance, social issues, and community-driven stories. Her work provides readers with essential, on-the-ground reporting, ensuring that the voice of the community remains at the forefront of the region’s news cycle.
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Camiguin’s lone district representative Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo’s election as Majority Leader of the Commission on Appointments (CA) could give Northern Mindanao a stronger voice in decisions involving key national government appointments.
Cagayan de Oro City Councilor Joyleen Mercedes “Girlie” Balaba defended her visit to former President Rodrigo Duterte at his International Criminal Court (ICC) detention facility in The Hague.
Cagayan de Oro City Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy has ordered the suspension of public school classes on August 13 and 14 due to a dangerous forecast heat index of 43°C. The move aims to protect students as PAGASA warns of intensifying El Niño conditions across the region.
The Philippine Heart Association (PHA) Northwestern Mindanao Chapter has formally opened its new regional base at Maria Reyna Xavier University Hospital in Cagayan de Oro City. The new office will help expand community-level cardiovascular health programs, early checkups, and hypertension awareness across Northern Mindanao.
he Supreme Court En Banc has denied with finality the motion for reconsideration filed by former Camiguin gubernatorial candidate Paul Rodriguez. Resolving the disqualification case over residency qualifications, the High Court ordered the immediate entry of judgment, clearing all legal challenges to Gov. Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo’s election victory.
Governor Juliette Uy forms a dedicated task force to inspect completed public works and verify building standards before Misamis Oriental clears remaining unpaid contractor claims.
NUJP Cagayan de Oro makes the unresolved murder of radio anchor Federico "Ding" Gempesaw the centerpiece of its campaign against media impunity in Northern Mindanao.
Comelec advances preparations for the historic BARMM parliamentary elections as regional leaders and civic groups launch anti-vote-buying initiatives in Marawi City.
San Juan City plans to formalize a sisterhood partnership with Cagayan de Oro City, aiming to bolster economic development, tourism, and governance cooperation across regions.
Governor Xavier Jesus Romualdo reaffirms Camiguin's prohibition on lottery operations, prioritizing household financial security and family needs over potential provincial gambling revenues.
A massive four-alarm blaze in Burgos, Barangay 7 destroyed seven homes, affected the barangay hall, and consumed a BFP fire truck during emergency operations.