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Butuan City is alive with color, culture, and celebration as the 40th Balangay Festival 2026 officially opened on May 5, 2026. Butuan City Mayor Lawrence Fortun led the opening ceremonies, marking another milestone in the city annual celebration of its rich historical heritage. The Balangay Festival is Butuan City premier cultural event, honoring the city…
Butuan City marked the start of Brigada Eskwela 2026 with a meaningful ceremony as the Department of Education (DepEd) held the oath-taking of 956 newly promoted teaching and non-teaching personnel from school divisions across the Caraga region. Education Secretary Juan Edgardo Sonny Angara personally administered the oath at the event held on June 8, highlighting…
Butuan City moved quickly to prioritize safety after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off Sarangani province in Southern Mindanao on Monday, June 8, 2026. Mayor Lawrence Fortun ordered the immediate suspension of classes at all levels across the city, giving way to rapid damage assessments of buildings, roads, and other critical infrastructure. The Philippine Institute…
Butuan City, officially the City of Butuan, is a highly urbanized city. It serves as the regional center of the Caraga Region in Mindanao, Philippines. The city acts as a vital gateway to Northern Mindanao. This busy city mixes a fast-growing modern economy with an amazing ancient history. Rich Pre-Colonial History Long before the Philippines…
Butuan City, officially the City of Butuan, is a highly urbanized city and the regional center of the Caraga Region in Mindanao. Known for its rich pre-colonial history, Butuan was an ancient trading hub celebrated for its metallurgical skills and the seafaring “Balangay” boats. Today, the city is a booming commercial and industrial center serving…