The Gleam

𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐔𝐩: 10-𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐑𝐀𝐀 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭

Sarangani athletes arrived in Kiamba, Sarangani on March 24, marking the beginning of a 10-day training program as they prepare to take on the best athletes from the Division of Sarangani. The team is set to hone their skills and strategies in various sports events, fueled by determination and teamwork, as they aim to intensify the training for the upcoming SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Athletic Association meet.

𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘆: 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝘆𝘇𝗮 𝗢. 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀𝗴𝗮𝗱𝗼
𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘀 𝗯𝘆: 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝗺𝘆𝗶𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮 𝗔𝘆𝗲𝗻 𝗧. 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘀

𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲: 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐍𝐇𝐒 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞

The spotlight is on you! Kiamba National High School sends its strongest support to its talented students representing not just the school, but also the Division of Sarangani at the Regional Schools Press Conference (RSPC)! This is your moment to shine, to showcase the skills you've honed, and to make your voice heard.

As you take the regional stage, remember that it's not just about winning— it's about showcasing your skills, learning, and growing with fellow young journalists. May your passion for storytelling and truth-telling shine through in every word you write. Let your curiosity lead, your creativity flow, and your words inspire.

Best of luck, Kiamba NHS RSPC qualifiers! Go out there and make your mark. Represent Sarangani with pride, integrity, and journalistic excellence. You've got this, Journos!

| Edited by: Shakira Mae Medelo
| Caption by: Allyza Arriesgado

𝐄𝐃𝐒𝐀 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐀 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐔𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

In February 1986, millions of Filipinos filled a major highway in Metro Manila—not with violence, but with prayers, food, flowers, and courage. What became known as the EDSA People Power Revolution was a historic peaceful uprising that reshaped the Philippines and inspired democratic movements around the world.

The EDSA People Power Revolution restored democratic institutions in the Philippines and became a symbol of peaceful resistance worldwide. It showed that unity, courage, and collective action could overcome authoritarian rule.

Today marks the 40th year that EDSA remains more than just a highway. It represents the voice of the Filipino people—the reminder that democracy depends not only on leaders, but on citizens willing to stand up for their rights.

| Pubmat by: Nahum Tionson
| Caption by: Melchze Argenal

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩: 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐲𝐨𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Kiamba National High School (KNHS) emerged victorious in the Timpuyog Thematic Mass Dance Competition held on February 10, as part of the 22nd Timpuyog Festival Celebration in Kiamba, Sarangani Province, highlighting the rich heritage of the municipality.

| Article by: Allyza Arriesgado
Precious Erlene Tarinay
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐀𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐭: 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐲𝐨𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞

Smiles and colorful decorations light up the Timpuyog Heart Float Parade as local schools, establishments, and businesses take the spotlight at the Municipal Kiosk in Kiamba this February 10.

Each float tells a story, showcasing the creativity, teamwork, and vibrant spirit of the community, making the festival a true celebration of unity and culture.

| Article by: Precious Erlene Tarinay
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares
| Photo by: Keisha Marie Velasco

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐍𝐇𝐒 𝐛𝐚𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

From a plant once doubted to solutions that now stand tall, Grade 12 students of Kiamba National High School—Rods Tubino, Jobelle Carbonella, Marlyn Tugaoen, Gevie Bersabal, and Vincecyrus Sevillo—together with their coach, May Pearl Martinez, prove that when scientific curiosity is nurtured, possibilities truly grow.

Their dedication blooms beyond sleepless nights and relentless trials, earning them the Second Grand Champion award. A testament that science, when believed in, always finds a way to sprout.

| Article by: Precious Erlene Tarinay
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐲𝐨𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫

Through the power of prayer and worship, the Municipality of Kiamba formally opened the 22nd Timpuyog Festival with an ecumenical night that gathered the community in shared faith and reflection. Held at the Municipal Kiosk on February 9, the event brought together Kiambans from different walks of life, united in worship as one people—setting a solemn yet hopeful tone for days of celebration rooted in unity, gratitude, and devotion.

| Article by: Precious Erlene Tarinay
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares
| Captured by: Elliah Princess Baliad

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐲𝐨𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫

Through the power of prayer and worship, the Municipality of Kiamba formally opened the 22nd Timpuyog Festival with an ecumenical night that gathered the community in shared faith and reflection. Held at the Municipal Kiosk on February 9, the event brought together Kiambans from different walks of life, united in worship as one people—setting a solemn yet hopeful tone for days of celebration rooted in unity, gratitude, and devotion.

| Captioned by: Precious Erlene Tarinay
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares
| Captured by: Elliah Princess Baliad

𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗔 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐝: 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Through determination, discipline, and days of intense competition, Alabel rose above the field to claim the Overall Championship as the Sarangani Provincial Athletic Association (SPAA) 2026 has released its partial tally from February 4–7 in the Municipality of Kiamba, capping a week that showcased the province’s finest student-athletes.

Behind the champion, Glan secured the 1st runner-up spot, while Kiamba finished as 2nd runner-up. Maasim followed in 3rd runner-up, Maitum in 4th runner-up, Malungon in 5th runner-up, and Malapatan rounding out the rankings as 6th runner-up.

Beyond medals and placements, SPAA 2026 stood as a crucial proving ground for the upcoming SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Athletic Association (SRAA) meet in Sultan Kudarat—strengthening competition, sharpening skills, and uniting Sarangani’s athletes for the challenges ahead.

| Article by: Precious Erlene Tarinay
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐀 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞

As the final beats fade and celebratory chimes fill the air, we mark the end of a remarkable journey that brought together every Batang Sarangan with passion, talent, and unbreakable bond—from thrilling competitions to heartfelt collaborations, this year’s SPAA has painted our community in vibrant shades of pride and purpose, leaving behind memories that will echo long after the curtains close, and paving the way for even greater heights in the years to come.

| Caption by: Sophia Cinco
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares
Meisy Jane Amor Resuelo

SPAA Meet 2026 Update

As of 9:30 PM, February 5, 2026, Kiamba leads the board, with Glan and Alabel close behind as the competition heats up.

SPAA Meet 2026 Update

Here’s the partial and unofficial medal tally as of 9:30 PM, February 5, 2026. Kiamba leads the board, with Glan and Alabel close behind as the competition heats up. More events, more medals, more shake-ups coming—stay tuned as our athletes continue to give it their all!

𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗔 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | 𝐀 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐬: 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚’𝐬 𝐌𝐫. 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐬. 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭

February 4 marked a milestone for Sarangani sports and pageantry as the first-ever Sarangani Provincial Athletic Association (SPAA) Pageant concluded at the Kiamba Sports Complex, Kiamba National High School, with the Kiamba delegation proudly taking the spotlight—Aldrian Cydrik Alicando finishing as Second Runner-Up in the male category and Xyrene Alleah Bantilan securing First Runner-Up in the female division.

| Article by: Precious Erlene Tarinay
| Edited by: Cris John Pomares

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 | 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡: 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚, 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Stepping forward with steady confidence, Jesept Joy P. Garcia, a Palarong Pambansa 2025 silver medalist, and Batang Pinoy 2025 bronze medalist in Taekwondo, alongside other Palarong Pambansa qualifiers, led the lighting of the torch; one of the most symbolic honors of the ceremony.

In the sun-drenched fields of Kiamba National High School—a chorus of cheers rose as young athletes lined up with colorful jerseys at the starting blocks, ready to sprint, jump, and throw their way into Sarangani’s sporting history.

The Sarangani Provincial Athletic Association (SPAA) Meet delegates made a striking impression as they showcased their saludo, turning heads and igniting cheers while clad in their vibrant, color-rich jerseys that reflected both athletic excellence and deep cultural pride.

As the athletes stood shoulder to shoulder, the colors came alive, transforming the venue into a canvas of motion, pride, and provincial spirit. As the flame continued to burn, it marked the official opening of the SPAA competitions. The torch did more than signal the start of games, it told a story of aspiration, resilience, and the bright future of Sarangani’s youth—carried forward by athletes like Jesept, whose journey continues to inspire a generation.

I Article by: Melchze Argenal
I Edited by: Cris John Pomares