Here is a summary of the latest reported events from across Bohol Island, sourced from respected regional and national news outlets.
1. Motorcyclist Injured in Collision with Jeepney in Tagbilaran Intersection
A 32-year-old motorist was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following a collision with a passenger jeepney at the intersection of J.A. Clarin and Gallares Streets in Tagbilaran City midday Monday. Traffic enforcers cited alleged failure to yield as the primary cause, according to a report from the City Traffic Management Office.
2. DPWH Announces Completion of Drainage Project in Flood-Prone Corella Area
The *Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Bohol 3rd District Engineering Office* announced the completion of a new 1.2-kilometer reinforced concrete drainage canal in Poblacion, Corella. The project, as reported by the Philippine News Agency (PNA), aims to mitigate seasonal flooding that has long affected the central market area.
3. Provincial Agriculture Office Reports Strong Q4 Yield for Bohol’s Rice Granary Towns
Initial estimates from the Bohol Provincial Agriculture Office (PAO) indicate an above-average yield for the 2025 main harvest in key rice-producing towns like Ubay, Carmen, and Pilar. Officials, in a statement to Bohol Chronicle, attribute this to favorable weather and the increased use of certified seeds.
4. Tourism Congress Bohol Elects New Set of Officers for 2026
The private sector-led Tourism Congress Bohol held its annual election, selecting a new president and board of trustees for the 2026 term. The incoming leadership, as covered by Tagbilaran City News, outlined a primary agenda focused on sustainable tourism practices and enhancing visitor experience standards.
5. BFAR-7 Issues Red Tide Advisory for Specific Coastal Area of Bohol
The *Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) – Region 7* released a shellfish bulletin, covered by GMA Regional News, confirming a red tide toxin in coastal waters off the municipality of Jao. The public is advised to refrain from gathering and eating all types of shellfish from the affected area.
6. Renovation of Historic Clarin Ancestral House in Loay Nears Completion
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) reported that the restoration of the Clarin Ancestral House in Loay is 90% complete. The project, which aims to preserve the 19th-century Bahay na Bato, is on track to open as a new cultural museum by mid-2026, per an Inquirer.net feature.
7. PDRRMO Conducts First-Responder Refresher Training Across Municipalities
The Bohol Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) concluded a series of week-long advanced first aid and emergency response training sessions for volunteers from 12 municipalities. The capacity-building initiative was funded through a partnership with a national humanitarian organization.
8. New Direct Bus Route from Cebu City to Anda Becomes Operational
A major bus liner, in a report by Cebu Daily News, has launched a new direct route from Cebu City’s South Bus Terminal to the white sand beaches of Anda, Bohol. The daily service is expected to provide a more convenient and affordable travel option for tourists and locals alike.
9. Tagbilaran City Health Office Launches Free Annual Diabetes Screening Program
The Tagbilaran City Health Office (CHO) initiated a city-wide “Know Your Numbers” campaign, offering free fasting blood sugar screening at all barangay health centers for residents aged 40 and above. The program aims for early detection and management of diabetes.
10. Loboc Children’s Choir Announces 2026 International Goodwill Tour
The world-renowned Loboc Children’s Choir has officially announced a planned goodwill tour to Europe in the summer of 2026, as reported on their official social media channels and confirmed by the Provincial Information Office. The tour aims to promote cultural exchange and Philippine music.