Guv's wedding anniversary

Negros Occidental Gov. Joseph and Aida Marañon recently celebrated their wedding anniversary at their Sta. Clara residence in Bacolod City with a private lunch with their immediate families. Aida Marañon recalled the first time she met the governor. It was at PNB Victorias where both were employed. Later, Aida's family decided to put up their own bank and Joseph was invited to be its president. The rest is history.

Joseph became a very good provider for his wife and children. Then he became the long-standing mayor of Sagay, until he was elected as Governor of Negros Occidental, the position he holds until now.

Beyond being the breadwinner of the family, he is a father who has taught his children many lessons in life and molded them to become what they are today - successful Filipinos who have a deeply rooted love for God, family and country. Despite his hectic schedule, he always makes time for his family and they often go on bonding trips during their much-deserved vacations. As a father he is kindhearted, caring and loving, not only to them but also to everyone, especially to the less fortunate.

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Sunshine Channel is Bacolod's newest cable station. It is headed by Primo Esleyer under Prime Exponent Entertainment Network. "I am very happy that many mediamen and businessmen came out and supported me," Esleyer, founder of the network, said. Having hosted a television show, Feedback, way back in 1974-86, Esleyer makes a grand comeback on television though his network. "I saw there was a bright prospect for media entertainment" he said. Why did he name the channel "Sunshine"? He said "Sunshine represents hope, development, light and enlightenment." The Sunshine Network is managed by Amado Villacarlos.*