The Apr-May 2011 issue of Gensan Gazer captures a city in motion, balancing national pride, local achievement, and global perspective. The edition opens with major headlines, including President P-Noy's address to the national prosecutors assembly and the crowning of Shamcey Supsup as Miss Philippines Universe 2011, reflecting both civic engagement and cultural celebration. The city's expanding digital presence continues as Gensan Gazer reaches readers in 247 cities across 41 nations, cementing its role as a global connector.
Heritage and community feature prominently with Yaman Gensan, now open, and the FutureScape Series' GenSkyway, a fictional futuristic urban vision. Travel and culture offer a dynamic mix: from a Venetian day trip in Travel Tales & Trivia to the thrills of Siargao's surf scene, highlighting adventure and exploration. Music and literature are explored through Book Pickings and Music Reviews, featuring artists and authors spanning genres and generations.
Sustainability and well-being are threaded throughout the issue, with Green Living tips, eco-initiatives like Gensan's Great Green Race, and Health Bits focused on smart choices for longevity and fitness. Local enterprise and social initiatives are covered in Itlog Mo 'Noy? Orange? and Community Development, showing how grassroots efforts shape both economy and civic life.
Lifestyle and creativity shine in Places2Go | GGPicks, Ambush Fashionista, Pop Pizzazz, and Arts Attack, Culture Shock, celebrating fashion, festivals, and imaginative expression. Practical considerations like shopping local versus online and self-care advice appear in Back2Back, while the issue closes with a reflective Postscript, Justice and Other Ironies, inviting readers to consider the nuances of civic life, community, and culture in modern Gensan.
