The Jul-Aug 2012 issue of Gensan Gazer offers a rich, multifaceted portrait of General Santos City—its people, history, creativity, and evolving identity—through stories that blend heritage, lifestyle, and contemporary culture. At its heart is a tribute to a Gensan doctor hailed as a Bayaning Pilipino, alongside a deep dive into the Manilay Ancestral House, celebrated as the city's foremost heritage home. With echoes of The Godfather and The Great Gatsby, the house becomes a glamorous yet grounded backdrop for tradition and modernity, highlighted further by features on the Mr. & Ms. Gensan winners.
Community pride continues with coverage of the Tuna Festival 2012, capturing the energy of one of the city's most iconic celebrations. The issue also looks back at the pioneers of General Santos City's mass media, examining how early voices shaped today's cultural landscape, while another feature traces the rise of the "Gensan brand" and what it represents locally and beyond.
Travel, lifestyle, and leisure round out the experience. From the serene escape of Bagasbas to the eco-luxury of Amandari Cove, readers are invited to explore both near and far. Fashion, beauty, and pop culture shine in curated lists, product features, and music and book reviews, offering a snapshot of contemporary tastes. Columns like Pinoy Says, Tisay Says and Pop Pizzazz add humor and relatability, while opinion pieces and reflective essays bring depth and introspection.
Fitness, fashion, and the arts intersect in features on Zumba, masquerade-inspired style, and period art, complemented by striking photography and visual storytelling. The issue closes with thoughtful reflections and community development stories, leaving readers with a lasting sense of memory, identity, and the vibrant spirit of General Santos City.
