BY GERRY LEE GORIT
Villanueva, Misamis Oriental re-electionist mayor Jenny Uy-Mendez tosses the ceremonial ball for the start of the Pride Center Basketball League on April 3, 2022 at the town plaza’s Covered Court.
The basketball league, which features four teams comprising of gay players and another four teams with lesbian players, is Uy’s administration’s way of recognizing LGBTQ members in society. The event is part of the town’s celebration of the 2022 Women’s Month. – Photos by Gerry Lee Gorit