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Yeonggwang County Selects 'Saechungmu' and 'Sindongjin' as Public Reserve Rice Varieties for 2027
Yeonggwang County in Jeollanam-do announced on January 19 that it held a review committee for the selection of public reserve rice varieties on January 16 and selected the same two varieties, 'Saechungmu' and 'Sindongjin,' as in 2026 for the purchase of public reserve rice for the 2027 crop year. Saechungmu is a variety known for its excellent disease resistance and lodging tolerance, enabling stable production for farmers, and is also recognized for its superior grain quality. Sindongjin, a representative rice variety produced in the region, was chosen due to its high preference among both local farmers and consumers. Notably, Sindongjin was originally scheduled to be excluded from the list of public reserve rice purchase varieties starting in 2027. However, as the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs decided to continue supplying government-certified seeds, the Public Reserve Rice Purchase Variety Selection Committee decided to retain Sindongjin as a purchase variety. This
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"Expectations and Concerns Coexist Over Administrative Integration"…First Public Hearing Held in Gwangju
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Sungwhi Kang: "Empowering Basic Local Governments Key to Gwangju·Jeonnam Integration"
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Gurye County Heats Up as Premier Destination for Winter Training Camps
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Jangseong County's Population Increases by Over 1,000 in One Year... Pursuing Comprehensive Population Policies
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Gwangyang Signals the Start of Spring... Sohakjeong Plum Blossoms Bloom First in the Nation
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Jeollanam-do and Provincial Council Voice Concerns Over "Gwangju-Centric" Issues... Seeking Solutions for Administrative Integration
On January 19, Jeollanam-do held the second meeting between the provincial government and the provincial council regarding the Gwangju-Jeonnam Administrative Integration at the Choui Room of the Jeonnam Provincial Council, where they discussed key elements of the special bill, including government incentives and special provisions. More than 100 participants attended the meeting, including Kim Youngrok, Governor of Jeollanam-do; Kim Taekyun, Chairman of the Jeonnam Provincial Council; Kim Daejung, Superintendent of Jeonnam Office of Education; Kang Wiwon, Vice Governor for Economic Affairs and head of the Gwangju-Jeonnam Administrative Integration Planning Team; as well as directors of Jeonnam Province and provincial council members. This meeting marked the third communication event with the provincial council, following a briefing for all council members on January 8 and the first meeting on January 13. The session provided a detailed explanation of the progress of the administrative
Jeonnam Development Corporation Holds City Area Full Occupancy Housing Lottery... Supporting Independence of Vulnerable Groups
Jeonnam Development Corporation announced on the 19th that it held a public lottery event on the 18th at 2 p.m. in Gwangyang City and Muan County to select residents for the 'City Area Full Occupancy Housing.' The lottery event was conducted separately for Gwangyang City and Muan County, with the event held at Seonghwang Sports Center in Gwangyang City and the 10th floor auditorium of Jeonnam Development Corporation in Muan County, respectively. Gwangyang City drew significant attention, recording a competition rate of 154 to 1 for the general youth supply. A total of 146 applicants from Gwangyang City and 31 from Muan County participated in the public lottery, and five residents from each region, ten in total, were finally selected as residents. Notably, Gwangyang City included the first supply targeting self-reliant youth, drawing attention as a meaningful case supporting the stable independence of vulnerable groups in housing. The City Area Full Occupancy Housing is a Jeonnam-style
"Korea Webtoon Contest in Suncheon" Open for Entries... A Gateway for New Webtoon Creators
On January 19, Suncheon City announced that it will be hosting the "Korea Webtoon Contest in Suncheon" in partnership with webtoon anchor company Kenaz, targeting new creators nationwide.The city explained that this contest was organized to provide aspiring creators with fresh and innovative ideas the opportunity to debut, and to establish a webtoon industry ecosystem that grows alongside the local community. The application period will run from March 25 to March 31, and submissions can be made via email (contest@kenaz-re.com). Eligibility is open to aspiring creators aged 19 or older who have no previous serialization experience or have serialized fewer than two works in the media. There are no restrictions on subject matter, theme, or genre. However, adult content and works that have already won awards or secured contracts are excluded. The total prize pool is 100 million won, with the grand prize winner receiving 50 million won and the excellence award winner receiving 30 million wo
Gwangju Education Groups: "Special Provisions in Administrative Integration Act Will Worsen Regional Educational Disparities"
Civil society organizations in Gwangju's education sector have expressed concerns that special provisions regarding autonomous schools, gifted schools, and special-purpose high schools included in the Gwangju-Jeonnam Administrative Integration Special Act could exacerbate educational disparities between regions. The Gwangju Education Civic Coalition held a press conference in front of Dong-gu Office on the afternoon of the 19th, stating, "The special provisions of the special bill for the establishment of Gwangju-Jeonnam Special City allow the special city superintendent of education to directly establish various types of schools, such as autonomous schools, gifted schools, special-purpose high schools, and foreign educational institutions." They added, "Abusing these special provisions for the establishment of educational institutions undermines the legal system and can destroy the consistency of educational policy." They pointed out, "Gwangju and Jeonnam have different educational en
Gwangju City to Invest 449.9 Billion Won in 94 Youth Policy Projects
Gwangju Metropolitan City will invest 449.9 billion won in youth policies this year. The city will focus its budget on jobs and housing, and has finalized 94 youth projects covering education, culture, and participation. On January 19, Gwangju City held a Youth Policy Coordination Committee meeting in the small conference room at City Hall and approved the "2026 Youth Policy Implementation Plan." The Youth Policy Coordination Committee is the highest decision-making and deliberative body, chaired by the mayor and comprising 25 members, including relevant department heads, youth policy activists, and experts.With the goal of making Gwangju "a city of opportunity where youth can realize their dreams," the city will implement 94 projects across five sectors: jobs; education and vocational training; housing; finance, welfare, and culture; and participation and infrastructure. The total project budget is 449.9 billion won. For new initiatives, the city has allocated 756 million won to launc
Active-Duty Police Officer Caught Drunk Driving in Accident by CCTV Control Center
An active-duty police officer affiliated with the Jeonnam Provincial Police Agency was caught after causing an accident while driving under the influence, thanks to a report from a closed-circuit television (CCTV) control center. On January 19, the Muan Police Station in Jeonnam announced that it had booked, without detention, a police lieutenant in his 50s from the Jeonnam Provincial Police Agency on suspicion of violating the Road Traffic Act (drunk driving), and is currently investigating the case. The lieutenant is accused of driving while intoxicated at approximately 12:15 a.m. on January 16 on a road in Samhyang-eup, Muan County, Jeonnam, crashing into a roadside curb, and mounting the sidewalk in a single-vehicle accident. The incident was uncovered due to the sharp observation of a CCTV control center operator monitoring the late-night road conditions. Upon witnessing the accident, the control center immediately reported it to the police, who then apprehended the lieutenant at
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[Tomorrow's Weather] "Dress Warmly for Your Commute"... Severe Cold Wave in Gwangju and Jeonnam
Tomorrow, the Gwangju and Jeonnam regions will experience a sharp drop in morning temperatures and very cold conditions as cold air flows in from the northwest. According to the Gwangju Regional Meteorological Administration on January 19, due to the influence of cold air descending from the north starting tonight, the morning temperature on January 20 is forecasted to plummet by about 10 degrees compared to the previous day. In response, the Meteorological Administration issued a cold wave advisory at 9 p.m. on January 19 for four cities and counties: Gwangju, Damyang, Gokseong, and Jangseong in Jeonnam. On January 20, the morning low in most areas of Gwangju and Jeonnam is expected to drop to between -8°C and -3°C, and strong winds will make it feel even colder. The daytime high will also remain between -1°C and 5°C, which is lower than the seasonal average, so the cold is expected to persist.In 16 cities and counties in Jeonnam, including Goheung, Yeosu, and Mokpo, where a strong wi
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[Series] The 'Uncomfortable Bill' of Jeju’s Top-Tier Hospital Seen by a Cancer Patient Journalist (Part 2)
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