PORAC -- Sun.Star Pampanga reporter Ian Ocampo Flora was awarded by the Municipality of Porac for his contribution to community reporting here.
Mayor Condralito dela Cruz presented the award to Flora during the flag raising rites on Monday.
Flora recently won in the 9th Bright Leaf Journalism Awards 2015 for Tobacco Story of the Year, besting hundreds of entries in the said category.
This is Flora’s second award from the prestigious body as he already won in the 7th Bright Leaf Journalism Awards 2013 for Best Agriculture Feature Story.
Flora has been the recipient of recognitions and citations from non-government organizations, like Quota and Rotary, for his community reporting.
Flora was awarded with the Provincial Board (PB) Resolution 3115 in 2013. The Pampanga Provincial Board led by Vice-Governor Dennis Pineda recognized the achievement of Flora, particularly for "bringing attention to the pro-environment programs in the City of San Fernando" in 2013.
Aside from the PB citation, Flora was also given a similar recognition by the Municipal Council of Sta. Rita for his community reporting.
Aside from being a local reporter, Flora is also a college professor. He holds a Masters Degree in English Language and Literature Teaching. He is currently finishing his studies for a Doctorate Degree in Educational Management.
Flora is Sun.Star Pampanga’s resident society columnist covering topics on food, travel, community events and culture. (JTD/Sun.Star Pampanga)