07/02/2026
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM LGU RIZAL
The Miss Kalinga 2026 Heat Is On!
As proud Rizalians, united as one, let us extend our all-out support to our very own Miss PaMaNa Queen 2025, Pacita Lee Mangagom Marallag.
Meanwhile, to address concerns regarding the selection of our official representative, the Local Government Unit of Rizal has diligently followed the proper and established selection process.
First, the reigning Ms. Rizal 2025, Ms. Phoebe Cates, underwent the official screening on January 7, 2026, before the Miss Kalinga 2026 Committee in Tabuk City. However, the screening panel disqualified Ms. Cates from participating in Miss Kalinga 2026 due to height requirements.
In accordance with the rules on succession, Ms. Pacita Lee Marallag, being the next most qualified titleholder, was selected to represent the Municipality of Rizal in Miss Kalinga 2026. Consequently, the Miss Kalinga 2026 Screening Committee officially admitted Ms. Marallag as Rizalβs representative on January 8, 2026.
With this, it is evident that all legal processes, stringent procedures, and qualification standards were properly observed and complied with.
To reiterate, bearing the standards set by the Miss Kalinga 2026 Committee, the Local Government Unit of Rizal, Kalinga, under the leadership of Hon. Karl Bugao P. Baac, has the right to send a qualified and competitive representativeβone who will stand firm, brave, and ready to conquer the stage.
To all supporters of the eight lovely candidates, we respectfully remind everyone to be mindful of comments circulating on Facebook and other social media platforms. Let us promote respect, positivity, and unity, as there is no room for bashing in pageantry.
Raniag Rizal