Jinan County's official Facebook page has won the Grand Prize in the local government category at the prestigious 'Social Media Awards 2026'.
According to the county on July 29, the Social Media Awards evaluates entries based on five categories: service, visuals, branding, marketing, and content, using 15 detailed criteria through four stages of judging: preliminary, main, final, and ultimate.
The official Facebook page, which has fostered authentic communication with visitors through emotional content showcasing the county's beautiful nature and daily life, received high marks for effectively delivering local news and lifestyle information in a relatable manner.
This is not the first accolade for the county's official Facebook; it also won an award at the Social Media Awards 2025 held last year.
With this latest recognition, the county has achieved a remarkable streak of awards over six consecutive years, including the Public Information Innovation Award in 2021, the Grand Prize in the Public YouTube category in 2022, and the Grand Prize in the County and District YouTube category in both 2023 and 2024, as well as the Grand Prize in the County Facebook category in 2025.
Jinan County Mayor Jeon Chun-seong stated, "This award is a result of our efforts to communicate more closely with residents through online channels. We will continue to enhance practical and warm digital communication to promote the value and appeal of Jinan County nationwide."
The official Facebook page currently boasts 36,000 followers.
In response to the summer vacation season, Jinan County announced on July 29 that it will conduct an intensive crackdown on illegal activities in rivers and valleys until the end of August. This initiative aims to provide a pleasant and safe environment for tourists and residents while ensuring fair access to the rivers.
To enhance the effectiveness of the crackdown, the county plans to strengthen on-site management by establishing a dedicated task force that will patrol key valleys and rivers regularly.
During the enforcement process, any illegal activities detected will be immediately addressed on-site. For illegal commercial activities, the county plans to impose strict fines, issue restoration orders, and, if necessary, pursue legal action in accordance with relevant regulations.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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