AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCommunity & Heritage: The Chamorro diaspora in the U.S. is set to gather in Tacoma for the second “Chamorro Day Festival” on June 27, described as a “huge family reunion” for CHamorus from Guam, Saipan, Rota, and Tinian, with Guma’ Imahe helping keep language, song, and dance alive. Local Justice & Work Protections: A Saipan businessman, Angel Paras Cruz Jr., was sentenced to 12 months home detention (with probation) for visa fraud tied to exploiting CW-1 transitional worker applicants, including false wage and work-hour claims and unsafe living conditions. Education & Resilience: Saipan and Tinian students returned to school this week after Super Typhoon Sinlaku forced an early end to the year, with summer programs restarting for about 1,500 students. Culture Through Sports: Saipan’s youth are showing up in force in the Marianas Youth Billiards Association Open 8-Ball League, while the Saipan Chamber of Commerce tees up its July 25 scholarship golf tournament to support local higher education. Regional Travel & Recovery: Saipan’s international flights are back after a two-month pause, with Jeju Air resuming Seoul–Saipan service and adding weekly flights through Oct. 25. Power & Daily Life: Former Gov. Ralph DLG Torres says his first priority would be stabilizing CNMI’s power system via a new Saipan plant and expanded renewables.
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