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I believe that to truly understand the challenges we face in the Marianas, you have to see our islands firsthand.
These days, information comes at us fast through online and social media, and it is hard to have real conversations about what matter
Congratulations to Saipan’s own Brian Youn on earning his Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Brian was among thousands of graduates celebrated at Georgia Tech’s 268th Commencement this May. Georgia Tech is one of the nation’s top public research institutions, and it’s wonderful to see students from the Marianas represented at this level. We’re proud of you, Brian and I know your parents are overjoyed to see you succeed. Your achievement reflects both your hard work and the potential of our islands’ youth.
The last couple of weeks have been a reminder of how quickly weather can change and how important it is to stay prepared. From the recent tropical disturbance to the tsunami alert, we’ve seen just how vital accurate information is in keeping our community safe. On Monday, I had the opportunity to meet with brothers Brandon and Landon Aydlett of the National Weather Service, along with the NOAA Congressional Affairs team, to discuss how NWS supports our region and how we can strengthen that work in Congress.
A few weeks ago, I met with members of the community who have spent years seeking answers about the disappearance of American aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart—particularly the pieces of her story tied to the Marianas. While much remains unknown, many of our elders remain firm in their belief that she was seen on Saipan, and that our islands may hold a key role in this chapter of American history. During our meeting, I committed to supporting efforts to uncover the truth.
Doing business in today’s economy is tough, and it’s even tougher on Rota.
While in Washington, D.C. for the Department of Justice, Advanced Financial Management Training, Lauri Ogumoro and Lee Anne Y.
Rota is beautiful, the food is delicious, but it’s the people who bring the real shine to this gem of our Commonwealth.
Eighty years ago, Tinian launched the mission that brought World War II to an end.