Education & Local Leadership: Public School System head Dr. Lawrence F. Camacho wrapped up nearly 2.5 years as commissioner, citing team wins as he steps down to pursue a governor bid. Aquaculture & Research Funding: UH Hilo is joining NOAA’s new $13.5M, five-year CIFARM consortium to expand U.S. marine aquaculture, with UH researchers leading work that includes tech development and AI-supported aquaculture demonstrations. Military Construction Command Shift: The Navy disestablished OICC Marine Corps Marianas after a decade of Guam construction support and stood up a new Resident Officer in Charge of Construction command, with responsibility moving to Capt. David Sare. Public Health Oversight Strain: DPHSS says only three fully trained inspectors are covering high-risk facility checks, completing about half of required inspections—raising alarms about food safety and institutional oversight gaps. Energy Cost Relief in Tinian: FEMA and the military are covering generation and fuel costs temporarily, so residents see only the basic $7 service fee until around July 10. Nuclear Policy Watch: A House Armed Services amendment would pilot small modular reactors across the Western Pacific, prompting Guam security concerns about future reactor testing or operations. Disaster Recovery in CNMI: CNMI officials report major progress restoring power and water after Sinlaku, with most primary power lines re-energized on Saipan but distribution repairs still ongoing. Governance & Budget Tension: Blas and Ada propose a hiring/pay freeze, while Acting Gov. Tenorio argues it conflicts with prior attorney general opinions on executive staffing authority.
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Aquaculture & Food Security: The University of Hawaiʻi is joining NOAA’s $13.5M CIFARM consortium to expand U.S. marine aquaculture, with UH Hilo’s Chatham Callan leading research that will blend engineering, tech development, AI, and marine demonstrations. Public Health Oversight: Guam’s DPHSS says staffing shortages mean only about half of required high-risk facility inspections are getting done, raising concerns for food safety and institutional oversight. Local Governance & Hiring: Guam lawmakers propose freezing certain hiring and pay increases, but Acting Gov. Josh Tenorio says it conflicts with prior attorney general opinions on executive staffing authority. Education Infrastructure: The Office of Public Accountability is weighing whether to dismiss a procurement appeal tied to stalling the Simon Sanchez High School rebuild. Disaster Tech & Resilience: After a 7.8 quake in southern Philippines, Pacific agencies—including Guam—issued tsunami monitoring advisories and coastal alerts. Energy & Utilities: Tinian residents are temporarily billed only a basic $7 customer fee while FEMA and the military cover generation and fuel costs. STEM Education Expansion: SIFA Learning Academy Charter School is moving into high school freshman grades for 2026–27 with a new Tamuning campus plan featuring science labs and robotics. Nuclear Policy Watch: Congress advances a pilot program for small modular reactors in the Indo-Pacific, prompting Guam security concerns from a local think tank.
Nuclear Policy Shock for Guam: A House Armed Services Committee amendment would pilot small modular nuclear reactors in the Indo-Pacific by 2030, and Guam’s island-security experts warn the expanded “microreactor” definition could raise risk for any Guam experiments or deployments. Deep-Sea Mining Rules Under Fire: As the U.S. moves toward leasing seabed areas, experts say proposed federal regulations are too “bare bones,” with weaker environmental review and public input, and possible exemptions tied to how resources are classified. Guam Budget Update: GovGuam collected about $36.6M less than expected in April, mainly from delayed income tax filings after Super Typhoon Sinlaku; officials expect a May rebound. Local STEM & Learning: SIFA Learning Academy Charter School is expanding into 9th grade for 2026–27 with a new Tamuning campus plan featuring science labs and robotics, plus an AI-focused program. Disaster Tech & Readiness: After a 7.8 quake off Mindanao triggered tsunami alerts across the Pacific, Guam and other islands were placed under monitoring advisories while New Zealand reported no threat. Utilities & Recovery: CNMI power restoration is advancing after Sinlaku, with crews and utility workers recognized for getting lines and generation back online. Defense Infrastructure & Training: OICC MCM was officially disestablished after a decade supporting major base construction across Guam and the region.
Defense & Infrastructure: OICC MCM formally disestablished June 9 after a decade supporting Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz, Naval Base Guam, Skaggs Training Complex, and Anderson AFB—overseeing $8.7B in construction and modernization. Public Safety & Health Funding: Guam Del. James Moylan says the House passed FY2027 Agriculture Appropriations, with potential $5M+ for Guam Memorial Hospital upgrades, Guam Fire emergency response, and forensic/DNA lab improvements. Local Economy: GovGuam April tax collections fell $36.6M vs expectations, largely tied to Sinlaku-delayed income tax filings; May is expected to rebound. Regional Tech/Comms Research: A PNG study tracking mobile internet pricing throughout 2025 highlights stability amid new undersea cable plans, including Pipe Pacific Cable 1 from Guam. Geopolitics Under the Sea: Analysis reports China expanding undersea mapping and surveillance across the Pacific and beyond, potentially aiding submarine navigation and cable targeting. Earthquake & Tsunami Watch: A 7.8 quake hit southern Philippines, triggering tsunami monitoring advisories across the Pacific including Guam, while New Zealand says there’s no threat. STEM Education: SIFA secures a Tamuning campus and expands into 9th grade with a science lab and robotics focus.
Guam–CNMI Recovery Updates: CNMI Homeland Security says power and water restoration after Super Typhoon Sinlaku is moving into a stronger phase, with Saipan reporting about 99% of primary power lines re-energized and generation capacity restored to 34.7 megawatts, while distribution repairs and reconnections continue. Regional Defense & Tech: About 100 Guam Army National Guard soldiers took over security of the THAAD site in a new rotation, continuing a mission since 2019. STEM Education Expansion: SIFA Learning Academy Charter School secured a new Tamuning campus lease and will expand into 9th grade for 2026–2027, adding a science lab, robotics classroom, and an AI-focused program. Earthquake & Tsunami Monitoring: A 7.8 quake off Mindanao triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific; Guam was listed under advisories, while New Zealand reported no tsunami threat. Nuclear Policy Watch: Congress is weighing a push for nuclear microreactors in the Indo-Pacific by 2030, with Guam’s delegate voting no amid concerns about transparency and risk to Guam. Local Utilities & Resilience: Guam leaders hosted appreciation events for GPA and CUC crews supporting CNMI power recovery, and Guam Power Authority is exploring alternative fuel options as Asia’s supply tightens. Agriculture & Food Tech: UOG’s marketing workshop series will help Guam farmers and food entrepreneurs improve product identity, traceability, and sales, while GSAT’s assistive tech conference spotlights practical tools for daily independence.
Pacific Tsunami Watch: A 7.8-magnitude quake hit Mindanao, triggering tsunami warnings and coastal evacuations across the western Pacific, with Guam listed among areas under advisory as agencies monitor wave forecasts. Nuclear Policy for Guam: Congress is weighing a push to deploy small modular nuclear reactors to the Indo-Pacific by 2030; Guam’s delegate James Moylan voted no and says Guam needs transparency and engagement. Energy Supply Stress: Guam Power Authority is exploring alternative fuel sources beyond Asia as regional stocks tighten, including potential options in North America. Deep-Sea Mining Fight: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed a Guam ban on deep-sea mining in territorial waters, with steep daily fines and port restrictions aimed at stopping Guam from being used as a staging hub. Local STEM & Research: SIFA is expanding into ninth grade with a new Tamuning campus featuring labs and robotics, while the Ocean Exploration Trust’s E/V Nautilus returns to Mariana waters with new sonar mapping and local scientists onboard. Disability Tech: The Guam System for Assistive Technology hosts its 32nd annual conference, focused on practical tools to “unlock the everyday.” Food Traceability: UOG highlights how traceability can help Guam-grown products stand out with safer, clearer farm-to-table stories.
Seabed Mining Ban: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Public Law 38-129 to prohibit deep-sea mining in Guam’s territorial waters, with violators facing fines up to $50,000 per day and added leverage via Port Authority restrictions tied to “full consultation.” Solar Power Upgrade: The Consolidated Commission on Utilities cleared the Guam Power Authority’s path to buy power from a planned 57.4-megawatt solar farm at the former Dededo golf course, pending Public Utilities Commission approval. Storm Science & Preparedness: NWS officials said Super Typhoon Sinlaku’s broad wind field—not just peak intensity—drove impacts, while Guam and CNMI leaders aligned on infrastructure recovery milestones at a Joint Typhoon Preparedness Month briefing. Local Tech for Inclusion: The Guam System for Assistive Technology’s 32nd Assistive Technology Conference (June 12-13) spotlights practical tools to improve communication, mobility, learning, and independent living. Food & Market Growth: UOG’s 5P Agricultural Marketing Workshop Series (June 9-15) trains Guam farmers and food entrepreneurs on product, price, place, promotion, and people—plus traceability and clean-label positioning. Tourism Resilience: April exit surveys found 91% of surveyed visitors said they’d return to Guam despite Sinlaku.
Seabed Mining Ban: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Public Law 38-129 banning deep-sea mining in Guam’s territorial waters, with fines up to $50,000 per day and a key Port Authority lever that could block mining-linked vessels unless there’s “full consultation.” Disaster Science & Forecasting: NWS officials said Super Typhoon Sinlaku’s broad wind field—not just peak intensity—drove impacts across the Marianas, and NASA imagery highlighted “gravity waves” that may help predict storm intensification. Ocean Exploration: E/V Nautilus returns to Mariana waters with new sonar mapping and eight local participants, including UOG students, to study deep-sea habitats. Food & Local Markets: UOG’s 5P Agricultural Marketing Workshop series invites Guam farmers and food entrepreneurs to boost product identity and sales, while a separate local look at food traceability frames it as a chance for Guam-grown products to stand out. Accessibility & Health Tech: The 32nd Guam System for Assistive Technology conference debuts “Unlocking the Everyday,” and GRMC says Guam now has its only board-certified obesity medicine specialist. Tourism Pulse: April exit surveys found 91% of surveyed visitors would return despite Sinlaku, even as arrivals were down about 28%. Cyber/Privacy Watch: The FTC finalized a modified order against Illuminate Education over student-data security failures, underscoring stricter obligations for companies handling sensitive information.
Typhoon Preparedness & Forecasting: National Weather Service officials say Super Typhoon Sinlaku’s big wind field—not just peak intensity—drove impacts across the Marianas, with key station readings before some sites went offline, and no direct landfall peak measurement. Deep-Sea Mining Policy: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Public Law 38-129 banning deep-sea mining in Guam’s territorial waters and adding up to $50K/day fines, while also restricting Port Authority of Guam access for operations without “full consultation.” Ocean Exploration Tech: E/V Nautilus returns to Mariana waters with new Kongsberg EM304 sonar, mapping from Hawaii to Guam and bringing eight local participants, including UOG students and Mariana monument science staff. NOAA Budget Risk: A proposed NOAA cut would slash programs tied to Pacific weather forecasting, coral conservation, ocean observing, and coastal resilience—raising alarms for Guam and CNMI. Local Energy & Solar: Utilities commission approval moves Guam Power Authority toward buying power from a planned 57.4 MW Dededo solar project, pending Public Utilities Commission final sign-off. STEM & Health Careers: UOG grad Kyra Dela Cruz heads to UC Berkeley optometry; GRMC’s Dr. Gamaliel Ferrer becomes Guam’s only board-certified obesity medicine specialist.
Deep-Sea Mining Ban: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Public Law 38-129 banning deep-sea mining in Guam’s territorial waters, with fines up to $50,000 per day and a new local lever that can restrict Port Authority access for vessels tied to unlawful extraction or environmental violations. Ocean Tech in the Marianas: The E/V Nautilus returns June 10 for a 2026 season with multiple deep-sea missions, including two runs near the Mariana Islands; eight local participants will join, and a new Kongsberg EM304 sonar system is set to more than double mapping reach. NOAA Budget Worry for Islanders: A proposed FY2027 NOAA budget would cut over $1B and end or reduce programs tied to typhoon forecasting, marine observations, coral conservation, and coastal resilience—raising alarms across Guam and the CNMI. Local Solar Progress: Guam’s utilities commission approved energy deals for a 57.4-megawatt solar farm at the old Dededo golf course, pending final Public Utilities Commission approval. Health & STEM Careers: UOG grad Kyra Dela Cruz heads to UC Berkeley optometry; GRMC named Guam’s only board-certified obesity medicine specialist. Community Events: Strides for the Cure returns Oct. 3 to fund Kids for the Cure in Guam elementary schools.
Deep-Sea Mining Ban: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Public Law 38-129 to prohibit seabed mining in Guam’s territorial waters, with violators facing fines up to $50,000 per day and a key enforcement lever: the Port Authority of Guam can block vessels tied to unlawful extraction unless there’s full local consultation. Disaster Readiness: Guam and CNMI leaders met at a Joint Typhoon Preparedness Summit to align infrastructure recovery milestones and strengthen cross-territory logistics for future storms. NOAA Budget Threats: A proposed FY2027 NOAA budget would cut more than $1B and end or reduce programs tied to typhoon forecasting, ocean observing, coral reef conservation, and coastal resilience—raising alarms for Pacific islands that rely on those services. Solar for Dededo: The Consolidated Commission on Utilities approved energy deals to convert the old Guam International Country Club golf course into a 57.4-megawatt solar farm, pending Public Utilities Commission approval. STEM & Ocean Tech: A local student was selected to join E/V Nautilus for seafloor mapping between Hawaiʻi and Guam, using a new acoustic multibeam system. Health Tech in Guam: GRMC says it now has Guam’s only board-certified obesity medicine specialist, expanding local access to evidence-based obesity care. Military Tech & Training: A U.S. Navy EXWC update highlights expeditionary equipment readiness work, while the Army moves to create a new THAAD/Patriot maintenance specialty (14W).
Deep-Sea Mining Ban: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Bill 253-38 into law banning deep-sea mining in Guam’s nearshore waters and blocking use of the Port of Guam without “full consultation,” with fines up to $50,000 per day; the ban targets Guam’s 3-nautical-mile territorial waters as a deterrent to staging. Disaster-Ready Infrastructure: Guam and CNMI officials met at a Joint Typhoon Preparedness Summit to align recovery metrics and logistics after Super Typhoon Yutu, focusing on power restoration and cross-territory coordination. Energy Transition: The Consolidated Commission on Utilities approved power purchase deals for a 57.4-MW solar farm at the former Dededo golf course, with GPA planning to sell power for 25 years pending Public Utilities Commission approval. NOAA Funding Threats: Proposed NOAA cuts could reduce Pacific weather forecasting, fisheries support, coral conservation, and coastal resilience programs that island communities rely on. STEM & Ocean Research: A local student was selected to explore the ocean aboard E/V Nautilus, mapping seafloor between Hawaiʻi and Guam with a new acoustic multibeam system. Military Tech & Training: The Army is creating a new MOS to operate and maintain Patriot and THAAD systems, reflecting growing demand for missile and drone defense capabilities.
Military Connectivity on Guam: Camp Blaz is getting top-tier internet—Boingo Wireless says it has launched 1 Gbps service and Wi‑Fi for the new Marine Corps base, with capacity planned for up to 5,000 Marines once build-out finishes. Local Health Care: GRMC says Dr. Gamaliel Jesse Ferrer became Guam’s only board-certified obesity medicine specialist, expanding evidence-based care for obesity and related chronic conditions. Space Weather for Storm Forecasting: NASA imagery of Super Typhoon Sinlaku shows “gravity waves” from the storm core, which researchers say may help predict whether storms intensify. Agriculture & Community Support: UOG’s Farmer Focus launches Hotnu Heals, a culturally rooted gathering for agricultural producers that blends community connection with mental health support; UOG also offers free post-storm soil testing for farmers. STEM & Training Pipeline: UOG Nursing graduates marked the next step into Guam’s healthcare workforce with 35 BSN diplomas at Fañomnåkan 2026. Defense Tech & Readiness: The Army is creating a new missile-defense maintenance specialty (14W) combining Patriot and THAAD roles, while NUWC Keyport highlights how instructional technology and training teams build mission-ready sailor education. Energy & Resilience: An opinion piece ties Guam’s quality of life to reliable, affordable power after a Sinlaku-era outage. Governance & Rights: A Commission on Decolonization update says Guam Legislature action on Bill 242-38 (political status voter eligibility) is still pending, with budget season delaying hearings. Tourism Reality Check: A Guam Visitors Bureau forum tackled tourism’s “bird and snake” story problem and the need to rebrand beyond old myths.
UOG Community & Health: University of Guam is rolling out Hotnu Heals, a farmer-focused gathering modeled on Pizza4Producers, blending cultural healing, conversation, and locally produced food—starting June 7 in Talo’fo’fo, with more dates June 14, July 12, and July 26. UOG Nursing Workforce: UOG’s BSN program graduated 35 new nursing professionals at Fañomnåkan 2026, adding to Guam’s healthcare pipeline with ACEN-accredited training. Wildfire Readiness in Guam: Guam DOAG’s Forestry & Soil Resources Division Wildland Fire Response crew is described as a multi-task team handling everything from community wildfire response to post–Super Typhoon Sinlaku dust mitigation, supported by USDA Forest Service cooperative fire programs and Firewise-style community risk reduction. Typhoon Recovery & Climate Link: Reporting from the Western Pacific says Sinlaku recovery is slow and uneven, with thousands displaced and major housing damage in places like Chuuk, while a meteorologist points to warmer-than-average ocean waters—linked to climate change—as a driver of rapid intensification. Guam Legal/AI: Guam Legislature counsel responded to a Supreme Court order to show cause over alleged AI-related errors in a filing, saying safeguards and source checks were added to prevent repeat issues. Defense & Missile Readiness: The U.S. Army is creating a new THAAD/Patriot maintenance MOS (14W) and Guam is noted as a THAAD station location, reflecting continued Indo-Pacific air and missile defense demand. Agriculture Recovery Tools: UOG’s Land Grant Soil Lab is offering free post-storm soil testing for farmers in June and July, with field visits and crop-specific recommendations to rebuild productivity. Drone Training: UOG Drone Corps applications are open for a 2026 cohort, aiming to help participants earn FAA Part 107b remote pilot licensing with hands-on research and industry use. Tourism Watch: Guam Visitors Bureau reports April arrivals down 28% year-over-year, citing Sinlaku impacts, travel softness, and higher jet fuel surcharges, with Korea and Japan hit hardest. Local Conservation: NAVFAC Marianas and partners completed a 2026 fanihi (Mariana fruit bat) count across Guam, Saipan, and Tinian, identifying 269 bats to guide conservation actions.
Typhoon Sinlaku Recovery: More than a month after the strongest storm of the year hit the Western Pacific, officials say Chuuk and Yap saw over 7,000 homes destroyed or severely damaged and more than 13,000 people displaced, with the regional death toll rising to 17; climate-linked ocean warmth helped fuel the storm’s rapid intensification. Local Supply Chains: Guam and the CNMI are still feeling Sinlaku’s ripple effects as shipping schedules, fuel distribution, and perishable grocery logistics recover unevenly, forcing businesses to pay for faster cargo and adjust inventory and staffing. Guam Tech & Training: UOG’s Drone Corps is opening applications for its 2026 cohort, aiming to train FAA Part 107b remote pilots with course fees covered, while NUWC Keyport highlights how instructional technology and training teams build mission-ready sailor learning pipelines. Cyber & Utilities: Auditors found Guam Power Authority didn’t revoke computer access quickly enough after employee separations, creating potential security risk. Environment & Data: Volunteers counted 269 fanihi (Mariana fruit bats) across Guam, Saipan, and Tinian to guide conservation actions, and UOG’s Soil Lab is offering free post-storm soil testing for farmers. Governance & Policy: Guam’s Decolonization Commission says it has no new updates on Bill 242-38, which would expand voter eligibility for a political status plebiscite beyond the “native inhabitant” restriction.
Supply Chain Reality Check: Even before Super Typhoon Sinlaku, NMI supply chains were strained; afterward, small shops like Nervonics in Garapan are paying more for faster shipping while shortages and shifting demand keep inventory and staffing decisions tough. Local Business & Infrastructure: Guam’s commercial supply chain is back to full operational capacity after Sinlaku, but lingering issues remain in perishable grocery logistics, fuel distribution, and emergency utility dependencies, including a one-week ocean freight delay tied to harbor constraints. GVB Legal Shock: A federal lawsuit seeks $61.5M from the Guam Visitors Bureau, alleging sexual assault and years of harassment, coercion, and institutional failures tied to former GVB leadership, with the bureau saying it has engaged an off-island investigator. STEM & Workforce Pipeline: UOG Drone Corps applications are open for the 2026 cohort, offering FAA Part 107b licensing support and hands-on drone experience for research and industry use. Agriculture Tech Support: UOG’s Land Grant Soil Lab is offering free post-storm soil testing for farmers in June and July, aiming to protect long-term productivity after storm damage. Cyber Hygiene: Auditors found Guam Power Authority didn’t revoke computer access quickly enough after employee separations in some cases, raising security risk concerns. Biodiversity Monitoring: Volunteers counted 269 fanihi (Mariana fruit bats) across Guam, Saipan, and Tinian to guide conservation actions for the threatened pollinator.
GVB Accountability: A former Guam Visitors Bureau employee, “Jane Doe,” filed a $61.5M federal lawsuit alleging sexual assault and escalating unwanted harassment during official travel and in GVB offices, naming former GVB president Carl Gutierrez and accusing board leadership of enabling and concealing misconduct. Defense & Tech: The U.S. Navy says the Seawolf-class USS Connecticut is nearing return to service after a major collision repair expected to cost over $80M, while the broader Indo-Pacific defense push continues with a large THAAD interceptor request. Space Surveillance: SpaceX won a $4.16B contract to build the Space-Based Airborne Moving Target Indicator satellite network, aiming to track airborne threats from orbit. Local STEM & Agriculture: UOG’s Land Grant Soil Lab is offering free post-storm soil testing for farmers, and UOG Drone Corps applications are open for a new cohort to train FAA Part 107b licensed remote pilots. Environment & Wildlife: Volunteers counted 269 Mariana fruit bats (fanihi) across Guam, Saipan, and Tinian to guide conservation actions, and UOG reported new ko’ko’ (native rail) photographic proof of wild mating on Cocos Island. Tourism Watch: Guam visitor arrivals fell 28% in April, with declines concentrated in Korea and Japan.
Defense & Economy: A new Guam Business Magazine Top Companies in Micronesia confidence survey says military construction is driving a rare turnaround in business bottom lines, even as Super Typhoon Sinlaku’s effects loom. Tourism & Markets: Guam Visitors Bureau reports April arrivals down 28% (big drops in Korea and Japan), while the broader calendar year picture is only slightly up—pointing to marketing gaps, product aging, and airline seat softness. GVB Lawsuit: Two separate federal lawsuits accuse Guam Visitors Bureau leadership of sexual assault, harassment, and institutional failures, with damages sought over $61.5M in one case and an independent off-island review announced. STEM & Training: UOG Drone Corps opens applications for a new cohort to train FAA Part 107b remote pilots, with fees covered; UOG also offers free post-storm soil testing for farmers and a free Mental Health First Aid course. Environment & Wildlife: NAVFAC Marianas reports 269 fanihi counted across Guam, Saipan, and Tinian, supporting conservation planning for the Mariana fruit bat. Infrastructure & Resilience: Supply chain operations are largely back to full capacity after Sinlaku, and partners begin clearing damaged vessels from Smiling Cove. Cyber & Utilities: GPA auditors found delayed removal of system access for separated employees, raising security risk.
Defense Tech & Readiness: The USS Connecticut (Seawolf-class) is nearing return to service after years of setbacks, while the Army’s FY2027 budget asks for 857 THAAD interceptors to expand missile defense capacity across the Indo-Pacific. Space & Surveillance: SpaceX won a $4.16B U.S. Space Force contract to build the SB-AMTI satellite network for tracking airborne threats worldwide. Guam Tourism & Climate Impacts: Guam Visitor Bureau reports April arrivals down 28% year over year, citing Super Typhoon Sinlaku effects, travel softness, and higher jet fuel surcharges. UOG STEM & Workforce: UOG Drone Corps opens applications for a 2026 cohort, aiming to train FAA Part 107b remote pilots; UOG also offers free post-storm soil testing for farmers and hosts free Mental Health First Aid training June 6. Local Infrastructure & Cyber Hygiene: Auditors found Guam Power Authority delayed removing system access for some separated employees, and GMHA is pursuing emergency generator upgrades to strengthen hospital resilience. Ecosystems & Conservation: Trail cameras captured ko’ko’ (Guam rail) mating and chicks on Cocos Island, and four sihek chicks hatched at the Smithsonian, boosting the world’s rarest Guam bird population. Governance & Elections: The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to reshape midterm rules, including Mississippi mail-ballot counting and limits on coordinated campaign spending.
UOG Drone Corps: The University of Guam opened applications for its 2026 Drone Corps cohort, training students and community partners to earn FAA Part 107b remote pilot licensing (fees covered) and run real-world drone missions; info webinars are June 12 and applications close June 26. Cybersecurity & Utilities: Auditors found Guam Power Authority didn’t remove system access quickly enough after some employees separated, leaving accounts active months later and raising cyber risk concerns. Public Safety Cleanup: Federal and local partners begin June 1 to clear damaged vessels from Smiling Cove in Garapan, funded through FEMA and coordinated with multiple agencies including NOAA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Local Tech in the Legislature: An ethics complaint was filed over a nearly $200k AI contract for lawmakers, alleging procurement rule violations and potential conflicts. Hospital Infrastructure: Guam’s Supreme Court backed the governor’s authority to build the federally funded Mangilao hospital project, limiting the Legislature/AG’s ability to block contracts via procurement. STEM & Education: A Diné high school science teacher will join ocean research expeditions this summer, livestreaming seafloor mapping from Hawaii to Guam. Energy Resilience: GMHA is pursuing replacement emergency generators and a spare unit to strengthen hospital backup power and HVAC systems. Ecotourism Trails: GVB approved a $55k contract to build the Sella Bay Overlook Trail project, aiming for safer, accessible hiking and trail biking. Wildlife Conservation: Trail cameras documented ko’ko’ (Guam rail) mating and chicks on Cocos Island, offering rare proof of breeding in the wild.
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