NMIFA offering free introductory referee course in February
SAIPAN — Northern Mariana Islands Football Association is offering a free “Introductory Referee Course” in February, with both a classroom session and a field session required to complete the program.
CUC schedules water service interruption for portions of As Lito, As Perdido and Koblerville on February 5
SAIPAN — The Commonwealth Utilities Corporation has announced a scheduled water service interruption for portions of As Lito, As Perdido and Koblerville on Thursday, February 5, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
MHS students visit Naeba Ski Resort as part of Seisa Japan cultural exchange program
NIIGATA PREFECTURE, Japan — Students from Marianas High School visited Naeba Ski Resort as part of the Seisa Japan Cultural Exchange & Ski Program, according to information provided with the trip.
OPD holds pre-bid meetings, site walkthrough for Oleai Sports Complex construction package
SAIPAN — The Office of Planning and Development project team for the Oleai Sports Complex conducted pre-proposal and pre-bid meetings, along with a project site walkthrough, as the Commonwealth moves forward with an Invitation to Bid for major construction work at the Oleai facility.
Governor, Lieutenant Governor issue statement on passing of Lino Mettao Olopai
SAIPAN — Governor David M. Apatang and Lieutenant Governor Dennis James C. Mendiola issued a statement mourning the passing of Lino Mettao Olopai, describing him as a revered cultural leader, historian, and advocate for preserving Carolinian heritage and identity.
Op-Ed: In the Presence of Giants: Remembering Tata Lino Olopai
I am writing this in a quiet moment, with tears still finding their way down my face, trying to put into words a loss that feels far larger than language.
Democrats and White House strike deal that would avert government shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) —The two sides have agreed to separate homeland security funding from the rest of the legislation and fund the Department of Homeland Security for two weeks while they debate Democratic demands for curbs on the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The potential deal comes after Democrats voted to block legislation to fund DHS on Thursday. Trump said in a social media post that “Republicans and Democrats have come together to get the vast majority of the government funded until September,” while extending current funding for Homeland Security. He encouraged members of both parties to cast a “much needed Bipartisan ‘YES’ vote.”
Lino Mettao Olopai January 14,1940 – January 29,2026
Rest in Peace, Mr. Olopai. Thank you for being our friend.
