King-Hinds Opens 2026 Congressional Art Competition With Covenant Anniversary Theme
SAIPAN — Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds has announced the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for high school students in the Northern Mariana Islands, with submissions due April 17.
Saipan Ring Announcer LJ Castro Signs With UFC and WWE
SAIPAN — Trench Warz Promotions is proud to announce that its lead ring announcer, Luis John “LJ” Castro, has signed a multi-year agreement with TKO Group Holdings to serve as an event announcer across both Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) properties and events. Negotiations between the company and Castro began right after last year’s Ring of Fire event, and finalized reportedly over the weekend prior to last Saturday’s successful Ballroom Blitz jiu jitsu event.
Op-Ed: Relational Leadership in a Positional World
All across the Pacific, many of us are raised to believe that leadership is measured in relationships, not titles.
Joeten-Kiyu Public Library Director Named National 250 Public Service Champion
SAIPAN — Joeten-Kiyu Public Library Director Erlinda C. Naputi has been selected as one of 250 Public Service Champions nationally, an honor awarded by the National Academy of Public Administration in partnership with LocalGov250.
Miss Northern Marianas Descent Brings Women’s Month Read-Aloud to Joeten-Kiyu Public Library
SAIPAN — The inaugural Miss Northern Marianas Descent visited the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library earlier this month to read to children and celebrate Women’s Month, marking one of her first community appearances as titleholder.
Saipan Chamber April Meeting to Feature Workforce Pell Grant Presentation, Industry Showcase
SAIPAN — The Saipan Chamber of Commerce will hold its April General Membership Meeting Wednesday at Hibiscus Hall at the Crowne Plaza Saipan, with a presentation on Workforce Pell Grants and an industry partner showcase focused on workforce development across the CNMI.
Pedestrian Struck in Crosswalk on Beach Road in San Jose, Driver Cited
SAIPAN — A 69-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle while crossing Beach Road in San Jose at the CEDA building crosswalk on Friday, March 27, and was transported to the CHCC Emergency Room, where he was listed in stable condition.
Latte Built Fighter Ernest Licop Steps Up as White Belt Against Blue Belt at Ballroom Blitz Tonight
SAIPAN — Ernest “Batman” Licop knows he is the underdog walking into Hibiscus Hall at Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan tonight. He is embracing it.
Maratita Drops 50 Pounds to Win Latte Built’s 12-Week Transformation Challenge
SAIPAN — Audie Maratita dropped 50 pounds over 12 weeks to win Latte Built 24-Hour Fitness’s annual Michelob Ultra Wellness and Transformation Challenge, with the final weigh-in and announcement held Saturday morning at the gym.
Saipan Humane Society Says April Veterinarian Unable to Travel Due to Medical Emergency
SAIPAN — The Saipan Humane Society announced Saturday that the veterinarian scheduled to provide long-term services in April is no longer able to travel to Saipan due to an unforeseen medical emergency.
