Day 2 at Pacific Mini Games: Guam still searches for first medal

Tahiti continued its dominance at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau, with a 40 medal haul, including 23 gold, during Day 2. Guam continues to search for its first medal as of Day 2, based on the daily tally from the Pacific Games Council. Of 23 island …

Guam kicks off celebrations for 75th anniversary of Organic Act, which granted US citizenship to island residents

Guam’s history changed with the signing of the Organic Act of Guam on Aug. 1, 1950, granting U.S. citizenship to residents of Guam at the time and their descendants, and its 75th anniversary will be celebrated in various ways on the island. On Tuesday, …

Desiree Lizama is now president of Guam Contractors Association

Desiree Lizama is now the president of the Guam Contractors Association, following her appointment by the board of directors Wednesday. A 15-year GCA employee, Lizama brings extensive experience in managing the association's administration, finances, …

WWII Guam liberator Frank Wright wishes 100,000 cards for his 100th birthday, islanders could help

One of the remaining U.S. Marines who helped liberate Guam from Japanese soldiers during World War II, former Cpl. Frank S. Wright, is turning 100 years old this year and Guam residents could help grant his heartfelt birthday wish of receiving 100,000 …

Guam to celebrate 81 years since liberation

(Image courtesy of Guam Governor’s Office, Mayor Council of Guam) Guam Liberation Day, July 21, is the Guam’s most important holiday aside from Discovery Day (the first Monday in March). The holiday commemorates the U.S. military liberating the island from …

LETTER: The hero who stood alone, and stood for Guam

Most people in Guam have probably never heard of John Marshall Harlan. He never set foot on our island. He didn’t speak our language or share our culture. But over a century ago, standing in the highest court in America, Harlan raised his voice to defend …

Guam Community College receives 8-year reaccreditation

Guam Community College received official notification of an eight-year reaccreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Accreditation for eight years is the highest number of years allowable under reaccreditation standards …

Judiciary commemorates 75th Organic Act anniversary with tours of the Guam historic courthouse

Tours will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., beginning July 1 through Aug. 1, offering visitors an inside look at Guam’s courts and the important role the Organic Act has played in shaping our island’s government and justice …

Acting Governor Tenorio calls on Guam to send 100k postcards for WWII Hero Frank Wright’s 100th birthday

OPINION Merrill: Reviving Guam’s tourism—community-driven path to economic renewal

Guam’s visitor industry has long been a cornerstone of the island’s economy and cultural exchange. Over the past 50 years, tourism has generated more employment and contributed more tax revenue than any other industry in Guam. Our airport, the hotels, the …