AGP Executive Report

Liberation & community arts: Pulitzer photographer Manny Crisostomo is bringing a Guam Liberation pop-up at Dusit Place (2–8 p.m. Tuesday), selling tapestries/prints/clothing with half the proceeds going to Rota typhoon recovery, while organizers also collect key relief supplies. Tourism photo fun: The Guam Visitors Bureau launched the Guam Photo Hunt, a free Instagram treasure hunt running through Sept. 30 with 100+ stops and prizes via visitguam.com/photohunt. Beach culture cleanup: North Texas CHamoru Association held its Ipan Beach Cleanup, spotlighting CHamoru culture and community ties from Texas back to Guam. Local entertainment calendar: MARFORPAC will stage a free Liberation Day musical performance Monday (3 p.m.) at Micronesia Mall Center Court, and Tumon’s Liberation Day Night Market plus fireworks are set for July 21. Creative projects: Filmmakers behind independent feature “Byouki” are seeking funding with a Saturday fundraiser at 105Gu (6 p.m.). Education & youth spotlight: UOG civil engineering sophomore Amber Josfin Pineda earned a competitive Purdue Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates. Sports: Purebred Jiu Jitsu Guam brought multiple podium finishes at the IBJJF Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Japan. Environment: Guam EPA flagged 17 polluted beaches based on July 16 sampling. Big policy debate: A new federal bill would end automatic birthright citizenship for children born in Guam and other territories starting Jan. 1, 2027.

Local Tourism & Community: The Guam Visitors Bureau kicked off the Guam Photo Hunt, a free Instagram treasure-hunt running through Sept. 30 with 100+ stops and prizes, plus a Liberation Day Tumon Night Market and fireworks on July 21. Education & STEM Spotlight: UOG civil engineering sophomore Amber Josfin Pineda earned one of only eight nationwide spots in Purdue’s 10-week Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates on built-environment decarbonization. Youth Voices: Simon Sanchez students plan to regroup after Super Typhoon Bavi derailed a protest wave over stalled rebuilds and procurement disputes. Arts & Film: Independent crew Reaper Productions Guam is fundraising for “Byouki,” a feature shot on Guam, with a Sept. 105Gu event and trailer reveal. Public Health Watch: Guam EPA flagged 17 polluted beaches in its weekly advisory, warning of illness risks from unsafe water. Big Policy Shock: A new federal bill would end birthright citizenship for people born in U.S. territories starting Jan. 1, 2027. Earthquake Update (Global): A 5.5 quake hit Peru’s Andes, killing at least six and displacing hundreds.

Liberation Week & local culture: Guam’s Liberation Day plans are shifting after Super Typhoon Bavi—GVB is expanding the Tumon Night Market into a Liberation Day edition with local food, artisans, and cultural entertainment plus fireworks in both Hagåtña and Tumon (July 21). Community events: With the parade canceled, small businesses in Hagåtña are still organizing a last-minute Liberation block party on Aspinall Avenue (noon–9 p.m.) so folks can watch the fireworks together. Arts & entertainment: Filmmakers behind independent feature “Byouki” are fundraising at 105Gu (6 p.m., $15) to keep production on track for a Fall 2027 release, with a first trailer, raffles, food, and DJ LunaKayz. Sports & youth: Guam National Tennis Center and Guaiya Todu are running a youth tennis summer camp (4–16, $50, Aug. 7 deadline) and Purebred Jiu Jitsu Guam wrapped strong podium finishes at the IBJJF Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Japan. Beach safety: Guam EPA says 17 beaches are polluted above standards—check before swimming.

Liberation Week Live Music: The U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific is bringing a free Liberation show to Micronesia Mall Center Court on Monday, July 20 at 3 p.m., marking Guam’s Liberation Day and the U.S. 250th birthday. Liberation Parade Fallout: Residents say canceling the Liberation Day Parade was disappointing, but they’re still hoping island traditions—especially manåmko’ and veteran remembrance—continue in some form. Liberation Night Market + Fireworks: GVB is expanding its Tumon Night Market into a Liberation Day edition Tuesday, July 21, with local food, artisans, cultural entertainment, and fireworks in both Hagåtña and Tumon. Guam EPA Beach Advisory: Guam EPA flagged 17 polluted beaches after July 16 water samples, warning about illness risks if people swim or fish in unsafe waters. Indie Film Fundraiser: Local filmmakers behind “Byouki” are hosting a Saturday fundraiser at 105Gu to help finish an independent feature shot on Guam, with a first trailer reveal, raffles, food, and DJ LunaKayz. Sports Spotlight: Registration is open for a youth tennis summer camp at Guam National Tennis Center, plus Purebred Jiu-Jitsu Guam brings podium finishes from the IBJJF Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship.

Liberation Week Events: Guam Visitors Bureau is gearing up for a Liberation Day Tumon Night Market on July 21, with local food, artisans, cultural entertainment, and two fireworks shows—one in Hagåtña and one in Tumon—after this year’s parade was canceled due to Super Typhoon Bavi. Beach Safety: Guam EPA says 17 beaches are polluted above accepted bacterial standards, warning residents and visitors to avoid swimming or fishing in unsafe waters. Local Arts & Film: Independent filmmakers behind “Byouki” are hosting a fundraiser Saturday at 105Gu to help finish the Guam-shot feature, with a first trailer reveal, raffles, food, and DJ LunaKayz. Sports & Community: Registration is still open for a youth tennis summer camp at the Guam National Tennis Center (with Guaiya Todu), and Purebred Jiu-Jitsu Guam brought home multiple podium finishes at the IBJJF Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship. Music Spotlight: Josh Tatofi brings positive energy to Guam with his Hafaloha Concert Series Part 6 show Saturday at UOG’s Calvo Field House. Food Fun: Pepper Lunch is back in the spotlight with its DIY teppanyaki-style sizzle experience—now expanding beyond its current locations.

Youth Sports & Community: Guam National Tennis Center and Guaiya Todu are keeping a youth tennis summer camp rolling for 4–16-year-olds, with registration still open, daily 8 a.m.–noon sessions, and a $50 weekly cost (capped at 40 campers). Local Film Spotlight: Independent feature “Byouki” is seeking funding and will host a Saturday fundraiser at 105Gu with trailer reveals, raffles, food, and DJ LunaKayz—aiming for a Fall 2027 release. Beach Safety Alert: Guam EPA says 17 beaches are polluted above accepted bacteriological standards, urging residents and visitors to avoid swimming, fishing, or playing in unsafe waters. Liberation Day in Tumon & Hagåtña: GVB expands the Tumon Night Market for Liberation Day (July 21) and adds fireworks in both Hagåtña and Tumon after the parade was canceled due to Bavi; meanwhile, small businesses in Hagåtña are planning a last-minute Aspinall Avenue block party to watch fireworks. Martial Arts Results: Purebred Jiu Jitsu Guam wrapped up strong podium finishes at the IBJJF Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Chiba, reinforcing Guam’s growing BJJ presence. Sports & Off-Island Momentum: UOG engineering student Amber Josfin Pineda earned a prestigious Purdue summer research spot, while Josh Tatofi’s Hafaloha Concert Series stop at UOG Calvo Field House is set for July 18.

Guam Entertainment & Community: Liberation Week is gearing up with two Tumon Night Market editions (July 19 and July 21) packed with local acts, cultural demos, family-friendly activities, and Liberation Day fireworks—plus special performances including Taiwan’s Falun Dafa Waist Drum Team and the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band from Okinawa. Music Spotlight: Josh Tatofi brings “positive energy” to Guam as he headlines Hafaloha Concert Series Part 6 this Saturday at UOG Calvo Field House, with opening sets from Southern Roots and The Gooniez and performances by Natibu Dance Academy. Food Fun: Pepper Lunch Guam is leaning into its DIY teppanyaki style—sizzling plates, creative toppings, and a reminder that the island’s beloved spot is expanding beyond its current location. Sports & Youth: SBL kicks off U12 national team tryouts for the WBSC Oceania Qualifiers in Guam (Nov–Dec 2026), while DODEA-Pacific athletes are also landing Division I college spots. Travel/Logistics: United Airlines’ Boeing 737 MAX 8 swap-out for Guam is set to finish early, with MAX 8 operations expanding on key intra-Asia routes.

Coast Guard Change of Command: Lt. Drew Lovullo took the helm of USCGC Myrtle Hazard from Lt. Emma Saunders, with the cutter recently delivering relief across the CNMI after Sinlaku and supporting navigation aid work and port reopenings after Bavi. DIY Dining Buzz: Pepper Lunch Guam is inviting fans to “sizzle it your way” at its Micronesia Mall spot and beyond, spotlighting its interactive teppanyaki-style build-your-own meal experience. Court Watch (Health & Safety): A judge will issue a summons to Guam Behavioral Health’s director after the center repeatedly no-showed in a negligent death case tied to overmedication and poor monitoring claims. Sentencing Update: Steven Marion Taimanglo Jr. received three years (with two suspended) for a 2025 drunk driving crash that snapped a student’s femur. Community & Culture: The Filipino-American Friendship Festival marks 80 years of Philippine independence, with Guam’s Liberation Week also set to bring music, culture, local food, and fireworks. Sports Development: SBL launched U12 national team tryouts for Guam’s regional youth baseball pipeline. UOG Global Learning: Four University of Guam students earned travel scholarships to study and exchange in Seoul, South Korea. Food & Lifestyle Expansion: Dusit Place in Tumon is rolling out new dining, retail, wellness, and entertainment tenants including Shogun Teppanyaki and the return of the Aquarium of Guam.

Liberation Week Spotlight: Guam’s annual Liberation Week is set to bring live music, cultural performances, local food, family activities, and fireworks—plus special Tumon Night Market editions on July 19 and more events tied to the July 21, 1944 liberation anniversary. Local Culture for Kids: A bilingual CHamoru-English children’s book reading at Puti’on Place (Tumon) this Sunday (3–4 pm) will feature “An Tåya’ Elektrisidåt,” with copies, learning materials, and storm-resilience themes for families. Sports & Youth: The AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers draw placed India in Group E with Malaysia, Syria, and Iraq, with matches in Malaysia Oct. 5–11, 2026. Entertainment & Lifestyle: Dusit Place in Tumon is expanding with new dining, retail, wellness, and attractions—highlighting Shogun Teppanyaki (open), New Era, SRS Chrono, Paradise Premium Fitness, the return of the Aquarium of Guam, and the new GOYO concept. Community & Recovery: Updates continue on Rota’s post–Super Typhoon Bavi restoration, including power and water progress as assessments guide next federal steps. Business Buzz: Honolulu Cookie Company is using Square across 14 locations, including Guam, as it grows its multi-location retail footprint.

World Cup Heat & Climate: FIFA’s 2026 tournament is drawing backlash after extreme temperatures pushed player-safety concerns, with FIFPRO urging kickoff changes and critics saying climate change is already hitting the sports we love. Clock Politics (Guam in the mix): The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to keep daylight saving time year-round, but the Senate path is still uncertain—meanwhile Guam is already listed among places that don’t follow the usual clock changes. Guam Military & Training: Guam Guard and Navy crews kept joint readiness moving even after Task Force Talon’s July 1 deactivation, running medical evacuation and air-assault drills at TAAAD. Local Business & Tourism: Dusit Place in Tumon is expanding with new dining, retail, wellness, and entertainment, including the return of the Aquarium of Guam. Community & Safety: Guam officials warned about phishing and fake “tax-free grant” social posts using local photos—residents are urged not to click or share links. Rota Recovery: After Super Typhoon Bavi, Rota’s power restoration is still underway and aid deliveries from Guam crews brought essentials like fuel, water, and chainsaws.

Guam & Micronesia Relief: Shut Up & Fish Guam and Capt. Joaquin “Kin” Cruz delivered about 2,000 pounds of urgent supplies to Rota after Typhoon Bavi, including fuel, water, butane, and chainsaws for cleanup. Local Recovery Updates: Rota’s power restoration is still in progress with hundreds of customers offline, while water service has largely returned—showing how the island’s comeback is moving in phases. Entertainment & Tourism: Dusit Place in Tumon is expanding as a true lifestyle stop, adding new dining, retail, wellness, and attractions—highlighted by Shogun Teppanyaki, Paradise Premium Fitness, and the return of the Aquarium of Guam. Community & Culture: Guamanique’s Puerto Rican Cultural Ensemble wrapped a four-country European tour blending cultural performances with diplomacy. Sports & Youth: NSA girls’ fastpitch academy brought CNMI players to Guam for training through July 17. Scam Alert: Guam officials warned residents about phishing and fake “tax-free grant” social media posts using local photos—don’t click or share links. Time Change Watch: The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent, but Guam’s clock schedule still depends on federal action and state opt-outs. Big Picture Security: China’s submarine-launched missile test drew condemnation from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and the U.S., with Taiwan also questioning details of the launch.

Guam Relief & Community: Shut Up & Fish Guam and captain Joaquin “Kin” Cruz delivered about 2,000 pounds of urgent supplies to Rota after Super Typhoon Bavi, including fuel, water, butane, and chainsaws for cleanup. Local Recovery Updates: Guam Power Authority says it has restored 89% of total load and energized 99% of distribution feeders, moving into phase three of restoration as public health services reopen. Rota Power & Water: CNMI reports 967 Rota customers still without power and near-complete water restoration for most customers, while Bank of Guam outlines limited reopening plans for Rota. Education Disruption: Science is Fun and Awesome Learning Academy Charter School (SIFA) must find a new temporary campus after GCC ends its hosting plan, with GDOE working on alternatives ahead of Aug. 10. Arts & Culture: The 14th annual Snake Alley Film Festival wrapped with 129 short films across 16 countries, including genre favorites and expanded late-night blocks. Scam Alert: Guam Homeland Security and the Mariana Regional Fusion Center warn of phishing and fake “tax-free grant” posts using local photos—don’t click or share links. Entertainment/Travel: Tumon Night Market returns Sunday after a weather cancellation. Sports Spotlight: Australia’s Boomers set a World Cup Qualifiers record by sinking 24 threes in a huge win over Guam.

Marianas Relief & Power Recovery: Rota is still working through Super Typhoon Bavi damage, with 967 customers reported without power and water service largely restored, while Guam’s power restoration moves into phase three and public health offices reopen. Humanitarian Aid: Shut Up & Fish Guam delivered about 2,000 pounds of urgent supplies to Rota, including fuel, water, butane, and chainsaws for cleanup. Navy Update: The USS Jefferson City has completed its homeport change from Naval Base Guam to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, shifting maintenance support to Hawaii. Regional Security Drills: A Royal New Zealand Air Force P-8A fired Harpoon missiles during Exercise Valiant Shield off Guam. Local Education Spotlight: UOG earned a Platinum Award for citizen-centric reporting for a second straight year. Cyber & Scam Warning: Guam officials warn of phishing and social media scams using local photos tied to “tax-free grant” claims. Charter School Disruption: GCC will no longer host SIFA for the new school year, forcing the charter to find a temporary campus. Arts & Entertainment: The 2026 Snake Alley Film Festival wrapped a weekend of 129 short films from 16 countries. Community Note: Bank of Guam outlines Rota branch and ATM reopening with limited hours and services.

Guam Community & Safety: The Guam Homeland Security/Office of Civil Defense and the Mariana Regional Fusion Center are warning residents about scam social media posts and phishing emails using local photos, urging people not to click links or share personal or financial info. Education & Local Life: Science is Fun and Awesome Learning Academy Charter School (SIFA) is scrambling after GCC said it can’t host students this year, while GDOE says it’s working on temporary classroom space ahead of the Aug. 10 start. Arts & Entertainment: Hafaloha Concert Series confirms Josh Tatofi’s July 18 show at UOG Calvo Field House will go on as scheduled, with tickets still on sale. University Spotlight: UOG earned a Platinum Award for Excellence in Citizen-Centric Reporting for FY2024, marking a second straight year of top honors. Defense & Regional News: A Royal New Zealand Air Force P-8A fired Harpoon missiles during Exercise Valiant Shield off Guam, while China’s submarine-launched missile tests in the Pacific drew condemnation from regional allies. Weather & Recovery: Guam’s ports reopened in stages after Typhoon Bavi, and GPA says phase three restoration is underway as power recovery continues.

Typhoon & Recovery: Guam’s power comeback keeps moving—GPA says 89% of load is restored and 99% of feeders are energized, with phase three restoration starting today—while the Department of Public Health reopens key environmental services to restart permits and registrations. Local Relief & Community: A Shut Up & Fish Guam humanitarian run to Rota delivered 2,000+ pounds of essentials, including chainsaws, fuel, water, and butane, after crews flagged cleanup needs firsthand. School Watch: GCC won’t host SIFA this year, forcing the charter school to secure a new temporary campus before Aug. 10, as GDOE works on arrangements. Weather Update: Invest 98W has fizzled, but Guam still faces shower conditions this week, while Invest 97W remains the main system to watch. Arts & Entertainment: Hafaloha Concert Series confirms Josh Tatofi’s July 18 show at UOG Calvo Field House will go on as scheduled, with tickets still on sale. Culture & Travel: Guamanique brings Puerto Rican cultural diplomacy to Europe on a four-country tour. Sports Buzz: Guam’s name pops up in FIBA Qualifiers record talk, where Australia set a three-point mark against Guam. Finance: First Hawaiian and TriCo Bancshares announced a deal to combine their banking franchises.

Guam Recovery Update: Guam Power Authority says it’s restored 89% of system load and energized 99% of distribution feeders, moving into phase three of post–Super Typhoon Bavi restoration as public health services restart. Local Utilities & Services: Bank of Guam outlines reopening plans—Rota branch returns with limited hours and services, while several Guam locations resume normal hours; Mangilao remains closed. Ports Back in Motion: The U.S. Coast Guard has reopened Port of Guam and Tinian in stages after hazard checks, with commercial traffic restarting under coordination rules. School Watch: GDOE keeps Aug. 10 as the first day of school while campus damage assessments continue. Charter School Timing: SIFA’s Tamuning campus opening may slip because of permitting and GCC facility approval delays. Entertainment Spotlight: Hafaloha Concert Series confirms Josh Tatofi’s July 18 show at UOG Calvo Field House is on sale and expected to draw big crowds. Sports Records: In FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, Australia set a Qualifiers record with 24 threes in a massive win over Guam. Regional Weather: Typhoon Bavi continues to disrupt China after evacuating nearly two million people, with heavy rain and strong winds still expected. Nuclear Tensions: China’s submarine-launched missile test into the Pacific sparks condemnation from regional allies, with Guam and nearby waters in the discussion.