Before many in the CNMI started their weekend barbeque ritual Sunday morning, a crew of 12 intrepid paddlers from the Saipan Outrigger Canoe Club set out from Kilili Beach and Sugar Dock on a mission to circumnavigate Saipan.

The hot-button issue surrounding the Pacific Games Council revising its charter and in the process adopting stricter eligibility requirements is expected to continue later this month when the Micronesian Games Council convenes on Saipan.

The INATUAS Cultural Dance group is calling for any interested individuals who want to participate in the upcoming Micronesian Games Opening Ceremonies as a performer to participate in the Chamorro community’s presentation.

Pacific states and jurisdictions collectively called on Continental Micronesia yesterday to reconsider changes to flight schedule to some island destinations in the region.