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COMMUNITY NEWS: Flags to be flown at half-staff to honor police officers in Dallas shooting
Governor Eddie Baza Calvo has ordered flags on Guam be flown at half-staff in honor of the five police officers who were shot and killed on July 7. The Governor's order follows a proclamation by President Obama, “Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Dallas, Texas.” The Governor is asking the community to keep the victims of the recent...
COMMUNITY NEWS: Proclamation, workshops celebrate the 26th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Lt. Governor Ray Tenorio proclaimed July 26 in honor of the 26th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The anniversary is a celebration of the diversity of people who live on Guam and who contribute to our community. "Not only does each individual bring their unique set of talents and skills to the table, they...
COMMUNITY NEWS: 24 join Guam's workforce
Twenty-four participants under the Guam Department of Labor's National Dislocated Worker Grant (NDWG) program will join the island's growing workforce after being hired by various private businesses and public agencies. The 24 were among 171 participants that were temporarily hired to assist with cleanup and recovery efforts after Typhoon...
COMMUNITY NEWS: Son of Guam, leader in fight for self-determination passes away
An educator, leader and son of Guam, Edward “Ed” Leon Guerrero Benavente has passed away. “Though we know Ed leaves us for a better place, we join his family in grieving his departure from this life,” Governor Calvo stated. “His passion to see the strength, wisdom, knowledge and pride of the Chamorro people cannot be overstated: he was a champion...
NEWS: Governor comments on Judge Canto's resignation
Governor Eddie Baza Calvo received the letter of resignation from Judge James Canto yesterday. “James has served the people of Guam well in his public service and I wish him luck in his future endeavors,” Governor Calvo said. On July 2011, the Governor nominated him to become a Superior Court Judge. His nomination was confirmed on...
COMMUNITY NEWS: Double-digit increase in visitor arrivals cap off Tourism Month
“The month of May was historic with the celebration of culture, art and unity with our brothers and sisters of the Pacific. A series of successful events, from the PATA Annual Summit and the 12th Festival of Pacific Arts to the Guam Live International Music Festival certainly showcased the beauty and uniqueness of our island home to all of our...
July 1, 2016 Bill No. 141-33 (COR) Veto Letter.
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July 1, 2016 Bill No. 30-33 (COR) Veto Letter.
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COMMUNITY NEWS: Governor asks 'What is the Age of Reason?'; Bill 141 vetoed
In a community where we ask people as young as 16 and 17 to commit their lives to serving in the military, it seems contradictory to say they can't decide for themselves whether they should be allowed the personal decision to pick up a cigarette until they're 21 years old. At 16, we tell our youth they are responsible enough to drive a...


