Tinian hot pepper festival

(MVA) — It’s that time of year again when everyone flocks to Tinian for the island’s Hot Pepper Festival.
This year’s event will take place on Feb. 17 and 18 at Tachonga Beach.
Along with the ever so popular hot pepper eating competition, which is sure to put some fire in your mouth, there is also a cooking competition, more food, games, entertainment and more prizes than ever before.
Join the island as it celebrates the HOTTEST hot pepper in the Marianas, the Doni Salli, in all its prepared forms that only the people of Tinian can bring to you.
For more information, contact the Tinian MVA office at 433-9365 or e-mail jcharfauros@mymarianas.com.

PAWS education panel meeting

(PAWS) — The PAWS Education Committee will be meeting this Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 5:30 p.m. at Oleai’s Restaurant.
All are invited to attend and participate in our efforts to educate Saipan’s youth about the benefits of being a responsible pet owner.
If you have any questions, e-mail busenkell@gmail.com.