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Ed Propst – Eco-champ for parks and pups

April 22, 2024
IT’S not every day you meet a local politician who walks the walk when it comes to greener, cleaner communities and showing animals some love. But that’s exactly what you get with Representative Ed Propst of the CNMI Legislature, aside from being a guy who loves life and barbecues.  Thi…
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CNMI’s Climate Action Plan

April 21, 2024
IN the pursuit of a greener, more sustainable future, the CNMI is taking significant strides with its Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP).  Spearheading this initiative is Christina M. Sablan, appointed by Governor Arnold I. Palacios as the special assistant for the newly established Climate Policy…
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The Hook Up wants to hook it up on 4/20

April 19, 2024
AHEAD of 4/20, budtenders Courtney Nakazato and Mikel Johnson spoke to Variety about the top four strains available at The Hook Up that customers can enjoy as they celebrate cannabis’ unofficial holiday. Nakazato and Johson spoke to Variety on April 18, highlighting Super Secret, Hawaiian Rain, Car…
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4/20 Letter from CNMICC Managing Director

April 19, 2024
“Happy 4/20, CNMI 🌿 As the Managing Director of the CNMI Cannabis Commission, I’m thrilled to celebrate this day with our community. Today isn’t just about enjoying cannabis; it’s also about recognizing the trails we’ve blazed towards responsible legalization and regulation. On this day, let…
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Star Marianas Air: Not your typical island airline

April 5, 2024
IF there is one word that can describe island living in Saipan, it’s resilience. For the past two decades, Saipan has endured recessions after garment factories closed, devastating typhoons like Soudelor and Yutu, COVID-19 restrictions, and a crippling tourism halt. Like bamboo, Saipan bent b…
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First CNMI local pilot: Alex Hwang

April 5, 2024
Alex Hwang FOR most kids growing up on CNMI, becoming a pilot seems like a far-fetched dream. However, 23-year-old Alex Hwang’s dream has become a reality as the first local pilot to fly for Star Marianas Air in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). Born and raised on the i…
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Star Marianas Air soars with 20% women pilots

April 5, 2024
Tarrah Davis “OKAY, folks, this is the shortest 10-minute flight in the world. Welcome aboard!” says Pilot Tarrah Davis with a smile as she prepares for take-off. Her welcome is warm, but her skills are ice cold – honed from over 1,100 hours of flight time.   Tarrah is one of thre…
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Star Marianas leaders shine

April 5, 2024
At the center, Donna Cabrera and Jose Cruz with the Accounting team in Tinian.  AT Star Marianas Airlines, the dedicated employees are the backbone of the company’s success. Two standout team members are Donna Cabrera, Operations Manager, and Jose “Joe” Cruz, General Manager. Donn…
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The success of Shaun Christian and STAR Marianas Air

April 5, 2024
BORN into a family steeped in the aviation industry, Shaun’s path seemed predestined from an early age. His father, Robert Christian, a veteran of the skies, played a pivotal role in shaping the airline landscape of the Northern Mariana Islands. “My father was working for Princeville Ai…
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