By Journal on June 20, 2024
Chuuk, Covid, Giff Johnson, Guam, Hilda Heine, Kiribati, Kosrae, Mattie Sasser, Micronesian games, Nauru, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Pohnpei, Tony Muller, Waylon Muller, Wilmer Joel, Yap
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GIFF JOHNSON The Micronesian Games kicked off in Majuro Saturday June 15 with a gala celebration that featured sports delegations from the 10 islands in the sub-region parading in uniform with flags and banners along a newly opened track field, a rarely performed traditional stick dance of the Marshall Islands, a Marshall Islands flag dance, and […]
By Journal on June 13, 2024
Alice Elanzo, Areyochi deBrum, Arlington Tibon, Assembly of God, Hansen Kaisha, Mercy Bomade, National Institution for Youth Education of Japan, Rita Elementary School, Rose-Wena Tawaj, Wilmer Joel
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Eighty-two students from the sixth grade at Rita Elementary School who were promoted to middle school status received certificates and awards last Friday under the theme: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Proverbs 9:12). Out of the four sections, two students emerged with the top grade point average. The students are […]
By Journal on June 13, 2024
Chantelle Rogers Niedenthal, Jitak, Jitak Likatu Bar, Kiana Pengai Harry, Lakadrimdrim, Lijimu, Miram deBrum, Miss Nonouti Kiribati, Netha Gideon, Robert Anjain
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While the Festival of Pacific Arts was happening in Hawaii, local business Lakadrikdrim held a fashion entertainment showcasing island wear and crafts last Friday at Jitak Likatu Bar. The show provided a platform for a group of young, for some, super young, models to showcase their talent and local handicrafts. One by one, each participant […]
By Journal on June 13, 2024
Deborah Shoniber, Giff Johnson, Hilary Hosia, Hilda Heine, https://www.majol2024.com/, Jose Gaña, Mattie Sasser, Micronesian games, Tony Muller, Waylon Muller
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GIFF JOHNSON There are no more “tomorrows” — the Micronesian Games are here! Athletes, coaches and officials are now living at the MIHS Micro Games Village, the Games food crew is turning out thousands of meals daily at the Village, and the RMI opening ceremony team is gearing for the big kickoff event this Saturday […]
By Journal on June 6, 2024
Asian Development Bank, Eve Burns, Setoki Qalubau, University of the South Pacific
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The University of the South Pacific Campus in Majuro together with the Marshall Islands Public School System launched a master of education program at the end of May. The event took place at the USP Campus in Rairok and featured remarks from both USP and PSS representatives. The event was emceed by USP Campus Director […]
By Journal on June 6, 2024
Aaliyah Kahn, Amari Kabua, Arabella May Dela Llana, Emosi Maitokana, Jamee Taala, Jasmiann Ebol, Jin Kai Lin, Julius Muertuge, Madeline Eknilang, Norlynn Lewis, Robinson Jack, Rosa Limenwa Ben, Viola Shepherd, Wilmer Joel, Zheiu Yan
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This graduation season saw proud parents, family members, and friends witnessing graduates from secondary schools to colleges in Majuro receiving their diplomas, certificates, awards, and degrees. As is customary in commencement ceremonies, graduates received academic awards or credentials, speeches from the salutatorian and valedictorian, turning tassels from right to left signifying alumni status, songs, and […]
By Journal on June 6, 2024
Allen Mwekto, Damien Jacklick, Hilary Hosia, International Conference Center, Jenrok Track and Field, Kenneth Kramer, Mack Capelle, Setoki Qalubau, Terry Sasser, Tony Muller, Tony Wase, Waylon Muller
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The International Conference Center at the heart of Majuro is expected to showcase the most advanced and cutting-edge technology ever used in the sports arena in the Marshall Islands. Technical team from the National Telecommunication Authority has been busy the past few days installing computers and wires in preparation for the Micronesian Games. One gadget […]
By Journal on May 30, 2024
RMI Public School System, Speedtech Energy, Taiwan Embassy
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A new “solar car park” is in the process of installation at the Public School System parking area in Delap. It’s funded by the Taiwan Embassy and supplied by Speedtech Energy, a Taiwan-based solar company. Local company Green Energy Solutions is the contractor, collaborating with Speedtech, National Energy Office and PSS for local installation and […]
By Journal on May 30, 2024
Alington Tibon, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, David A. Bednar, David Bednar, Finua Hakofa, Iotua Tune, John Kendall, Laie Hawaii Temple, Lucy Kendall, Mali Tune, Mary Cook, Maxine Meurs, Megan Hakofa, Peter Meurs, Quentin Cook, Wilmer Joel
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WILMER JOEL A high-level visitor from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has not been to the Marshall Islands since 2011. This reality was brought home during Apostle Elder Quentin L. Cook’s two-day visit to Ebeye and Majuro last week.Cook is the second apostle from the Quorum of the Twelve to visit the […]
By Journal on May 30, 2024
Daniel Kramer, Iva Reimers, Josh Lanki, Karen Earnshaw, Ministry of Natural Resources and Commerce, Prue Palmer, RMI Love Animals, SNIP Program, Tony Muller
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KAREN EARNSHAW The Ministry of Natural Resources and Commerce and the local non-profit organization RMI Love Animals have re-signed a Memorandum of Agreement to continue the partnership between the organization and the ministry. This includes a significant contribution of $30,000 for vet-related needs. RMI Love Animals’ advisor Prue Palmer told the Journal that “under the […]