Education Leadership: Jacqueline Padiernos Che was named acting commissioner of education for the CNMI’s Public School System, stepping in as the district faces a fiscal cliff from expiring pandemic funds, Super Typhoon Sinlaku recovery strain, and the lowest local appropriation in PSS history. Budget Process: House Ways and Means Chair John Paul Sablan is floating a bicameral FY 2027 budget committee with Senate counterparts to pressure-test revenue projections and craft a realistic, joint plan amid tough economic conditions. Tourism & Air Service: The Marianas Visitors Authority approved a $1.5M sole-source deal to keep Korea–Saipan flights alive, but Philippine Airlines later postponed its Manila–Saipan return until October, citing limited capacity during ongoing recovery. Public Safety & Community Impact: Burglaries hit the Koblerville gym and other Ada-area facilities, with thieves stealing copper wiring and equipment, adding new costs and threatening youth and women’s sports programs. Maritime Safety: A change of command installed Lt. Gabriel LaMartina as commander of Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Saipan, highlighting the unit’s role during Sinlaku response and ongoing port safety work. FBI & Local Case: The FBI dismissed viral claims tied to the Faloma Luhk disappearance, saying the person in the video is not Faloma. Sports/Community: IT&E and IP&E helped transport generators for the Diocese of Chalan Kanoa, supporting recovery at key church facilities.