Members of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) gathered in Saipan to exchange updates, research, and innovative strategies for coral reef conservation and management. During the USCRTF Business Meeting on November 14, attended by Guam Governor Lou Leon Guerrero, Governor Arnold Palacios made history by signing an executive order recognizing coral reefs as critical natural infrastructure. This groundbreaking move paves the way for their integration into the CNMI’s disaster preparedness, recovery, and mitigation plans.

‘All Clear’ for Saipan and Tinian Anticipated at 11:00am, Nov. 13

(CNMI Office of the Governor) – As of 11:00 pm, November 12, 2024, Governor Arnold I. Palacios, in consultation with the CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) and the National Weather Service – Guam (NWS Guam), has declared Tropical Storm Condition I for Rota and has maintained Tropical Storm Condition II for Saipan and Tinian.

(CNMI Office of the Governor) – As of 5:00 pm, November 12, 2024, Governor Arnold I. Palacios, in consultation with the CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) and the National Weather Service – Guam (NWS Guam), has declared Tropical Storm Condition II for Saipan, Tinian, and Rota.

Saipan and Tinian Remain Under Tropical Storm Watch

In recognition of their exceptional impact on the humanities in the CNMI, six remarkable individuals were honored at the annual Governor’s Humanities Awards. The celebration, hosted by the Northern Marianas Humanities Council, brought together Governor Arnold I. Palacios, the Humanities Board of Directors, and Executive Director Leo Pangelinan to acknowledge these inspiring contributions.

Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang officially proclaimed the week of October 6–12, 2024, as Fire Prevention Week. The event was attended by Commissioner of the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (DFEMS) Juan A. Pua, representatives from the American Red Cross – NMI Chapter, members of the Commonwealth Cancer Association, and local firefighters.

Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang, in partnership with the Northern Marianas Humanities Council, proudly proclaimed October 2024 as Humanities Month in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang, in partnership with the CNMI Division of Agriculture, proudly proclaimed October 1st as CNMI Arbor Day and the entire month of October 2024 as Arbor Month in the Commonwealth.