Local Politics & Economy: Alicia Limtiaco took the congressional stage alone at the Guam Women’s Chamber forum, pitching “Guam first” priorities built around federal equity, infrastructure and family-focused issues, while incumbent Del. James Moylan skipped the debate. Gubernatorial Race: In a separate Guam Women’s Chamber showdown, V. Anthony “Tony” Ada and E.J. Calvo argued for workforce pipelines and a faster tourism rebound, while Sen. Therese M. Terlaje and Sabina Flores Perez pushed different approaches to rebuilding the economy and improving government accountability. Federal Funding for Resilience: Guam Memorial Hospital secured a $16M FEMA grant for a second backup generator, aiming to keep emergency power steady during extended outages after Typhoon Mawar. Education & Pay: The Guam Federation of Teachers urged lawmakers to back a bill targeting teacher pay reaching 95% of the national average within five years, as GDOE seeks more control over educator compensation. Government Accountability: The Office of Public Accountability flagged GDOE’s federally funded air-conditioning procurement as mismanaged, citing $14.6M in questioned costs. Business & Consumer: Cost.U.Less opened a new Hagåtña flagship, and Rockit Ride announced a new partnership with plans to invest as Phoebe Guerrero steps in as general manager. Health Support: Pay-Less Community Foundation launched free cancer support services through September via its Circle of Care program. Regional Security: The Marshall Islands signed onto the U.S. State Partnership Program, linking with the Guam and Nebraska National Guards for emergency management, cyber defense and security cooperation.