AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCultural Memory: A relative of the late Lino Mettao Olopai says calls to remove his books from schools and circulation risk cultural erasure, reopening painful historical wounds. Arts and Culture: Returning performers Lou and Elmo Sablan say adult cultural arts need more space in the CNMI. As the Marianas Visitors Authority plans to take over the Commonwealth Council for Arts & Culture, it is seeking community input and says federal arts funding will remain protected. Heritage: A latte stone taken from Rota nearly 70 years ago has returned to the Marianas. It will stay at the NMI Museum in Saipan as an educational resource until its original location is identified. Community Arts: 500 Sails marked Commonwealth Cultural Day with canoe rides and weaving activities celebrating island traditions. On Stage: The Dee Clayton Classic bodybuilding competition celebrated its 15th year, with Shawn Fleming sweeping three categories.
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