Beach Road Magazine - November 2019

Thanksgiving soup A new twist to a classic dinner

Youth football

Resurrecting an American tradition

Practicing gratitude

Benefits of expressing thankfulness

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Learn the benefits of expressing thankfulness. - Page 14 ABOUT THE COVER Sho Shimmoto, sushi chef of Miyako restaurant at Hyatt Regency Saipan, cooks up a Japanesestyle side dish for Thanksgiving.

Photo by D&R Visuals

2 Calendar

November events

4-6 Artist

Growing a community

8-9 Sports

Youth football on Saipan

11-12 Featured Event

CNMI Women’s Association Fun-Raise-Her

14-16 Health

The health benefits of giving thanks

18-20 Beauty

Tips on holiday fashion

21 Recipe

Pumpkin Soup

22-23 On the Road

Event photos and special messages

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NOVEMBER EVENTS 30th Annual Red Cross “Club 200” Fundraising Dinner (Res-scheduled from Oct.) When: Nov. 9 Time: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Where: Fiesta Resort & Spa Saipan Cost: $100 for general admission; $150 for VIP Help support the Red Cross and come with your dancing shoes on!

Bearing a “Latin Nights” theme, it will feature décor, dancing, dress and delectable dishes from throughout Latin America. Although you can dress up as a turkey if you choose, you will definitely get roasted during the costume contest!

Contact: RC office, 234-3459 4th Annual Friends of the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library Golf Tournament Fundraiser When: Nov. 10 Time: 6:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Where: Lao Lao Bay Golf & Resort-West Course Cost: $200 per team Show off your golfing skills to show your gratitude for your community libraries! Find a partner and help to raise funds for Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, the Bookmobile, the Antonio C. Atalig Memorial Library (Rota), the Tinian Public Library and the Fernando Benavente Memorial Library.

Contact: Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, 235-7315

Come one, come all! Treat your family to this modern one-ring circus!

Seven shows: Friday Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 16 and 17, at 1 p.m., 4 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. With thrilling acts from motorcycle stunts and human flags to a balancing act and comedians, one thing is for sure, your family will be so full of thanks for allowing them to create memories that last a lifetime.

Contact: Office in Sarasota, Florida, (808) 439-6555 CNMI Women’s Association’s Fun-Raise-Her Empowerment Dinner When: Nov. 22 Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Where: Fiesta Resort & Spa Saipan Cost: $75 per person A fabulous night of fun, feminism and food to raise funds for programs and services for women’s education, career training and development.

With a special guest entrepreneur and a fun lineup of activities and performances, there is something for everyone to be thankful for!

Contact: https://www.facebook.com/cnmiwomen/

NOVEMBER

Super American Circus When: Nov. 15 through Nov. 17 Time: Varies per day (see description) Where: Ada Gym Cost: $32 for adult general admission, $16 for child GA, other sections also available

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“Don’t Be a Turkey” Walk When: Nov. 26 Time: Registration begins at 6 a.m.

Where: Chamolinian Cultural Village, Inc. parking lot Cost: $6 per walker Trot like a turkey down the Saipan Beach Pathway to help prevent diabetes! Bring whoever you want, just leave the sweet pumpkin pie at home; there’s no need for it along the treelined route!

Contact: Mario Espeleta, 322-8770

ARTIST

Photos by Marlon Regaton

GROWING A COMMUNITY

By Wayne Chargualaf Former Municipal Council member and retired assistant chief of police Ramon “RB” Camacho wants to use community gardens to bring Saipan together one village at a time.

“We’ve got to do this pilot project in Susupe and make it successful,” Camacho says. “Then we can move on to another area.”

The seed for his idea was planted while performing his duties as chairman of the parole board. Camacho wanted to figure out a way to integrate parolees back into society, as well as convince society to welcome them back in.

“I wanted to change the mentality of the community,” he says. “The minute they see these people, they’re going to think ‘He’s just a convict.’”

Having grown up farming, Camacho envisioned a garden where parolees can work together with people in the community. They could grow fruits and vegetables

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to contribute to a healthy diet, build stronger community bonds, and reintegrate parolees so that they’re welcomed back into society rather than isolated because of fear and suspicion.

“When you look at law enforcement versus the entire community as a whole, who has the greater power for change?” Camacho says. “Community involvement is important to reforming parolees and preventing crime and other unacceptable activity.”

To realize his vision, Camacho worked with the Northern Mariana Islands Office of Adult Probation Office and the NMC-CREES — the Northern Marianas College Cooperative Research Extension and Education Service — to acquire land and develop a program to educate the community on agricultural practices. Eventually, the plan is for the community to take over and manage the garden with occasional support from the NMC-CREES. The spot chosen for the garden is an empty lot in Susupe that measures about 900-square-meters. The plan

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is to clear out debris from past typhoons and then get to work raising awareness of the community garden through a combination of social media and a door-to-door campaign.

The NMC-CREES will develop a program to educate people on agricultural practices. The education program is planned to kick off in November.

An additional aim of Camacho’s vision for community gardens is to help reinvigorate the practice of farming on Saipan in general, which is something he feels has fallen by the wayside in recent decades.

“Back then, when I was growing up in the 60s and 70s,

Chamorros were really active in farming,” Camacho says.

“Raising pigs, raising cows, raising chickens — we met all of our needs. We weren’t relying on imports.”

Camacho says farming plays an important role in public health and food security.

“When we import vegetables, we don’t know what they’re treated with,” he says. “And when mother nature strikes and there’s no air or water transportation, what then?

What are we going to put on the table? These are all things I want to emphasize with our community.”

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SPECIAL FEATURE

Mobil launched a new era of its more than 50-year history on Saipan with the introduction of enhanced fuel offerings and a fresh, modern look to its service stations.

As of Sept. 17, all of Mobil’s 11 service stations on Saipan will offer Synergy Extra and Synergy Supreme+ fuel to improve engine performance for its customers. For Synergy Extra, Mobil has increased the amount of additive to help improve fuel economy and engine performance while reducing emissions. For Synergy Supreme+ — the highest-octane unleaded gasoline available from Mobile on Saipan — Mobil has doubled the amount of additive found in Synergy Extra.

The result is a high-performing fuel that will improve fuel economy, engine performance, protect against corrosion, clean your engine and reduce emissions.

Synergy Diesel — an ultra-low diesel fuel suitable for all 6

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diesel engines — will remain unchanged and continue to meet key protection and performance specifications from the ASTM D975 standard specification for diesel fuel, including standards for lubricity and cetane index.

“Jimmy” Tim Chau Hau, President of Mobil Oil Mariana Islands said, “Our scientists have developed this improved formulation featuring the latest in global fuel technology, so that our customers can get more out of their drives.”

The new Mobil Synergy launch in Saipan is part of a larger campaign which included launches in Guam, Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong and New Zealand.

Mobil’s service stations also received an upgrade in the form of sleek, striking design elements such as the Wave, Blade, Koala and Number Wedge that reduce clutter to create a clean look that is not only attractive, but also communicates information more clearly and intuitively

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to customers. This design aesthetic also extends into Mobil’s marketing, so that the entire brand presents a coordinated, elegantly effective and contemporary feel that enhances the customer experience.

“The image upgrade includes innovative design elements to communicate fuel offers more consistently

and effectively to customers,” Hau said. “We are always looking for ways to better serve our consumers and these changes were made to enhance our customers’ buying experience.”

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SPORTS

BUILDING A FOUNDATION: COACHES AIM TO RESURRECT YOUTH FOOTBALL ON SAIPAN

By Wayne Chargualaf Saipan is a relatively small community, but there are no greater believers in the size of its tackle football talent than coaches Jacob Dowdell and John Blanco.

“There’s talent in Saipan,” Dowdell says. “Every place in the Pacific has talent, but if we don’t put it out there, then no one will see it.”

Tackle football — also known as American football — isn’t quite as developed a sport in Saipan as it is in Guam and the rest of the United States. Part of the reason, according to Blanco, is the lack of youth leagues to develop players in an organized fashion from childhood into high school and beyond.

“There is no league simply because of the resources needed to field a team,” Blanco, an athletic director

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at Mt. Carmel School, says. “Football is an expensive sport, and honestly, a lot of the kids that do play are from underprivileged families. So it's kind of tough, trying to get the sport growing.”

Although there are plenty of eager and talented players, Blanco says there is also a lack of coaches and organizers on island who can develop that talent.

“A lot of people want to help in some ways but most shy away from coaching,” Blanco says.

Blanco started coaching youth football in 1999 and helped created a men’s tackle football league which lasted from 2001 to 2005 and consisted of four teams. Since then, a single men’s tackle football team has existed that plays one to two games per year against Guam and the Philippines, although there is talk of forming a regional conference for teams from different areas of the Asia Pacific region to play

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against each other.

“A plan is in the works again to possibly play against teams in China, Korea, and Hong Kong, to name a few,” Blanco says. “Not going to lie though, it’s not easy and attempts to do so in the past have failed, but we are still going to keep trying.”

Based in Guam, Dowdell coaches football at Guam High School and runs 67ONE Recruiting, a program that aims to bring high school athletes from the Mariana Islands to the attention of college recruiters across the nation. Although the program began with a focus on Guam, Dowdell has worked with Blanco and Ed Arriola — another coach who assisted with the camp — to organize training camps on Saipan.

“I just saw all the talent that was out there I thought ‘How can I help these kids get some exposure and get an opportunity?’” Dowdell says. “So I got together with John Blanco and Ed Arriola over there in Saipan to put on a camp two springs ago.”

Dowdell — along with Blanco and Arriola — also held a coaching clinic to develop more coaches prior to hitting the field with youth players for training. The coaches are also working to bring kids from Saipan to Guam for camps organized under 67ONE Recruiting.

In spite of the challenges of developing a bigger football program in the Mariana Islands, Dowdell says one advantage the athletes from this region have is their culture.

“Scouts are always looking for well-mannered kids and one thing about the kids from the Pacific is the strong family and cultural values,” he says. “You get somebody who’s all, ‘Yes sir, no sir,’ and they’re like ‘Whoa, where'd you come from?’ Kids on Saipan get that great home training and respect, as well as talent. We’ve just got to get them on the field so people can see what they can do.”

Plans to rebuild Saipan’s high school football program, as well as youth programs are still in the early stages. Blanco is focusing on developing youth football, which he believes is the key to ultimately developing a strong men’s program.

“We need those younger players coming out of the youth ranks to play in such a league,” he says.

With all the challenges of developing the sport on Saipan, Blanco says he enjoys the challenge and believes in the benefits of the sport.

“I just had a passion for the game and wanted to do my part for the community,” Blanco says. “Living in Chalan Kanoa, we have a lot of underprivileged kids that just need something else in their lives.”

Blanco says one of the sport’s biggest benefits is lifelong camaraderie.

“Guys I have played against here, from Guam and the Philippines are guys I consider dear friends,” he says.

“We are the few that are crazy enough to be involved in this game. We have butt heads at times but they are still my brothers.”

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FEATURED EVENT

Photos courtesy of the CNMI Women's Association

CNMI WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

Fun-Raise-Her

By Rianne Peredo The CNMI Women’s Association will hold its FunRaise-Her event at the Fiesta Resort & Spa from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Nov. 22.

The event will feature dinner, live music, giveaways and a guest speaker, with a goal of raising funds to provide educational and employment opportunities for women in the region. The association provides employment opportunities through job fairs, training and placement. Job placement involves referrals to the appropriate agencies and programs.

“We are still doing the final planning,” says program administrator for CNMIWA, Felicidad T. Ogumoro.

“Everyone is doing galas, so we didn’t want to do that.”

The organization started in 2011 as a non-profit organization with a mission to empower women to become leaders and guardians of their guinaha (assets in Chamorro) through political, economic and social leadership. It provides education and training opportunities, mentorship, advocacy, and information and referral services to foster konfiånsa (self-

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confidence) for women to maximize their potential and positive impact. It has a seven-member board of directors. The board members are Rose A. Hocog (president), Dolores R. Drew (vice president), Daisy T. Demapan (secretary pro tempore), Julie O. Manglona (treasurer), Erna O. Ngirchongor, Jacqueline Che and Jovita Paulino.

Ogumoro also says another main event, the 6th annual Women’s Summit, was held on March 29 and 30. It featured panel presentations and discussions with guest speakers. The theme was “Lead-HER-Ship: masters of our own destiny.”

In 2017, the CNMIWA hosted five events in March, which is women’s month. Additionally, the next Women’s Summit in 2020 will also have another theme to focus on for its mission.

CNMIWA also collaborates with other public and private organizations to provide social services within the region. Currently, it operates out of the Garapan Community Development Center and CNMI Women’s Center.

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Photos courtesy of the CNMI Women's Association

HEALTH

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HEALTH

THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF GIVING THANKS

By Steve Graff Yes, there’s turkey, cranberry, mashed potatoes — and maybe even some red rice. But Thanksgiving is also that time of year when people take a step back and give thanks for everything in their life and the people in it. It’s a feel-good time all around.

It’s so good, in fact, it may be worth trying it yearround. Science tells us there are numerous health benefits to practicing gratitude.

According to research studies, being thankful on a regular basis can help improve people’s sleep and mood. Other studies suggest it can reduce inflammation in the body, promote better heart health and help build and sustain relationships. The list goes on (see next page).

“We’re talking about the mind-body connection,” says Anne Erhard, a clinical psychologist with Pacific Clinical and Consulting in Saipan. “How we think about and how we approach things definitely has an impact on our well-being.”

Gratitude practices tend to fall into two categories: The act of giving thanks, such as writing thank you notes and being appreciative of what’s in one’s life. The other is seeing the value in people and relationships.

“One thing I see when you practice gratitude, is that it brings you into the present moment,” Erhard says.

Too often people aren’t giving their thoughts equal time. They have a tendency to focus more on the negative and less on the positive, Erhard says. They’re thinking about the house or car they don’t have. Or they’re worrying about not having enough money or a partner’s shortcomings too much.

“The gratitude practice helps shift the focus to a more balanced perspective,” Erhard says. “So that there’s not that an over focus on the negative.”

The process takes work, though, she adds, and needs to be genuine. It’s not a one-and-done act of gratitude that will raise someone’s spirt or lower their heart rate. Like anything in life, for it to work, persistence is key.

“It’s not a magic bullet,” Erhard says. “It’s something that needs to be maintained to make an impact and really be felt.”

Saipan residents tell Beach Road what they are most thankful for this year: “I am grateful for all the experiences, opportunities, and achievements I’ve had so far. As a child, I was always too shy to try something new or go out of my comfort zone, but at 19 years old I have experienced so much and will continue to do so.”

- Jefferson Mateo, @jef rsnjuice_ “I’m most thankful for working for an agency filled with like-minded individuals with a passion to help our community. The NMPASI posse is probably the best team anyone could work for. We support each other not only at work, but also in our everyday lives. We lift each other up and are always present when we need it most.”

- Dawn Sablan, project specialist for Northern Marianas Protection & Advocacy Systems, Inc.

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FIVE WAYS PRACTICING GRATITUDE C A N IMPR OV E YOU R H E ALTH

By Morgan Legel

DAILY LIFE POSITIVITY

Just like exercise or washing your face daily, you will not see the effects of practicing gratitude immediately.

It may be four weeks in the future when you’re out walking with the sun shining in your face, or it may in be six months when something bad happens and you still feel positive for the future. But if you’re practicing gratitude every day, chances are, you’ll notice yourself feeling healthier and more positive. Here are five ways this practice could improve your health and life:

BETTER SLEEP A day full of thank-you notes and kind gestures could leave you with more positive thoughts before crashing for the night, and you’ll wake up feeling refreshed and ready to go. A 2009 study in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research found a link between a better night’s sleep and practicing gratitude.

IMPROVED HEART AND BLOOD CIRCULATION The Chopra foundation found a link between practicing gratitude and reduced cardiac risk. “It seems that a more grateful heart is indeed a more healthy heart,” study author Dr. Paul J. Mills, UC San Diego School of Medicine professor of family medicine and public health and director of the Center of Excellence for Research and Training in Integrative Health, said in 2015.

It’s not easy to pinpoint everything you’re thankful for, and it’s even easier to forget it in the hustle and bustle of your everyday life. According to a 2003 study in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, journaling about gratitude helped people feel more optimistic and better about their lives. Even if your gratitude isn’t shared with anyone, you will still feel more satisfied by your overall life.

EASIER RELATIONSHIPS Being grateful for what you have, specifically the ability to help others, can cultivate a new relationship or compound on an existing one, according to a 2006 study from Northeastern University.

Something as small as a simple act of kindness can allow you to open yourself up, express your lifestyle of gratitude and help you build and sustain your relationships.

BETTER MENTAL HEALTH Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “You are what you think all day long.” Indiana University conducted a study in 2015 that found you are training your brain with positivity as you focus on being more grateful. The participants in this study reported significantly better mental health than others, showing that what you think can affect who you are.

Saipan residents tell Beach Road what they are most thankful for this year: “I am thankful to be working with such a diverse group of individuals with strong personalities that strive to be better than they were yesterday. Thankful to be working for a company which embraces and leads in innovation and technology. I am MOST thankful to have a career in the telecommunication industry where we are able to bridge the gap between family and friends on island and abroad—connecting you to the things that matter most every day and most especially this holiday season.”

- Brent Deleon Guerrero, CNMI brand owner for Docomo Pacific "I am thankful for the opportunities and experiences I've had this year. As these experiences enabled me to step out of comfort zone.

I am also very appreciative towards my family and my friends for the unconditional love and support given."

-Mary Joyce G. Masongsong, secretary for 4H Marianas

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BEAUTY

Festive Fittings

BY RIANNE PEREDO

As the holiday season approaches, it can be difficult to decide what to wear to those festive events. So we asked two people to give us their take on holiday party wear and trendy fashion in the region.

ON HOLIDAY WEAR...

“My go-to outfit for a formal holiday event would be something comfortable yet flattering, such as a classy jumpsuit. The usual colors — red, green, or any sort of sparkle — fit the holiday theme for me. Jumpsuits are a piece that can be easily worn without having to worry about matching it with another piece, and accessorizing can easily elevate the look. Sparkly accents and a statement shoe are what I would usually go for, specifically if my outfit was more of a plain color. However, if my outfit was more shimmery or embellished, I would lean towards simpler accessories, and let the clothing have its moment.”

- LEISHA DELEON GUERRERO, @LEISHA.DLG

ON WHAT'S IN RIGHT NOW FOR WOMEN...

“In regards to trendy fashion, one print I really think is making a comeback is animal print. Specifically cheetah print. It’s a print that can be dressed up or dressed down, quick and versatile! As for me I love pops of colors, and bringing out my inner islander through the use of tropical floral prints, whether it be to events or casual everyday looks.”

- LEISHA DELEON GUERRERO, @LEISHA.DLG

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ON HOLIDAY WEAR...

“Top: Long-sleeve dress shirt. The dress shirt would be tucked in and the first two to three buttons would be undone. Bottoms: sleek, comfortable chinos. Shoes: desert or Oxford shoes. Accessories: belt, watch, stud earrings, crossbody bag. In regard to colors and trends — I always go with black, white and a pop of color. For example, my outfit would be a black or white dress shirt; bottoms would be black, navy blue, maroon or olive green. I prefer my belts black, but on some occasions, I’d wear a belt with the color similar to my shoes. Studs just add that spice to the outfit. My crossbody bag would be black preferably, but from time to time I like to mismatch my style and see what works.”

- JEFFERSON MATEO, @JEFRSNJUICE_

ON WHAT'S IN RIGHT NOW FOR MEN...

“I really like dark, neutral colors. Chill and simple, but I feel that these colors are the loudest. Additionally, with patterns, you can never go wrong with floral patterns or vertical stripes.” - Mateo

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RECIPE

THINKING OUTSIDE

the Thanksgiving box Stuffing, green beans, red rice, mashed potatoes and… pumpkin soup? Sho Shimmoto, sushi chef at Miyako, the

INGREDIENTS

Japanese restaurant at Hyatt Regency Saipan, created

• 4 tbsp. Olive oil (regular, not extra virgin)

this soup as a Japanese-inspired Thanksgiving side dish, bringing new flair to a classic family meal.

• 2 onions, finely chopped • 5 cups peeled pumpkin cut into chunks, remove seeds and store separately

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Heat 2 tbsp. of olive oil in a large pot, then gently cook two finely chopped onions for 5 minutes, until soft but not colored.

• 3 cups vegetable stock or chicken stock • ½ cup double cream or soymilk • 4 slices of bread • Salt and pepper to taste

2. Add 5 cups peeled, deseeded and chopped pumpkin or squash to the pan, then carry on cooking for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it starts to soften and turn golden.

3. Pour 3 cups of vegetable stock into the pan, then season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes until the pumpkin is very soft. Pour the double cream into the pan, bring back to a boil, and then puree with a hand blender. For an extra-velvety consistency, wait for soup to cool and push the soup through a fine sieve into another pan. Reheat on low.

TOPPING AND TEXTURE: While the soup is cooking, slice the crusts from four slices of bread, then cut the bread into small croutons.

Heat the remaining 2 tbsp. olive oil in a frying pan, then fry the bread until it starts to become crisp. Add a handful of peeled pumpkin seeds to the pan, then cook for a few minutes more until they are toasted. These can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container. Reheat the soup if needed, taste for seasoning, then serve scattered with croutons and seeds and drizzled with more olive oil, if desired.

TIP The soup can be frozen for up to two months in an airtight container.

Photo by D&R Visuals

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Photos by Geraldo Almine The Marianas Ukelele Festvial was held on Oct. 19 at the Marianas Business Plaza, showcasing the unique music that can be created using the ukulele.

Photos courtesy of D&R Visuals “Remember Me,” a short film by D&R Visuals about raising awareness on post-traumatic stress disorder, won “Best of Festival” at the Guam International Film Festival on Oct. 13. Denton Pangelinan served as writer and producer, Rita Indalecio as director and Caro Domingo as director of photography. Derek A. Cutting also starred in the film.

Photos courtesy of Shannon Sasamoto

Miss Marianas 2019 travelled through the hills and waterfalls of Rota, exploring the annual Coconut Festival and other Rota tourist sites.

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ON THE ROAD

Photos by Marlon Regaton On Oct. 26, Saipan held a Resiliency Fest at the Marianas Business Plaza, one year after Supertyphoon Yutu hit the NMI.

Photos by Marlon Regaton The Saipan Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon for its Oct. 2 general membership meeting

Photos courtesy of James Lee

On Sep. 29, Team Marianas competed at the Trench Challenge, a grueling obstacle course race boasting 39 obstacles in a seven-mile span on Guam International Raceway.

For more On The Road photos, visit BRM's Facebook page. Submit your photos, with a caption, to media_coordinator@glimpsesofguam.com.

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