Independence & Community Events: ASTCA and partners are gearing up for America’s 250th July 4 celebrations with a women’s cricket tournament, the iconic fautasi race, an international 7s rugby tournament, and a Stan Walker-led concert plus fireworks and a drone show. Public Safety & Local Governance: The Department of Public Safety is in transition after Taaga Saite Moliga’s resignation; Deputy Commissioner Falana’ipupu Taase Sagapolutele steps in as Acting Police Commissioner. Health & Family Support: DHSS says Summer-EBT (SUN Bucks) starts this week, boosting benefits to $180 per student for June–August, with paper coupons still being picked up at ASNAP for the final time. Children’s Health Funding: Congresswoman Amata highlights a $96,750 HHS/HRSA grant to strengthen care coordination for children and youth with special health needs. Culture & Faith: Elder Gary E. Stevenson ministered across Australia, New Caledonia, Samoa, and American Samoa, delivering a message centered on God’s love and joy of the gospel. Human Stories: Kalaupapa community mourns Meli Watanuki (1934–2026), remembered for her “never give up” spirit after years shaped by Hansen’s disease. Domestic Incident: Police arrested a man after an alleged assault on his wife in front of children, charging him with assault and private peace disturbance. Regional Environment Debate: AS Democratic Party praises Guam’s deep-sea mining ban push, calling it protection for ocean, heritage, and island life. Sports & Tradition: Samoa’s Independence celebrations also spotlight traditional fautasi racing, with Telefoni o le Vainu’u winning the wooden-oar race.