Workforce & Education: UOG opened its new $9M Margaret Perez Hattori-Uchima School of Health Nursing Hub, aiming to nearly double nursing admissions starting in 2027 with advanced simulation and clinical training. Youth Employment Pipeline: Guam DOL opened enrollment for the In-School Youth Year-Round Program (Aug. 24–Sept. 30), pairing eligible students with paid summer work and career-focused classroom sessions. Local School Leadership: Academy of Our Lady named UOG alumna Kristina Louise C. Sayama as interim principal for the new school year. Tourism & Operations: Aquarium of Guam appointed international aquarium leader Aaron Sprowl as general manager ahead of its reopening and operational overhaul. Island Economy & Credit: Moody’s affirmed the Port of Guam’s Baa2 senior lien revenue bond rating with a stable outlook, citing liquidity and disciplined financial management. Housing Stability: Vice Speaker Tony Ada asked GHURA for clarification on protections for Housing Choice Voucher holders facing downsizing under limited rental availability. Cyber & Utilities Risk: Suspected Iran-linked cyberattacks on U.S. water systems are renewing warnings that many local systems—including Guam’s—remain vulnerable. Military & Infrastructure: The U.S. Air Force plans Andersen AFB expansion for more aircraft parking and capacity, while critics question the lack of hardened shelters. Environment & Cost Pressures: Guam deployed paracetamol-baited mice by helicopter to curb brown tree snakes, targeting both ecology and power-grid short circuits.