Friday, October 30, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The College of Micronesia-FSM (COM-FSM) promotes access to higher education through its Open Admission Policy, which allows all eligible applicants to enroll. Admission is separate from placement, with assessments used only to determine the most appropriate course level and academic pathway. The College of Micronesia-FSM Placement Test (COMET), once viewed as an entrance exam, now serves solely as a placement tool to help studen

Friday, October 30, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap U.S. Military Operations (YUMO) has announced that a UXO Demolition Team will conduct small-scale controlled detonations in Fnaliliy on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., prompting temporary road restrictions in nearby areas to ensure public safety. According to the notice issued by YUMO, the Yap State Police will temporarily restrict road access from Fedor, Yinuf, and Dalipbineaw beginning at approximately 10:45 a.

The College of Micronesia-FSM, Yap Campus wishes to inform high school graduates GED certificate holders and anyone interested that the College of Micronesia-FSM placement test(comet) is scheduled on Saturday (November 14, 2026), 8:30am until 12:30pm at Yap Campus. If you wish to enroll at COM-FSM in Spring Semester 2027, you are urged to take this test. Please stop by Yap Campus to register your name and pay $5.00 test fee before the test date. For further information, pleas

The Yap U.S. Military Operation (YUMO) Office wishes to inform the general-public that the UXO Demolition Team will be conducting a small-scale controlled detonation on October 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Fnaliliy. For the public’s safety, the Yap State Police will temporarily block road access from Fedor, Yinuf, Dalipebinaw, beginning at approximately 10:45 AM. Traffic restrictions are expected to remain in place until approximately 11:15 AM, or until the Demolition Team provid

Thursday, October 29, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - This coming Saturday, October 31, the Division of Youth Services invites youth, families, and community members to a spooky and fun-filled Halloween Movie Night at The Iboom from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The evening will feature two movies, Hotel Transylvania 4, followed by The Curse of Bridge Hollow. Attendees can also enjoy face painting, balloon animals, popcorn, live chess, and outdoor games. The program will include a spec

Thursday, October 29, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On October 18, 2026, the Department of Health Services issued the Communicable Disease Report from October 19-25, 2026. This report presents a comprehensive overview of syndromic trends and activities from 23 sentinel sites across the state, including laboratory‑confirmed cases, public health updates, and recommendations. For the Diarrheal cases, has increased by six this week to 15, remaining above the Alert threshold. Cases w

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yesterday, October 27th, the Yap State Election Office provided a specimen of the ballot question that will appear during the upcoming General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, allowing voters to review the question of whether a constitutional convention should be held to consider amendments to the Yap State Constitution. The ballot question reads: “Shall there be a convention to amend the Constitution?” Under Article X, Section 1

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The FSM Green Climate Fund (GCF) Food Security Project (SAP020) shared highlights earlier today, October 28th, on its recent activities with the Thabeth Community in Yap, showcasing efforts to strengthen community participation, promote sustainable agriculture, and improve local food preservation practices. The activities, held on October 10 and 18, 2026, focused on reviewing project progress, advancing community-led agricultu

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The FSM Green Climate Fund (GCF) Food Security Project (SAP020) has recognized Mr. Jay Garmangeg as the Yap Coordinator for Components 2 and 3, bringing local agricultural expertise and community development experience to efforts aimed at strengthening food security and climate resilience across Yap State. Based at the College of Micronesia–FSM Cooperative Research and Extension (COM-FSM CRE), Garmangeg will support project imp

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Yap State joined the observance of United Nations Day on Friday, October 23, 2026, with activities highlighting local products, cultural traditions, and community participation across the state. In recognition of the occasion, some government offices and businesses observed the holiday, while schools in the outer islands held programs to mark the day. Several private-sector vendors offered locally made products for sale, showcas

Monday, October 26, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The FSM Telecommunications Cable Corporation (FSMTCC) carried out scheduled road cutting and crossing work in the Talguw area near Gilmar Store and V6AI Radio Station on Saturday, October 24, 2026, as part of the ongoing underground fiber network installation throughout Yap Island. The work began at 8:30 a.m. and was scheduled to continue until completion. To minimize traffic disruptions, the road cutting was planned in two halv

Monday, October 26, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap State Workshop on Inclusive Weather and Climate Services began earlier today, Monday, October 26, 2026, at the YapCAP Conference Room in Colonia and will continue through Friday, October 30. The workshop is organized by the FSM Weather Service Offices in partnership with the Pacific Community (SPC) through the Climate and Oceans Support Program in the Pacific (COSPPac), the Pacific Disability Forum, and the Fiji Meteorolo

Thursday, October 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap Comprehensive Cancer Control Program congratulates the winners of the Women’s Health Week raffle and thanks all women who participated in the free health screenings. Twenty winners have been selected to receive $25 each, courtesy of the Yap Cancer Program. The winners are Justina Guchol, Magdalen Letawerimeng, Bridget Sugwermal, Maria Lugumai, Juanita Ilemangsou, Genesse Gorong, Regina Muturwan, Rita Leyangmal, Sheila

Thursday, October 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Department of Health Services, has issued the Yap Communicable Disease Report for Epidemiological Week 42, covering the period of October 12-18, 2026. For Diarrhea, Diarrheal cases increased by two this week bringing the total to nine cases, remaining above the Alert threshold. Cases were reported at Main Hospital OPD (5), Gagil CHC (2), Tamil CHC (1), and Lamotrek Dispensary (1). Laboratory testing identified enteric path

Important Notice: Polling Station Locations for Worwoo Rull and Fraa, Kanifay The Yap State Election Office would like to inform all voters of the followìng changes to the polling station locations for Worwoo Rull and Fraa, Kanifay. 1. Worwoo Rull Poll The polling station has been relocated to the Rull Women's Meeting House. All voters of Worwoo Rull are advised to report to this location on Election Day to cast their votes. 2. Fraa, Kanifay Pol11 The polling station has been

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Waab Softball Association held its first semifinal round on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Yap High School Baseball Field, as teams continued their pursuit of the tournament championship. The semifinal games featured competitive matchups, with teams demonstrating skill, teamwork, and determination. Results from the games were as follows: Sisters vs. Lady Protectors: Team Sisters won with a score of 28–09 Keb Ngom vs. FM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The government vessel Hapilmohol 2 departed Yap on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m. for a scheduled long-distance voyage to the outer islands at the start of Fiscal Year 2027. The vessel is scheduled to serve Ulithi, Fais, Eauripik, Woleai, Ifalik, Fechailap, Elato, Lamotrek, and Satawal before returning to Yap along the same route. The voyage will provide transportation for government personnel and privat