Monday, May 25, 2026 /// DYCA PIO The Neighboring Island Community High School held its Graduation Ceremony for the Graduating Class of 2026 this past Friday, May 22nd. The graduating class included Trina Letashigram, Rudson Tigwepiye, Chrisman Yarofaishiuw, Preston Maliuweliyaro, Vyleen Ilemangiir, Malaika Letawasrang, Dianno Emaenglipw, Raynia Lemuawiyeng, and Rexton Yaimengiir. The ceremony began at 9:00 am, with a welcoming song performed by the NICHS community as the gra

A developing tropical disturbance, called Invest 99W, is currently centered near 7°N, 147°E, west of Weno, Chuuk. This system may bring heavy showers, gusty winds, and choppy seas over the next few days as it moves west-northwest through the outer islands of Yap State. It may pass near or over Fais and Ulithi before turning north into the Philippine Sea. Rainfall could reach 3 to 5 inches over the next 72 hours, but there is still uncertainty in the track and rainfall amo

Friday, May 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - According to Accuweather, the weather forecast for tomorrow is partly sunny with isolated showers. Temperatures are expected to be 87 degrees high and 78 degrees low. The rainfall percentage is expected to be 25%. According to the Yap Weather Services Office, Tomorrow's tide schedule is as follows: the first high tide will be at 1:29 AM, reaching approximately 1.72 meters (5.67 feet). This will be followed by a low tide at 7:07 AM,

Friday, May 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - This past Wednesday, May 20th, the Small Business Development Center held a 2-day workshop that focused on how to start a business and the introduction to financial statements at the Small Business Development Center Conference rooms. The first workshop, which commenced on May 20th, provided valuable knowledge and insights that can help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of starting a business. The workshop offers practical a

Friday, May 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Yap Communicable Disease Report for EpiWeek 20, covering the period from May 11 to 17 of 2026. This report provides a comprehensive summary of syndromic trends and activities reported from 23 sentinel sites across the state, including laboratory-confirmed cases. Total Encounters: 571 patient visits across 23 sentinel sites with all syndromes reported by OPD Main Hospital and no syndromic alert this week. Diarrhea (On alert for 4 con

Thursday, May 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - According to Accuweather, the weather forecast for tomorrow is partly sunny. Temperatures are expected to be 89 degrees high and 78 degrees low. The rainfall percentage is expected to be 25%. According to the Yap Weather Services Office, Tomorrow's tide schedule is as follows: the first high tide will be at 11:22 AM, reaching approximately 1.69 meters (5.57 feet). This will be followed by a low tide at 6:21 PM, with a height of ap

Thursday, May 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Due to Education Week being postponed because of Tropical Storm Hagupit, the Gagil Community School decided to host its own mini Gagil School Education Week during school hours, where all the students will be in their school uniform. The event officially began yesterday, May 20, with various activities, including cardboard games and science projects, for students and community members to enjoy. Additionally, the 5th to 8th-grade

Thursday, May 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Earlier today, May 21, Outer Island High School held its 60th Graduation Ceremony in Falalop, Ulithi, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The ceremony opened with the procession of graduates and the presentation of the FSM National Anthem by the graduating class, followed by the invocation delivered by Mr. Lawrence Yaimangruw. Special guests in attendance included Governor Francis Itimai, Floor Leader Terrence Fong, Rear Admiral Joshua Lasky,

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - According to Accuweather, the weather forecast for tomorrow is partly cloudy, with isolated thunderstorms, followed by heavy showers in the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to be 87 degrees high and 78 degrees low. The rainfall percentage is expected to be 80%. According to the Yap Weather Services Office, Tomorrow's tide schedule is as follows: the first high tide will be at 10:22 AM, reaching approximately 1.80 meters (5.93

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Yesterday, May 19th, the 11th Yap State Legislature held a public hearing regarding Governor Communication No. 11-539: Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Annual Budget for Yap State Operations and Programs of the Department of Youth and Civic Affairs at 10:00 am at the Yap State Legislature Chamber. In attendance were the Speaker Nicholas Figirlaarwon, Vice Speaker Theodore (Ted) Rutun, Floor Leader Terrence Fong, Chairman Pius Talimeisei,

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Earlier today, May 20th, the container vessel Kota Ratu arrived in Yap from Guam at 7:00 am and will depart early tomorrow morning at 7:00, bound for Koror, Palau. During its visit, the container vessel discharged a total of 21 containers intended to supply local supply chains and commercial activity. The shipment included 4 containers of building materials, paper, store items, and clothing from China, 2 containers of constructio

The 3rd Annual Memorial Day - Wreath Laying Ceremony is scheduled this Monday, the 25th of May 2026, Colonia Park at 12pm(noon). This annual event is to commemorate and pay respects to the Yapese men who served in the US Military and made the ultimate sacrifice. Please join us as we share this solemn moment remembering the Fallen with the Families, friends and the community. This event is open to the public, Kammagar gad. Please join to remember, honor, and pay our deepest re

Office of the Mayor Rull Municipality The Rull Municipal Council and Mayor’s Office hereby gives public notice that it is reviewing and revising Rull Municipality Ordinance No. 75-2, including all amendments thereafter, and is proposing a new ordinance known as Proposed Ordinance DO-2026-01, also referred to as the Rull Municipality Business License Fee Act of 2026. Copies of the proposed ordinance are available at the Rull Municipal Office and will also be posted at designat

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - According to Accuweather, the weather forecast for tomorrow is partly cloudy, with isolated thunderstorms, followed by heavy showers in the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to be 86 degrees high and 78 degrees low. The rainfall percentage is expected to be 70%. According to the Yap Weather Services Office, Tomorrow's tide schedule is as follows: the first high tide will be at 9:29 AM, reaching approximately 1.89 meters (6.21 fe

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Last week, Friday, May 15th, the Public Health Immunization Program and the Cancer Program teamed up to visit 8 schools to administer the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to girls in grade 5. A total of 28 students received their second and final HPV vaccine dose, completing their two-dose series from Bael (2), SDA (3), Tomil, Maap (1), Gagil (2), Dalipebinaw (2), North Fanif (2), and CMS. All the girls were given a shirt with a c

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Captain Sam and his crew departed the Yap Fishing Authority port on May 12th at 6:00 pm and arrived yesterday morning, May 18th, at 11:00 am with over 2,000 pounds of fresh pelagic and bottom reef fish. Reef fish, including Bottom/reef fish, including Emperor Fish (rogrog), Black Jack (yarong), Big Eyed Trevally (yarong), and Trevally Jack (yarong), and Red Snapper ( darcha’), Grouper (sabak’uw), Squirrel Fish (yoch), and Soldier Fi

Monday, May 18, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - According to Accuweather, the weather forecast for tomorrow is partly sunny, with isolated showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to be 86 degrees high and 78 degrees low. The rainfall percentage is expected to be 76%. According to the Yap Weather Services Office, Tomorrow's tide schedule is as follows: the first high tide will be at 8:40 AM, reaching approximately 1.95 meters (6.40 feet). This will be followed by a low

Monday, May 18, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - This past Friday, May 15th, the container vessel Kyowa arrived in Yap at 7:00 am from Koror, Palau, and departed the next day, Saturday, May 16th, at 7:00 pm heading to Chuuk. During its visit, the container vessel discharged a total of 11 containers intended to supply local supply chains and commercial activity and loaded 21 empty containers onto the container vessel. The shipment included 7 containers of store items, construction m

Monday, May 18, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Earlier today, May 18th, the Department of Health Services shared highlights on the training for healthcare staff provided by two Japanese medical specialists at the Yap State Hospital from May 6th to May 8th. From May 6 to 8, two Japanese medical specialists visited Yap State Hospital and CHC as volunteers to provide educational training for healthcare staff. Mr. Handa, a hospital management specialist, visited various hospital depa

Friday, May 16, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - According to Accuweather, the weather forecast for tomorrow is partly sunny, with isolated showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to be 89 degrees high and 78 degrees low. The rainfall percentage is expected to be 70%. According to the Yap Weather Services Office, Tomorrow's tide schedule is as follows: the first high tide will be at 6:35 AM, reaching approximately 1.93 meters (6.35 feet). This will be followed by a low