Friday, September 25, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On Monday, September 21st, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), in collaboration with the National Department of Transportation, Communication and Infrastructure (DTC&I), conducted a two-day training on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) as part of the ADB Sustainable and Resilient Road Improvement Project. The training began on Monday, September 21, with ADB Representative Ms. Emma and key DTC&I staff leading discussions focused on str

Thursday, September 24, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On Thursday, September 17, the U.S. Coast Guard Band, also known as the Pacific Winds, visited St. Mary’s Elementary School to conduct a musical outreach and cultural engagement activity for students across all grade levels. The musical performance was held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and featured six U.S. Coast Guard musicians performing on a range of instruments, including the flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, euphonium

Thursday, September 24, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Earlier today, September 24th, the container vessel Kota Ratu arrived in Yap at approximately 7:00 a.m. today from Guam, delivering 17 containers of essential goods and supplies intended to support local supply chains, commercial activity, and the daily needs of communities across the State. The vessel is scheduled to depart Yap at approximately 7:00 a.m. on September 25, continuing onward to Koror, Palau. The shipment inclu

Early Childhood Education Program All bids must be received no later than 11:30am on the 30th day of September 2026. Bids will be publicly opened and read at the ECE Main Office at 1:00pm, on the 30th day of September 2026. Any bids submitted after the stated deadline will not be considered. The Yap State Government reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids received and/or waive any defects or irregularities in the bid’s documents. All parties will be notified in

Administration Building & Motor Pool Security Services

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Administration Building Cleaning & Maintenance Services

The Yap State Government, Office of the Administrative Services in the Federated States of Micronesia is hereby soliciting to receive sealed proposals/bids for three (3) Contracts for the Administration Building, in accordance with the attached scope of work. 1.) Administration Building Cleaning & Maintenance Services, 2.) Administration Building Grounds Cleaning Services, and 3.) Administration Building & Motor Pool Security Services. Only individuals or firms with a valid Y

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap State Department of Health reports that a total of 220 diarrhea cases have been recorded since the beginning of the current diarrheal disease outbreak. During the latest reporting period, from September 18 through September 20, 2026, health authorities recorded five new diarrhea cases. One new pediatric patient was admitted during the reporting period and is currently the only diarrhea patient hospitalized in the wa

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - V6AI/KUTE, Yap’s public radio station, launched its online streaming service on September 16, 2026, giving the public another way to access local radio programming from Yap and abroad. According to the station’s new Chief of Media and Protocol, the online streaming service has been in the plans and is intended to expand access to V6AI/KUTE programming and provide listeners with more options for tuning in. V6AI/KUTE previous

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On Thursday, September 17, the Yap State Legislature shared highlights from the Workshop on Friendly Exchanges in China, attended by Senator Victor Bamog, Senator John Mafel, Senator Ann-Marie Laamar, Assistant Chief Clerk, and IT, Jovanna Lou Iriarte Madracheluib of the Yap State 11th Legislature Delegation from August 24 to September 7, 2026. The program included official meetings, lectures, cultural and historical visits,

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Yesterday, September 21st, Governor Francis Itimai welcomed representatives from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Department of Transportation, Communication and Infrastructure (TC&I), and the Project Management Office (PMO) during a courtesy call held at the Governor’s Office on September 21. The courtesy call provided an opportunity for the Governor to formally welcome the visiting representatives and acknowledge their

Monday, September 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap State Department of Health is reporting an increase in diarrheal illness across Yap and some of the Outer Islands. As of September 16, 2026, there were 200 reported cases. Children made up most of the cases, especially those ages 0 to 11. Health tests found several germs, including Rotavirus, E. coli, Giardia, and Salmonella. Cases were reported in several areas, with Rull having the highest number on mainland Yap. Som

Monday, September 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On Saturday, September 19, U.S. Army Sergeants Skye and Angela hosted the “Wellness Wave” festival at the Living History Museum from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The event brought together health, community, and music in a welcoming environment. It began with an opening ceremony and invocation, followed by free medical and vision screenings for community members. The U.S. Army hosted a health check-up tent where participants could h

The U.S. Army, in collaboration with the Yap State Government Departments, brings you a day of interactive events for youth and the community, including free medical and vision screenings and the U.S. Coast Guard Band “Pacific Winds” ensemble headlining. The Wellness Wave event will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Yap Living History Museum from 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On Wednesday, September 9th, members of the Yap Student Organization (YSO) showcased Yapese culture through traditional dances during the Association of Pacific Islands Public Auditors (APIPA) Dinner held at the Mangrove Bay Hotel in Pohnpei. The performance allowed YSO students to represent Yap and share an important part of their cultural heritage with APIPA members and other guests from across the region. The students’ p

Thursday, September 17, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Yesterday, September 16th, Officials from the Department of Resources and Development’s Workforce Enrichment Division shared highlights on their recent outreach mission to Guam, focusing on strengthening partnerships with the University of Guam (UOG) and expanding opportunities for Yapese students. The mission, held from September 9–12, 2026, included meetings with Dr. Sharleen Santos-Bamba, UOG Senior Vice President of Aca

NOW OPEN! We are pleased to announce that Pine Club Bar & Grill is now operational and open for business effective today, September 17, 2026. We look forward to welcoming you back and serving you again! Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support. See you at Pine Club!

The public is hereby informed that the Waab Community Health Centers will be conducting their FREE Annual Cholesterol Screening including check for Diabetes, Kidney function and your height/weight for Body Mass Index across all CHC sites from October to November 2026. The FREE screenings target men aged 35 years and older and women 45 years and older. You must fast from midnight onwards (no water, no food, no chewing betelnut) after midnight until you get your screening done

The Office of the Council of Tamol is soliciting for sealed bids for Council of Tamol (COT) Janitorial and Ground Services. All sealed quotation bids shall be received by the COT office no later than 3pm on October 15, 2026. The services are o provide the following; cleaning inside the office include mopping, sweeping lusting table top, and empty trash bins. The firm will also responsible of maintaining outside yard include cutting grass, collect debris, and throw away trash