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

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

This is to inform all motorists of a scheduled road cutting and crossing at the Talguw area near Gilmar store and V6AI radio station. This road cutting will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 8:30 am and will go on until the work is completed. The road cutting is part of the work currently being done for the underground fiber network throughout the Island. The road will be cut in two halves, meaning that one half of the road will remain open throughout the cutting an

Dear Valued Customers, Please be advised of the following changes to our operating hours and services: October 19—23, 2026 (Monday—Friday) • The restaurant will operate from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. October 25, 2026 (Sunday), until further notice • The restaurant will be temporarily closed for construction and improvement work. However, our kitchen will remain open to accept orders for PIZZA and TAKEOUTS. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this temporary closure may caus

The National Election Office is hereby announcing that any interested candidate who is planning to run for the Two- and Four-Year Congressional Seats which will be on March 02, 2027 General Election. The deadline for submitting nomination petition is no later than 5:00 p.m. on November 02, 2026 For a petition to be valid: A candidate must submit the following materials to the National Election Commissioner of Yap State • A petition for candidacy must be signed by at least tw

2026 Yap Gubernatorial Candidate Town Hall Forum Attention, people of Yap! As we prepare for the upcoming Yap State elections, the community is invited to attend the 2026 Gubernatorial Candidate Town Hall Forum, happening this Friday, October 16, 2026, at 2 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Yap Living History Museum. Come and hear directly from the three gubernatorial candidate teams as they share their vision, priorities, and plans for Yap State’s future. Participating teams

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Following a recent visit from Rear Admiral Joshua Lasky and U.S. Embassy Chargé d'Affaires Andrew Wylie, the YUMO Office would like to update the community on the progress of planned U.S. military construction project activities in Yap State. These projects are moving forward, and to ensure we are doing this responsibly, the YUMO Taskforce and our technical experts will be actively participating in several upcoming review meetings with U.S. Government and Department of War re

Protect yourself, your family, and your community this flu season! The Department of Health Services is encouraging community members to get their annual flu vaccine, as a new batch is available now. Where? Yap Memorial Hospital- Public Health Left Wing When? Every Wednesday from 8:30 am-11: 00 am and 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm. Getting vaccinated can help reduce your risk of becoming seriously ill from influenza and can also help protect those around you, especially young children, ol

With increasing cases of diarrheal illness in our communities seen at the hospital over the past two weeks, handwashing is more important than ever. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), diarrheal disease is commonly spread through contaminated food or drinking water and from person to person through poor hygiene. Handwashing with soap, safe drinking water, and adequate sanitation are important measures for preventing diarrheal disease. DID YOU KNOW? According to

The Yap Office of the Micronesian Legal Services Corporation would like to inform the General Public in the Outer Islands that they will be conducting an outreach and providing notary services especially to the residents of the islands without a notary public on the upcoming trip departing Colonia, Yap on October 20, 2026. As you all know that time is always limited at each stop, so prepare your power of attorney and whatever other documents that you would like to notarize. T

Yap Inter-Agency Nutrition Education Council (YINEC) would like to invite you to the 2026 World Food Day celebrations to be held on Friday 16 October at the Living History Museum from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The 2026 World Food Day theme "Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow" highlights forward thinking solutions, combined with traditional knowledge and inclusive approaches, to help ensure that everyone has access to sufficient, diverse, safe, and nutritious foods, while safeguardin

Yap Campus The College of Micronesia-FSM, Yap Campus wishes to inform high school graduates, GED Certificate holders, and anyone interested, that the COM-FSM Placement Test (COMET) is scheduled on Monday (October 19, 2026), 8:30 AM until 12:30 PM 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, please ca

The Sea Transportation Division of the Department of Public works and Transportation wishes to inform the general public of a planned government regular long field trip for government services for Reliefs needed in the Neighboring Islands, and other private passengers who plans to travel between islands. The schedules for booking, departure and arrival time, are as shown;

BHW Program/ Public Health Fair Day Announcement The Department of Health Services (DHS) is pleased to inform the people of Yap State that the BHW Program/ Public Health will hold a Health Fair on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All members of the public are warmly invited to attend. The Health Fair is an opportunity for individuals and families to learn more about their health, receive basic health screenings, and speak with health staff. These servic

Rheumatic Heart Disease Awareness Help us spread the word about Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) and the importance of prevention and early care. Together, we can promote healthier hearts and a healthier community.

Women’s Health Week – Join Us! All women 18 years and older are invited to take part in our Women’s Health Screenings next week. Take this opportunity to prioritize your health and well-being. Women’s Health Week: Next Week October 5 to 9. 2026 Open to all women ages 18+ Please share this flyer and help us spread the word. We look forward to seeing you there!

Public Notice: World Heart Day 2026 Celebrations Join the NCD Program and the Division of Public Health in celebrating World Heart Day on Tuesday, September 29, 2026! We invite the community to participate in two special events to promote heart health: Free Health Screening Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 Time: 6:00 AM - 9:30 AM Location: Hospital, OPD Waiting Area Services Offered: Blood pressure checks, blood sugar testing (FBS/RBS), height/weight measurement + BMI calcul

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

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.

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

At 3:13 pm today, September 16th, a Special Weather Statement was issued by the Yap State Disaster Coordinating Officer. Tropical Depression 24W Nearly Stationed East of Saipan About 205 miles east of Saipan About 215 miles east of Tinian About 245 miles southeast of Alamagan About 255 miles east-northeast of Rota About 300 miles east-northeast of Guam Location.... 15.5N and 148.8E Tropical Depression 24W moving north-northwest at 2 MPH. Maximum sustained winds remain at 35 M

The Wa'ab Community Health Center would like to inform the public that its operation hours for each CHC Sites would have intermittent closures from September 21 - 25, 2026. This is due to clinical staff participation requirements for training in navigation and use of the new Electronic Health Record. If you have an emergency or in need of medical care, please go to the hospital immediately. Thank you for your understanding, and we apologize for any inconvenience that this may

The Wa'ab Community Health Centers is implementing A New System to Improve Your Care eClinicalWorks (eCW) Electronic Health Record What is eClinicalWorks? Wa'ab Community Health Centers is introducing a new electronic health system called eClinicalWorks (eCW). This system helps your healthcare team take better care of you and your family by keeping all your health information in one secure place. This change is part of our commitment to providing safe, modern, and connected h

Men’s and Women’s Health Weeks 2026 - Registration Time and Clinic Hours The Department of Health Services sincerely apologizes to the general public for the incorrect information previously provided, which indicated that the clinics would begin at 8:00 AM. The clinic time schedule has now been connected and will begin at 9:00 AM each day. Client registration at the medical record starts at 8:30 am. Once again, the Department of Health Services is pleased to remind everyone o

The College of Micronesia-FSM, Yap Campus is inviting interested and qualified individuals, organizations, or companies to submit proposals for landscaping, ground maintenance, and trash and waste disposal services at the Yap Campus. The contract period will be from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Services will include regular mowing and raking of the campus grounds, trimming and pruning of trees and plants, landscaping, and weekly trash and waste collection and

Fisheries and Maritime Institute (FMI) The College of Micronesia-FSM, FMI Campus is inviting interested and qualified individuals, organizations, or companies to submit proposals for landscaping, ground maintenance, and trash and waste disposal services at the FSM-FMI Campus. The contract period will be from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Services will include regular mowing and raking of the campus grounds, trimming and pruning of trees and plants, landscaping,

Public Advisory from the Yap State Disaster Coordinating Office, and Marine Resources Management Division (MRMD), Department of Resources and Development regarding Mass Fish Mortality

The Sea Transportation Division of the Department of Public Works and Transportation wishes to inform the general public of a planned government regular long field trip for government services for relief needed in the neighboring islands, and other private passengers who plan to travel between islands. The schedules for booking, departure, and arrival times are as follows; Cargo/TA passengers booking open: 9/0412026 @ 12:30 pm Cargo/T A passengers booking closed: 9114/1~026@

Jointly issued by: Disaster Coordinating Office Department of Resources and Development Marine Resource Management Division The Yap State Government is advising all boat operators, fishermen, and other canal users to exercise extreme caution when traveling through the Tagreng Canal, approximately 100 meters north of the Tagreng Bridge. A recent visual assessment confirmed that landslide debris, sediment, trees, and other materials have partially obstructed the canal. The obst

Thursday, August 27, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Special Announcement from the Office of the Attorney General regarding November 03, 2026, Election Day "Exercise your constitutional rights. Cast your ballot."

Department of Health and Services Public Health Advisory: New COVID-19 Case and Flu Update The Department of Health wants to let everyone know that the laboratory had confirmed a new case of COVID-19 through lab testing as of last week. The person showed symptoms such as cough, runny nose, sore throat, and sneezing, which are common with COVID-19 and Flu. Additionally flu cases continue to be seen at the outpatient department and the community health centers. There may be mo

Pine Club Pine Club is now hiring for the following positions: Pine Supervisor - 1 position - specifically Yapese - starting salary of $4.00/hour or higher depending on qualification Cook (2 positions) Cook Assistant (1 position) Kitchen Helper (2 positions) Dishwasher (2 positions) Waiter/Waitress (4 positions) Contact WTC Human Resources Office at 350-2301 for more information

Milew Community, Rull Municipality Rull Municipality is asking you, your family, and your friends to join their community at the Milew center field near the old airport located in Lamer on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 11:00am to 10:00pm for a 3-in-1 Event, the Market Day Carnival Concert! All day long, the Event will be live by our famous Palauan singers Mr. Malo Paulus and Mr. Avery Amos! Stop by and get yourself some fresh produce, enjoy delicious food varieties, and j

Department of Health Services The Department of Health Services is happy to announce that Men’s and Women’s Health Weeks are happening again! These events will take place from September 7th to 11th, 2026, and October 5th to 9th, 2026. These services are free for all men and women aged 18 years and above. What and When: Men’s Health Week: September 7th to 11th, 2026 Women’s Health Week: October 5th to 9th, 2026 Timing each day: Morning 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the medical record

Yap Sport Complex Yap Sport Council Office Are you interested in track & field? All athletes, prospective athletes, coaches, and anyone interested in joining the track and field program are invited to attend an important meeting on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Yap Sport Council Office. The purpose of the meeting is to plan training schedules and give athletes an opportunity to meet their coaches. Training will begin in preparation for

Department of Health and Services If you have eye problems, please attend this free clinic. The department apologizes for any inconvenience and unforeseen circumstances. For more information: Contact DHS at Telephone: 350-2110 or 2114 and ask to speak with Mrs. Rolmy Hasugoiram or any of the public health program staff (during working hours). Thank you.

Public Works and Transportation The Yap State Department of Public Works and Transportation advises all motorists, pedestrians, and other road users to exercise caution when traveling along Fanbiywol Road due to a leaning concrete retaining wall that may pose a safety hazard. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and proceed with caution when approaching and passing through the affected area. Pedestrians and other road users are warned to keep a safe distance from the retaini

Department of Resources and Development Division of Commerce and Industry The Department of Resources & Development, Division of Commerce & Industry would like to remind all business license holders in the State of Yap and its Neighboring Islands about the renewal of all business licenses for Fiscal Year 2027. Renewal for all business license holders in the State is from September 01, 2026 to September 30, 2026. Renewal for all business license holders in the Neighboring Isla

Department of Health Services (DHS) August 31, 2026 is International Overdose Awareness Day. On this day, we honor and remember those that have lost their lives to overdose, the individuals that are still in the process of healing from overdose, the grief of affected families, and to raise awareness of overdose in the community. Purple is globally the official color for this day as it expresses remembrance, recovery, and solidarity. When you see purple in town or anywhere on

Yap Sport Complex The Yap Sports Council would like to announce to all Sports Associations to submit a listing of athletes and coaches of respective sport no later than August 28, 2026. Also to remind all associations that a 2nd meeting will be held at the Yap Sports Council conference room on August 28, 2026 at 6:00 pm. If you have any questions, please call the Yap Sports Council at 350-5212 during normal working hours.

FSM Office of Veterans Affairs The FSM Office of Veterans Affairs will be visiting 24-25 August 2026.The focus of this visit is to assist Veterans with access to DD214, VA claims and to go over other VA Benefits. Opening Remarks from the FSM OVA Director is scheduled for 9am at iBoom Conference Room, 24 August 2026. Any questions, please call 952-9556 or 350-2133. Kammagar Gad and hope to see you!