Fish agregating device
If one of these washes up on our shore, report the location by calling our DMWR @633-4456 and ask for Ekueta Schuster. Abandoned drifting Fish Aggregating devices (FADs) are harmful to marine life. These FADs are constructed with bamboo, black fishing nets, floats and attached to satellite buoys. They are deployed by Purse Seine boats while out fishing and sometimes get loose and become marine debris, harmful to our sealife. [courtesy photo]
wave for KINDNESS
Last week Friday, Samoana High School students gathered in front of the gym for a wave for KINDNESS. Always remember to be kind and stay positive Sharks. Thank you to everyone who participated and the staff that supported — GO SHARKS [courtesy photo]
Nofoafia Tulafono
Number 77 Nofoafia Tulafono from Ta’u, Manu’a playing Center for Wyoming Cowboys represents his Manukan Roots with family and friends after beating Air Force 31-19. [photo: Junior Isileli via Facebook]
Vincent M.J. Laupola with family members
Vincent M.J. Laupola successfully completed his basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, Bexar County, Texas. A graduate of the Fa'asao-Marist class of 2024, Vincent is the son of Tauapai and Maria Laupola, of Afonotele and Fagamalo. Vincent attributes his accomplishments to his grandfather, Loa Tuimavave Tauapa’i Laupola, as well as his grandmother, aunties, and uncles. He also wanted to thank his brothers and sisters for believing that he can do this. [courtesy photo]

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