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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — (Note: The recent Supreme Court decision on the Citizenship Clause brings renewed attention to American Samoa’s unique relationship with the United States. For American Samoa, citizenship is not only a question of individual rights. It is also connected to the Deeds of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Board of Higher Education announced today the appointment of Mr. Sonny J. Leomiti as Interim President of American Samoa Community College (ASCC), effective July 1, 2026.
Mr. Leomiti currently serves as Vice President for Administration and Finance and brings more...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — It’s official. Vatia’s Fuao has captured the America 250 Fautasi Regatta grand final, powering through brutal weather conditions yesterday morning to claim the $30,000 prize. Despite the driving rain, rough seas, and the long delay before the race could finally begin,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — This year's Independence Day carries special significance as our nation commemorates America 250, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This historic milestone marks 250 years of freedom, democracy, resilience, and the enduring...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata welcomed the 2026 winner of the Malofie Congressional Art Competition, Eve Filomena Snow, of Tafuna High School, to the U.S. Capitol last week for the opening of her artwork. Eve visited Washington, D.C., took part in the agenda of events, and was...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 12, 2026, an individual called the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) and reported that Iosefa Iosefo was causing a disturbance in Utulei at the Su’igaula Malae. The incident led to the arrest of the defendant and another individual, Falema’i Falema’i.
Iosefo was...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Community Food Bank extends its heartfelt appreciation to the captain and crew of the M/V Ocean Guardian and Stabbert Marine & Industrial for their generous donation of unopened frozen food that has helped nourish individuals and families...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming notice of grants for the American Samoa Criminal Justice Planning Agency and the local Health Department.
CJPA SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAM
A grant of $58,578 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is heading for the American Samoa...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Nu‘uuli’s Manulele Tausala Lowrider II extended its dominant run in Heat 1 of the 2026 July 4th Fautasi Regatta yesterday morning, securing its third straight victory in as many appearances on Pago Pago Harbor — a remarkable winning streak that now stands at three‑for‑...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The U.S. Supreme ruled 5-4 on Tuesday, June 30 that President Donald Trump’s attempt to redefine the long-settled understanding of the Citizenship Clause to exclude children born to parents who are temporary or unauthorized immigrants violates the Citizenship Clause of...