Power and Water Restoration: CNMI power crews report Saipan at 81% restored (11,833 customers) and Tinian at 93%, with Rota repairs continuing after downed poles; water is largely back, with Saipan wells at 89% online and Tinian fully operational. Local Governance: Gov. David Apatang extends the Commonwealth’s State of Significant Emergency for 30 more days to keep recovery and restoration moving after Sinlaku and Bavi. CUC Update: CUC lists Friday restoration work in multiple Saipan areas and reminds customers on generator/solar to turn off main breakers before energization. Disaster Response Funding: The Senate unanimously approved an amended $40M CUC emergency financing bill, sending it back to the House for concurrence. Rota Biosecurity: After brown tree snake sightings, Rota and Saipan inspectors are stretched thin; officials say more staff, traps, and equipment are being readied for rapid response. Community Engagement: Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds announces “From the Hill to the Vill” town halls on Saipan (Aug. 11), Tinian (Aug. 13), and Rota to discuss typhoon recovery and disaster response. Sports Tourism: Guam and CNMI karate athletes turned heads at the Karate Dream Festival in Tokyo, while Saipan prepares for the Crowne Plaza Oceania Masters in Paradise badminton event. Citizenship: Twenty-one new U.S. citizens were sworn in at American Memorial Park, with a message centered on service and perseverance.