KPress Vol. 14 Iss. 07

Jaynes, Bill (2014-02-24). KPress Vol. 14 Iss. 07 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.

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Abstract: KPress Vol. 14 Iss. 07: NEWS: This issue reports on Pohnpei’s State Spelling Bee, where three students—Kei-Koa Ludwig of Kolonia Elementary School as first runner-up, Youreen Pelep of Nett Elementary School as second runner-up, and Jody Sohs of Awak Elementary School—earned top placements after more than twenty rounds and qualified to represent Pohnpei at the regional Scripps Spelling Bee in Guam on March 8; it also covers ongoing election-related controversy in Nett District following the November 12, 2013 election for District Administrator, including a court ruling requiring that Hairens be seated and background on write-in candidacies after term limits affected the incumbent; the issue further notes developments at the Nett Interest Center with new funding secured for a second floor; it tracks preparations for the upcoming Micronesia Games, highlighting progress made as well as continued needs for volunteer and logistical support; and it includes reporting on the rise and decline of the Kehpara Marine Sanctuary, situating the sanctuary’s trajectory within broader challenges facing local marine conservation efforts.