Community Briefs — April 21, 2016

Garapan to experience temporary power interruption                
The Commonwealth Utilities Corp. would like to inform the general public that there is a scheduled power interruption today, April 21, 2016, from 5:30am to 9:30am.

The purpose of the power interruption is to de-energize the primary lines to allow the CUC line crew to safely relocate two existing three-phase primary power poles to the right of way on Hibiscus St. in Garapan. CUC greatly appreciates the understanding of the community during this period.

The areas to be affected is Garapan, specifically the Hafa-Adai Shopping Center, ABC Stores, and the Granvrio Beach Hotel Tower.

Because of the scale of work that will be performed, CUC is asking travelers to take alternate routes or to exercise caution when driving through the affected areas.

For more information, contact the CUC Customer Call Center (664-4282) or monitor our Facebook page for the latest updates (https://www.facebook.com/CommonwealthUtilitiesCorporation/). (PR)

UOG Theater presents ‘What We Love, What We Hate, What We Live’
The University of Guam Theater proudly presents its spring 2016 production “What We Love, What We Hate, What We Live: A FestPac One Act Play Festival” at the UOG Fine Arts Theater April 21-23 and April 28-30 at 7pm.

The performance features three original plays by local playwrights Peter Onedera, Marilyn Webber, and AD Roberto. These original plays will also be featured again in May for the FestPac.

Liheng Abusu by Peter Onedera is the story of a woman finding the courage to stand up to her abusive husband through the support of an abuse shelter. Tinaktak, Wine, and Tights by Marilyn Webber is a humorous look into the lives of a modern day Guamanian couple as they attempt to reconcile a misunderstood secret fetish. Nobena Para San Jude by AD Roberto explores the struggles of a young Chamorro man enduring life’s challenges despite experiences of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse.

Tickets are available at the box office on show nights. Ticket prices for youth/seniors is $7.50 and general admission is $10. Admission for UOG and GCC students is free with a current student ID or class schedule. (PR)

Small craft advisory in effect until morning
The CNMI Emergency Operations Center has issued a small craft advisory until 6am this morning.
The National Weather Service in Tiyan, Guam said a trade-wind surge with east winds of 15 to 20 kt and frequent gusts of up to 25 kt is moving through the Marianas’ coastal waters.

Waves from these winds will combine with east swell to produce combined seas of 8 to 10 feet primarily east of the islands. These winds and seas will continue through Wednesday night then gradually subside starting Thursday morning.

Acting governor Victor B. Hocog is advising the general public and inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, to avoid navigating in these conditions and take extra precautionary measures on entering and leaving harbor and inlets. (PR)