Love & Liquor: 18-Year-Old's Boozy Attempt to Woo Girlfriend Goes South

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Love & Liquor: 18-Year-Old's Boozy Attempt to Woo Girlfriend Goes South

In a tale as old as time (or at least as old as high school), an 18-year-old in American Samoa decided that the best way to see his girlfriend was to show up at her school...completely intoxicated. Let's just say, things didn't go according to plan.

Four Cans and a Dream (Deferred)

On February 12, 2025, our lovestruck Romeo, fueled by what he admitted were four cans of alcohol, made his way to one of the local high schools. Sadly for him, and probably everyone else, his grand romantic gesture involved "caus[ing] a disturbance while classes were in session." Smooth move, buddy.

School Staff: Not Impressed

A staff member, clearly not buying the "I'm here for love" story (especially with the strong odor of alcohol), approached our protagonist. After his less-than-convincing explanation about visiting his girlfriend, she escorted him to the school office and called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS). Because nothing says "romance" like a police escort.

The Aftermath: Arrested and Charged

Our aspiring Casanova was promptly arrested and charged with underage consumption of alcohol, a Class B misdemeanor. This carries a potential sentence of up to six months in jail, a $500 fine, or both. All for love? Ouch.

"I Just Wanted to Have Fun With My Girlfriend"

Upon arriving at the station, the 18-year-old reportedly stated that he "just wanted to have fun with his girlfriend." While his intentions might have been pure (debatable), his execution was...less than stellar. He's now booked at the Tafuna Correctional Facility, awaiting his day in court. Guess that date will have to be rescheduled.

The Moral of the Story?

If you're over 18, it's generally a bad idea to show up intoxicated at a high school. If you're under 18, it's illegal. And if you're trying to impress someone, maybe skip the four cans of whatever it was. Just a thought.

This article is based on the following report:

Young man arrested for just wanting to have fun with his girlfriend. Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 12, 2025, a high school staff member contacted the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) regarding an 18-year-old who allegedly went on campus at one of the high schools while intoxicated. The suspect was later apprehended and charged with Count 1: Underage... [Read more](https://samoanews.com/local-news)

© 2025 My Amerika Samoa - Keeping it (mostly) real.

Ahoy, Samoa! The Navy's Finally Dropped Anchor (For a Week)

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Ahoy, Samoa! The Navy's Finally Dropped Anchor (For a Week)

Well, shiver me timbers! In a move that's approximately 250 years in the making, the U.S. Navy has finally decided to grace American Samoa with its presence for the very first-ever "Navy Week," running from April 14th to 17th. Yes, you heard that right. They actually crossed the equator! We must be doing something right (or maybe they just got a really good map).

"Outreach": Because Apparently We Needed More Sailors

This isn't just a casual visit, mind you. It's all part of a grand "global outreach effort." Apparently, we Samoans have been missing out on vital sailor interaction, so the Navy has kindly sent over a contingent for "performances, educational events, and service projects." One can only imagine the riveting sea shanty singalongs and knot-tying demonstrations in store.

Celebrating a Cool 250 Years (and Our Tiny 125!)

The timing is impeccable, naturally. This naval extravaganza just happens to coincide with the U.S. Navy's big 250th birthday bash! A quarter of a millennium of maritime dominance – you go, Navy! And, in a delightful bit of synergy, it also overlaps with our own humble 125th Flag Day celebration. Talk about a party!

Who Showed Up? Prepare for Some Brass and Some Big Hats

Among the distinguished guests was Rear Adm. Richard Meyer, who, we're told, is a pretty big deal. His presence supposedly "solidifies the Navy's connection with American Samoa." We're picturing some sort of official handshake and maybe a shared plate of palusami.

Over 50 sailors have been deployed for this crucial mission, participating in such vital community engagements as:

• Helping out our veterans (always a good thing, even if sailors are doing it)
• Immersing themselves in our *fascinating* culture (hopefully they brought sunscreen)
• Hanging with the Toa a Samoa (strong guys meeting other strong guys – makes sense)
• Attending a "Cultural Night with The Arts and Museums" (expect some serious ukulele action)
• And, of course, joining in the Flag Day festivities (because who doesn't love a parade?)

Local Boy Makes Good (and Brings the Navy With Him!)

Adding a touch of heartwarming local flavor, Personnel Specialist Seaman Apprentice Ailini Pone, a proud son of Pago Pago, is part of the Navy Week crew. "Being able to connect with people where I grew up and give back to the place that shaped me is incredibly meaningful," he said. See? It's not all about battleships and submarines; sometimes it's about hometown pride.

Spreading the Naval Love (One Territory at a Time)

Apparently, American Samoa is just one stop on the Navy's "15 Navy Weeks" tour this year, designed to bring America's Navy "closer to the people it protects." Which begs the question: were we feeling particularly unprotected before? Either way, we're now officially part of the 140 million people who get this annual dose of naval exposure. Lucky us!

© 2025 My Amerika Samoa - Keeping it (mostly) real.

Congressional Delegation to Taiwan - US Relations Amata on Site

Congresswoman Uifaatali

 The Congressional delegation led by Senate Foreign Relations East Asia Chair Ed Markey was to meet with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen as well as the Legislature’s Foreign and National Defense Committee on a range of issues including security and trade.

China accuses the US of boosting Taiwan independence forces with military sales and meetings with Taiwan officials.

The US Taiwan Relations Act renounces Taiwan independence and calls for peaceful resolution of cross Strait differences, but China’s military escalation even before the Pelosi visit has set off new confrontation.

Biden Deputy Assistant Kurt Campbell says the US will send warships and planes through the Taiwan Strait in the next few weeks and announce in coming days a roadmap for trade talks with Taiwan.

Even as Congresswoman Uifaatali touched down in Taiwan, Chinese warplanes and naval ships continued crossing the midpoint of the Taiwan Strait, upending the decades’ long status quo, keeping the peace.

Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit two-weeks ago, set off days of PRC live-fire exercises around Taiwan, but she defended her cause.. (Read More.....)

Welcome All Polys and Samoans alike...

Well this will be my first post. Just had an idea and was wanting to do it right now and right here. I have been looking around the net to see what kind of news I could get from home and come to find out not much. Man oh man the banana-tel must be really limited these days. Samoa News is the only news I could get from "My Amerika Samoa" these days. I just want to see some local comments or outside comments even, about the daily happening on My Amerika Samoa... So all you out there here is a side note to our local news and other great tid-bits on "The Rock"...