Hawai'i State News Parker Ranch receives distinguished ranching award for horse breeding program
Hawai'i State News UH Cancer Center secures $3M grant to study breast cancer disparities in Hawaiʻi

Ironman Foundation donates $350,000 for 2 mobile trailers to Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center
The new trailers will be converted into fully equipped clinical spaces to help fill the void while the health center undergoes extensive repairs due to damage from Hurricane Lala. October 06, 2026 · 05:00am
Briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO
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Parker Ranch receives distinguished ranching award for horse breeding program
Parker Ranch received the prestigious Best Remuda Award for its exemplary American Quarter Horse breeding programs, celebrating the exceptional working horses vital to its operations.
UH Cancer Center secures $3M grant to study breast cancer disparities in Hawaiʻi
The study aims to understand, which early-stage pre-invasive breast cancers may become invasive for some patients and not others.
Ironman Foundation donates $350,000 for 2 mobile trailers for Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center
The new trailers will be converted into fully equipped clinical spaces to help fill the void while the health center undergoes extensive repairs due to damage from Hurricane Lala.
New program provides financial help to Hawaiʻi families hosting storm-displaced residents
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai’i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.
Business briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO
Quick business-related news from across the state.
Bail maintained for Puna woman charged with attempted murder
Jill Dunston, 54, faces charges of attempted murder and assault following a violent domestic incident in ʻĀinaloa last week.
Authorities arrest Pāhala man accused of pointing pellet gun at manʻs head
Authorities have arrested Jerry “Mana” Ke of Pāhala following a dramatic confrontation on Oct. 2
Ali‘i Health joins Kona Community Hospital network
Ali‘i Health was acquired by the West Hawai‘i Region of Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation and renamed Kona Health.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 2-8: Big Island Art Fair, Black Rock Ampitheater, Hentry Kapono and friends, youth car show and more
Hey, Big Island. We’re back! We’re once again bringing you a great selection of activities, events, shows and more to check out during the upcoming weekend and into next week. Check out this week’s top 10 right now!
Not the Hawaiʻi from postcards: Community invited to exclusive premiere of ‘Kūpuna ʻĀina’
RSVP now for the Humanity Hale event Oct. 2 in Kailua-Kona that features new Science & Nonduality’s latest film that doesn’t try to explain what is Hawaiʻi; it listens to its heartbeat.
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Merry marchers sought: Registration open for 2026 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade
Community organizations, bands, clubs, businesses, civic groups, hula hālau, motorcades, custom cars, beauty queens, public officials and all others interested are invited to register now for the parade and brightly blanket the community in familiar festive features.
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Next Lahaina Community Meeting to include update on King Kamehameha III School rebuild
Residents are encouraged to attend the County of Maui’s Lahaina Community Meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, at the Lahaina Intermediate School cafeteria.
Facing our fears: New youth-led nonprofit report sheds light on what state residents say about Hawaiʻi’s future
Center for Tomorrow's Leaders project reveals shared fears about affordability, quality of life and more.
OHA announces three finalists for Administrator/CEO position
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County of Maui Department of Finance recognized for excellence in financial reporting
The County of Maui Department of Finance Accounts Division was recently recognized for excellence in financial reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.
Maui Food Bank names Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer
Maui Food Bank has named Maui native Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer, bringing more than 16 years of retail and operations leadership experience to the organization. In her new role, Fryer leads Maui Food Bank’s food strategy across sourcing, operations, programs and agency relations, helping connect food donors and local growers with the network of partner agencies serving communities across Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.
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Pacific Missile Range Facility now accepting applications for Guest Pass Program
Eligible individuals can submit applications for guest pass access to the facility's select recreational sites and beach access.
University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts create partnership focused on mutual priorities
Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for joint research, student and faculty exchanges and training programs.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.





