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TV Program Highlights Importance of Locally Grown Flowers
Nā Leo TV is airing the two-part video series featuring Hitomi Gilliam, A.I.F.D.
‘Women In Transition: Moving Forward’ Registration Open
The “Women in Transition: Moving Forward” workshop can prepare you to make your life change a successful one.
Walmart Initiative Hires 385 Veterans in Hawai‘i Since 2013
Walmart has hired some 170,000 veterans nationwide since May 2013, as part of its Veterans Welcome Home Commitment initiative.
West Hawai‘i Health Center to Receive $1.2M+ Grant
Nearly $1.3 million will go to the West Hawai‘i Community Health Center, which offers healthcare for residents of Hawai‘i Island, regardless of income.
Ask the Expert: What are Some Pet-Friendly Home Upgrades?
If you’re looking for some neat concepts for your favorite pooch, here are some unique ideas you may want to try out.
Limited Aloha Grown Tees on Sale to Benefit Hawai‘iʻs Hungry
All proceeds from sale of limited Aloha Grown shirts will benefit the Hawai‘i Island Food Bank.
Children’s Bible Published in Hawaiian Language
Four new children’s Bible story books translated into Hawaiian, Samoan, Tongan and Chamorro are now available.
Donkey Mill Art Center Adds New Staff
The Holualoa Foundation for Arts and Culture has announced the addition of new staff members at Holualoa’s historic Donkey Mill Art Center.
Free Residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection for June
These collection events are held so households can conveniently dispose of acceptable household waste in a way that protects both public health and the environment.
Maunakea Management Receives Award For Outstanding Preservation Efforts
The foundation’s awards are Hawaiʻi’s highest recognition of preservation, rehabilitation, restoration and interpretation of the state’s architectural, archaeological and cultural heritage
Garth Yamanaka Elected as SBRRB Officer for 2017-18
The board members, with the advice and consent of the senate, are appointed by the governor.
Degree Preparation Workshop at HCC Pālamanui, May 31
Students will learn what degrees are offered in West Hawai‘i; the necessary steps to move forward; key deadlines; methods of program delivery; and more.
UH Medical School Deploys First Full-Time OB-GYN Faculty/Provider in Hilo
Dr. Kareem Khozaim will be the first OB-GYN doctor in Hilo employed by University Health Partners.
Makua Lani Christian Academy Student Wins Senior Essay Contest
This years question was, “What was your biggest Moment of Awesomeness in your life?” Her essay response won her $1,000.
Hawai‘i Hemp Conference to be Held in Hilo, June 10
Inaugural Hawai‘i Hemp Conference offers global insight into creating a local hemp industry
Hirono Introduces Bill to Improve Career Opportunities for Returning Veterans
The TEST Accessibility Act would reimburse veterans for the cost of an approved test and pro-rate the affected month of eligibility to be used for future educational expenses
“How to Start a Business in Hawai‘i” Workshop
This workshop will discuss what it takes to be an entrepreneur, issues affecting the different types of business entities, the logistics of forming a business and more.
Native Hawaiian Academic Fellowship Accepting Applications
Doctoral scholars committed to advancement of Hawaiian knowledge are encouraged to apply
Report Compares Hawaiʻi Consumer Debt with Rest of Nation
The report says the high per capita debt is due to the high housing prices in Hawaiʻi and that 77% of consumers debt comes from mortgage debt.
Schatz Introduces Bill to Improve Child Safety on Planes
The legislation would update airplane medical kits to include child-appropriate medical supplies
