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WiFi Hotspots Across Hawai‘i Now Available
The Hawai‘i DCCA announced that the first wave of free public WiFi hotspots offering one hour of free service per device.
Intersection to Close Temporarily at Queen Ka‘ahumanu & Hina Lani
HDOT warns the public that motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians will not be allowed to access Hina Lani Street from Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway from 8:30 p.m. on Thursday night.
Brown Bag Lunch Series Talk on Listening
Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center will continue their Brown Bag Lunch Series on Thursday, July 19, 2018, from 12 noon to 1 p.m.
Kawailani Street Closure Extended
Hawai‘i Electric Light announced that the closure of a portion of Kawailani Street in Hilo will be extended by two nights to allow crews to safely remove utility poles.
WORKSHOP: How to Write a Business Plan
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center will hold “How to Write a Business Plan” on Wednesday, July 25.
Hospice of Kona Volunteer Training Scheduled
Those interested in becoming an HOK “Star of Service” volunteer are invited to attend trainings held at HOK’s offices on July 24 and 31, and Aug. 7 and 14.
Salvation Army Back-to-School Supply Drives
The Salvation Army is seeking back-to-school supplies for keiki in need with supply drives being held on Hawai‘i Island, Maui and O‘ahu.
Hospice of Kona: Volunteer Certification Course Begins July 24
Hospice of Kona (HOK) spent 10,500 hours caring for West Hawai‘i residents with long term illnesses or grieving a loved one’s death.
Akamai Workforce Initiative Receives Presidential Award
The Akamai Workforce Initiative received a Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM).
Mobile Library Project in Honoka‘a
A mobile library project provides residents in Honoka‘a a chance to read a variety of books while waiting for and using the Hele-On Transit Services
HawCC Enrollment Event, July 18
Prospective students at Hawai‘i Community College (HawCC) can receive extra help enrolling at HawCC and also enter to win a tuition award during a campus event.
Westin Hapuna Beach Resort Opens
A two-day celebration of The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort grand opening was highlighted with a breathtaking flower drop over the Westin pools on Sunday, July 15.
Info Booth at Volcano Farmers Market
On Sunday, July 15, representatives from the University of Hawai‘i Sea Grant will be staffing an information table at the Volcano Farmer’s Market from 6 to 9 a.m.
Grants Awarded for Oral Health
(HCAN), through its new oral health project, Oral Health for All Hawai‘i (OHFAH), has awarded a total of five mini-grants to community organizations.
PUC Invites Public Comment on HECs’ Integrated Grid Planning Report
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission is seeking public comments on the Hawaiian Electric Companies’ Integrated Grid Planning Report.
Social Giving Campaign to Benefit Charities in Hawai‘i
HMSA and Sharecare, is launching a social giving campaign to donate up to $500,000 to the following five charities.
Public Meeting on Kawailani Street Improvement Project
The Department of Public Works will hold a public meeting about the Kawailani Street Improvement Project.
TMT Funds Career Program for Hawai‘i STEM Students
TMT has continued its commitment and support of HCF’s Career Connected Learning program with its fourth consecutive annual gift for STEM education.
Legislation Introduced to Expand Commissary Access to Disabled Vets, Heroes
Legislators introduced the Purple Heart and Disabled Veterans Equal Access Act of 2018 on July 12, 2018.
Hawai‘i to Receive $637,000 to Provide Homeless Veteran Job Training
Funding from the Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program will provide on-the-job training, occupational skills training, apprenticeship opportunities and more.
