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“Legacy of Pāʻū” documentary premieres Friday at Kahilu Theatre in Waimea
The documentary by Kahilu.TV showcases the legacy of Barbara Nobriga, who devoted 55 years of her life to preserving and perpetuating the art of pā’ū wrapping.
Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green signs fireworks task force bill, several others into law
The new task force will be tasked with finding ways to stop the importation of illegal fireworks and explosives into Hawai‘i, among other responsibilities. The bill establishing the task force was one of nine measures signed into law last week by the governor.
More homeowners eligible for mortgage assistance as Homeowner Assistance Fund Program expands
Homeowners must have experienced a financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and meet other eligibility requirements to qualify.
Seeing quadruple: Rare gravitational lensing warps light from explosion of distant dying star
With the help of an observatory atop Maunakea on the Big Island, a team of astronomers were able to capture a bizarre quadruple image of the supernova dubbed “SN Zwicky.”
Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park seeks public comment on proposed restoration project
The National Park Service has prepared an Environmental Assessment under the National Environmental Policy Act and is seeking public input.
Hawaiian monk seal pup Hoʻomau Lehua found dead on Oʻahu’s North Shore
The female pup, named RS48 and also known as Hoʻomau Lehua, was just less than 4 months old. The cause of the endangered monk seal’s death is unknown.
World’s Toughest Row inaugural race kicks off in California and ends in Kaua‘i
Fourteen rowing teams from around the world departed from the shores of central California on Monday to compete in the inaugural Pacific Challenge of the World’s Toughest Row, which ends in Hanalei Bay on Kaua‘i.
Alaska Airlines adds new nonstop service from Seattle area airport to Honolulu
Alaska Airlines is adding new nonstop service between Alaska Airlines is adding new nonstop service between Paine Field-Snohomish County Airport outside of Seattle and Honolulu starting in the fall.
Kanu o ka Aina Learning Ohana receives Hawaiian-focused charter school grant
The purpose of Hawaiian-Focused Public Charter School Fund Administration – Phase II is to
administer charter school funds for unmet facilities-related needs.
Public invited to learn about Wailuku hydroelectric project on Big Island
BHE Renewables, a Berkshire Hathaway Energy business, is hosting a discussion from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at Hilo Intermediate School about its 10-megawatt Wailuku hydroelectric generation project, also known as Wailuku River Hydroelectric.
AARP Hawai‘i seeking 2023 Andrus Award nominees
The deadline to nominate an outstanding individual for AARP’s most prestigious volunteer award is Aug. 1.
Anonymous donation supports University of Hawai‘i Hamilton Library collections
The gift – the largest single donation ever made to the library – supports 12 sections that include special, area and archival collections, including maps.
Big Island students win HMSA scholarships
HMSA has sponsored the Kaimana Awards & Scholarship Program in partnership with the Hawaii High School Athletic Association since 2005.
Mayor Roth to hold second Hawaiʻi County town hall meeting June 13 in North Kona
The June 13 town hall meeting at Old Kona Airport Beach Park Pavilion is the second in a series called: “Sustainable Horizons: Mayor Roth’s Community Impact Check-in.”
Prestigious Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race returns after 3-year hiatus
The 41-mile, grueling Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race, which has been held for 72 years, is back after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Big Island invited to Kona Coffee With a Cop events in June
Topics of conversation can range from sharing personal stories to discussing neighborhood issues.
Hawai‘i Special Olympics held Summer Games over weekend
Athletes and coaches paraded into the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Les Murakami Stadium on June 9 for the organization’s Opening Ceremonies.
Mazie Hirono, Ron Kouchi to moderate live-streamed Hawai‘i on the Hill Policy Summit
Congressional leaders and members of the Biden-Harris Administration will participate in the Policy Summit to be streamed on YouTube.
Diamond Head State Monument on O‘ahu reopens following Sunday closure
Diamond Head State Monument is the busiest State Park in Hawai‘i.
62-year-old man missing from Pāhoa in need of medication for medical condition
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating missing 62-year-old Robert Bautista, who lives in Pāhoa and is considered endangered because he is in need of medication for a medical condition.
