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Mānoa campus of University of Hawaiʻi earns recognition nationally for beauty
“This recognition reflects what our students, faculty and community experience every day at [University of Hawaiʻi at] Mānoa: a campus where natural beauty, culture and academic excellence come together in a unique way,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Interim Provost Vassilis Syrmos.
‘Ho‘ā Wailoa: A Tribute to Pi‘opi‘o’ transforms Wailoa Art Center into living cultural space
Keiki, ‘ohana and the broader community are encouraged to listen deeply, create meaningfully and reflect collectively on their relationship to ʻāina through a series of intergenerational experiences at the Hilo art center.
Update about February cybersecurity incident at University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center
Deadlines near for free enrollment in credit monitoring and identity theft insurance for people who might have been impacted by the incident.
New wave of indigenous leaders redefine philanthropy through culture, community
A virtual Hōʻike will showcase a new generation of Indigenous leaders, who are the latest participants of Philanthropono.
Salty Swim School teaches ocean skills to beginners, triathletes, children in Kona
The Salty Swim School hosted a free ocean swimming course for visiting athletes preparing for the Lavaman Triathlon last month to help them stay safe in Kona ocean conditions.
University of Hawai‘i discovery on Mauna Kea sheds light on brown dwarfs
The discovery offers new clues into how brown dwarfs grow and change over time.
Hawai‘i unemployment rate at 2.3% in February
Number of jobs increased by 2,100 from yea-to-year; rate ticks up slightly from January.
Hawai’i Visitors and Convention Bureau appoint leaders for regenerative tourism model
New leadership positions aim to help move Hawaiʻi tourism into a Destination Futures Enterprise that blends culture, data intelligence, and global collaboration for sustainable tourism.
Secure your spot now for 5th annual Fentanyl and Addictions Summit
hosted by Hawaiʻi Island Fentanyl Task Force, the event is slated for April 29 in Waimea and will feature presentations of information about data analysis correlating work between public safety and behavioral health and more, breakout sessions providing Native Hawaiian insight into substance use reduction, resource booths by community partners and more.
Astronomers on Maunakea uncover distinct origins of two outermost rings of Uranus
Researchers with the help of a Mauna Kea observatory construct first complete spectrum of the two distinct rings orbiting around the seventh planet in the solar system, revealing composition and formation history.
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa announces second finalist for chancellor
Amy Sueyoshi planned a visit to the campus on April 30 to May 1, following interim provost Vassilis L. Syrmos, after Dancing with the Stars.
Justice Department, DEA ordered to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as less dangerous drug
With the federal change in drug policy, Hawai‘i Rep. David Tarnas hopes it will help lead to legalization of adult use of recreational cannabis.
$21 million in funding released for construction of new Waikōloa library
The long-awaited Waikōloa Public Library will bring educational and community resources as the first permanent library for the long, underserved area.
20 lane closures scheduled during week of April 25-May 1 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
2 women captured in surveillance footage sought in connection with Waikōloa theft
Do you know the women reportedly involved in the March 12 incident at a West Hawai‘i clothing boutique? Big Island police are asking the public for help with finding them.
Multi-agency search warrant leads to recovery of nearly 5 ounces cocaine, 1.1 ounce meth, loaded gun, more
45-year-old Luis Pagano Colon faces a dozen drug and firearm charges, including 3 counts of first-degree promoting a dangerous drug, 2 counts of possession of prohibited weapons, first-degree promoting a detrimental drug, among others.
Man sought for alleged involvement in reported assault on bus bound for Ocean View
Authorities ask the public if they can help identify the suspect or might have additional information about the incident.
Police search for three suspects involved in a Kona assault
Video surveillance captured three men involved in an assault that occurred in a retail and dining shopping area on Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona on March 14.
Hawaiʻi police continue the search for wanted Ocean View woman
Antonya Mardonada, 32, is wanted for questioning in connection with a domestic violence incident that occurred on March 24 and was last seen leaving the area on a camouflage all-terrain vehicle.
Event to temporarily create one-way traffic pattern on portion of Onomea Scenic Route
The closure is to accommodate participants of the “5K & 10K Walk/Run” in conjunction with the La Honua Festival at Pepe‘ekeō Park.
