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‘Moana 2’ opens today, 8 years after Disney’s first Polynesian ‘princess’ set sail

The wait is finally over! Young wayfinder and her voyaging friends launch new adventure, going even farther beyond the reef and connecting with the future.

Hale Puna restoring oldest house on Kaua‘i

The Gulick-Rowell House in Waimea was built using coral limestone cut from offshore reefs. A nonprofit hopes to transform the nearly 200-year-old building into a community space.

Hawaiʻi County’s new animal control director used to care for frogs, elephants, gorillas

Matthew Runnells left Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida to work as Director for Hawai’i County’s Animal Control.

Business Monday: Gam3Escape in Hilo on the Big Island building community through gaming

Gam3Escape is your gateway to adventure and, as its name suggests with the “3” mirroring the “E,” an escape from the stresses of everyday life.

Big Island girl to play Lilo in upcoming live-action adaptation of Disney’s ‘Lilo & Stitch’

Multiple media outlets, entertainment blogs and social media accounts report that Big Island resident Maia Keahola will play Lilo in the live-action adaptation of Disney’s 2002 animated film “Lilo & Stitch.”

Celebrate Mardi Gras this weekend in Honoka‘a, rain or shine

The Honoka‘a Business Association is excited to invite everyone back for the Mardi Gras festivities, food and fun. This faire la fête promises another grand time fit for the French Quarter.

Disney Moana ʻŌlelo Hawai‘i Will be Distributed Across State

The ʻōlelo-Hawaiʻi version of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana will be distributed to schools across Hawai‘i.

Disney Seeking Young Actress to Voice Role of “Moana”

A big opportunity has presented itself for young actresses. Disney is doing online open casting calls for their newest Disney Princess, Moana. Interested actresses can download…