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Hawaiian Studies program teaches hula as a living practice at Hawaiʻi Community College
The program is rooted in the legacy of Edith Kanakaʻole and her philosophy of “teach all who come to learn,” and the focus on hula has helped deepened the cultural identity of Native Hawaiians.
New Chief Reed Mahuna pledges trust, safety, respect between police, community
New Hawaiʻi Police Department Chief Reed Mahuna, who was publicly sworn in Friday (March 6), envisions a Big Island police force guided by aloha, kuleana, pono and lōkahi, vowing to build public trust and enhance public safety through officer retention, new technology and community programs.
Hawai‘i Island police welcome graduates of 103rd recruit class
The four new officers completed six months of academic instruction and four months of field training.
Big Island environmentalist explores Amazon Rain Forest’s vital connection to world in documentary series
Heather Murata created a documentary series that spotlights the Amazon Rain Forest’s global impact through a Hawaiʻi-rooted perspective.
UH Mānoa School of Medicine, Kaiser Permanente collaborate to inspire next generation of Hawaiʻi physicians
The Neighbor Island Medical Scholars Program aims to alleviate physician shortages in rural areas by giving high school students hands-on education and real clinical experience.
Moʻolelo come alive through hula, cultural practice during annual festival this Saturday
Entry at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park will be free during the 64th annual Hawaiian Cultural Festival from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
Fellowship program enables visionary leaders for Hawaiʻi to emerge from all sectors
Trailblazers can apply for the 10th Omidyar Fellows program, an immersive leadership experience that enables Fellows to lead with purpose, mobilize communities, and amplify positive change throughout Hawai‘i.
Prince David Kawānanakoa, a respected figure in Hawai‘i’s ali‘i lineage, has passed away
Gov. Josh Green has ordered that the flags be flown at half-staff at all state offices and agencies effective immediately until sunset on Friday, May 9.
UH Hilo launches talk story series focusing on kuleana and community
All talks are held from noon to 1 p.m. in the UH Hilo Kilohana Academic Success Center, located on the first floor of Mo‘okini Library.
Storm surge of aloha sweeps across social media as Big Island communities step up to help neighbors in Hone’s aftermath
It was a wave of “braddahs and sistahs coming together to help out each other” with food, appliances, rides, repairs, spiritual needs or even just getting people in touch with others who could help.
Award-Winning KULEANA Set for Release
KULEANA, the first locally-originated motion picture in a decade to screen statewide in theater chains, enjoyed an unprecedented seven-week, 13-theater run in Hawai‘i and Guam.
Filmmaking Panel Coming to Hilo, Aug. 25
Are you interested in making films? A filmmaking panel is coming to the Hilo Palace Theater on Aug. 25, 2018, as part of Made in Hawai‘i Film Festival.
Made in Hawai‘i Film Festival, Aug. 25
Selections have been released for the Made in Hawai‘i Film Festival, happening Aug. 25, 2018, at the Hilo Palace Theater on Hawai‘i Island. Eighteen films have been selected to play over the day-long festival, including documentary, narrative, feature and short films and music videos. Feature-length films include Maui-made historical drama Kuleana, Big Island adventure film […]
Special Showing of ‘KULEANA’ at Waikoloa Luxury Cinemas
By popular demand, Hawai‘i-made KULEANA will be shown at the Waikoloa Luxury Cinemas in on Thursday, May 10,, and have two special screenings that night.
‘KULEANA’ Perseveres in Spite of Battle at Box Office
The award-winning film “KULEANA” is in its fourth week showing on Regal Cinema’s island screens, including Keauhou Stadium 10 in Kona.
See ‘KULEANA’ on Big Screen Soon
Big Island residents and visitors have only a couple weeks to see KULEANA on the big screen.
‘KULEANA’ Held Over After Successful Opening Weekend
The award-winning film KULEANA announced the following Monday that its opening weekend saw near sell-out audiences statewide.
Long-Awaited ‘KULEANA’ Opens Today
The award-winning film KULEANA began its statewide theatrical release on Friday, March 30, 2018, at Regal and Consolidated Theaters throughout Hawai‘i.
Exclusive Interview With ‘KULEANA’ Star Moronai Kanekoa
Maui Now’s Wendy Osher talked with KULEANA’s male lead, Moronai Kanekoa, about the upcoming opening and a special opening event happening on Maui Saturday, March 31.
Teaser for Award-Winning ‘KULEANA’ Released
A teaser has been released for the award-winning film KULEANA, which will begin its statewide release on Friday, March 30, at Regal and Consolidated Theaters.
