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Big Islandʻs food bank adds more programs to battle rising costs and insecurity
“With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s a time when everyone starts to think about hunger, and itʻs a huge problem,” said Kristin Frost Albrecht, executive director of The Hawaiʻi Island Food Basket.
Navy, NASA want to renew Kaua‘i leases – Community shows support, opposition
Navy & NASA personnel held scoping sessions across Kaua‘i last week, to gather comments that will shape an environmental impact statement.
Military shipping vehicles to Big Island for annual training exercises in June
The Hawaiʻi Army National Guard will be preparing for its annual training exercises by shipping its vehicles and equipment from Oʻahu to Hawaiʻi Island this month.
US Army issues Big Island convey alerts for Wednesday through Friday
“This training is critical to ensure military units and service members are ready to accomplish their mission and return home safely,” according to the US Army Garrison Hawai‘i Public Affairs Office.
Military flight training scheduled at Honolulu airport through end of January, flight delays possible
The Sentry Aloha fighter exercise that is being hosted by the Hawai‘i Air National Guard
Hawai‘i Island Veterans Day Parade to once again ‘Celebrate Service’
One of Hawai‘i’s largest Veterans Day parades returns to downtown Hilo on Nov. 4.
Soldiers help local farm while learning about Hawaiian culture
The soldiers removed debris and invasive plants, and enhanced a classroom structure. They also enjoyed learning about the Hawaiian culture and history, and were treated to a Hawaiian lunch that included vegetables from the farm.
Pōhakuloa Training Area changes command; Lt. Col. Alvarado replaces Lt. Col. Cronin
Lt. Col. Timothy L. Alvarado will be the new U.S. Army Garrison Commander at Pōhakuloa Training Area on the Big Island.
Vietnam War memorial dedicated today at West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery
The new memorial was made a reality by a group of Vietnam veterans who formed the nonprofit West Hawai‘i Vietnam Veterans War Memorial Association, which raised $75,000 in 17 months to construct the 6-foot-tall by 7-foot-long memorial, crafted in basalt rock.
Military dignitaries from around the world make stop at Pōhakuloa Training Area
Nearly 30 foreign military attachés and their spouses visited U.S. Army Garrison Pōhakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Harbor as part of a Headquarters Department of the Army sponsored tour of O‘ahu and the island of Hawai‘i.
What profession received the most votes in Big Island Now’s weekly poll?
More than 900 people voted in last week’s Big Island Now poll, which asked, “What is the toughest job?” Find out which profession came out on top.
Hawai‘i Army National Guard Soldiers Heading to Middle East
About 100 Soldiers from two units of the Hawai‘i Army National Guard have been notified by the Department of Defense about an upcoming deployment to the Middle East, state officials announced Thursday afternoon.
Military Traveling Inter-Island Restricted to PTA, Officials Say
Military personal traveling inter-island for work-related purposes are exempt from the 14-day quarantine, said Tim Sakahara, public information officer for the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation.
Kea‘au Man Killed In Helicopter Crash in Afghanistan
A Big Island man was one of two soldiers killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan Wednesday while supporting Operation Freedom’s Sentinel.
Bill to Help Schools Educating Military Families
The bill directs DoD to evaluate the unmet renovation, repair and expansion needs of schools that serve children of US military personnel and federal employees.
Military Convoys Scheduled to Travel Saturday Through Thursday
Army officials say Oahu-based service members will travel between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. and again between 7 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. from Saturday, March 26 through March 31.
Military Training at Pohakuloa Could Elevate Sound Levels
To report concerns related to noise or training, community members can call the USAG-HI Noise Concern Line at (808) 656-3487.
UPDATE: Hilo Coast Guard Kiska Responds to Military Aircraft Collision Off Oahu
The Coast Guard Cutter Kiska, stationed in Hilo, is en route to assist in the efforts, as is the Coast Guard Cutter Ahi in Maui.
Week-long Military Convoys Scheduled
Military convoys of Oahu-based personnel are scheduled to travel between Kawaihae and Pohakuloa Training Area during week-long convoys.
Artillery Training Scheduled to Begin at PTA
Military personnel will begin artillery training at Pohakuloa Training Area Wednesday.
