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Governor Green approves broadband equity access and development state match plan

“In an increasingly interconnected world, access to broadband is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity,” said Governor Green.

Ho‘omalu Ke Kai upcycling washed-up plastic, building beach cleanup stations, more

Using specialty machines, ocean conservation nonprofit Ho‘omalu Ke Kai is building beach cleanup stations using upcycled marine debris.

Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: April 26 to May 3

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.

Kapa‘a High principal recognized with $25K leadership award

The principal was praised for expanding access to college-level courses, career academy pathways and Career and Technical Education programs.

County officials continuing damage assessments following storm, advises residents to stay informed

Due to a significant decrease in daily reports being submitted, officials believe that the scope of impact has been captured. Therefore, KEMA will be closing the portal on Monday, April 29.

BLNR to decide on Coco Palms land parcels issue

The Friday meeting surrounds two state parcels, measuring 0.12 and 0.855 acres, which are connected to the Coco Palms Resort.

KKCR, Kaua‘i Resilience Center debut ‘Stay Safe Kaua‘i’ – a show about emergency preparedness

‘Stay Safe Kaua‘i’ debuted a week after heavy rains flooded the Garden Isle, prompting rescues and road closures.

UH-Mānoa gets in the mobile esports game, hosting ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ tourney

Eight college teams from UH-Mānoa, University of Guam, Northern Marianas College and Brigham Young University-Hawaiʻi recently battled it out for the Aloha Collegiate Cup in the ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ event

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Governor Green approves broadband equity access and development state match plan
Ho‘omalu Ke Kai upcycling washed-up plastic, building beach cleanup stations, more
County officials continuing damage assessments following storm, advises residents to stay informed
BLNR to decide on Coco Palms land parcels issue

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Local event: Easter brunch at Kōloa Landing Resort
Senate committees advance marijuana legalization bill
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority returns to Europe to promote islands to UK, Germany, Switzerland
Kauaʻi vacation rental occupancy for May down 14% from a year ago
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Volcano Watch: Introducing HVO’s new online eruption map

The production of maps to track the progress of ongoing eruptions has long been part of the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory mission to inform the public about volcanic hazards in Hawaiʻi. The methods used to collect, interpret, and disseminate map data have been evolving ever since HVO’s founding in 1912, and a digital tool newly available to the public continues that legacy of innovation.

Fresh Help Maui and Maui Eat Local launch ‘The Lahaina Cookbook’

Fresh Help Maui and Maui Eat Local Magazine gathered 100+ food and drink recipes from West Maui’s most loved chefs and restaurants to pay homage through a new project, "The Lahaina Cookbook."

Maui culinary student to graduate after playing key role in helping to prep thousands of meals in the wildfire aftermath

Student teaching assistant Ryan Chang will earn two associate of applied arts degrees in May (one specializing in culinary arts and the other specializing in baking and pastry). He played a key role in the college’s emergency production of thousands of meals in the aftermath of the August wildfires. 

Huliau Youth Environmental Film Festival, May 4

Maui Huliau Foundation, an environmental education nonprofit serving Maui's youth, will host their annual Huliau Youth Environmental Film Festival at the Imua Discovery Garden in Wailuku on Saturday, May 4 from 7-8:30 p.m. This outdoor showing will feature eight short environmental films created by Maui students from various schools over the past school year.

Nearly 2,000 Maui wildfire survivors are still sheltered in nine hotels and other sites

Since the Aug. 8, 2023 wildfires, nearly 2,000 individuals are still being housed in hotels on Maui. The Federal Emergency Management Agency reports that currently, 1,969 survivors are sheltered in nine hotels and other sites. The agency provided an update on housing, spending and resources as wildfire recovery nears the nine month mark.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 28, 2024

Moderate trades will prevail over the eastern islands through the first half of the work week, while lighter trades over the western islands allow for some...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 28, 2024

Surf heights will remain below advisory thresholds for all shores through the forecast period. A small northwest, medium- period swell will persist through...

New philharmonic initiative fosters musical excellence among Big Island youth

The Hummingbirds Youth Philharmonic, created by the Hawaiʻi Science and Technology Museum in Hilo, brings together talented high school band and orchestra students from around the island, giving them platform to hone their instrumental skills.

Big Island Now poll No. 53 results: Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to the world seems to be itself

No one choice received a majority of votes in our most recent monthly poll, but the option garnering the most was "All or a combination," with 337, or 29% of the total vote.

Southwest Airlines hosts first mock travel day for families with Autism Moms of Kona

This mock travel day was meant as a fun activity to help children with autism get more comfortable with the process of going through the airport — starting from the ticket counter, to going through security, and agriculture to boarding a plane and ending at baggage claim.