Kaua‘i News Donkey Beach access, Keālia Kai restroom to close for maintenance
Hawai‘i News News briefs for May 11: Public corruption case update, funds available for Kona low…
65th annual Business Night honors student achievement with awards totaling $122,500
Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa brought together more than 500 students and business professionals for an evening of mentorship and recognition. May 11, 2026 · 05:00am
Kauaʻi students recognized for leadership, service with $20,000 Grove Farm scholarships
The 2026 Grove Farm Scholars — David Braman, Samantha Tominaga and Skyler Tanicala — were selected from nine finalists nominated by counselors at Kapaʻa, Kauaʻi and Waimea high schools.Hawai‘i News Senate bill reaffirms that corporations, artificial persons cannot influence elections
Kaua‘i News Heavy runoff prompts no-swim advisory at Hanalei Bay and nearby shores
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Kaua‘i News
Kauaʻi students recognized for leadership, service with $20,000 Grove Farm scholarships
The 2026 Grove Farm Scholars — David Braman, Samantha Tominaga and Skyler Tanicala — were selected from nine finalists nominated by counselors at Kapaʻa, Kauaʻi and Waimea high schools.
Donkey Beach access, Keālia Kai restroom to close for maintenance
The Kauaʻi Department of Parks and Recreation said the temporary closure is for upkeep and improvement projects.
65th annual Business Night honors student achievement with awards totaling $122,500
Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa brought together more than 500 students and business professionals for an evening of mentorship and recognition.
News briefs for May 11: Public corruption case update, funds available for Kona low damage, L&L marks strongest opening month
Attorney General continues biweekly update on public corruption case, funds available for Hawaiʻi residents impacted by Kona low and L&L opens new locations.
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Hawaii News
65th annual Business Night honors student achievement with awards totaling $122,500
Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa brought together more than 500 students and business professionals for an evening of mentorship and recognition.
News briefs for May 11: Public corruption case update, funds available for Kona low damage, L&L marks strongest opening month
Attorney General continues biweekly update on public corruption case, funds available for Hawaiʻi residents impacted by Kona low and L&L opens new locations.
Senate bill reaffirms that corporations, artificial persons cannot influence elections
Hawaiʻi State Senate passed a measure that clarifies that corporations and other artificial entities cannot spend money or contribute to elections and ballot measures.
University of Hawaiʻi ballroom dance team win third consecutive national title
The Ballroom Dance Club offers beginner classes to all University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa students, faculty and staff every Tuesday.
Big Island News
Florida woman dies after snorkeling incident at Hōnaunau Bay
Authorities are investigating a tragic snorkeling incident at Hōnaunau Bay in South Kona that resulted in the death of Mindy Morris, 65, of Panama City, Florida.
UPDATE: Search ends safely after Dillon Parent located in good health
Dillon Parent was found safe on May 11, marking the successful conclusion of a community-assisted search effort.
Maui News
Dang Dang Noodles opens at Nāpili Plaza, bringing freshly crafted noodles and Asian Fusion Flavors to West Maui
Dang Dang Noodles has opened at Nāpili Plaza, adding a new locally owned dining concept to the shopping center’s growing mix of food and beverage offerings in West Maui. The announcement was made by Alexander & Baldwin.
OHA Disaster Assistance Program to provide up to $15,000 for Native Hawaiian families impacted by 2026 March flooding
Native Hawaiian families impacted by the March 2026 Kona Low storms and flooding will soon have access to direct financial assistance through a new disaster relief program launched by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and administered by the Hawaiian Council.
Legislature passes measure to combat fraud, cryptocurrency scams
The Hawaiʻi State Legislature has passed House Bill 1642 CD1, marking a significant step forward in protecting local residents from financial fraud schemes that are becoming increasingly tied to cryptocurrency kiosks and digital asset scams.
Fuzz Box Productions announces Fuzz Flix Fringe Fest
Fuzz Box Productions in association with the Wailuku Film Festival announces the Fuzz Flix Fringe Fest (4F for shorts). An off-the-wall underground shorts film festival that will celebrate the bizarre, the bold and the beautifully unhinged. Neatly tucked into the inaugural Wailuku Film Festival, 4F, will be a late-night circus of pink gorillas and short films.
