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Study: Seasonal resource sharing preserves vast ocean microbial diversity

The study by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa oceanographers provides new insight into how high levels of biodiversity are maintained in the open ocean.

State commissions launch ‘No Hate in the 808’ campaign to combat discrimination throughout Hawaiʻi

“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to equity, dignity and inclusion for all people in Hawaiʻi,” said a joint statement from the partnering commissions involved with the statewide initiative. “Together, we are sending a clear message: discrimination is unlawful, unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”

New report just in time for Native Plant Month highlights several newly discovered Hawaiian plant species, others rediscovered

Find of five new species and rediscovery of several species previously thought lost are detailed in the new “Rare Plant Program 2025 Island Highlights” report, giving Hawaiian plant enthusiasts a great deal to celebrate during Native Plant Month in April. 

Kekaha residents advised of planned April 30 water outage

To allow for essential system upgrades, a planned water service shutdown will take place on April 30 in parts of Kekaha, affecting ʻUlili Road.

Agreement reached by Hawaiʻi lawmakers for preservation of promised tax relief

The final version of income tax measure maintains tax cuts passed in 2024 for joint filers earning less than $350,000, heads of household less than $262,500 and single filers less than $175,000, preserving critical financial relief for Hawaiʻi’s working and middle-income households.

Two teachers open Hawai’i Standard Time Brewing in Līhu’e

After years of careful planning, experimenting with flavors and ingredients, and overcoming pandemic setbacks, Skyler Lassman and Paul Schmitz opened their craft brewery on Kress Street.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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Study: Seasonal resource sharing preserves vast ocean microbial diversity

The study by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa oceanographers provides new insight into how high levels of biodiversity are maintained in the open ocean.

State commissions launch ‘No Hate in the 808’ campaign to combat discrimination throughout Hawaiʻi

“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to equity, dignity and inclusion for all people in Hawaiʻi,” said a joint statement from the partnering commissions involved with the statewide initiative. “Together, we are sending a clear message: discrimination is unlawful, unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”

New report just in time for Native Plant Month highlights several newly discovered Hawaiian plant species, others rediscovered

Find of five new species and rediscovery of several species previously thought lost are detailed in the new “Rare Plant Program 2025 Island Highlights” report, giving Hawaiian plant enthusiasts a great deal to celebrate during Native Plant Month in April. 

Agreement reached by Hawaiʻi lawmakers for preservation of promised tax relief

The final version of income tax measure maintains tax cuts passed in 2024 for joint filers earning less than $350,000, heads of household less than $262,500 and single filers less than $175,000, preserving critical financial relief for Hawaiʻi’s working and middle-income households.

Kauaʻi Community College internships combine high tech with cultural preservation

Five internships empower students to safeguard ancient sites and Indigenous data through the use of cutting-edge technology.

University of Hawai‘i Community College transfer success highlighted in new video series

The message throughout every story of each of the seven students is the same: you don’t need to have everything figured out to begin; students can start where they are — and go beyond.

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Hawaiʻi County Police Commission office temporarily closed in Hilo

Submit written testimony over email or through the drop box while the office remains closed due to staffing shortages.

University Hawaiʻi at Mānoa releases names of all three finalists for chancellor

The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa has announced its third and final candidate for the flagship campus. Candidates include Vassilis L. Syrmos, Amy Sueyoshi and W. John Kao.

Organizers of Kona 4th of July parade soliciting entires to celebrate America 250

“Whether you walk, dance, roll, ride, strum or march — we want you in the parade,” said organizers of the 2026 Kailua Village Independence Day Parade who are soliciting entries.

First step to achieving their goals: Video series highlights University of Hawai‘i Community College transfer success

The message throughout every story of each of the seven students is the same: you don’t need to have everything figured out to begin; students can start where they are — and go beyond.

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Tree planting effort to increase canopy at island schools

Ten schools have been selected to participate in the statewide Shade Trees for Schools program, a joint effort of the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife’s Kaulunani Urban & Community Forestry Program and the Hawaiʻi Department of Education.

Schatz details impact from kona low storms, urges long-term support for recovery

US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) spoke on the Senate floor about last month’s kona low storms which produced continuous flooding and resulted in widespread damage across Hawai‘i.

MEO welcomes Jared Appleby as CFO; Melissa Magonigle as HR Director

Jared Appleby and Melissa Magonigle joined the Maui Economic Opportunity executive leadership team in April as Chief Fiscal Officer and Human Resources Director, respectively.

Dept. of the Attorney General warns public of individual impersonating Hawaiʻi state official

The department was recently alerted that Iqbal Khowaja is presenting himself as the “CTO of the State of Hawaiʻi” at the Bitcoin 2026 conference underway in Las Vegas and has made similar claims in prior conference appearances and on social media profiles.