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Community Hirono meets with students, advocates, local businesses on O‘ahu

Bangkok Happy Bowl features island rhythm in February, with live Hawaiian music, hula
The island’s only Asian restaurant offering live entertainment 7 nights a week in its open-air setting features beloved Kauaʻi musicians and dancers who bring warmth, culture and energy to every evening. January 27, 2026 · 05:00am
Parking lots at Hanalei Bay slated for temporary closure this week
From Jan. 29-30, the four lots will be closed from 5 to 11 a.m.Hawaii News Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus to introduce 2026 legislative package to state lawmakers
Business Reminder: Deadline nears to apply for upcoming Project Hoʻomana cohort
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Several University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa programs ranked among world’s best

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National report ranks University of Hawaiʻi 2-year colleges among best for affordability
The university’s commitment to keeping education within reach is most evident at its community colleges, which received a “Leading” rating for affordability, with the index finding that the average 2-year student in Hawaiʻi needs to work only 9 hours per week to cover the net price of attendance, while low-income students require just 6 hours per week.
Parking lots at Hanalei Bay slated for temporary closure this week
From Jan. 29-30, the four lots will be closed from 5 to 11 a.m.
Hirono meets with students, advocates, local businesses on O‘ahu
Purpose of the Hawai‘i Democrat’s visits was to discuss Impact of federal funding and consequences of President Donald Trump’s policies
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus to introduce 2026 legislative package to state lawmakers
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus — established in 1994 — is a bipartisan collaborative effort among state legislators, community leaders and youth-centered organizations dedicated to advancing policies that improve the lives of Hawaiʻi’s young people.
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Hawaii News
National report ranks University of Hawaiʻi 2-year colleges among best for affordability
The university’s commitment to keeping education within reach is most evident at its community colleges, which received a “Leading” rating for affordability, with the index finding that the average 2-year student in Hawaiʻi needs to work only 9 hours per week to cover the net price of attendance, while low-income students require just 6 hours per week.
Hirono meets with students, advocates, local businesses on O‘ahu
Purpose of the Hawai‘i Democrat’s visits was to discuss Impact of federal funding and consequences of President Donald Trump’s policies
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus to introduce 2026 legislative package to state lawmakers
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus — established in 1994 — is a bipartisan collaborative effort among state legislators, community leaders and youth-centered organizations dedicated to advancing policies that improve the lives of Hawaiʻi’s young people.
Reminder: Deadline nears to apply for upcoming Project Hoʻomana cohort
The 3-month business development program from February through April designed to support Native Hawaiian micro and small business owners with tools, guidance and mentorship focused on branding, marketing and business growth.
Overnight closures planned for Kūhiō Highway near Hanalei Bridge beginning Feb. 2
Transportation officials said the closures are needed to reconstruct existing pavement on the Hanalei side of the bridge.
Gov. Josh Green outlines plans to meet Hawaiʻi’s challenges during 2026 during State of State address
With the State of Hawaiʻi having to try to make up for billions in federal cuts and actions to maintain services, Gov. Josh Green said he proposes no changes to tax cuts in 2026 but would ask to pause cuts for 2027-2029.
Big Island News
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus 2026 legislative package to be presented this week to state lawmakers
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus — established in 1994 — is a bipartisan collaborative effort among state legislators, community leaders and youth-centered organizations dedicated to advancing policies that improve the lives of Hawaiʻi’s young people.
Apply now: Project Hoʻomana cohort application deadline nears
The 3-month business development program from February through April designed to support Native Hawaiian micro and small business owners with tools, guidance and mentorship focused on branding, marketing and business growth.
2026 Homeless Point in Time Count begins on Big Island
The goal of the federally mandated survey — which offers a snapshot of homelessness — is to identify and count individuals and families residing in places not meant for human habitation; more than 50 volunteers and staff are participating in this year's initiative.
Maui News
Surfer John John Florence defers return to competition, takes year-long break
Three-time World Champion John John Florence has announced that he will defer his return to the World Surf League, Championship Tour for another year. Florence, who was awarded the WSL Season Wildcard, has decided to withdraw from the 2026 CT and extend his break from full-time competition to continue to focus on his family and travel.
Community input welcome on Māla Boat Ramp site improvements
The community is invited to a Feb. 4 meeting to provide input on a proposed improvement project for Māla Boat Ramp on Maui’s west side.
Mayor Bissen: Maui’s wildfire recovery shifts gears to housing delivery and infrastructure investment
Mayor Richard Bissen told state lawmakers Monday that his administration has shifted its focus from immediate wildfire recovery to housing delivery and large-scale infrastructure investments, forecasting the construction of approximately 3,000 affordable and workforce homes by 2030.


