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Homestead nonprofit awarded funds for rooftop solar at Kekaha community facility

“Over the past 16 years, the facility has become a catalyst for growth, collaboration and problem-solving in the community. Countless visioning sessions, meetings and community-driven initiatives addressing longstanding challenges have taken place within those walls,” said Homestead Community Development Corporation Deputy Director Garrett Danner.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road closures scheduled next weekend in Līhuʻe for Kauaʻi Pride Parade and Festival

Kauaʻi Pride Parade is set for June 6, promoting and celebrating peace, acceptance and unity for everyone on the Garden Isle, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religious affiliation or background.

The Garden Isle’s monthly all-hazard siren test scheduled for June 1

Hawaiʻi’s outdoor warning sirens will undergo their routine monthly test at 11:45 a.m. on Monday, June 1, in conjunction with the Emergency Alert System test.

Summer schedule begins at Kapa‘a, Waimea swimming pools

Kapa‘a Swimming Pool reopens Saturday, May 30, after mechanical issues requiring its closure were repaired, making even more of a splash since both swimming pools also transition to their new hours.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs board decides against purchase of TV station

Trustees did, however, emphasize discussing the proposal itself reflects an important and evolving conversation about the future of Native Hawaiian ownership, influence and participation within major economic and communications sectors.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road closures scheduled this weekend in Kalāheo

Stay after the parade and find a ton of fun in the heart of Kalāheo while honoring Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala and its new Miss Aloha Hula Jelacia Naomi Waiauokalaniākea Peralta.
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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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Homestead nonprofit awarded funds for rooftop solar at Kekaha community facility

“Over the past 16 years, the facility has become a catalyst for growth, collaboration and problem-solving in the community. Countless visioning sessions, meetings and community-driven initiatives addressing longstanding challenges have taken place within those walls,” said Homestead Community Development Corporation Deputy Director Garrett Danner.

The Garden Isle’s monthly all-hazard siren test scheduled for June 1

Hawaiʻi’s outdoor warning sirens will undergo their routine monthly test at 11:45 a.m. on Monday, June 1, in conjunction with the Emergency Alert System test.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs board decides against purchase of TV station

Trustees did, however, emphasize discussing the proposal itself reflects an important and evolving conversation about the future of Native Hawaiian ownership, influence and participation within major economic and communications sectors.

Hawaiʻi 4-H invites public to attend summer livestock show season events throughout state

These events are a fun way for the community to support Hawaiʻi’s next generation of agricultural leaders while learning more about the importance of livestock production and youth development programs.

Longtime University of Hawaiʻi faculty member Syrmos recommended as next Mānoa campus chancellor

Current University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa interim provost has more than 30 years of higher education leadership experience, having been a faculty member for 35 years at the campus’ College of Engineering and serving 12 years as University of Hawaiʻi vice president for research and innovation and 8 years as associate Mānoa campus vice chancellor.

Volcano Watch: What caused the major shake-up May 22 on the Big Island?

The base of Mauna Loa sitting on top of the old oceanic crust is only 6 miles below sea level, so the major magnitude-6.0 earthquake the night of Friday, May 22, happened deeper than the volcano — even deeper than the base of the ocean crust, which is bent downward by the weight of the Hawaiian Island chain.

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State flow of resources made visible with new Hawaiʻi Funding Project

Hawaiʻi Funding Project pulls from disparate funding and data sources, providing access to visualizations and data to explore funding at the most relevant and useful depth; it is a direct response to questions about federal funding disruptions early in 2025.

News briefs for May 30: Town hall, water polo, Pacific Music Institute, grazing land, Hilo Brewfest, Kona Tax Office and more

A quick look at news happening throughout the state and around the Big Island.

Catch of day during Kauaʻi Mother’s Day fishing outing is seabird in distress saved by teen sailor

The family holiday celebration became an unexpected wildlife rescue when Hawaiʻi Technology Academy student and Kauaʻi Sailing Association member Xavier Prentice bravely swam out and retrieved the struggling juvenile koaʻe kea, inspiring his community to better protect native Hawaiian birds.

Hawai‘i County officials meet with South Kona residents impacted by 6.0-magnitude earthquake

Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno said the number of reported property damage from the earthquake has now reached into the 300s.

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Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset to host presentation on wildfire recovery efforts, June 2

A Lahaina native and community leader will be the featured speaker at next week's Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting to discuss ongoing efforts to help wildfire survivors rebuild their lives.

Maui chef Sheldon Simeon brings local flavors to Hawaiian Airlines’ new onboard menu

Maui restaurateur Sheldon Simeon, a James Beard Award finalist and "Top Chef" contestant, has designed a new main cabin meal program for Hawaiian Airlines that launches July 1 on most flights between Hawaiʻi and the US continent.

Volcano Watch: What caused the major shake-up May 22 on the Big Island?

The base of Mauna Loa sitting on top of the old oceanic crust is only 6 miles below sea level, so the major magnitude-6.0 earthquake the night of Friday, May 22, happened deeper than the volcano — even deeper than the base of the ocean crust, which is bent downward by the weight of the Hawaiian Island chain.

Mayor Bissen temporarily out of state May 30-June 7, 2026

Mayor Bissen will attend the US Army War College’s 71st annual National Security Seminar at Carlisle Barracks in Pennsylvania from May 31 through June 4. He will then attend the 94th annual meeting of the United States Conference of the Mayors from June 4 through June 7, 2026, in California.