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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.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa announces third finalist for chancellor

W. John Kao, president of National Tsing Hua University, is the third and final candidate for the chancellor position at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and will visit the campus next week.

Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative returning money to members

“KIUC is in a strong position after more than two decades of responsible financial management,” said KIUC Board Chair Allan Smith.

Hawai‘i fraud losses increased 25% in 2025 to $79.6 million

Federal Bureau of Investigations and Federal Trade Commission fraud reports also reveal the state ranks fifth in the nation among per-capita losses.

Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture to choose eight projects for federal grant funding

Hawaiʻi’s specialty crop producers can apply for funding from a $618,260 USDA grant aimed at enhancing competitiveness and market opportunities for local fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and more.

Senate confirms circuit court judges for Kauaʻi, Maui

The Hawaiʻi State Senate has confirmed Judge Michael K. Soong to the Circuit Court on Kauaʻi after serving as a deputy public defender, the elected prosecuting attorney, and a district court judge on Kauaʻi.
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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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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.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa announces third finalist for chancellor

W. John Kao, president of National Tsing Hua University, is the third and final candidate for the chancellor position at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and will visit the campus next week.

Hawai‘i fraud losses increased 25% in 2025 to $79.6 million

Federal Bureau of Investigations and Federal Trade Commission fraud reports also reveal the state ranks fifth in the nation among per-capita losses.

Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture to choose eight projects for federal grant funding

Hawaiʻi’s specialty crop producers can apply for funding from a $618,260 USDA grant aimed at enhancing competitiveness and market opportunities for local fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and more.

Polynesian Voyaging Society, Kamehameha Schools conclude 10-day cultural exchange in Taiwan

Events and site visits around the East Asia island advanced relationships, educational partnerships and logistical preparations for the anticipated arrival of traditional Polynesian voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia in spring 2027.

Hawai‘i gas prices decrease during past week, bucking national trend on the rise

Prices just before 8 a.m. Monday, April 27, at Kapa‘a gas pumps ranged from $5.39 per gallon on the low end to as much as $5.99 per gallon; prices at the pump for neighbor islands decreased 10.6 cents per gallon from last week’s average $5.64 per gallon.

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Big Island Now news briefs for April 28: Stronger Hawaiʻi, customer communication, Agency of the Year, Jones Act

A quick look at news happening throughout the island, state and nation.

Hilo Memorial Hospital renovations underway to turn building into resource hub

Phase one includes re-roofing the main structure, safe removal of hazardous materials, and selective removal of invasive trees to protect the building foundation.

U.S. Department of Agriculture awards grant to Hawaiʻi for specialty crops

With applications opening from May 8 to June 8, these funds will support up to eight innovative projects that reinforce Hawaiʻi's standing in the specialty crop market both nationally and internationally.

Adaptive management authority rule change proposed for Hawaiʻi Island hunting

Update pertains to Big Island game bird and game mammal hunting.

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Maui Kamehameha Parade issues call for parade entries

Maui's 2026 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a is set for Saturday, June 20, 2026, and the community is invited to take part in the annual celebration. The festivities return to Central Maui, with a parade along Kaʻahumanu Avenue followed by a hoʻolauleʻa at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center.

New University of Hawaiʻi office launched to boost research capacity

The University of Hawaiʻi has launched a new office that will serve as a central hub for grant support, research development and funding opportunities to help boost scientific discovery, increase research capacity and stimulate workforce development in the state.

PVS and Kamehameha Schools complete cultural exchange in Taiwan in preparation for 2027 Hōkūleʻa arrival

A delegation from the Polynesian Voyaging Society and Kamehameha Schools recently concluded a 10-day cA delegation from the Polynesian Voyaging Society and Kamehameha Schools recently concluded a 10-day cultural exchange and planning visit across Taiwan, advancing relationships, educational partnerships, and logistical preparations for the anticipated arrival of the voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia in spring 2027 as part of the Moananuiākea Voyage.ultural exchange and planning visit across Taiwan, advancing relationships, educational partnerships, and logistical preparations for the anticipated arrival of the voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia in spring 2027 as part of the Moananuiākea Voyage.

Traffic Advisory: Utility pole severed on Kaʻahumanu Ave. fronting Maui Mall

Maui police have closed Kaʻahumanu Avenue in both directions from Puʻunēnē to Hāna Highway due to a traffic accident. Bystanders sent Maui Now footage of a severed pole and damage traffic light at the intersection fronting the Maui Mall in Kahului at around 9:20 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Details surrounding the incident are forthcoming.