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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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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 29, 2026

An upper trough will slide from north of the state to the east through Wednesday before settling northeast of the area. Moderate to fresh trade winds will...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 29, 2026

Surf along north and west facing shores will remain small tonight before a small bump is possible on Wednesday. An upward trend is then expected during the...

POLICE: Avoid east end of Wood Valley Road in Kaʻū

That portion of the road in Pahala is CLOSED at this time because of flooding.

2 speed humps, 1 speed table to be installed in Honalo

State transportation officials say the new speed reduction tools on Māmalahoa Highway and Kuakini Highway will improve safety in the area, where 8 traffic crashes happened during the past 5 years, including one fatality.

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Maui Surf Forecast for April 29, 2026

Surf along north and west facing shores will remain small tonight before a small bump is possible on Wednesday. An upward trend is then expected during the...

Roots School receives $10,000 grant from Atherton Family Foundation

Roots School was recently awarded a $10,000 grant from the Atherton Family Foundation to further strengthen its English Language Arts program. This funding will enhance early literacy instruction in the classroom and expand targeted, in-school support for students who need it most.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua appoints Courtney Conching as Director of Group Sales

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announced the appointment of Courtney Conching as Director of Group Sales. With over a decade of expertise in the luxury hospitality sector, Conching will spearhead the resort’s efforts to drive high-impact group business through a unique lens of authentic Hawaiian culture and world-class sales expertise.

Southwest Airlines boosts ʻOhana Rewards

Beginning today, ʻOhana Rewards Members will earn a minimum of 1,000 Rapid Rewards points for every one-way interisland flight, paired with an ability to purchase one-way interisland flights for as few as 4,000 Rapid Rewards points—this means Members earn enough points to redeem a one-way interisland flight after four one-way interisland flights flown.