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A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green earlier this week signed state Senate Bill 2580, now Act 185, which broadens access to the state’s film tax credit, as well as Senate Bill 2907, now Act 186, centralizing marine affairs oversight.

Sachs succeeds longtime Membership Services manager Brenda Sameshima, who is retiring after 22 years of service to the club.

Businesses registered in the third quarter — July through September — can now file their annual reports, which must be filed by midnight Sept. 30 to avoid a late filing penalty fee.

A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

Rey’s Auto Repair founder Rey Juan and his family created a welcoming place, where customers feel how much the family cares and values them, local businesses trust them to keep their vehicles moving and the next generation sees the results of sweat, elbow grease and dedication.

7-Eleven Hawai‘i is marking its nearly 5 decades of service throughout the state with a free Slurpee on July 11, plus the return of Dollar Deals and a free limited-edition tote bag designed by local artist Jack Soren.

This recognition highlights banks that consistently deliver trusted, high-quality financial services and exceptional experiences at the local level.

Hawaiʻi farmers, value‑added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply‑chain partners and resource providers come together in Waikīkī for full day focused on local food product development and strengthening Hawaiʻi’s growing food innovation ecosystem.

A quick look at news from throughout the state, nation and more.

However, number of non-agricultural jobs throughout the islands Increased by total of 4,000, or 0.6%, compared with the same month in 2025; nonfarm jobs jumped by 1,900 from April to May this year.

All businesses selling or distributing manufactured hemp products in Hawaiʻi, including online and out‑of‑state entities serving Hawaiʻi customers, must maintain an active Office of Medical Cannabis Control and Regulation registration.

About 500 students ages 13 to 18 years old attended the June 20 exploratory event aimed at fostering future generations of aviation professionals.

The historic sugar producer owned by AOL co-founder Steve Case also is still negotiating to sell another more than 1,000 acres to the state Agribusiness Development Corp.

The 3.02-acre, 4,003-square-foot North Shore estate on a total of 131,595 square feet of property is priced at $13 million, and comes with all the breathtaking views you’d expect from a musical legend’s former home.

Aviation is more than a career for brothers Kaʻimi and Kekumu “Kumu” N. — it’s a shared journey that connected them across skies, time zones and two beloved brands they represent.

The new “Moana” designs inspire guests around the world with a message of exploration — “Voyage beyond the reef” — on all three aircraft ahead of the theatrical release of Disney’s highly anticipated reimagining on July 10.

Curio Collection by Hilton’s first Hawai‘i property unveils look at resort’s rooms ahead of opening in October.

However, a significant decrease in single-family and multi-family housing activity raises concern.

The event Tuesday, June 23, at Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort on Oʻahu will bring together Hawaiʻi farmers, value-added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply chain partners and resource providers for a full-day of discussions about food innovation.