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Lōkahi Play Along celebrates student songwriters, music educators across Hawaiʻi
Students showcased their musical talents alongside artists and music education champions Paula Fuga, Honoka Katayama, Jody Kamisato, Bryan Tolentino and Abe Lagrimas Jr.
Globally known humpback whale ‘Big Mama’ back in Salish Sea after winter in Hawaiʻi
The Pacific Whale Watch Association said iconic humpback whale BCY0324 known as “Big Mama” has safely returned to local waters after her winter migration in Hawaiʻi.
State investigates rock thrown at Hawaiian monk seal on Maui, breaches of seal resting areas
The Department of Land and Natural Resources is investigating social media postings on Instagram that appear to show an adult male throwing an object toward a monk seal while it was swimming in the water off the Lahaina shoreline.
Magic and mischief hit the stage as Hanapēpē Theater doubles the Shakespeare
Experience Shakespeare like never before on Kauaʻi’s west side, as Storybook Theatre of Hawaiʻi, led by Mark Jeffers, presents a condensed, family-friendly mashup of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “The Merchant of Venice.”
Telescope atop Mauna Kea on Big Island helps reveal changes in interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
Observations suggest the comet’s chemistry changed as it passed near the sun, providing new clues to how materials in interstellar comets differ from those in comets formed in this part of the cosmic neighborhood.
State orders cease and desist for BG Wealth Sharing Ltd.
Each respondent must pay $50,000 for respondents) soliciting and offering unregistered securities to Hawai’i residents by utilizing a cryptocurrency platform.
Legislature passes package of bills to strengthen health care across the state
Hawaiʻi State Legislature advances comprehensive health initiatives marking a pivotal step in fortifying healthcare access and preventive measures statewide.
Public Works extends Ala Kinoiki single-lane closures through late May
The lane closures are to allow for tree trimming operations to improve safety.
Mark your calendar: Online registration for summer swim lessons begins later this month
Registration opens May 20; no-cost program is on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to 20 participants per class, per session.
Lava fountains erupt for about 9 hours during Episode 46 of ongoing summit eruption at Kīlauea
Lava geysers from the north vent within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of the Big Island volcano stopped shortly before 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 5; tephra fall was greatest within 3 miles from the two active vents.
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court associate justice elevated to become new chief justice
Vladimir Devens was sworn in Tuesday morning, as the sixth Hawaiʻi Supreme Court chief justice during an informal ceremony.
Kaua‘i County advances Wildfire Home Assessment Program
“Wildfire preparedness is a shared responsibility, and it starts at home,” said Kaua‘i Fire Department Chief Michael Gibson. “This program reflects a countywide commitment to providing our community with the knowledge and tools needed to better protect lives, homes and neighborhoods.”
Birth of Hawaiian monk seal pup at Kaimana Beach prompts coordinated safety response
Officials remind the public that maintaining a respectful distance is the most important thing they can do to protect the endangered monk seals and community.
Bill goes to vote to release $55M in overdue Public Land Trust funds for Native Hawaiians
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is supporting a measure approved by a state legislative conference committee that would release $55 million in Public Land Trust funds currently withheld under an annual payment cap.
University of Hawaiʻi announces system-wide commencement schedule
Thousands of graduates across the state will celebrate graduation from Saturday, May 9 to Saturday, May 16.
Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s new mobile truck offers lifeline on Kauaʻi’s remote North Shore
The mobile site is made possible through a partnership with the Wainiha Country Market, whose owner and operator, Joell Edwards, offered free space for the mobile food truck.
Registration opens on Kauaʻi for free basketball clinic in partnership with UH Hilo
Online registration is limited to 50 participants and begins at 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, at the Kauaʻi Parks and Recreation website.
Support circle on Kauaʻi aims to help families coping with child loss
In May, Kauaʻi Hospice will launch a new grief support initiative, creating a compassionate space for individuals and families grieving pregnancy loss, stillbirth or the death of a child.
UPDATE: Kauaʻi police capture wanted Wailua man
The 31-year-old was wanted on first-degree unauthorized control of a propelled vehicle.
Kaua‘i County Council chair expresses frustration over suspension of junk vehicle disposal services
Kaua‘i County is currently working with the contractor to address operational constraints and identify solutions.
