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Schatz, Collins, others reintroduce bipartisan bill to reform disaster recovery
The Reforming Disaster Recovery Act would strengthen the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s disaster recovery program for states, local governments, and tribes.
Online registration for Kaua‘i Summer Fun Program begins May 24
The 2023 Summer Fun Program is open to children 5 to 11 years old on Kaua‘i.
Lane closure for sections of Kapa‘a scheduled from May 22 to May 27
A portion of Kawaihau Road, Hau’a’ala Road, and Mailihuna Road will experience periodic one-lane closure and road narrowing.
Hawai’iʻs Iam Tongi has won hearts across the nation; but will he be the next ‘American Idol’ winner?
Beginning at 2 p.m. Hawai‘i Standard Time on Sunday, William “Iam” Tongi from Kahuku, O‘ahu, will compete against fellow finalists Colin Stough and Megan Danielle to become the next “American Idol” winner.
UH professor joins UC Davis nursing school fellowship program
Donna-Marie Palakiko’s project focuses on addressing asthma inequities among Native Hawaiians through the implementation and testing of a culturally tailored mHealth tool.
Jehovah’s Witnesses plan initiative to share Bible’s message with Tagalog residents
Over 220 Tagalog Jehovah’s Witnesses from throughout the United States are traveling to Hawai‘i in May.
Hawai‘i Coffee Association conference coming to Kaua‘i
The Hawaiʻi Coffee Association conference will be held this year on Kauaʻi and feature a new Latte Art Throwdown, plus interactive workshops on cupping, roasting, green grading, brewing, grinding and field grafting.
Kauaʻi man turns fish, octopus into art using Japanese method of gyotaku
Kauaʻi police officer Desmond Thain, who makes art out of fish and octopus using the traditional Japanese method of gyotaku, has clients that include fishermen and Food Network chefs.
Kaua‘i firefighters battle Kapa‘a blaze that engulfed small structure, 2 vehicles
Multiple Kaua‘i Fire Department units were dispatched to the scene on Kūhiō Highway in Kapa‘a shortly after 2:30 a.m. Saturday.
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Summer Showcase and Expo this June
This rare opportunity will allow visitors to tour the USS Frank J. Petersen Jr homeported at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
Governor traveling to Seattle for meetings with officials working to solve homelessness
While on his trip, Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green will meet with government officials and others working to solve homelessness, housing and health care issues in Washington state.
Pacific Heartbeat, documentary series highlighting Pacific Islands, renewed
The documentary series consists of four new episodes that showcase the diversity and complexity of Pacific Islander culture.
Gardening on the Garden Isle: Best to read directions when planting papaya seeds
For the latest Gardening on the Garden Isle column, master gardener Tom Timmons explains why its best to follow his wife’s advice and read the directions when planting papaya seeds.
Lawai International Center offering rare tea ceremony
This rare opportunity is being held in a hand-carved structure true to 13th-century architecture built with the hands and hearts of masters from Asia and volunteers from Kaua’i.
Hirono, others reintroduce Affordability is Access Act to expand access to birth control
Companion legislation was also introduced in the House by Representatives Ayanna Pressley, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ami Bera.
Volcano Watch: Ups, downs and changes at Kīlauea summit
Kīlauea on the Big island has experienced nearly constant change with distinct episodes of calm, unrest, eruptions and everything in between since its historic eruption in 2018.
Importance of lava tubes described in new Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park video
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park’s “ʻOhi Wai” is a 10-minute video describing how Hawaiians used lava tubes to gather water in gourds.
Bishop Museum awarded $500,000 grant to preserve, digitize important plant repository
U.S. senators Mazie Hirono and Brian Schatz helped secure the grant for the Bishop Museum in Honolulu.
Hōkūleʻa voyaging canoe to start Alaska Heritage Sail in Juneau
On Friday morning, the Hōkūleʻa voyaging canoe will embark on the first leg of the Alaska Heritage Sail, from Juneau to Yakutat.
Recruitment to open for state conservation enforcement officers
This job recruitment, for full-time, permanent positions, will be advertised on the State of Hawai‘i jobs website.