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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.

Marriott hiring for several positions on Kaua‘i

The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, Marriott’s Kauai Beach Club, Marriott’s Kauai Lagoons – Kalanipu’u and Marriott’s Waiohai Beach Club properties all have open positions.

Hirono introduces Extinction Prevention Act to protect imperiled wildlife, plants

Senator Mazie K. Hirono is a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. She introduced the Act ahead of Endangered Species Day.

Senate passes Hirono resolution recognizing May as AANHPI Heritage Month

Companion legislation was introduced by Rep. Judy Chu, who – like Sen. Hirono – sits on the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus.

Hirono leads My Body, My Data Act to protect reproductive, sexual health data

The My Body, My Data Act is legislation to create a new national standard to protect reproductive and sexual health data.

Kaua‘i: volunteer in the Makauwahi Cave Reserve

The flyer for the event said: “Be prepared to get dirty, have fun and do good!”

Motorcycle Safety month shows uptick in rider-involved fatalities

Of the 33 fatalities, 22 of the riders were not properly licensed. Preliminary toxicology results reveal that 18 of the riders tested positive for alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both.

Following sexual abuse, misconduct reports, Hirono, others call for review of JROTC

“The more than 500,000 students participating in JROTC programs across the country should be safe and protected in their programs,” said Senator Mazie K. Hirono.

Hawai‘i micro-grant program for small-scale agriculture opens

A total of $2 million is available for this year’s program which was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the 2018 Farm Bill.

County blesses newly-renovated playcourt at Kōloa Park

This project included significant renovations and rebuilding of the tennis court, pickleball courts and basketball court at the park.

CANCELED: Flood Watch issued for portions of Kaua‘i later this week

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms will lift toward the area from the south early Thursday morning.

‘Aloha Always Wins’ children’s program, book addresses bullying in 300 Hawai‘i schools

The “Choose Aloha” Program teaches keiki to choose love, not hate, bullying, self-harm or suicidal ideation.
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