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SNAP users allowed to purchase hot foods for the next four weeks

A waiver allows Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) users to purchase hot foods using their benefits until May 16.

Bishop Museum features the works of Nālani Kanakaʻole, Sig Zane, Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane

The Zane ʻohana, continues to transform Hawaiian cultural practices into captivating visual arts, while celebrating their rich heritage and environmental stewardship.

Federal court orders $1.4M-plus restitution, 14-month prison term for Kaua‘i man who stole COVID relief funds

52-year-old Ethan Page of Kekaha was sentenced April 15; court order also includes 3 years supervised release following his prison term. He previously pleaded guilty to lying to Small Business Administration officials about how he used more than $1.4 million of Restaurant Revitalization funds awarded in 2021 to his business Hanapēpē Design Studio.

State warns public about fraudulent investment schemes on Meta platforms

These scams include pump-and-dump scams, confidence scams and fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes that take advantage of victims to extract as much money from them as possible.

Registration for A+ after-school program opens next week

Families are urged to prepare documents needed for after-school program registration by April 22.

Relief available to Hawai‘i businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by Kona low storms

Small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations in Kalawao and Kaua‘i are only eligible to apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans.

Bank of Hawaiʻi launches new Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurs

Center helps Hawaiʻi business owners plan for succession, unlock opportunity and navigate complexities of business, family and personal wealth.

Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority seeks proposals for events, cultural preservation initiatives

The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is inviting organizations to apply for funding to support cultural preservation, enhance community experiences, and promote major events throughout the islands.

Short letter can go a long way: Celebrate National Card and Letter Writing Month

U.S. Postal Service encourages customers to “mail a little more often,” and special occasions such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or other personally significant moments present an ideal opportunity to combine thoughtful expression with written communication.

Volcano Watch: Fountains and festivities; Kīlauea erupts Episode 44 as Merrie Monarch begins on Big Island

Comparing different eruptions can be a bit like comparing apples to oranges. But no matter how you compare, the ongoing eruption made an impression in terms of its longevity, with two active vents and impacts to areas downwind, including the changing topography of the summit.

US District Court decisively dismisses federal case seeking to block state’s fossil fuel claims

A decisive ruling by U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaiʻi agreed with Hawai‘i’s argument that the United States lacks standing to sue for hypothetical allegations that imposing liability on fossil fuel companies will have some harmful future effects on the federal government.

Aloha United Way 211 can connect displaced residents with housing help, recovery support connected with kona low storms

Partnership with the state and Airbnb supports eligible households impacted by severe storms in March, including damages from winds, thunderstorms and extreme flooding.

Recovery from kona low storms gets boost with Trump OK to major disaster declaration

“I’m grateful to the president and FEMA for acting quickly to approve our request because it immediately unlocks the federal resources we need to support response and long-term recovery in our state,” said Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green.

50th anniversary of Hōkūleʻa’s maiden voyage to Tahiti celebrated by Polynesian Voyaging Society 

A series of storytelling, educational initiatives, musical performances and fundraising efforts throughout this year will reflect on the legacy of the voyage and its enduring impact.

National grant provides $400K to expand Direct2UH initiative, simplifying path to college

Building on the success of Direct2UH — the direct admissions initiative launched in October 2025 that offers free entry to Hawaiʻi public high school seniors based on their grade-point average — the grant will fund a unified admissions system with enhanced outreach and guidance.

Report: Natural gas offers modest gains, big risks for Hawaiʻi energy costs

University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization’s report finds that while natural gas is often far cheaper than oil on the mainland United States, Hawaiʻi faces higher costs because the fuel must be cooled, shipped across the ocean and converted back into gas.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa grad programs earn national recognition

Ten programs are in the nation’s top 50, and an additional 17 are in the top 100, as ranked by the 2026 U.S. News and World Report’s Best Graduate Schools.

2 new members appointed to University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents, pending Senate confirmation

The Board of Regents is responsible for overseeing the 10-campus UH system, including policy direction, financial oversight and long-term strategic planning.

Kauaʻi County Council to consider resolution recognizing ocean lifeguards as first responders

The Hawaiʻi State Legislature also is currently considering similar resolutions that would give open water lifeguards the same rights, resources, training support and professional respect accorded to first responders.

‘How Clinical Trials Save Lives’ workshop emphasizes benefits to patient care, research

Free event at University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center also marks 1-year anniversary of Susan C. Hirano Cancer CARE Community; in-person and Zoom options available.
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