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UPDATE: Episode 26 lava fountains of ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption reach dizzying heights
While the eruptive event lasted just about 8 hours, lava was ejected to peak heights of well more than 1,000 feet Friday (June 20) from the north vent in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater at the Big Island volcano.
9th annual Hawai‘i on the Hill brings spirit of aloha to Washington, D.C.
The event — a partnership between Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono and and Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i — provides members of the Hawai‘i business community the opportunity to meet directly with congressional leaders while also showcasing their products.
Hawaiʻi AG: Investigation closed into deadly August 2023 Lahaina, Maui, wildfire
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez also officially handed over the responsibility for future wildfire analysis, mitigation and coordination efforts as those duties now belong to the new state fire marshal and Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization.
Volcano Watch: School’s out for summer — introducing new Hawaiian Volcano Observatory interns
Kamalani Poepoe and Ruth Gale welcomed during the perfect time to not only better understand eruptions in Hawaiʻi but contribute to ongoing work as the episodic summit eruption of Kīlauea volcano on Big Island continues.
State survey reveals workforce housing would keep Hawai‘i educators in classrooms
The Hawaiʻi Schools Facility Authority provided 25 potential teacher workforce housing sites statewide, including three on Kaua‘i at Kapa‘a Middle School, Kaua‘i Community College and ‘Ele‘ele Elementary School.
Board of Regents approves Matt Elliott as next athletics director at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa
UH President Wendy Hensel said about the selection of Matt Elliott at the next athletics director at the University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa: “From beginning to end, Matt was the guy.”
Fees increase for annual vehicle safety inspections in Hawaiʻi, beginning July 1
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation said the 75-cent increase is needed to cover the vendor costs to administer and manage the safety check program.
Anglers cast lines as trout season opens at Pu‘u Lua Reservoir on Kauaʻi
The opening of the annual fishing season at Koke‘e on Kauaʻi brought anglers of all ages to Pu‘u Lua Reservoir to catch rainbow trout.
Locally made ‘ulu pancake mix hits grocery stores statewide
The pancake mix was created by the Hawai‘i ‘Ulu Cooperative, a group of 180 ‘ulu farmers throughout the state.
Hawaiʻi ranks second in the nation for school lunch nutrition
Hawaiʻi is setting the standard for other states in improving the quality of school meals, emphasizing local food sourcing, farm-to-school initiatives and fresh fruit and vegetable programs.
Volcano Watch: Six Months of Halemaʻumaʻu Lava Fountains
There is much to appreciate about the ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption as it approaches its 6-month anniversary on June 23. The stunning episodic lava fountains and lava flows erupting within Halemaʻumaʻu crater in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park have provided island residents and visitors with safe and accessible viewing opportunities. However, volcanic hazards are always present.
Trump Administration’s funding cuts end University of Hawaiʻi program for women in geosciences
“I think the biggest impact of this termination is the loss of professional development opportunities for women. STEM is hemorrhaging women.” — Barbara Bruno of the University of Hawaiʻi
Visitor at Hawaiʻi Volcanoe National Park rescued after falling off steep cliff
The 30-year-old man from Boston said he got too close to the ledge and fell after trying to get a better view of erupting Kīlauea.
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia voyaging canoes reach the doldrums in journey from Hilo to Tahiti
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia, the voyaging canoes of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, have reached the Intertropical Convergence Zone that is commonly known as the doldrums as they continue their journey from Hilo to Tahiti.
Department of Health alerts Hawaiʻi residents to national recall on Zicam, Orajel cotton swabs
The recalled products were distributed nationwide, including at supermarkets and drug stores in Hawai‘i.
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands’ 656-acre project of farms, homes, public spaces in Maui moves forward
Community members say there aren’t enough Hawaiian homestead opportunities in East Maui and hope the project can ease the burden on multigenerational households living under one roof.
National No Kings Mass Protest scheduled on Kaua‘i
More than 7,000 Hawaiʻi residents, including teachers, veterans, immigration and civil rights advocates, are expected to join the No Kings Mass protest on Saturday throughout the state.
Kaua‘i Police Commission seeks public input on traits needed for next chief
Chief Todd Raybuck, who has served as the 8th Chief of Police for the Kaua’i Police Department since April 22, 2019, is set to transfer command today to Assistant Chief Elliott Kalani Ke, who was selected by the commission to serve as interim chief.
AG Lopez issues joint statement regarding deployment of California National Guard
Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in releasing the a statement reacting to what she called the “unlawful deployment” of California National Guard against protestors in California.
Lava fountains reached over 1,000 feet during episode 25 of the onging eruption
Astonishing lava fountains surged over 1,000 feet high from Kīlauea’s north vent, which is a huge leap in just 8 hours.