Hawai‘i News
Research reveals high rates of outrigger canoe paddling especially among Native Hawaiians
These findings are important because they suggest that promoting paddling and other activities that are physically demanding as well as culturally relevant, could be a meaningful way to improve physical activity rates in Hawaiʻi.
Replica medals stolen from Merrie Monarch Festival office in Hilo found, 2 men arrested
The men were found squatting at a closed business on Hualani Street.
First wave of Transpac 2023 starts next week
With the most Hawai‘i racers/boats competing in over 10 years, Hawai‘i racers come from Hawai‘i Yacht Club, Waikiki Yacht Club and Kewalo Basin.
Hawai‘i Coffee Association names statewide cupping, latte art throwdown winners
The top-scoring coffee with 87 points was a Kona-grown parchment-dried Red Bourbon variety produced by Kopiko Farm.
Don Aweau named Executive Officer of Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency
Aweau most recently served with the Federal Emergency Management Agency as a senior advisor for the Interagency Recovery Coordination and Community Planning and Capacity Building cadre that responded to disasters nationwide.
Hawai‘i attorney general’s report shows 21,047 firearm permits issued statewide in 202
The 21,047 permits issued last year cover a total of 51,883 firearms registered throughout the year, resulting in a 9.1 percent decrease from 57,091 firearms registered during 2021.
Department of Health warns of Tostitos salsa recalled due to undeclared milk allergen
Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
UH Mānoa begins work on state-of-the-art Student Success Center
Three floors of the air conditioned building will be open space for student gathering, studying and socializing with comfortable seating, tables and ample electrical outlets.
Fall prevention campaign in Hawaiʻi begins June 22 to reduce kūpuna injuries
Every year in Hawai‘i an average of 144 seniors die, 2,184 are hospitalized, and 9,677 are treated in emergency departments because of unintentional falls.
Eruption of Kīlauea on Hawaiʻi Island pauses after 12 days
On Monday afternoon, the eruption of Kīlauea volcano on Hawaiʻi island paused, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
King Kalākaua replica medals stolen during break-in at Merrie Monarch Festival office
Hawai‘i police are investigating a break-in at the Merrie Monarch Festival office in Hilo where several items were stolen, including replicas of King David Kalākaua medals.
Hawaiian Telcom launching $87 million fiber broadband infrastructure project
Hawaiian Telcom was the only Hawaiʻi recipient of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration grant, which invests in building regional networks that connect to national Internet networks.
Hawai‘i senator introduces measures to end waiting period for immigrants seeking federal benefits
U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) introduced legislation with fellow House Democrats to eliminate the five-year waiting period for immigrants seeking a range of federal benefits.
Hōkūleʻa canoe begins 4-year Moananuiākea Voyage circumnavigating Pacific
The voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa departed Statter Harbor in Juneau, Alaska, on June 18, 2023, to officially start a four-year circumnavigation of the Pacific.
Paniolo Cattle Company beef brand to no longer be available at Hawai‘i Safeway locations
Parker Ranch in Waimea on the Big Island announced that the partnership between its Paniolo Cattle Company and the national grocery store chain will end in mid to late July.
Kīlauea volcano on Big Island continues to erupt at summit
An eruptive vent on the southwest side of Halema‘uma‘u crater of Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island has exhibited renewed lava fountaining since June 16 as it continues to pump lava into a lake in the far southwest portion of the crater.
President, CEO of Hawai‘i Tourism Authority to step down in September when contract ends
John De Fries is the first Native Hawaiian appointed as Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s president and CEO.
Vaccines to treat liver cancer part of project at University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center
Cancer vaccines are a promising treatment option that can stimulate the body’s natural anti-cancer immune system.
Volcano Watch: Honoring volcanolgist who unveiled Earth’s magnetic secrets in lava flows
This week’s Volcano Watch is dedicated to U.S. Geological Survey scientist Duane Champion, who helped unlock Pele’s secrets by studying the magnetic properties preserved in lava flows.
State offering community grants for urban forestry projects
The Department of Land and Natural Resources announces up to $100,000 in community grants is available to organizations across Hawai‘i to support projects that protect and enhance the state’s urban and community trees and forests.
