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Flags in Hawai‘i to be lowered through Thursday in honor of John Henry Felix
Born and raised in Honolulu, John Henry Felix dedicated his life to advancing the common good.
Health system in Hawai‘i ranked among best in nation, annual report shows
The annual report evaluates all 50 states and the District of Columbia on 50 key indicators of health system performance, including access to care, health outcomes, equity, and prevention.
U.S. bombings in Iran during weekend condemned by Hawai‘i congressional delegation
Comments from Aloha State U.S. senators, representatives come day before Islamic Republic’s missile counterattack on U.S. base in Qatar following President Donald Trump ordered bombings of three Iranian nuclear sites June 21. Lawmakers question the legality of U.S. operation and express concern about becoming tangled in another Middle East quagmire.
Hōkūleʻa crew sights land in the Tuamotus, continues toward Taputapuātea
The crew of the Polynesian voyaging canoe, Hōkūleʻa sighted distant lights on the horizon, Saturday—marking their first visual confirmation of land since departing Hilo on June 3.
Minor coastal flooding expected during high tides this week
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, high tides combined with water levels running higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along the shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.
Hawai‘i in new era of awareness as 10th Wildfire & Drought LOOKOUT! campaign kicks off
State, county and nonprofit organizations involved in wildfire prevention and mitigation say following the devastating and deadly wildfires in in August 2023 that destroyed Lahaina, killing more than 100 people, and other blazes on the Big Island the same day, people in the islands are beginning to understand the risks they, their families and their livlihoods face when wildfires loom.
New technology platforms approved for student support at all University of Hawaiʻi campuses
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents has approved a $7.4 million, five-year subscription to EAB Navigate360 and EAB Edify, two integrated technology platforms designed to improve student outcomes at the 10 UH campuses.
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.
