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Brief looks at education news from throughout the islands.

New permitted interaction working groups will focus on water and wells, district boundary amendments and building codes.

Military-related urgent needs now qualify for leave with Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green’s signature of Act 13.

Hawaiʻi receives about $3 million per year from the federal government to fund the Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which is mandated by federal law to fight Medicaid fraud and protect patients from abuse and neglect; unfortunately, federal officials say the Hawaiʻi unit falls short of expectations and has for many years.

People reported on ‘Coconut Wireless’ about what they heard or even saw happened throughout the day Saturday, June 6, in the area of Kīlauea Road, between Kolo Road and Kaikala Street.

A quick look at news from throughout the islands.

Green will retain executive authority while traveling and remain in regular contact with state leadership and his Cabinet members; Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan will oversee day-to-day government operations in the state and serve as acting governor during Green’s trip.

Participating high school students will be introduced to science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, skills through the lens of urban and regional planning with a goal of fueling their higher education choices and perhaps interest in transportation-related careers.

There will be no contraflow or lane closures, unless otherwise permitted, on June 11 in observance of Kamehameha Day; remember, schedules can change at anytime with little to no notice and all work is weather permitting.

The traffic changes are necessary to accommodate Public Works Roads Division crews to complete road resurfacing work and ensure the safety of those crews while they are working.

Hawaiʻi Department of Defense Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan will use that authorization to keep aircrews and other Hawaiʻi National Guard resources ready to provide assistance to county and state firefighters — when needed — to fight wildfires when they ignite.

Extension guarantees more than 60 Native Hawaiian Education Program early childhood education grant recipients throughout the state fully funded for at least another year.

“Reducing energy use benefits individual businesses and strengthens our community as a whole as we reduce our reliance on the electrical grid,” said Kauaʻi County Office of Economic Development Director Nalani Bru.

Large eruptive plumes produced by the ongoing episodic summit eruption of Kīlauea volcano, which contain high concentrations of volcanic gases and tephra, and wind direction are the key to this answer.

University of Hawaiʻi seeks person to fill newly created position of associate vice president for workforce development, serving as primary architect for cohesive workforce strategy throughout all 10 of its campuses.

The resolution honors pioneering plantation workers, known as Sakadas, whose sacrifice, resilience and labor leadership transformed economy and culture of the islands.

Those who register to participate will receive a call to join the discussion once the town hall begins at noon June 11.

Bangkok Happy Bowl invites guests to enjoy flavorful Thai dishes, handcrafted sushi and nightly live Hawaiian music and hula performances throughout the month in an atmosphere that celebrates the culture, creativity and community spirit of the island.

Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said his administration stands firm behind the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands after an Oʻahu man filed a federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act and its blood quantum mandate.

Community again invited to explore a variety of large-scale vehicles up close, including a bomb vehicle, fire engine, sanitation truck, dump truck, police car and more; attendees also will learn about the unique functions of each vehicle and meet the people who operate them.