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Collaborative design meeting to engage public in shaping Haleko Road next month
Due to the challenging Halekō Road design, workshops aimed at fostering community input are set for Tuesday, Jan. 13 and Thursday, Jan. 15. December 29, 2025 · 04:26am
New research into Cookiecutter shark bridges Hawai‘i knowledge with modern science
The study analyzed a larger dataset than previous research, examining bite patterns recorded across Hawaiʻi’s longline fisheries over many years.Hawaii News Schatz introduces legislation to protect, expand Social Security
Community ‘Chief of War’ star, respected Kauaʻi cultural practitioner Kaina Makua to…
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December 2025 updates from Kauaʻi Office of Economic Development
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Collaborative design meeting to engage public in shaping Haleko Road next month
Due to the challenging Halekō Road design, workshops aimed at fostering community input are set for Tuesday, Jan. 13 and Thursday, Jan. 15.
New research into Cookiecutter shark bridges Hawai‘i knowledge with modern science
The study analyzed a larger dataset than previous research, examining bite patterns recorded across Hawaiʻi’s longline fisheries over many years.
Navy Region Hawaiʻi Commander promoted to Two-Star Flag Officer
Adm. Stephen Koehler, US Pacific Fleet commander, promoted Rear Adm. Brad Collins, Navy Region Hawaiʻi commander, to the rank of Rear Adm. during a ceremony, aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial, Dec 23, 2025.
Is your pet a baller? Enter them in the Mini Hoopers cutest pet contest
One nation. Infinite pets. Only one baller-in-chief. Enter now for a chance to win the $3,000 grand prize and earn your furry family member the title of America’s Cutest Pet baller.
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Hawaii News
New research into Cookiecutter shark bridges Hawai‘i knowledge with modern science
The study analyzed a larger dataset than previous research, examining bite patterns recorded across Hawaiʻi’s longline fisheries over many years.
Navy Region Hawaiʻi Commander promoted to Two-Star Flag Officer
Adm. Stephen Koehler, US Pacific Fleet commander, promoted Rear Adm. Brad Collins, Navy Region Hawaiʻi commander, to the rank of Rear Adm. during a ceremony, aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial, Dec 23, 2025.
LEAP Act would ensure grad students get same borrowing capacity as ‘professional’ students
After the GOP spending bill slashed student loan limits for healthcare professionals, Hawai‘i U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and colleagues introduced the legislation to level the playing field.
Schatz introduces legislation to protect, expand Social Security
More than 280,000 people in Hawai‘i, or more than 1 in 6 residents, rely on Social Security benefits; the SAFE Social Security Act will increase benefits for seniors in Hawai‘i and throughout the United States.
‘Chief of War’ star, respected Kauaʻi cultural practitioner Kaina Makua to give keynote at Toastmasters conference
The Kauaʻi native portrays Kamehameha I in the Apple TV+ series and is co-founder and executive director of West Kauaʻi nonprofit and social enterprise Kumano I Ke Ala, where he leads initiatives dedicated to restoring ancestral relationships to ʻāina through education, food systems revitalization and Hawaiian language immersion.
Big Island News
Business Monday: Ecovillage Tour showcases Big Island’s sustainable farms, communities
Ecovillage Tours will take 12 visitors to eight communities that are off-the-beaten-path to offer vital lessons in indigenous and regenerative farming methods, and communal living.
New research into Cookiecutter shark bridges Hawai‘i knowledge with modern science
The study analyzed a larger dataset than previous research, examining bite patterns recorded across Hawaiʻi’s longline fisheries over many years.
Toastmasters annual conference to feature Kauaʻi cultural practitioner, ‘Chief of War’ star
Kauaʻi native Kaina Makua portrays Kamehameha I in the Apple TV+ series and is co-founder and executive director of West Kauaʻi nonprofit and social enterprise Kumano I Ke Ala, where he leads initiatives dedicated to restoring ancestral relationships to ʻāina through education, food systems revitalization and Hawaiian language immersion.
Maui News
Kamalei Kawaʻa releases debut solo Hawaiian music album, ‘Mānaiakalani’
Maui native Kamalei Kawaʻa sets sail on a new musical voyage with his debut solo Hawaiian music album, "Mānaiakalani" – now available across all digital and streaming platforms, with the official music video for the title track premiering Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025 on YouTube.
Wailuku structure fire near Piʻihana Road extinguished
Maui fire crews extinguished a structure fire near 1673 Piʻihana Road and Imi Kala Street in Wailuku on Sunday. The fire was first reported at 6:45 p.m., and was extinguished just after 9 p.m. on Dec. 28, 2025.
Maui Surf Forecast for December 29, 2025
A large, medium period northwest (330-340 degree) swell is expected to arrive late this evening, and build through Monday. This swell is expected to...
Music fans: Swing in the New Year with Jazz Maui tributes to Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra
Jazz Maui will host its second annual New Year’s Eve Experience from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Maui Ku’ia Estate Chocolate Factory in Lahaina. The event serves as a fundraiser for Jazz Maui’s music education programs and features a tribute to jazz legends Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra. The performance will be […]
