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Hawai‘i rates highly on safety and security according to Visitor Satisfaction and Activity Survey
More than 90% of visitors from all markets rated Hawai‘i as “excellent” or “above average” when it comes to being a safe and secure destination.
Community colleges offering free summer training – careers include esports, tech, more
The training classes offer the chance to upskill and attain industry certifications, opening doors to employment, paid internships and apprenticeships.
Southwest Airlines hosts first mock travel day for families with Autism Moms of Kona
This mock travel day was meant as a fun activity to help children with autism get more comfortable with the process of going through the airport — starting from the ticket counter, to going through security, and agriculture to boarding a plane and ending at baggage claim.
Hawai‘i college student chosen for Dow Jones News Fund internship
Among 86 college students chosen for the program, Tori DeJournett was selected from a pool of more than 1,000 applicants and the only recipient from Hawaiʻi.
Governor Green approves broadband equity access and development state match plan
“In an increasingly interconnected world, access to broadband is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity,” said Governor Green.
Ho‘omalu Ke Kai upcycling washed-up plastic, building beach cleanup stations, more
Using specialty machines, ocean conservation nonprofit Ho‘omalu Ke Kai is building beach cleanup stations using upcycled marine debris.
County officials continuing damage assessments following storm, advises residents to stay informed
Due to a significant decrease in daily reports being submitted, officials believe that the scope of impact has been captured. Therefore, KEMA will be closing the portal on Monday, April 29.
BLNR to decide on Coco Palms land parcels issue
The Friday meeting surrounds two state parcels, measuring 0.12 and 0.855 acres, which are connected to the Coco Palms Resort.
Volcano Watch — Introducing HVO’s new online eruption map
The web map went online back in March to be ready for the next eruption, but most of the sub-layers are currently empty, with the intention that map features will be populated when a new eruption starts at any of Hawaii’s volcanoes.
KKCR, Kaua‘i Resilience Center debut ‘Stay Safe Kaua‘i’ – a show about emergency preparedness
‘Stay Safe Kaua‘i’ debuted a week after heavy rains flooded the Garden Isle, prompting rescues and road closures.
UH-Mānoa gets in the mobile esports game, hosting ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ tourney
Eight college teams from UH-Mānoa, University of Guam, Northern Marianas College and Brigham Young University-Hawaiʻi recently battled it out for the Aloha Collegiate Cup in the ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ event
AARP expert warns Hawaiʻi homeowners to beware of contractor fraud
“Disasters unfortunately attract crooked contractors,” said Greenwood, who spoke at AARP Hawai`i Fight Fraud Together seminars in Kona and Hilo this week.
Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Big Island park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.
Lydgate Beach Park, Kamalani Playground to reopen Thursday
However, the Kaua’i County Department of Parks and Recreation reports Morgan’s Ponds will remain closed until further notice.
Final version of FY 2024-25 state budget bill approved by Senate, House committees
The supplemental spending plan for fiscal year 2024-25 incudes an operating budget of $10,395,945,997 in general funds and $19,209,528,184 through all funding methods.
State Land Board to consider more than $3M in fines in death of Laysan albatross, destruction of native bee habitat on O‘ahu
The board on Friday will consider whether to approve the fines levied against several North Shore property owners.
State ranks among best for quality Pre-K programs; however, near bottom for access
The National Institute for Early Education Research 2023 State of Preschool report revealed the state ranks 44th for enrollment of 4-year-olds and 31st for 3-year-olds.
Kaua‘i community groups, old and new, throw Earth Day party at Anahola Beach Park
The newly-formed Mens Empowerment Gathering Alliance helmed the ocean conservation event featuring music, a cleanup and more.
Real Property Assessments, Collections Office will close early on April 25
Normal hours of operation at the Real Property Assessment and Collections divisions are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Two Hawai‘i Island businesses partner to create the low-methane burger
The Ola Brew taprooms in Hilo and Kona will offer the Smash Burger — Earth Day edition — while supplies last.
