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Potential $85M from NASA for UH Hilo management of Maunakea telescope
The University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy (IfA) has been selected by NASA to continue to operate the agency’s Infrared Telescope Facility (IRTF) on Maunakea, a primary asset in NASA’s planetary defense system. NASA made the announcement in a June 30 news release. Among its many science...
Keiki Makers Market happening this weekend
Student entrepreneurs in grades K-12 will be selling their own business products at the Children's Discovery Center. From jewelry and clothes to stickers and home decor, your support will help them grow as both business owners and the upcoming generation of leaders.
Hawai‘i Island police seek help finding missing woman
Hawai‘i Island police seek the public’s help in finding a woman who was last seen in downtown Hilo on the Fourth of July. Sun Popovich, 26, was last seen at around 8 p.m. She is Native American, 5 feet 4 inches tall and 140 pounds. Authorities have not provided a photo at this time.
Night 2 of Ala Moana Center Independence Day Concert Draws Over 7K Fans
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Over 7,000 music fans packed Ala Moana Center for the second night of the Independence Day Concert. This year, in lieu of traditional fireworks, Ala Moana Center opted for a concert that showcased local talent and brought the community together. Living 808’s Mikey Monis electrified the crowd, setting the tone for a […]
High School Surf Teams Receive Big Donations and Compete in The Nationals!
Hawaiian surfing is a way of life that transcends sports by combining family, culture, and community. The North Shore of Oahu is the world’s greatest surfing arena featuring the seven-mile miracle. Although surfing is a high school sport in the State of Hawaii the surf teams are not funded...
Bring your projects to the next level at Entrepreneur Sandbox
HONOLULU (HI Now) - The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation established the Entrepreneurs Sandbox as a shared workspace for local startups and entrepreneurs five years ago. Today, it’s blossomed into a game-changer for entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals. Here’s why it’s so special: every space is equipped with top-notch presentation tools, high speed Wi-Fi, and on-site professional support. Whether you’re a member or not, you can book a room that fits your needs perfectly.
Hawaii’s Skye Realin wins U-23 Pan-American Wrestling Championship
Kamehameha grad, Skye Realin continues to make a name for herself on the wrestling mat. Realin competed in the U-23 Pan American Wrestling Championships in Columbia. The Hawaii wrestler competed in the 59kg Women’s bracket and came in as the 6th seed into the tournament. The standout wrestler taking down every opponent in her path, […]
Moanalua’s Rehieum Lee named All-American at USATF National Youth Outdoor Championships
Moanalua senior, Rahieum Lee traveled to New York to compete in the USATF National Youth Outdoor Championships in late June. Lee competed in the 800 meter run in the Men’s 17-18 bracket. In his 2nd straight year at the championships, the Hawaii high school standout was determined to improve on his last years 8th place […]
Despite life-changing diagnosis, this golfer proves a little drive goes a long way
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - When Amanda Cunha steps onto a golf course, every swing is the product of pure instinct — a natural feel for the game that’s taken years to achieve. “I’d take her to the driving range with me to get me out of the house,” said...
73 UH Mānoa student-athletes land on academic All-Big West list
A total of 73 University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa student-athletes earned academic All-Big West honors for spring sports during the 2024 season. The sports included are baseball, beach volleyball, men’s golf, women’s golf, softball, men’s tennis, women’s tennis, women’s track and field, men’s volleyball and women’s water polo.
9 ‘Bows earn national scholar honors
Nine members of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa swimming and diving teams earned recognition on the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America’s (CSCAA) Scholar-America Team for the 2023–24 season. The Rainbow Wahine placed five swimmers and divers on the NCAA Division I women’s...
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