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Honolulu art exhibit celebrates Looney Tunes creator, legendary animator Chuck Jones
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - It is the first-ever Chuck Jones exhibition in Honolulu, providing art enthusiasts with a unique opportunity to delve into the world of one of animation’s most influential figures. The Gangway Gallery in Kakaako is hosting a new art exhibition celebrating Jones, the legendary Looney Tunes creator...
Wahikuli Wayside Park repairs, beautification activities planned
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation on Friday announced that repairs and beautification activities at Wahikuli Wayside Park in Lahaina are planned for the next three weeks. Efforts will be focused on carrying out routine maintenance needs and making the park safe for all park users. Effective...
New market at Pearlridge supports local businesses
A new market at Pearlridge Center aims to support local businesses by showcasing their unique and handcrafted items made locally. A new market promoting local vendors is coming soon to the Pearlridge Center. A new market promoting local vendors is coming soon to the Pearlridge Center.
Puerto Rican Festival today at Hawaii Plantation Village in Waipahu
The Puerto Rican Festival is set to bring a fun time to the public with various food vendors with traditional Puerto Rican food, performers, and so much more, all happening at the Hawaiian Plantation Village in Waipahu.
Three West Maui Rotary clubs join forces for school supplies drive next weekend
Between July 19 and July 21, three Lahaina Rotary Clubs will collect school supplies and funds for children in need. The collection effort will be held each day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the entrance to the Lahaina Cannery Mall next to Longs Drugs. On Friday, July 19,...
Former UH Maui College librarian recommended to be next Hawaiʻi CC chancellor
Susan Kazama, a former UH Maui College librarian, has been recommended to be the next Hawaiʻi Community College chancellor by University of Hawaiʻi Vice President for Community Colleges Erika Lacro to UH President David Lassner. Her effective date of appointment is July 19, 2024. “Susan Kazama is a...
SFA students research dolphins with drones
HAWAII – Our news partners at KETK report that two students from Stephen F. Austin State University were in Hawaii this summer to do groundbreaking research on dolphins with drones. Seniors Rachel Moore and Callie Lynn were chosen by associate biology professor at SFA, Dr. Jason Bruck to assist with project PHASM (Passive Health Assessment in Sea Mammals) and to help conduct a project to learn how to understand how dolphin whistle transmission is impacted by noise. “My time doing research at Dolphin Quest Hawaii was an incredible experience,” Lynn said. “The acoustic project I had the privilege of working on is something a limited number of people around the world have the ability to do. Not only was I able to participate in the project, but I was empowered to execute each phase on my own, which is a skill that will set me apart from others in my field upon graduation.”
FDA Closes Investigation into E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Walnuts
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Tuesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated its advisory on an E. coli outbreak linked to bulk organic walnuts. The outbreak, traced to Gibson Farms, Inc. of Hollister, California, affected multiple states, prompting a thorough investigation by the FDA, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local partners.
Man found dead with multiple stab wounds near airport, murder investigation opened
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Honolulu Department of Law Enforcement has opened a murder investigation after a man was found dead with multiple stab wounds under the overpass near Rogers Boulevard. Honolulu Police Department said a deputy sheriff found the man just before 7 a.m. before securing the scene. After a preliminary investigation, DLE identified the […]
Philadelphia man shocked to discover true identity after finding himself on a missing kids website
Steve Carter, a Philadelphia-based salesman, had always been curious about his past. He knew he was adopted from an orphanage in Honolulu, Hawaii at the age of four, but the reasons behind it remained a mystery. As he grew older, his desire to uncover his true identity intensified, leading him...
Candidate Q&A: Office Of Hawaiian Affairs Molokai Trustee — Luana Alapa
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Nov. 8 General Election, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected. The following came from Luana Alapa, candidate for Office of Hawaiian Affairs Molokai trustee. The other candidates...
Candidate Q&A: State House District 45 — Christopher Muraoka
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Aug. 10 Primary Election, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected. The following came from Christopher Muraoka, Republican candidate for State House District 45, which covers Waianae and...
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