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Hilo Airport Runway Work Set For Next Week
HILO, Hawaiʻi - The primary Hilo Airport runway will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., from Monday, August 19th through Thursday, August 22nd. (BIVN) – The primary runway at the Hilo International Airport will be closed next week during the night. The Hawaiʻi Department of...
Va'a World Championship draws record number of paddlers to Hilo
Nearly 3,000 paddlers from around the world will gather in Hilo this week for the Va’a World Sprint Championships. The event normally takes place every two years and this year, participation is at a record-setting number. Nearly 30 counties will be represented at the races. “Hawaiʻi is an ancestral...
Two teens hospitalized following shooting in Waianae
HONOLULU (KHON2) — According to sources, a male has been hospitalized with a gunshot wound in Waianae on Thursday, August 15. This comes just one day after an officer-involved shooting in Waianae Wednesday, August 14. Police said multiple victims were injured. A 19-year-old male made his was to an Emergency Medical Services unit. EMS said […]
Honolulu named most desirable place to live 2nd year in a row
For the second year in a row, Honolulu has been named the most desirable place to live in the U.S. The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Livability Index analyzed 173 cities worldwide based on 30 categories of living standards. Honolulu received high marks for infrastructure, stability, education, natural beauty and...
Honolulu Community College gets $75K grant from rock band Metallica's foundation
Honolulu Community College has been selected as the first college in Hawai‘i to be part of the Metallica Scholars Initiative. The college will use the $75,000 grant to give scholarships to selected students studying aeronautics, electrical work and music production. “This prestigious recognition affirms our commitment to providing top-tier...
Lahaina Community Land Trust secures first piece of land to steward in Lahaina hands
The Lahaina Community Land Trust (LCLT) has secured its first parcel of community-owned land, that will be held in Lahaina hands forever, for the benefit of the local community for generations to come. The property at 1651 Lokia Street was secured by the LCLT in partnership with The Conservation Fund, a national land conservation organization.
2024 Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Watch List
Honolulu, HI (August 15, 2024) – The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame announced today the 2024 Watch List for the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award. The Award is presented annually to the most outstanding college football player of Polynesian ancestry that epitomizes great ability and integrity. The Watch List is composed of 96 players from 37 different FBS schools.
Join Us for the First-Ever HONOLULU Restaurant Week Presented By First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard®
Calling all foodies: Get ready for the first-ever HONOLULU Restaurant Week presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard®!. This year, we’re jumpstarting the holidays with nine days of delicious deals. From Nov. 9 through 17, 2024, participating restaurants across O‘ahu will be offering prix fixe menus for lunch or dinner at special Restaurant Week prices. This a once-a-year event is your chance to dine at new spots, return to old favorites or sample new dishes. No tickets or passes required.
August Shopping: 9 New & Coming Soon Stores on O‘ahu
Opened on Aug. 2 at Ward Village, Broome Street General Store’s new pop-up brings all the fabulous home, beauty, accessory and pantry finds that we loved from its Waikīkī location to a 1,335-square-foot storefront in trendy Kaka‘ako. In addition to global finds, expect totes, tees, jewelry and a range of herbs and spices exclusive to the Ward location. The shop also includes a matcha and coffee bar, and offers a café-style brunch menu on the weekends. Check out the write-up on our sister site Frolic for details on all the yummy eats.
A look inside Hawaii’s Worlds Pokemon Center for those who couldn’t attend
The Pokémon World Championships 2024 is underway in Honolulu, Hawaii, and like previous years, it sports an exclusive pop-up Pokémon Center store filled to the brim with items that can only be bought for attendees and locals. Hawaii isn’t exactly a local or affordable place for many people...
Lahaina fire survivor sells coconuts to rebuild his house
Koli Hafoka sells coconuts on the side of the highway. His table is lined with cut pineapple and mango in Ziploc bags and he has a trunk of coconuts, two large knives and a bundle of straws. People pull over on the side of the road to buy from Hafoka, and others honk and roll down their windows to shout their support. The Maui native’s home was destroyed in the blaze last August.
Linx Hawaiʻi brings custom jewelry to Queen Kaʻahumanu Center
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center welcomes Linx Hawaiʻi, a unique jewelry boutique founded by local entrepreneur Nicole Ibarra. Linx Hawaiʻi offers an “ultimate permanent jewelry experience,” specializing in custom-designed pieces that cater to individual style and preference, according to an announcement. Linx Hawaiʻi provides a range of...
Gunfire in Honolulu Leaves Multiple Injured with Suspect Dead and Community in Shock
Tragedy unfolded in Honolulu as multiple individuals were grievously wounded by gunfire. The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) reported that officers were dispatched to a residence on Puhinalo Place just after 6 p.m. yesterday, upon receiving calls about the incident. According to the brief details shared on the Honolulu Police Department (Official Site) Facebook page, a male suspect involved in the shooting was pronounced dead at the scene.
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