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Social work alumna shines spotlight on Micronesian culture
Kathlina Martin, an alumna of the Thompson School of Social Work & Public Health at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, is helping to bring Micronesian culture to global audiences through her involvement with TeAda Productions, a traveling theatre company. Martin’s connection to theater emerged from her desire...
UH helps Hawaiʻi speed toward high-speed internet for all
The State of Hawaiʻi was allocated more than $149 million to deploy or upgrade high-speed internet networks to ensure that everyone has access to reliable, affordable, high-speed Internet service. The University of Hawaiʻi was tapped to lead parts of the Connect Kākou effort in the state that will leverage...
Summer medical program inspires future physicians
Eighty-two high school students participated in the weeklong Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Summer Program hosted by the University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM) in July. Since 2013, the program has offered hands-on learning for students in grades 10–12 across the state who are interested in healthcare careers.
Catch Mark Mauricio’s Magic Live Shows in Kapolei and Honolulu
Magic enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The mesmerizing Mark Mauricio returns with his Magic Live show, captivating audiences at the Residence Inn and Dave & Busters. Mark joined Kelly on Living808 to give us a preview of his act. Mark Mauricio, renowned for his Rubik’s Cube magic, has a fascinating backstory....
DECK Honors Local Businesses and Debuts New Cocktails and Mocktails
Honolulu (KHON2) – DECK in Waikiki is offering new cocktails along with an upcoming event to support local businesses. The Aloha Iho Market will be hosted on September 8th from 11AM to 2PM in its private lanai venue, located right beside the main DECK restaurant. “The month of September...
Months-long wait likely in store for Hawaii's Ching Complex likeness in College Football 25
University of Hawaii football aficionados who booted up EA Sports College Football 25 this week noticed something amiss with their team in the first entry of the popular video game franchise in more than a decade. UH, one of 134 Football Bowl Subdivision teams featured in the game, plays its...
Honolulu mayor, DTS highlight Kekaulike Mall improvements
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi and the City Department of Transportation Services met at noon on Friday to review enhancements made at Kekaulike Mall in Chinatown. Some of the improvements include: Additionally, the existing community dragon decal will be relocated to the center of Kekaulike Mall.
Honolulu Natives Maggie Hoe & Katarina Brajovic Added to Women’s Tennis Roster
STOCKTON, Calif. – A pair of student-athletes were added to the 2024-25 women's tennis roster with the announcements of incoming freshmen Maggie Hoe and Katarina Brajovic. Both will come with four years of eligibility remaining after stellar high school careers in the Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH). "We are excited to welcome Maggie and Kat to our tennis program. They are going to bring some fresh energy to the team. Both players are hard workers and are eager to play tennis here," said first-year head coach Mary Beth Gunn. Hoe competed at Mid-Pacific Institute and was a three-time All-IHL honoree...
Amended sewer service status announced for several areas of Lahaina, Maui
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management’s Wastewater Reclamation Division announced that it has amended the Sewer Service Status from “red,” which indicates a property does not currently have active sewer service, to “green,” meaning the sewer service is active for a property, in the following areas:
Webinar for Lahaina homeowners impacted by wildfire to be held July 25
Lahaina homeowners impacted by the August 2023 wildfire are encouraged to attend the County of Maui Office of Recovery’s Homeowners Webinar on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Officials will discuss topics related to rebuilding and housing including permitting, temporary structures, permanent housing, interim housing, and financial assistance...
Costly road damage from fire cleanup leaves Kula residents searching for answers
Huge potholes. Torn-up concrete. Hardly any road left. That’s how some Kula residents described their roads after the fire debris cleanup process wrapped up. Donna Waters lives on Alanuilili Place, a private, dead-end street with a handful of homes. Residents are normally responsible for road maintenance and she said the road was not built for the heavy machinery involved in the fire cleanup process.
After 180 days Maui wildfire debris dumpsite shows no signs of environmental impact
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - After 180 days, the temporary dump site for Maui wildfire debris is still showing no signs of environmental impact, according to Maui County’s second quarterly report. Officials say 300,000 tons of ash and debris from nearly 1,400 Lahaina properties have been dropped off at the Olowalu...
Carrie Underwood Soaks Up the Sun in Hawaii [Photos]
Over the weekend, Carrie Underwood played her first-ever shows in Hawaii -- and she made sure to have some fun in the sun while she was in town. The singer shared several social media snaps featuring herself and her band frolicking by the water during their downtime. The crew rocked matching Hawaiian shirts and posed for beachside photos: They even made a human pyramid in one shot.
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