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Volcano Watch: A‘o pū mākou: We learn together with PIPES
Volcano Watch is a weekly article and activity update written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates. This week’s article was written by HVO geologist Kendra J. Lynn and University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo geology professor Lis Gallant. The Pacific Internship Programs for Exploring Science...
County schedules for Statehood Day
Statehood Day is on Friday. The holiday commemorates the anniversary of the state's 1959 admission to the United States of America. It is always celebrated on the third Friday in August. City and County of Honolulu closures. The City and County of Honolulu offices will be closed on Friday, Aug....
A Hawaii man faces charges for killing 25 seagulls on Long Beach
A Hawaii man is facing reckless driving and felony animal cruelty charges after purposely driving a rental Jeep Wrangler into a flock of birds on Long Beach on July 27. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) sent those recommendations to Pacific County prosecutors two weeks ago after completing their investigation.
First Alert Forecast: Breezy winds with scattered showers expected through the weekend
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Gentle to locally breezy trade winds will strengthen to breezy levels and expand Friday and persist through most of next week. Shower coverage will fluctuate as areas of enhanced moisture moves through the state from east to west. Generally, showers will typically favor windward and mauka locations...
DOT announces $566M for airport modernization
On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded nearly 300 grants in 47 states to modernize airports. The DOT said $566.4 million in Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, were part of the $25 billion included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for airport and air traffic control infrastructure improvements. AIG funds can […] The post DOT announces $566M for airport modernization appeared first on Transportation Today.
UH Maui College culinary team’s fire relief efforts earn nomination for governor award
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College culinary team is this year’s UH nominee for the Governor’s Award for Distinguished State Service for launching a food hub less than a day after the devastating August 8 Lahaina wildfire that ultimately fed tens of thousands of people. The award for state executive branch employees and managers is given to those who exemplify the highest caliber of public service and dedication to serving the people of Hawaiʻi. The selection was announced by UH President David Lassner at the August 15 meeting of the UH Board of Regents at UH Maui College and recognized members of the team in person.
Matsui family reflects on closing the last Petland retail location
The local, family-owned Petland is closing its final location in Kahala over 80 years after its founder started out selling goldfish in a wheelbarrow up and down Chinatown. Born and raised in Hawaiʻi, founder Jiro Matsui was a decorated member of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team during World War II.
Rest In Power: Notable Black Folks Who We’ve Lost In 2024
While death is inevitably a part of life, that truth doesn’t make it any easier to say goodbye to those who have died in our Black culture. The post Rest In Power: Notable Black Folks Who We’ve Lost In 2024 appeared first on Black America Web. The post Rest In Power: Notable Black Folks Who We’ve Lost In 2024 appeared first on 105.3 RnB.
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