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Supporting Local at Bloomingdale’s: A Unique Shopping Experience
Kelly headed over to Bloomingdale’s at Ala Moana Center to meet with Lieu Tran, General Manager of Bloomingdale’s, and Cameron Wahineokai, Founder of Iiwi Kona Coffee Co. and House of Aloha Market Place. They discussed an exciting local pop-up events that Bloomingdale’s hosts every third Friday and Saturday of the month.
UH reports progress in presidential search
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The University of Hawaii (UH) reported that its search for a new president is progressing on schedule. The university received over 90 applications for the position. Finalists for the role are expected to be announced next month. The new president will oversee the university’s ten-campus system and succeed David Lassner, who will […]
Film screening in Honolulu explores the importance of childhood literacy
A new documentary film about childhood literacy — and illiteracy — called "The Right to Read" has a screening at the Doris Duke Theatre in Honolulu on Friday. The Conversation spoke with film protagonist Kareem Weaver about the importance of promoting literacy for all children. Weaver is also the co-founder and executive director of FULCRUM, which partners with other organizations to improve childhood reading results.
Racing underway as master and elite teams face off first in IVF World Sprints Championships
Hilo is now at the center of the outrigger canoe racing world as the competition phase of the 2024 IVF World Sprint Championships officially launched just a little later than the planned 8 a.m. start today in Hilo Bay. The 8 days of races kicked off Friday with matchups between...
Faculty Honored for Excellence, Scholarship
The Faculty Institute wrapped up with honors for three faculty members who exemplify the University’s commitment to excellence, innovation and mentorship. Generative AI. Classroom tech. Enhanced teaching tools. Those were just some of the instructional trends and pedagogical approaches that Chaminade professors tackled Aug. 13 as part of a...
Valor Bar: Central Oahu’s Premium Craft Cocktail Bar & Live Music Venue at Pearlridge Center
Honolulu (KHON2) – Valor is an elevated Bar that has recently opened its doors at Pearlridge Center, located on the Wai Makai third level food court, right outside the movie theater. From the smoked Old Fashioned to an espresso martini flight, the menu is designed to captivate both seasoned...
Helix grad participates in world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii – Petty Officer 1st Class Edgar Gomez, a native of San Diego, California, serves aboard USS William P. Lawrence, a U.S. Navy warship operating out of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and participating in the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in and around the Hawaiian Is¬lands.
PanaʻEwa Zoo Urges the Public to Refrain from Feeding Animals
The Department of Parks and Recreation and Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens staff are urging the public to refrain from feeding zoo animals. It is against zoo rules to feed the animals for the following reasons:. The animals at the zoo are on monitored diets carefully designed by zoo...
Hemp farmers want more input on needs and recommendations to grow industry
The Hawaiʻi Hemp Task Force has packed its schedule for the rest of the month with meetings to better understand the local hemp industry. Since May, the group has met six times and is set to dissolve at the end of the month. However, farmers in the task force...
Transforming Education: UH Hilo’s journey to integrate Indigenous ʻike
This summer, a group of faculty and staff from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and Hawaiʻi Community College embarked on a transformative journey to Molokaʻi. The huakaʻi (trip), part of UH Hilo’s Uluākea program, featured immersive activities from ʻāina (land) to sea and served as a professional development retreat that deeply engaged participants in Native Hawaiian culture and ʻike (knowledge).
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...
President’s August BOR report: UH-bound Lahainaluna grads, UH governor award nominee, enrollment latest
President David Lassner updated the latest enrollment numbers for the upcoming fall 2024 semester, including positive news regarding Lahainaluna High School graduates, during his monthly report to the Board of Regents at the August 15 meeting at UH Maui College. Lassner also announced the UH nominee for the Governor’s Awards...
Hawaii Gets a Little SSW Swell for Everyone
Persistent ENE tradewinds provide favorable conditions. Additional swell expected through the end of the month. Fun surf is on the way for Hawaii’s weekend warriors. It won’t be pumping, but the SSW swell on tap should have enough push for the shortboards heading into next week. Conditions look good too as typical ENE tradewinds blow throughout the run of waves.
Steady Showers to Persist in Honolulu's Windward and Mauka Areas with Occasional Leeward Spillover
Trade winds are expected to keep bringing showers to the windward and mauka areas of the Hawaiian Islands, with occasional rain reaching leeward regions, especially at night and early morning. This weather pattern is likely to continue over the next few days, according to The National Weather Service's latest forecast for Honolulu.
New Appointments for Brent Green and Nancy Tarawhiti
Brigham Young University–Hawaii Academic Vice President Isaiah Walker announced two leadership changes in Academics this week: Dr. Brent Green as the associate academic vice president for accreditation, assessment, and curriculum and Dr. Nancy Tarawhiti as the dean of the Faculty of Education & Social Work. Both appointments are effective August 16.
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