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HI Now Daily (July 26, 2024)
HONOLULU (HI Now) - On today’s episode of HI Now Daily, we’re back at the annual Queen Liliʻuokalani Keiki Hula Competition to interview the 2024 Miss & Master Keiki Hula. Plus, we’re in the studio to learn more about a benefit concert featuring the music of ABBA!
Puna Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Attempted Meth Distribution Mo‘oheau Bandstand
56 year-old Pio Kapeli of Puna was sentenced to ten years in prison for attempted distribution of. Yesterday, Kapeli, who remained in custody in lieu of $221,000.00 bail throughout the pendency of his proceedings, appeared in Hilo Circuit Court for sentencing. At the time of the commission of the meth...
Kona Affordable Housing Development Application Period Opens Today
A waiting list for Kauhale I Ke Kula Uka, formerly known as the Kaloko Heights Affordable Housing Project, in Kailua-Kona opens today. Nonprofit developer Hawaiʻi Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC) through property manager Hawaii Affordable Properties, Inc., (HAPI) will accept applications through Monday, August 12, 2024. Following the application...
$2.4M federal grant boosts UH’s AI-driven farm irrigation system
A University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa-led project using artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize farming irrigation practices has received a $2.4 million grant from the US Department of Agriculture. UH reports this initiative represents a significant step toward sustainable water use in Hawaiʻi‘s agricultural sector. “This technology...
Annual fentanyl and addiction summit aims to tackle opioid crisis
HILO, Hawaii — The Hawaii Island Fentanyl Task Force announced the 3rd Annual Hawaii Fentanyl and Addictions Summit will be held at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on August 5 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Since its inception in 2022, this premiere event has brought together stakeholders from varying...
Kapa‘a and Waimea swimming pools to resume regular hours July 30
The Kapa‘a and Waimea swimming pools will resume their regular hours starting July 30, according to the county of Kaua‘i Department of Parks and Recreation. Wednesday: 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. adult swim, 9:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. open swim;. Thursday: 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. adult swim, 9:30 a.m....
Military Forces Practice Coastal Combat at Bellows During RIMPAC
At this year's iteration of the exercise Rim of the Pacific, service members from countries in Asia, the Pacific islands and Latin America have joined American Marines in training around Bellows Beach, practicing amphibious fighting tactics. On Saturday, a combined force of U.S. Marines and troops from Peru, Tonga, Sri...
Lawmaker Posts Rare Win For Injured Workers — And Pushes For More
Following a rare win for injured workers this past legislative session, a Hawaii lawmaker is pushing for more reforms to the state’s workers’ compensation system, in an effort that has support from diverse stakeholders. As chairman of the House Labor and Government Operations Committee, Rep. Scot Matayoshi is...
Missing Man Found Safe in Hilo as Search Continues for 66-Year-Old Iris Kalanui
In a turn of relief amid concerns, the Hawaii Police Department confirmed that Shadrach Unea, a 39-year-old man previously reported missing, was found in good health in Hilo on July 29. The update, as shared on a Nixle alert, provided a resolution to the tense search since his disappearance. However,...
Police seek driver in critical hit-and-run on Farrington Highway
Police are looking for the driver in a critical hit-and-run in Waianae. The incident happened around 5:30 Monday evening on Farrington Highway. H-P-D says the driver was traveling westbound, east of Alawa Place, when they suddenly switched lanes, causing a 53-year-old moped rider to crash.
Pukalani Superette donates school supplies in 6th annual event
For a sixth year, Pukalani Superette has completed a school supply donation to Pukalani Elementary School’s entire fourth grade class. This means that the first class that received a donation is now starting high school. Megan Nakashima, President of Pukalani Superette said, “We wanted a way provide support to...
Unleash your inner artist with Gdolce at MAC Pro Ala Moana
HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s National Lipstick Day! So, KHON2.com hopped over to MAC Pro Ala Moana to learn more about this surprisingly historical item. Gdolce, a skilled makeup artist. Let’s dive into the world of makeup artistry and learn some exciting tips and stories from G. Gdolce’s journey to becoming a makeup artist began with […]
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