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Concerning thefts of golf carts have returned at Aloha Stadium
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Concerning thefts of golf carts have returned at Aloha Stadium. Stadium Manager Ryan Andrews says that in the past couple of weeks youths from the nearby housing areas in Halawa have stolen six golf carts. Andrews revealed this incident in Thursday’s Aloha Stadium Authority meeting, and...
Jake Shimabukuro and Mick Fleetwood team up for new album
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Ukulele Virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro is teaming up with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Mick Fleetwood for a new album titled “Blues Experience.”. The record’s debut single is titled “Rollin and Tumblin.”. The 10-track collection includes covers of classic songs and an original song,...
PinkLimoKona Blue’s Brudda’s cruise Kona Town
HONOLULU (HI Now) - PinkLimoKona’s mission is to be the premier choice for luxurious transportation, offering unparalleled service for a variety of special events, including weddings, birthdays, and other occasions across the enchanting landscape of the Big Island of Hawaii. We strive to deliver an experience of elegance and sophistication, ensuring our clients arrive in style and making memories to tuck in your heart!
Moanalua Valley Park reopens during Haʻikū Stairs demolition pause
The Moanalua Valley Neighborhood Park has reopened to the public after being closed for over a month. The City and County of Honolulu closed the park in mid-June to deflect hikers from using the trailhead to access the illegal Ha‘ikū Stairs during its deconstruction. Other trails to access...
New cohort of teachers hone skills through UH ethnomathematics program
The sixth cohort of the world’s first graduate certificate in ethnomathematics education, comprising teachers from across Hawaiʻi and the US continent, recently completed a week of educational immersion activities. They join more than 100 undergraduate STEM and pre-service educators and more than 200 P–20 public, public charter, and...
HAWAII FOOTBALL PRESEASON NOTES & PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
Head coach Timmy Chang begins his third season at his alma mater, where he has compiled an 8-18 career mark and 5-11 in Mountain West play. UH will play a 12-game schedule for the first time since 2017 (not counting 2020 COVID season). Five opponents played in bowl games last season and the Warriors will play the Mountain West’s last three champions – Boise State (2023), Fresno State (2022), and Utah State (2021).
Storm Water Heroes: A Guide to Healthy Yard Care
HONOLULU (HI Now) - Storm Water Quality Division’s (SWQ) mission is to empower and provide guidance on minimizing our impact on water quality in order to protect public health and the environment. SWQ works with City departments as well as public businesses, agencies, and individuals to foster shared responsibility for protection of our wai (water).
Honolulu Prosecutor’s Push for a Different Kind of Probation Fails to Win Over Critics
(AP) – Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Steve Alm hopes to quickly reinstate HOPE probation in his second term. Alm is running uncontested for reelection this year and said the probation model ensures predictable and immediate sanctions for those who violate their conditions. HOPE stands for Hawaii’s Opportunity Probation with Enforcement. The state largely stopped using HOPE during the Covid-19 pandemic because of the court’s reluctance to place more people in jail where the virus could easily spread. Alm swears by its strength and says he’s determined to bring it back, despite studies that have emerged in recent years showing varying results. While some studies showed the program had positive results, others found it didn’t reduce recidivism.
Four Rainbow Wahine Sailors Earn Academic Accolades
The Intercollegiate Sailing Association announced its All-Academic Team for 2023-24 with four members of the University of Hawaii sailing team gaining distinction. Vivian Bonsager, Malia Johnson, Anna Kalabukhova and Mercy Tangredi were among the 290 sailors selected nationally for their accomplishments both on the water and in the classroom. The ICSA All-Academic Sailing Team recognizes juniors and seniors who participated in seven regattas during the season and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale. It was the second straight year that Tangredi, a physics major, earned the distinction. The two-time all-PCCSC skipper sailed in eight...
New Faculty Highlight: Brent Cowley
Brigham Young University–Hawaii is happy to welcome Dr. Brent Cowley as a new assistant professor in the Communication, Media, and Culture Program, starting in the Fall 2024 Semester. Previously teaching as a visiting assistant professor, Dr. Cowley's new role will allow him to contribute to the program in new ways and further the knowledge of BYU–Hawaii students in all types of media and cultures.
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