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Experience the best of Maui at the OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Hotel
HONOLULU (HI Now) - Escape to OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort and discover authentic Hawaiian culture and hospitality on Maui’s world-famous Ka’anapali Beach. Dive deep into an ocean of activities like snorkeling, paddle boarding, catamaran cruises and more on the #1 Beach in the World. Enjoy live music nightly, learn the hula, make a lei, strum an ukulele, and delight in Hawaiian storytelling at Maui’s most authentic resort.
Aspiring teachers can 'earn and learn' under new state apprenticeship program
Hawaiʻi is getting $4.9 million for a program to recruit and retain teachers. The money is from a federally funded State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) grant to launch an “earn-and-learn” program to mentor students to become teachers. “The reality is Hawaiʻi has faced a teacher shortage for...
Honolulu Officials In 2004 Had A Vision Of The City In 20 Years. The Reality Looks Much Different
Kuakini and Liliha streets are not as lively as planners in 2004 envisioned they could be. (Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024) The City and County of Honolulu is updating its development planning document for the island’s primary urban center, which stretches from Pearl City to Kahala. More trees, better beach access...
Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Gary Napoleon Jr.
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Nov. 8 General Election, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected. The following came from Gary Napoleon Jr., candidate for Hawaii County Council District 2, which covers Hilo...
Hui Makaala Luncheon and Fashion Show
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Love and Vigor was the theme of The Hui Makaala scholarship luncheon and fashion show on Sunday at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki. Okinawan dance and song were showcased at the 53rd annual scholarship fundraiser luncheon. Since it's inception, Hui Makaala has awarded more than $1.3 million dollars to 650 recipients . This year, the non-profit gave 8 Hawaii high school students college scholarships.
Voter Service Centers now officially open
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii’s primary election is less than two weeks away. To help voters, Voter Service Centers have officially opened on Monday. Voters needing to register, update their personal information or vote can now do so in person. As of last week, over 470,000 ballot packets were mailed out to Oahu voters, according to […]
Honolulu residents invited to give feedback on urban development plan
Care about the future of Honolulu? City leaders want input on how to spend taxpayer funds on future developments and upgrades from Kahala to Pearl City. The Honolulu City Council Committee on Planning and the Economy is working on the Primary Urban Center Development Plan to outline growth through 2040.
Pearl Harbor National Memorial honors U.S. Coast Guard birthday with celebration
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Are you looking for a perk for active duty and retired U.S. Coast Guard members and their dependents?. On Aug. 3 and 4, they will get a free pass to Pearl Harbor attractions to celebrate the U.S. Coast Guard’s Birthday. Admission will be waived at the...
Waimea + Maui - United in Aloha: A Day of Lokahi Event
Hawaiʻi Island United Way collaborates with Parker Ranch Center for Waimea + Maui - United in Aloha: A Day of Lōkahi Event. Hilo, Hawaii, July 26, 2024 –Hawaiʻi Island United Way (HUIW) and Parker Ranch Center are joining together to offer continuous support and unite the community as we approach the first anniversary of the devasting Maui wildfires. "Waimea + Maui - United in Aloha: A Day of Lōkahi"; is a touching community event to show support for those impacted by the Maui Wildfires.
With primary election fast approaching, Blangiardi rivals lack funds for significant campaigns
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - One of the three people challenging Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi is accusing him of being a bully. The mayor says he’s leadership style includes taking strong stands. With Hawaii’s primary election in less than two weeks, Blangiardi’s opponents have not built competitive campaigns to challenge him....
Hawaii Olympian is proud to be in Paris, guiding the next generation of wrestling champs
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - When stepping up to the biggest stage in international sports, Clarissa Chun understood full well the Olympics are just as much of a mental grind as it is physical. “It is so much energy going on around you and so exciting, such a great experience to want...
Safe space pilot project for youth launches on Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island
The County of Hawai’i Department Human Services announced it has launched its Safe Spaces for Youth pilot project on Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island, a program that is part of a nationwide effort to provide refuge for young people in need. Yellow and black diamond-shaped signs will be...
Drive Safe for a chance to win $1,000!
HONOLULU (HI Now) - Get ready Hawaii! In celebration of Drive Aloha Month this August, DTRIC Insurance has announced the second annual Drive Aloha Challenge, a dynamic competition designed to encourage safer driving habits among our community. DTRIC is on the hunt for Hawai’i’s safest driver, and you could be the one to claim the grand prize of $1,000!
UH Men’s Tennis Welcomes Azuma Visaya: Former UCLA Player Joins 2024-25 Team
University of Hawai'i men's tennis head coach Hendrik Bode has added former UCLA player Azuma Visaya to the 2024-25 Rainbow Warrior roster, marking Visaya's return to his hometown of Honolulu. Visaya, with two years of eligibility remaining, boasts an 18-11 overall singles record over the past two years at UCLA. His achievements include clinching wins and reaching the third round of the ITA Southwest Regional. Coming back to Hawai'i after training in California and attending school in Florida, Visaya, a top recruit, is set to make a significant impact on the team, according to Bode.
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