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Tali Hakas rejoins Hawaii women's volleyball team in time for 2024 opener against SMU
HONOLULU — Tali Hakas just made it from half a world away. The Hawaii sophomore hitter arrived back in the islands late Wednesday night ready to get back into the swing of collegiate competition fresh off a stint with Israel’s national team. But will there be enough time...
Royal Lahaina Resorts & Bungalows reopens
The historic Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows on Maui has officially reopened. Following the 2023 Lahaina wildfires, Royal Lahaina paused operations to support the community and house displaced residents. Exactly one year later, the 27-acre oceanfront resort reopens its doors with the debut of two new culinary venues: Lahaina Noon, a vibrant oceanfront restaurant, and Pineapple Moon, a relaxed poolside bar. These spaces are conceptualized by TableOne Hospitality under the direction of restaurateur Patric Yumul.
Hawaii soccer team grounded by Air Force in 4th straight loss
WAIPAHU, Hawaii — The Hawaii soccer team never got off the ground against Air Force on Thursday night. The Falcons of the Mountain West Conference were in control of the action early and put in two first-half goals, then relegated the Rainbow Wahine to their fourth straight shutout defeat, 3-0 at Waipio Peninsula Soccer Stadium.
Overnight Safe Space, Malama ‘Ohana Kitchen Dedicated In Hilo
HILO, Hawaiʻi - The Hawaiʻi island community celebrated the opening of two new resources to help care for Hawaiʻi Island’s homeless population. (BIVN) – The community gathered Friday to celebrate the opening of The Salvation Army’s Hilo Overnight Safe Space and Malama ‘Ohana Kitchen Trailer in Hilo.
New ‘Road’ into the Ala Wai
In the early-1900s, Lucius Pinkham, then President of the Territorial Board of Health and later Governor, developed the idea of constructing a drainage canal to drain the wetlands, which he considered “unsanitary.” This called for the construction of a canal to reclaim the marshland. The Waikīkī Reclamation District...
Candidate Q&A: Maui County Council Kahului District — Carol Lee Kamekona
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Nov. 5 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 Carol Lee Kamekona, candidate for Maui County Council Kahului District. The other candidate...
Candidate Q&A: Kauai County Council — Abe Apilado Jr.
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Nov. 5 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 Abe Apilado Jr., candidate for Kauai County Council. The other candidates for seven...
Gina Young Wants To ‘Fix The System’ If Confirmed As East Maui Water Board Director
Gina Young has a few more hurdles to clear but is on track to become the East Maui Water Authority’s first executive director, charged with negotiating the public acquisition of long-term water leases that have been privately held since the plantation era. She received unanimous support by the board...
Suspect in Ewa Beach vehicular double homicide turns himself in
PEARL CITY, Hawaii (Island News) -- Jonah Moya turned himself in at the Pearl City police station for the Ewa Beach double fatality in March and was booked for two charges of negligent homicide. Moya was charged and released on bail for $10,000 on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024 after posting...
Developer outlines plan for new residential units at Oahu's Turtle Bay
KAHUKU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Utah-based developer said its plans to build new residential units on Oahu’s North Shore will follow conservation guidelines for the area. Arete Collective purchased 65 acres of land from the Turtle Bay Resort in April. It said it has already begun work on the first phase of its project, four low-rise buildings with 20 residential units.
Kapena kicks off 40th anniversary tour with special proclamation
The celebrated Hawaiian music group Kapena is marking its 40th anniversary with a reunion tour, having thrilled audiences with their unique mix of traditional Hawaiian and contemporary music since their formation in 1985.
Rainbow Wahine Fall to Air Force
WAIPAHU, Hawai'i – The Hawai'i women's soccer team opened the OUTRIGGER No Ka Oi with a 3-0 loss to Air Force Thursday at Waipi'o Peninsula Soccer Stadium. Despite out-shooting the Falcons, 19-11, the Rainbow Wahine couldn't climb out of an early hole and dropped their fourth straight match while also being held scoreless for the fourth straight contest. The Falcons jumped out to an early lead with a pair of goals in the first 20 minutes. Mai Mateaki made it 1-0, Falcons in the seventh minute with a goal off of a cross from Chase Borntreger. Mateaki struck again in...
Anchorage’s Mai Mateaki scores twice to power Air Force’s 3-0 win at Hawaii
When she was in high school, former Dimond soccer star Mai Mateaki carved out a reputation for being a great scorer. In her third college game Thursday for the Air Force Academy, she carved up the Hawaii defense. Some things never change. The freshman from Anchorage bagged her first two...
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