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4.1 magnitude earthquake rattles Kilauea south of Fern Forest
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A 4.1 magnitude earthquake rattled Kilauea south of Fern Forest at 8:47 p.m. on Saturday. There are three aftershocks reported in a similar area within 10 minutes. Other aftershocks are possible. There will be no damage to buildings or infrastructure expected based on earthquake intensity. For updated information visit NOAA’s Tsunami Warning […]
Rep. Tokuda tours fire-ravaged Lahaina as process begins for National Heritage Area designation
US Rep. Jill Tokuda journeyed into Lahaina’s rich historic and cultural past with an eye on its future Wednesday. The representative of Hawaiʻi’s second congressional district rode a shuttle bus through nearly deserted streets, amid fire-ravaged building ruins and metal shells of vehicles. She was accompanied by Native Hawaiian kupuna, cultural practitioners and others passionate about preserving the history of the former Hawaiian kingdom capital as it recovers from the Aug. 8 wildfires. The Lahaina disaster claimed 102 lives and destroyed more than 2,000 buildings, mostly homes, making thousands homeless.
Candidate Q&A: Kauai County Council — Arryl Kaneshiro
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Aug. 10 Primary 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 Arryl Kaneshiro, candidate for Kauai County Council. The top 14 primary vote-getters advance...
High School Surf Teams Receive Big Donations and Compete in The Nationals!
Hawaiian surfing is a way of life that transcends sports by combining family, culture, and community. The North Shore of Oahu is the world’s greatest surfing arena featuring the seven-mile miracle. Although surfing is a high school sport in the State of Hawaii the surf teams are not funded...
Night 2 of Ala Moana Center Independence Day Concert Draws Over 7K Fans
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Over 7,000 music fans packed Ala Moana Center for the second night of the Independence Day Concert. This year, in lieu of traditional fireworks, Ala Moana Center opted for a concert that showcased local talent and brought the community together. Living 808’s Mikey Monis electrified the crowd, setting the tone for a […]
Exciting Career Opportunities at the Department of Environmental Services
Kelly headed over to Kapolei Hale to speak with Roger Babcock Jr., Director of the Department of Environmental Services (ENV), about exciting new job opportunities within the department. The ENV is hosting a rapid hiring event for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee positions, providing an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a rewarding career in public service.
SAVING THE WAIALUA SUGAR BUILDING UPDATE
The first six months of this year have been very busy, but very gratifying! We received a grant from the Cooke Foundation to obtain a computer, museum software and other equipment to set up an exhibit/heritage center in the Waialua Agriculture Building. Our plan is to open the exhibit December 7th this year.
Biden expected to make decision about future in ‘next couple of days,’ Hawaii governor says
President Joe Biden could determine his political future within the next couple of days, according to a Democratic governor. The entire world is anxiously awaiting whether Biden decides to stay in the 2024 presidential race as the Democratic nominee or chooses to drop out and let someone replace him atop the ticket. Speculation has swirled […]
808 Craft and Gift Fairs at the Pearl City Shopping Center this Sunday, July 7
Join us for First Sundays at Pearl City Shopping Center It’s. Christmas in July which means amazing specials and fukubukuro all month long with participating vendors 10am – 2:30pm. Sunday July 07, 2024!. Pearl City Shopping Center, first Sunday of every month. 35+ vendors downstairs in the covered...
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