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April 30, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Hawaiian Islands rate highly on safety and security, according to new visitor survey
More than 90% of visitors from all markets rated Hawai‘i as “excellent” or “above average” when it comes to being a safe and secure destination.
April 30, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Monthly siren and Emergency Alert System test set for Wednesday morning
The all-hazard Outdoor Siren Warning System for Public Safety is one part of the Hawai‘i Statewide Alert and Warning System used to notify the public during emergencies.
April 30, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Kamuela Philharmonic closes out 2023-24 season with ‘POPS!’ this Sunday afternoon
The Philharmonic will perform works by Henry Mancini, Frank Sinatra, Morton Gould, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin and more.
April 30, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Nearly 5 tons in tires removed from Kailua Bay
On Earth Day, April 22, Ocean Defenders Alliance organized the largest cleanup of Kailua Bay where 61 tires were brought to the surface.
April 29, 2024 · 3:58 PM
Update: Hina Lani Street in Kailua-Kona reopens
A vehicle crash near the Ane Keohokalole Highway Intersection requires a detour of traffic.
April 29, 2024 · 2:00 PM
Grammy nominee to perform at free Sustainability Summit celebration on Friday
In addition to live music, attendees will enjoy local food from several of Hawai‘i’s culinary standouts, and more.
April 29, 2024 · 1:22 PM
Temporary closures in effect as earthquakes increase below Kīlauea in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
It is not possible at this time to know if this increase in activity will lead to an eruption in the near future or simply remain confined below ground.
April 29, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Hawai‘i college student recipient of coveted Dow Jones News Fund internship
Among 86 college students chosen for the program, Tori DeJournett was selected from a pool of more than 1,000 applicants and the only recipient from Hawaiʻi.
April 29, 2024 · 10:00 AM
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April 29, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Hilo man sentenced after pleading guilty to drug charge
The 51-year-old pleaded guilty to second-degree attempted promotion of a dangerous drug, a class B felony, and first-degree unauthorized control of a propelled vehicle, a class C felony.
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April 29, 2024 · 5:08 PM HST
Kamuela Philharmonic closes out 2023-24 season with ‘POPS!’ this Sunday afternoon
The Philharmonic will perform works by Henry Mancini, Frank Sinatra, Morton Gould, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin and more.
April 26, 2024 · 2:42 PM HST
Tickets still available for events during annual Big Island Chocolate Festival
The 11th Big Island Chocolate Festival continues this weekend, culminating with the “Mystical Chocolate Masquerade” gala on Saturday at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
April 26, 2024 · 10:30 AM HST
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April 10, 2024 · 12:52 PM HST
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New tourism campaigns launch to stimulate meaningful travel demand in Hawaiʻi
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority has launched new targeted campaigns as part of its global marketing and visitor education efforts. The purpose of these initiatives is to reinvigorate responsible travel demand from key markets around the world to the Hawaiian Islands.
April 30, 2024 · 11:20 AM HST
CLEAR biometric kiosks launch today at Kahului Airport; expected to generate $2.1M in local economic impact
CLEAR, a secure identity company, launched its signature biometric ID verification technology at Maui’s Kahului Airport today. The kiosks are designed to streamline the airport’s security screening experience. CLEAR’s launch at OGG is expected to create 33 jobs and generate approximately $2.1 million annually in local economic impact, according to a company announcement.
April 30, 2024 · 10:51 AM HST
Air Force to hold public scoping meetings for proposed space surveillance project at Haleakalā, Maui
Members of the public are invited to attend one or more of three scoping meetings May 13-15. The proposed facility would consist of up to seven telescopes enclosed in domes that would be constructed on a developed site adjacent to the Haleakalā Observatory. on FAA-managed land.
April 30, 2024 · 10:20 AM HST
Maui visitor arrivals still down in March 2024, but at its highest level since the August 2023 wildfires
There were 206,049 visitors to Maui in March 2024, down significantly compared to 276,485 visitors (-25.5%) in March 2023 and 271,934 visitors (-24.2%) in March 2019, according to preliminary data from the state Department of Business Economic Development and Tourism.
April 30, 2024 · 9:18 AM HST
Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club launches garden grow hub in support of Lahaina reforestation
Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club celebrated the opening of the Manaʻolana Garden with a blessing ceremony on Monday, as part of the recovery and reforestation efforts in Lahaina. The grow hub, created in partnership with Treecovery, hosts 125 locally sourced fruit tree saplings that will be replanted in West Maui.
April 30, 2024 · 7:39 AM HST
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Pinwheels set out on Kaua‘i police lawn in recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month
On April 23, participants were invited to place blue pinwheels on the police department’s lawn as a visible reminder that every child deserves love, happiness and a future free of abuse or neglect.
April 30, 2024 · 10:03 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 30, 2024
Moderate trades will prevail over the eastern islands through mid week, while lighter trades over the western end of the state allow for some leeward land…
April 30, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 30, 2024
Tiny surf will persist along north facing shores through Friday, with a small pulse of northwest swell swell expected this weekend. A small long period…
April 30, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
Statewide siren test for May takes place Wednesday morning
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April 30, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST
Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture receives landmark support from State Legislature
H.B. 2619, which appropriates almost $20 million, awaits a final vote by the Senate and House of Representatives.
April 30, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
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