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September 26, 2025 · 10:00 AM
Free online portal provides secure access to official immunization records
Launched this June, HiSIS offers a convenient resource for residents to access and manage their official immunization records.
September 26, 2025 · 7:00 AM
UHERO Forecast: Deteriorating U.S. economic outlook leading to imminent mild recession in Hawaiʻi
In Hawaiʻi, visitor numbers are down, job growth has stalled, and housing activity remains weak, with inflation also expected to rise over the next year.
September 26, 2025 · 5:00 AM
McKenna to become Acting Chief Justice of Hawaiʻi Supreme Court with retirement of Recktenwald
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald is stepping down at the end of September due to the state’s mandatory retirement age of 70 for justices and judges.
September 26, 2025 · 3:00 AM
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Hawaiian Volcano Observatory technicians navigate rugged volcanic terrains and formidable challenges to ensure accurate volcanic activity data.
September 26, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiʻi recognized for community resilience, equity at Clinton Global Initiative annual meeting
Gov. Josh Green shared Hawaiʻi’s strategic insights on boosting community resilience through infrastructure that has allowed the state to be recognized for delivering equitable digital services.
September 25, 2025 · 2:30 PM
Tourism to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park contributes $571 million to economy last year
The newly released report reveals that Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park drew over 1.4 million visitors who spent $445 million and supported over 3,600 jobs in 2024.
September 25, 2025 · 10:00 AM
U.S. Postal Service holding Stamp Encore contest for 250th anniversary
Vote now in the U.S. Postal Service Stamp Encore contest to bring back a beloved stamp design and shape America’s philatelic history in time for the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations in 2026.
September 25, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 25-Oct. 1: Dance Collective, Punk Rock Night, Fall Paint Along, Threads of Aloha Fashion Show
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September 25, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Gut bacteria, human gene interactions have larger part in personal health, according to University of Hawaiʻi study
UH study reveals that the gut microbiome’s interaction with human genes opens new avenues for precision health strategies by influencing disease risk, aging, and medical treatments.
September 25, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Legacy land conservation program in Hawaiʻi seeking applicants for grants
Since 2006, the Legacy Land Conservation Program has facilitated contributions of more than $65 million to help conserve 32,000 acres on more than 50 properties.
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September 17, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Events at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park continue amid ongoing projects
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park nears a milestone as Phase One of disaster recovery from the 2018 Kīlauea eruption wraps up.
September 7, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Singers from Hawaiʻi can audition virtually on Tuesday for a chance to be on ‘American Idol’
Before “American Idol” hopefuls get a chance to showcase their pipes for celebrity judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood, they must first impress the show’s producers.
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Aloha Aviation: Maui student hosts community aviation event at Kahului Airport
Aloha Aviation, a free and inspiring event for middle and high school students interested in aviation, will take place on Monday, September 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Kahului Airport conference rooms.
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Hawaiian Electric announced today that customer-sited rooftop solar and battery storage connected to its grids have surpassed 1 gigawatt of generating capacity — the equivalent of about 100 million LED lightbulbs.
MEO supports Maui wildfire survivors, underserved through Maui Strong Fund
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