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Hawaiʻi Gov. Green, Secretary of the Army sign non-binding document about military use of state land
The document signed by Gov. Josh Green and Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll reflects a shared understanding about how Hawaiʻi and the Army will discuss protecting lands used by the military, while also supporting national security.September 29, 2025 · 1:22 PM HST
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September 29, 2025 · 2:00 PM
Hawaiian Electric solar, energy storage reaches historic milestone
Hawaiian Electric has achieved a landmark in clean energy by exceeding 1 gigawatt of customer-sited rooftop solar and battery storage, showcasing one of the nation’s highest rooftop solar integration rates.
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The document signed by Gov. Josh Green and Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll reflects a shared understanding about how Hawaiʻi and the Army will discuss protecting lands used by the military, while also supporting national security.
September 29, 2025 · 11:00 AM
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Past, present, and future of island astronomy and Parker Ranch will be discussed during the Waimea Community Association meeting this Thursday.
September 29, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Business Monday: Pancho’s Tacos brings the taste of Mexico to Hawaiʻi Island
From market hobby cooking for markets, to offering authentic Mexican street food from a food truck in Pāhoa, Keaʻau and Hilo – Pancho’s Taco Truck has become an East Hawaiʻi staple.
September 29, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for Sept. 29 to Oct. 3
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
September 29, 2025 · 1:06 AM
Hawai‘i small businesses can take part in Federal Reserve’s 2025 credit survey
The annual survey, which is open through Nov. 14, gathers insights into how small businesses seek financing and the challenges they face.
September 28, 2025 · 5:45 PM
Big Island Junior Championship held this weekend at Hualālai Golf Course
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September 28, 2025 · 12:14 PM
Flags ordered at half-staff for victims of Michigan church shooting
A shooting in Grand Blanc, Michigan resulted in at least 2 two deaths and eight injuries, prompting Gov. Josh Green to order U.S. and Hawaiʻi flags to half-staff from Monday morning to Wednesday night.
September 28, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Experts in various myofascial fields to come together for Big Island symposium
Next week, the inaugural Hawaiʻi Myofascial Symposium will feature experts as they delve into research and hands-on techniques to tackle myofascial pain and dysfunction.
September 28, 2025 · 1:00 AM
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Singers from Hawaiʻi can audition virtually on Tuesday for a chance to be on ‘American Idol’
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Young Brothers urges approval of rate reset to secure future of interisland shipping
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission is holding evidentiary hearings from Sept. 29 through Oct. 3 on Young Brothers’ proposals to rest customer rates and establish a new mechanism for annual rate adjustments based on inflation. The proposal is aimed at achieving financial stability.
MEO named winner of The Founders’ Award by SAX and $20,000 gift
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Kaua’i driver arrested following Hanamā‘ulu pedestrian fatality
A fatal hit-and-run on Kūhiō Highway has prompted Kaua’i police to investigate the tragic death of Alfred Lopes, who died from his injuries on Sept. 28.
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Small businesses on Kauaʻi can take part in Federal Reserve’s 2025 credit survey
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