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From Vietnam battlefields to Big Island nature, Kona professor shares collection of memories in new book
Dr. Richard Stevens takes readers on a journey through his book, “Storyland,” which weaves personal stories and profound insights to inspire readers to reflect on their own paths.June 7, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
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Big Island News
June 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Family trip to take governor out of state June 8-23
Green will retain executive authority while traveling and remain in regular contact with state leadership and his Cabinet members; Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan will oversee day-to-day government operations in the state and serve as acting governor during Green’s trip.
June 7, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Lions Club of Kona Community Foundation announces 2026 Konawaena scholarship recipients
Each scholarship recipient and their parents will be honored July 20 during a special Lions Club of Kona Scholarship Awards Dinner at Teshima’s Restaurant in Kealakekua; the public is invited to attend.
June 7, 2026 · 5:00 AM
From Vietnam battlefields to Big Island nature, Kona professor shares collection of memories in new book
Dr. Richard Stevens takes readers on a journey through his book, “Storyland,” which weaves personal stories and profound insights to inspire readers to reflect on their own paths.
June 7, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Lane closure scheduled for portion of Daniel K. Inouye Highway for grading, paving
Crews will mill the highway and install open-graded friction course to increase drainage capability of the pavement and reduce potential for hydroplaning.
June 7, 2026 · 1:00 AM
51-year-old man suspected of murder and shooting now subject of manhunt on Kauaʻi
Kauaʻi police are searching for Kīlauea resident William “Billy” Sinclair, who is a suspect in a murder and separate shooting, both of which happened early Saturday morning, June 6; search for murder suspect at northwest end of state comes just a little more than a week after the end of a manhunt on the Big Island for suspect in killings of three older men in Puna.
June 6, 2026 · 6:07 PM
Fed suspension of Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit funding has no impact on benefits, services
Hawaiʻi receives about $3 million per year from the federal government to fund the Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which is mandated by federal law to fight Medicaid fraud and protect patients from abuse and neglect; unfortunately, federal officials say the Hawaiʻi unit falls short of expectations and has for many years.
June 6, 2026 · 1:57 PM
Police seek 14-year-old runaway; have you seen him?
Herman Kirklin was last seen about 1 a.m. Sunday, May 31, near Lehua Street in Fern Acres.
June 6, 2026 · 12:20 PM
Driver of sedan involved in fatal Pāhoa motorcycle crash faces charges including negligent homicide
36-year-old Kade Smith, who was not injured in the deadly Wednesday, June 3, collision now officially faces charges of first-degree negligent homicide, manslaughter, operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant, operating a motor vehicle after license suspended or revoked for operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant and having no vehicle insurance.
June 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Pacific Summer Transportation Education Program by University of Hawaiʻi now accepting applications
Participating high school students will be introduced to science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, skills through the lens of urban and regional planning with a goal of fueling their higher education choices and perhaps interest in transportation-related careers.
June 6, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Paving maintenance, repairs scheduled for runway at Hilo International Airport
The work is part of the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation’s ongoing efforts to maintain the runway and improve takeoff and taxiway operations at the airport.
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June 4, 2026 · 5:00 AM
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May 31, 2026 · 3:00 PM
‘Our Team, Hawaiʻi’s Team’: NCAA championship trophy tour celebrates University of Hawaiʻi men’s volleyball title
Additional events throughout the state, including other University of Hawaiʻi campuses, also are being planned.
May 31, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Popular tennis courts at Lincoln Park in downtown Hilo getting face-lift
Improvements will include a new playing surface, fixing cracks, leveling the playing surface and applying new court lines; work will necessitate closure of courts, which begins Monday, June 1.
May 31, 2026 · 3:00 AM
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Ocean Blog
Voyaging, cultural leaders and others gather to strengthen ties, advance ocean protection efforts
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Maui Now
Hawaiʻi to expand mental health, substance use treatment services through Medicaid program
Currently, there are two Adult Mental Health Division-operated clinics on Maui, located in Kahului and Lahaina, that are anticipated to become fully certified by Jan. 1, 2027. Together, these clinics currently serve more than 1,700 Maui residents and will help expand access to coordinated behavioral health services under the model.
June 15 to July 4: Pole relocations along Waiehu Beach Road to impact traffic
To maintain reliable service, Hawaiian Electric crews will be working to relocate 11 poles along Waiehu Beach Road between Kahekili Highway and Maka‘ala Drive, from Monday, June 15 to Saturday, July 4 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday. No service interruption is expected.
Gov. Green to travel out of state, June 8-23; Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan to oversee day-to-day operations
While traveling, Green will retain executive authority and remain in regular contact with state leadership and cabinet members. Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan will oversee day-to-day government operations in Hawaiʻi and serve as acting governor during the governor’s absence.
Maui Council passes $1.6 billion budget; adds security funding after terroristic threatening arrest
The Maui County Council gave final approval Thursday to a $1.6 billion fiscal year 2027 budget, sending the spending plan to Mayor Richard Bissen’s desk, but not before adding $50,000 for Maui County campus security.
Polls show incumbent Bissen, challenger Sugimura dueling for top spot in 10-candidate mayoral primary race
Sugimura has a lead of more than 10 points in two polls, but Bissen’s camp says its polling shows him with a 6-point lead.
Kaua‘i Now
Education in brief for June 7: New Mānoa chancellor, HCC chancellor to retire, Hammatt honored
Brief looks at education news from throughout the islands.
Getting up to SPEED: New task force continues work to streamline permitting process
New permitted interaction working groups will focus on water and wells, district boundary amendments and building codes.
Free public screening of ‘Ocean with David Attenborough’ to celebrate World Oceans Day on Kauaʻi
The screening of National Geographic’s award-winning documentary will be on June 8 at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay as part of its “Cinema Under the Stars” series.
Hawaiʻi expands Family Leave Law with governor’s signature of Act 13
Military-related urgent needs now qualify for leave with Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green’s signature of Act 13.
State reassures residents Medicaid benefits, services not impacted by suspension of Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit funding
Hawaiʻi receives about $3 million per year from the federal government to fund the Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which is mandated by federal law to fight Medicaid fraud and protect patients from abuse and neglect; unfortunately, federal officials say the Hawaiʻi unit falls short of expectations and has for many years.
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