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Hawaiʻi among top states for quality of pre-kindergarten programs, but enrollment lags
A new national report has revealed that Hawaiʻi is one of just five states to meet 10 out of 10 research-based quality benchmarks for pre-kindergarten programs. However, it ranks 44th for enrollment of 4-year-olds and 31st for 3-year-olds. The National Institute for Early Education Research released its 2023 State...
New tsunami video gives insight, answers on how to prepare, 78 years after Hilo disaster
In response to Gov. Josh Green proclaiming April as Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawai‘i, the University of Hawaiʻi Sea Grant College Program (Hawaiʻi Sea Grant) partnered with organizations across the state to promote tsunami preparedness by creating a new 2024 Hawai‘i Tsunami Preparedness video. This year...
Lavaloha launches local chocolate tea!
Founded in 2017, Lavaloha has been creating delicious, local chocolate and coffee products. Lavaloha is celebrated for its chocolate, crafted from the harvest of 10,000 cacao trees and additional locally sourced cacao. Last year, they expanded their brand portfolio by introducing Hilo Coffee Company, aiming to introduce coffee enthusiasts around the world to the unique flavors of Hilo coffee.
American Savings Bank wants you to Buy Local & Save Local with WSW The Steakhouse
HONOLULU (HI Now) - Featuring fresh produce from local Big Island Farmers, WSW The Steakhouse is the only true steakhouse in Hilo. All of our beef is Prime Grade or Premium Certified Black Angus Grade and we offer an array of seafood not found anywhere in town. WSW The Steakhouse boasts the Best Wine List in East Hawai’i, and introduces the Whisky Cart to the dining experience. Featuring fine & rare whiskies from around the world served table-side.
Save the date: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Hawaiian Cultural Festival, July 20
The 40th Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Hawaiian Cultural Festival is happening in Kahuku on July 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – and the event is free. A vibrant lineup of local performers, hula performances and engaging Hawaiian arts and craft demonstrations will be announced in the weeks ahead. Visitors can also learn about local conservation efforts through fun, interactive exhibits.
Fire Destroys Home On Kaumana Drive
HILO, Hawaiʻi - No one was reported injured in the Kaumana structure fire, the cause of which is under investigation. (BIVN) – The occupant of a Kaumana home that was fully involved in fire on Tuesday morning escaped from the blaze without any injuries. The Kaumana Drive structure...
Locals tend to Hilo pond in wake of Nene gosling's death
HILO, Hawaii (Island News) -- The cause is still to be determined, but the unfortunate news that Liliuokalani Park's only nene gosling recently died, did not stifle efforts to keep caring for the park on Wednesday. The waters of Waihonu pond, received the microorganisms from genki balls to combat sludge...
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