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Governor announces several Opportunity Zone 2.0 designations, including on Big Island

Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green recently announced designation of 25 census tracts throughout the islands under the federal Opportunity Zones 2.0 program. These include tracts on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui, including Lahaina’s Front Street census tract. No census tracts on Kauaʻi were eligible for designation, nor was census-level data available to seek an appeal.

Hilo, HI · 1d
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Flags wave along Hilo Bayfront as Veterans Day parade honors those who served

The celebration brought together generations of veterans and supporters to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Hilo, HI · 10h
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Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center fundraiser honors KTA president and local attorney

The president of KTA Super Stores and a local attorney will be honored by the Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center on Nov. 22. The 21st annual recognition dinner and auction, co-sponsored by the Hawai‘i County Bar Association, will be held at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel’s Moku‘ola Ballroom. Toby...

Hilo, HI · 1d
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‘Due Process Road Show’ presentations slated for Hilo and Kona

The Hawai‘i Campaign for Immigrant Justice coalition will host two free public events Nov. 12 on the Big Island to present and explain Hawaii’s new immigrant justice laws. Hilo/East Hawai‘i: 12:30-1:30 p.m., St. Joseph’s Parish Rectory Room, 43 Kapiʻolani St. Kailua-Kona/West Hawai‛i: 4:30-6:30 p.m., West...

Hilo, HI · 23h
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Volcano Residents Eye $15M Clinic to Address Years Without Local Primary Care

More than 4,000 people live in and around Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island, many of them older than 60, and for years they have lacked nearby primary care and emergency medical services. A proposed $15 million health clinic could bring primary care, urgent care and pharmacy services to the community. The clinic would rise on a 13.7-acre parcel along Volcano Road, directly across from Kilauea Lodge & Restaurant, according to a feasibility study presented to the community.

Volcano, HI · 2d

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Big Island’s Kahaloa, Keohokapu-Lee Loy named to 34th Hawaiʻi Legislature House leadership team

House Speaker Nadine Nakamura announced Friday members of Hawaiʻi House of Representatives leadership team for the upcoming 34th Hawaiʻi Legislature. “Our leadership team reflects the diversity of our majority caucus, bringing together working families, unique perspectives and voices from across the islands to ensure we represent the needs of communities throughout Hawaiʻi,” said Nakamura, who represents House District 15 on Kauaʻi and retains speakership during the next legislature. “We look forward to building on our work and continuing to address the needs of Hawaiʻi’s families, including tackling the high cost of living, expanding access to affordable housing and protecting our ʻāina.”

Hilo, HI · 2d

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Voters Bring On New Faces To Tackle Old Issues In Neighbor Island Councils

It’s a seminal moment for the local lawmaking bodies on the neighbor islands as 11 newly elected leaders across three counties prepare to join the ranks for at least the next two years. The councils on Maui, Kauaʻi and the Big Island have distinct goals, practices and procedures, but...

Maui County, HI · 2d

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Longest-serving OHA trustee ousted in general election

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) — General election results have reshuffled the Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees, unseating the board’s longest-serving member and electing a former Honolulu City Council member in crowded statewide race. In the at-large contest — where six candidates vied for three open seats — early...

Honolulu, HI · 4d

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Hawai'i seniors pay hundreds a month for tiny homes after state pulls out and support services vanish

Shared bathrooms, laundry facilities, and a communal kitchen were part of the plan to provide 30 beds for homeless older adults and families.

Honolulu, HI · 2d

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Kam. Hwy. now open, was closed in both directions due to gas leak

A ruptured gas line forced police to close Kamehameha Highway in both directions between Kahuhipa and Mehana streets in Kāneʻohe on Monday morning.

Honolulu, HI · 16h

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Honolulu City Council selects new leadership amid Zippy's meeting investigation

The Honolulu City Council has selected its next leadership team amid questions about an alleged private meeting involving five councilmembers. Tyler Dos Santos-Tam was approved as chair, Esther Kiaʻāina as vice-chair and Scott Nishimoto as floor leader, while a state investigation into possible Sunshine Law violations remains open.

Honolulu, HI · 4d

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Special events, closures, offers announced ahead of Veterans Day

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Wednesday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day. Several events, special offers, and closures are scheduled to take place on that day. Veterans Day Sunset Ceremony: The Battleship Missouri Memorial will host its annual Veterans Day Sunset Ceremony at 4:30 p.m., honoring the service, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This year’s theme, “America at 250 – Honoring Generations of Service,” recognizes generations of veterans whose courage and dedication have helped shape the nation.

Honolulu, HI · 3d

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City says feral chicken traps being tampered with

Honolulu officials say people are interfering with efforts to control the feral chicken population by tampering with traps, releasing captured chickens and continuing to feed the birds.

Honolulu, HI · 3d

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$9.9M rebuild of Kapiolani to hit during holiday season

A $9.9 million, 18-month roadwork project on Kapiolani Boulevard between Ward Avenue and Atkinson Drive is scheduled to begin on Monday, Nov. 16, sparking concerns among local business owners about holiday traffic and economic impact.

Honolulu, HI · 3d

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Roadwork to begin on busy stretch of Kapiolani Boulevard

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Drivers should expect some traffic delays on a stretch of Kapiolani Boulevard when the City begins a road rehabilitation project in mid-November. The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Design and Construction will be working along Kapiolani Boulevard, from Ward Avenue to Atkinson Drive, starting Monday, Nov. 16.

Honolulu, HI · 3d

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Army closes training ranges at Makua Valley, seeks lease termination on Oahu and Hawaii Island

FORT SHAFTER (HawaiiNewsNow) - The U.S. Army announced Friday the closure of training ranges at Mākua Military Reservation. The announcement follows the Army’s commitment in 2023 to permanently banning live-fire training at MMR, which ceased in 2004. While training range closures went into effect Oct. 1, the Army...

Hawaii · 3d

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Resort city Honolulu being overwhelmed by exploding population of feral chickens

The residents of Honolulu have for years had to battle the impact of the chickens

Honolulu, HI · 1d

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Water main break to prompt lane closures in Aiea

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - An eight-inch water main break will prompt lane closures in Aiea Friday evening. The Board of Water Supply will close the middle and right westbound lanes at 98-200 Kamehameha Highway, between Kihale Street and Pali Momi Street, starting Friday at 7 p.m. while crews repair the break.

Aiea, HI · 3d

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Hawaii political trailblazer Pat Saiki remembered, honored in final farewell

A final farewell to a trailblazer in Hawaii politics took place on Saturday.

Hawaii · 2d