Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
Good morning, Honolulu.
ACE Rent A Car has ended operations on Maui; travelers with existing bookings should note that the company has no plan to honor them.
The separate Oahu location remains unaffected (consumers can file complaints with the Office of Consumer Protection).
Family-run T&L Muumuu Factory has served locals in Kakaako for decades and remains an iconic shop known for its traditional styles and friendly service.
The business continues to attract residents who celebrate its longstanding legacy.
The Waikiki Aquarium celebrated its 122nd anniversary on Thursday and remains a valued resource for marine education and local pride.
The venue continues to offer insight into native ocean life for both residents and visitors.
Local band Ho’onua is sharing plans for upcoming live events on Billy V Live as they discuss High Watah’s new release.
The show streams every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. on HawaiiNewsNow.com.
Movie trailers highlight films with Hawaii ties.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Maui native Destin Daniel Cretton, will hit theaters July 31; Lilo & Stitch 2 features local Maia Kealoha and debuts Memorial Day weekend; and Hawaii-born Jason Momoa stars in Dune: Part Three, set for Dec. 18.
Students at Nanakuli High & Intermediate School will perform Disney’s The Little Mermaid at the school’s multi-purpose building starting March 27, celebrating 35 years of community entertainment.
The show runs through two weekends with tickets priced at $10 for adults, $5 for students 13 and older, and $3 for children 12 and under.
Hawaii DHS announced replacement SNAP benefits for recipients who lost food due to prolonged power outages — the program aims to support those affected by recent flooding across the state.
Residents are losing confidence in HECO as prolonged outages leave 1,100 customers in the dark on Hawaii Island due to last week's storm — a new Kona low brings additional concerns about power restoration timing.
The Department of Environmental Services released the Environmental Impact Statement for Sand Island Wastewater Treatment Plant Secondary Treatment Phase 2 for public review and held a scoping meeting at Mission Memorial Hall (550 South King Street) on Wednesday, March 19; the public may submit comments until Tuesday, April 7.
Blood Bank of Hawaii celebrated its new headquarters in Kapolei on Thursday.
The facility now supports enhanced blood donation services for local residents.
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