Good morning, Honolulu.

Dozens of volunteers prepared lanterns + transcribed personal messages for a floating ceremony set to take place on Memorial Day, May 25.

The event will honor local traditions and bring the community together.

Local artisans like Brooke Holt and Kealoha Figaroa are crafting shell jewelry that blends ancient traditions with modern designs while following strict state licensing rules (which aim to protect aquatic resources).

The craft is growing as demand rises despite low reporting for commercial shell collection.

New archival research in Lahaina newspapers reveals that Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena (early 19th century) struggled between embracing Christianity and upholding traditional Hawaiian customs, as the study documents her conversion, public speeches, and church discipline, offering fresh insights into our island heritage.

Recent data shows Hawaii ties with South Dakota for the nation's lowest jobless rate, underscoring strong economic momentum today.

A statewide conservation report by the Hawaii Conservation Alliance shows nearly half of endangered U.S. plants are found here & calls on residents to support the Plant Promise fundraiser during Native Plant Month to help save 1,400 rare native species.

More than 30 groups work together for this effort.

April is National Financial Literacy Month, and a local report offers tips for budgeting, saving, and managing credit.

DOE public school students will soon begin a required financial literacy course (integrated or standalone) starting with the class of 2030.

The Department of Accounting and General Services is surveying seven state cemeteries today to set land boundaries using drones while residents may see activity from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.

The work aims to help restore and maintain these historic sites over the next 10 weeks.

The UH-Manoa Ballroom Dance Club clinched its third straight national title in March at the National Collegiate DanceSport Championships in Pittsburgh (they competed in the International Latin category).