Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of August.
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Na'alehu residents began a massive cleanup after Hurricane Lala caused mud filled streets, destroyed homes - and displaced graves.
Local teams now organize debris removal and repair efforts in the affected area.
Foodland Farms Ala Moana marks 10 years of changing grocery shopping by blending a full-service market with local dining and culinary experiences.
Chef Keoni Chang said the store will continue to develop partnerships — introducing new offerings that highlight Hawai‘i’s unique food culture.
The 44th Okinawan Festival runs Sept.
5-6 at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center amid renovations that drop the bon dance but add a new izakaya-inspired pop-up with live music, cultural workshops, and shopping while free shuttles run from the Civic Center (return tickets are available).
Nearly 50,000 students across the University of Hawai‘i System begin a new school year today with classes resuming at multiple campuses + the move signals a busy start to the academic season for the local community.
After a March storm canceled the Civil Air Patrol encampment at Kilauea Military Camp, Southwest Airlines donated tickets so over a dozen cadets and chaperones could attend mainland training in Mississippi, Iowa — and New York.
Nearly 50,000 UH System students have begun their new school year focused on career preparation and making college more affordable, but UH Mānoa’s welcome celebration is on hold because Tropical Storm Moke has disrupted plans — officials are monitoring the weather.
University of Hawaiʻi Manoa welcomed 20,000 students on Monday and offered $50 million in scholarships to help nearly 50,000 students across 10 campuses afford tuition.
Nursing major Clark Jestoni Palting (saving about $15,000 each semester) said the funding eases the financial burden for students.
Families affected by Hurricane Lala can get help replacing lost baby items and refilling prescriptions.
The Parent Line, funded by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health and run by Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies, is coordinating support and can be reached at 808-452-1832.
UH Athletics is launching a rooftop party spot this season for Rainbow Warrior fans.
The new venue will enhance pre-game festivities for supporters coming to UH games + bring a fresh community vibe.
University of Hawaiʻi freshman Olivia Dianda earned the Mountain West Freshman of the Week honor after scoring her first two collegiate goals at the OUTRIGGER Invitational, marking a milestone as the first Rainbow Wahine to receive the award since joining the conference.
Her goals on Thursday and Saturday helped secure wins.
UH athletics director Matt Elliott detailed enhanced support for student-athletes and a local recruiting plan during a back-to-school briefing — the university also announced a K5 partnership to broadcast over 100 live UH games.
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