Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of September.
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🏘️ Community
A blessing for the revitalized Waiānuenue ma Kapaʻakea in Moiliili was held Thursday, showcasing local businesses and artwork that honor the area's heritage + Oakberry is set to open next Saturday.
More than 50 community sponsors joined a radiothon at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children on Thursday to help raise $1M for Hawaii keiki.
The event highlighted local support to aid children in need.
💼 Business
Bizia Surf and Coffee Shop in Wahiawa transforms invasive albizia wood from a Lyon Arboretum removal project into furniture and surfboards for local use.
The shop is open Monday through Saturday (7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and Sunday (8 a.m. to noon).
After Hurricane Lowell, a Florida visitor canceled his Kauaʻi trip three days before check-in after seeing storm damage, but a Kapaʻa rental (undamaged by the storm) kept its $2,500 fee.
Airbnb upheld the host’s rules as the refund dispute raises questions over cancellation policies.
🎭 Culture
Honolulu is hosting a four-day celebration of Pacific designers at the Kaimana Beach Hotel tonight as runway events, talks, and shopping experiences take place; the event runs through Sunday.
🌲 Environment
Nearly five years after the Red Hill fuel spill, the Navy said it is preparing to reactivate the Aiea-Halawa shaft to restore safe drinking water — residents at an Ewa Beach town hall voiced concerns over possible petroleum traces.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Josh Green ordered U.S. and Hawaii state flags flown at half-staff at state offices and National Guard facilities to honor former Gov. George R.
Ariyoshi ahead of his interment.
State officials warn residents to ignore scam letters that use names like the Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority to falsely offer home warranties and mortgage protections and urge calls to fake numbers.
The Pacific Missile Range Facility reopened its guest pass program after Hurricane Lowell, allowing access to select recreational sites including Shenanigans parking lot & beach, Kinikini Ditch access, and a movie theater from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. New applications will resume once recovery concludes.
🏥 Health
An Oahu mother described her struggle with postpartum psychosis that led to the launch of The Village Perinatal Program, Hawaii’s first online outpatient service for moms, which offered clinical support plus skills development and peer connections; the program launched in August.
🏈 Sports
Defensive back Kona Moore, a Saint Louis grad, leads his football team with 30 tackles in the first three games during a bye week while he plans to create more turnovers to boost the offense; his comeback from past injuries adds significance to his strong start.
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