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Savannah Deasy awarded Civics Scholarship
By Press Release | Nov 1, 2023
The Foundation for the Restoration of America (FFROA) awarded a $2,000 scholarship to Full Sail University student Savannah Deasy.
Exhibit: 'Conversations: Spirit & Nature'
By Press Release | Jul 12, 2023
The Volcano Art Center proudly announces the upcoming exhibit "Conversations: Spirit and Nature" opening on Saturday, July 29 and continuing through August 19, 2023 at the Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus (19-4074 Old Volcano Rd.) in Volcano Village.
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo to host Fourth of July celebration
By Press Release | Jun 30, 2023
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo – a DoubleTree by Hilton, invites Island residents to join hotel guests in celebrating the birth of American independence with a Fourth of July celebration on July 4, 2023 from 3:30-8:30pm.
Hawai‘i ranks high among visitors for safety, giving back in DBEDT Visitor Satisfaction and Activity Survey for first quarter 2023
By Press Release | Jun 1, 2023
An overwhelming majority of visitors ranked Hawai‘i as a safe and secure destination and ideal for volunteering and giving back, according to the results of a survey conducted by the State of Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) during the first quarter of 2023.
Micro-grant program for small-scale agriculture opens
By Press Release | Jun 1, 2023
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) is now accepting applications for the popular Micro-Grant for Food Security Program (MGFSP).
Public school teachers overwhelmingly ratify 4-year contract
By Press Release | Apr 27, 2023
Ninety-two percent of the nearly 7,000 valid ballots cast approved the contract that will take effect July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2027.
Theatrical dance performance Bloom brings wonder to Kahilu Theatre
By Press Release | Apr 27, 2023
Prince Dance Company's Bloom is a mesmerizing and theatrical journey coming to Waimea's Kahilu Theatre May 6 & 7.
Kea'au Elementary School teacher receives HSTA's 2023 STACY Award for Teaching Excellence
By Press Release | Apr 25, 2023
The Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association’s STACY Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes a teacher who demonstrates leadership, dedication, and passion in five categories: scholarship, teaching, advocacy, community, and youth. It is one of the highest honors bestowed by the association.
Kona Orchid Society sets Spring Show and Sale
By Press Release | Apr 20, 2023
Just in time for Mother’s Day, the Kona Orchid Society Spring Show & Sale is 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 13 inside and out at the Makaeo County Pavilion at the Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area.
Local musicians headline benefit concert for Hawai'i educators
By Press Release | Mar 20, 2023
The Hawaiʻi Foundation for Educators (HFE) is teaming up with local musicians and performers for the third annual “Teach Our Future” benefit concert.
Kailua Village Design Commission meeting
By Press Release | Oct 18, 2022
Date: 10/25/2022 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMLocation: Online MeetingDate and venue subject to change.
DBEDT's 2023 Hi STEP Program webinars announced
By Press Release | Oct 18, 2022
HiSTEP is an export development program supported by a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), that helps Hawaiʻi companies expand sales outside of the United States.
Partial reopening of Glenwood Recycling and Transfer Station for solid waste disposal and glass recycling on Aug. 16
By Press Release | Aug 19, 2022
The Solid Waste Division will partially reopen its facility at the Glenwood Recycling and Transfer Station.
Benefit concert raises $40,000 for Hawaii's educators
By Press Release | Jul 28, 2022
The Hawaii Foundation for Educators (HFE) teamed up Wednesday with local music icons the Makaha Sons and Pure Heart for the second annual “Teach Our Future” benefit concert. The show took place at the historic Hawaii Theatre in downtown Honolulu.
Experience Volcano Festival 2022
By Press Release | Jul 22, 2022
The Experience Volcano Festival is a celebration of the culture, people and traditions that make the diversity of the Volcano Area so unique.
HSTA Recommends Jill Tokuda for Hawaii's Second Congressional District
By Press Release | Jul 20, 2022
The Hawaii State Teachers Association is excited to announce its support of Jill Tokuda for Hawaii’s Second Congressional District, which covers suburban and rural Oahu, including the Leeward and Windward coasts and all of Hawaii’s neighbor islands.
Hawaii Coffee Association names Statewide Coffee Cupping, barista winners at 27th annual conference
By Press Release | May 25, 2022
Winners of the Hawaii Coffee Association’s 13th Annual Statewide Coffee Cupping Competition and the inaugural Café Collective SigBev Competition were announced during the 27th Hawaii Coffee Association Conference May 19-21 in Kona.
US Exports to China: A boom for goods, a bust for services
By Press Release | Apr 12, 2022
US goods exports to China last year increased 21 percent to $149 billion.
NIU Valley Middle School teacher Zachary Morita earns HSTA's 2022 Stacy Award for Teaching Excellence
By Press Release | Apr 6, 2022
The Hawaii State Teachers Association’s S.T.A.C.Y. Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes a teacher who demonstrates leadership, dedication, and passion in five categories: scholarship, teaching, advocacy, community, and youth. It is one of the highest honors bestowed by the association.
HSTA recommends Josh Green for governor
By Press Release | Mar 28, 2022
The Hawaii State Teachers Association is excited to announce our support for Lt. Gov. Josh Green’s campaign for governor