State of Hawaii
Recent News About State of Hawaii
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Hawaii Kuauli Pacific & Asia Cultural Festival helps participants 'see the strengths and beauty in our differences'
In Hawaii, celebrations of culture are highly anticipated events, which give both natives and visitors something to look forward to; the fourth annual Hawaii Kuauli Pacific & Asia Cultural Festival is a prime example.
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Kilauea volcano is no longer erupting and alert level is lowered from 'watch' to 'advisory'
The recently released geological status of the Kilauea volcano confirmed that it is no longer erupting.
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Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist on May 23 earthquake: 'Aftershocks are possible and could be felt'
A 4.2-magnitude earthquake located under Kilauea Volcano's south flank was recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey's Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO); it happened May 23 at 11:41 a.m. Hawaii Standard Time.
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Hawaii tourism and government officials concerned legislation will give state 'highest lodging taxes in the nation'
Hawaii's hotel tax could increase by nearly 30% if House Bill 862 (HB 862) is passed, allowing the state's four counties to increase fees and possibly weaken the state's hotel industry.
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110 people age 85 and older in Hawaii are estimated to have died during week ending April 24
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 110 individuals age 85 and older died during the week ending April 24.
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CDC estimates 46 people in 75-84 age group in Hawaii died during week ending April 24
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 46 people in the 75-84 age group died during the week ending April 24.
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University of Hawaii professor says agritourism 'is a win-win situation' for Hawai'i to build a sustainable economy
Hawai'i was hit extremely hard by the shutdowns because of the pandemic, as a huge part of its revenue was taken away from the tourism industry as no one was allowed to travel.
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CDC predicts 38 people in 45-64 age group in Hawaii died during week ending April 24
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 38 people in the 45-64 age group died during the week ending April 24.
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Week of April 24: 38 people in 65-74 age group are estimated to have died in Hawaii
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 38 people in the 65-74 age group died during the week ending April 24.
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'A devastating disease': Hawaii's coffee industry also impacted by COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic affected many industries in Hawaii, even coffee.
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'Life in Puna changed forever on May 3': Pahoa Lava Zone Museum reopens, commemorates 2018 eruption and earthquake
Pahoa Lava Zone Museum is reopening on Monday, May 3.
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The Food Basket sees increase to more than 80,000 individuals per month in 2020 due to pandemic
With demand for assistance increased nearly six times during the COVID-19 pandemic, The Food Basket, Hawaii's food bank, moved into action to help keep local families fed.
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Hawaii Vehicle Registration and Licensing Division extends validity of vehicle documents
The Hawaii Vehicle Registration and Licensing Division has extended the validity of documents that have expired starting March 16, 2020.
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HB 862 may cut funding from Hawaii Tourism Authority: 'I'm in a state of shock,' visitor president says
The proposed House Bill 862 (HB 862) looks to cut funding from the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA), among other programs, and has already passed two Senate committees last week.
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Volcano Heritage Cottages LLC offers 'a peaceful neighborhood and spacious houses' to rent for vacation
Local businesses in Hawaii and around the country have been massively impacted by the pandemic and the effect that the restrictions surrounding the pandemic have had on business.
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Hawaii Lt. Gov. Green on vaccine passport: 'If everyone's immune, then you don't have to worry about an outbreak'
An estimated 28,000 travelers arrived in Hawaii, sparking officials to start asking questions about the widely discussed COVID-19 vaccine passport system in Hawaii.
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East Hawai’i Cultural Center 'holds a special place in our community's history,' Walker says
East Hawai'i Cultural Center Vice-Chair Carol Walker discussed the efforts the non-profit organization has made for the inclusion of children in arts and culture activities, which include various programs, donations and volunteer efforts.
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'Largest visible-light telescope in the world' under construction on Mauna Kea
Construction of “a new class of extremely large telescopes” on Mauna Kea will bring several benefits to the community, despite a history of some opposition to its development, an official with the project said.
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Hawaii Fire Department responds to hundreds of search and rescue calls each year
Hawaii Fire Department crews provide an array of services, including land and sea search and rescue, pre-hospital emergency medical services, fire protection and suppression, hazardous materials response, ocean safety, fire prevention and public education for Hawaii County.
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Hawaii reports $23 million in miscellaneous tax revenues in Q4 2020
Hawaii collected $23 million in miscellaneous tax revenue during the 4th quarter of 2020, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.