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NC veteran, family stuck in Hawaii now home thanks to strangers' generosity, medical group
ABC 11 - North Carolina
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July 1, 2025
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Good news on the Johnston County veteran and his family after their dream vacation to Hawaii turned into a medical nightmare. PJ Smith is finally back home in North Carolina after being hospitalized in Hawaii since April....
Japanese company buys popular ice cream brand
MassLive - Massachusetts
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July 1, 2025
A top mochi ice cream brand is under new ownership. Bubbies Ice Cream was acquired by the Japanese company Marubeni Corporation. The dessert brand, which is based in New York City, will continue its operations and manufacturing facilities out of...
Why Flying Can Be Good For Climate Change And Local Economies
Forbes
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Young Asian woman carrying suitcase, walking by the window at airport terminal.getty Has flying become the ultimate climate sin? Air travel is often cast as a scapegoat when it comes to tourism, but the numbers may tell a different story. Only 11%...
New Study Shows Economic Power of U.S. Corn
Energy Agwired.com
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July 1, 2025
A new study released by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) shows corn farming is a major engine for the U.S. economy, generating $123 billion in total economic output last year, with an estimated contribution of $50 billion to the Gross...
Ono Hawaiian BBQ commits to Pinal County debut in Maricopa
InMaricopa - Arizona
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July 1, 2025
Ono Hawaiian BBQ is preparing to open its first restaurant in Pinal County, filing detailed signage and drive-thru plans last week for a long-vacant retail pad in Maricopa. According to documents submitted to the city’s development services...
I learned the secrets of the Mai Tai at Hawaii’s most iconic beachfront bar
The Manual - Oregon
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July 1, 2025
The Mai Tai is one of the most popular Tiki drinks in the world, known for its sweet and slightly almond-flavored flavor. Until I visited the Royal Hawaiian, I had no idea just how much history lies behind this fruity cocktail. Initially created...
Maui Weather Forecast for July 05, 2025
Maui Now - Hawaii
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July 5, 2025
West Side Today: Mostly sunny. Breezy. Highs 76 to 89. Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy. Breezy. Isolated showers after midnight. Lows 66 to 75. East winds 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent. Sunday: Breezy. Mostly sunny...
Man recounts family lost in deadly Hawaii fireworks explosion
KEYT - California
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July 1, 2025
By Kristen Consillio Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU (KITV) — Nelson Benigno is struggling every day to cope with the devastating Aliamanu fireworks explosion that took the lives of his family on New Year’s Eve. “Every single day and...
County urges West Hawaii green waste halt to stop invasive beetle
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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July 1, 2025
Hawaii County, in partnership with the state Department of Agriculture, has issued a voluntary compliance order to limit the spread of the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle in West Hawaii. Effective today through Sept. 30, the three-month order...
Hawaiʻi businesses take home awards for sustainability
Hawaii Public Radio
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June 30, 2025
State officials recognized 45 Hawaiʻi organizations and events on Friday at the annual Green Business Program Awards. The awardees included 13 hotels and resorts, several eateries and breweries, the Hawaiʻi Library Association, and the Hawaiʻi...
Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair 2025 boosts Ag awareness with record attendance
Maui Now - Hawaii
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Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair This year’s Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair was a community affair that not only celebrated the agricultural industry, but benefited many other industries on Maui as well. From the local business suppliers who...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for June 29, 2025
Big Island Now - Hawaii
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June 29, 2025
Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Numerous showers in the evening, then scattered showers after midnight. Lows 63 to 70 near the shore to 50 to 57 at 4000 feet. East winds up to 10 mph shifting to the south after midnight. Chance of rain 70 percent....
Gliding across the water: Stand-up paddleboarding provides dynamic way to enjoy the water
Standard Examiner - Utah
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1 / 11 Jared Lloyd paddles on his paddleboard through a channel at Causey Reservoir on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Photo supplied, Deanna Devey 2 / 11 Paddleboarders enjoy the wake-free waters at Causey Reservoir. Deann Armes, Special to the...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for June 29, 2025
Big Island Now - Hawaii
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June 29, 2025
Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Sunday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 0-2 0-2 0-2 0-2 East Facing 3-5 3-5 3-5 2-4 South Facing 1-3 1-3 2-4 2-4 TONIGHT Weather Mostly cloudy. Scattered showers. Low Temperature...
New Hawaii fireworks laws take effect today
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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July 1, 2025
1/2 Swipe or click to see more George F. Lee / GLEE@STARADVERTISER.COM Gov. Josh Green on Monday signed two bills strengthening laws and penalties against the use and import of illegal fireworks. Green was flanked by Rep. Scot Matayoshi, left, and...
Hawaii preschoolers celebrate end of school year with fresh poi
KHON - Hawaii
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June 28, 2025
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Keiki at Tūtū and Me Traveling Preschool received a special gift to celebrate the end of the school year — a one-pound bag of fresh poi. More than 700 students statewide were gifted the treat, which not only fed families on each...
PAL to increase flights to Seattle
Philstar
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July 5, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Pacific Northwest is becoming a demand darling for flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL), leading it to raise Seattle flights to five times a week before the end of the year. In an advisory, PAL said it is increasing its...
Gun incidents in West Oahu add to public concerns on violent crime
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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July 5, 2025
Honolulu police responded to at least three separate gun-related incidents in West Oahu Friday, including the wounding of a 22-year-old man who was allegedly shot by a 16-year-old boy after a heated exchange at Maili Beach Park. The victim was...
Business Business Insider A notorious hacker group is now targeting the aviation industry, the FBI says
Yahoo News
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Scattered Spider, a cybercriminal group, is targeting the aviation industry in the US and Canada. The FBI said the hackers are deceiving IT help desks into granting them access to data. Anyone part of the "airline ecosystem" could be at risk, the...
St. Anthony School banks on new sports academy, ʻŌlelo Hawai‘i program to boost plummeting enrollment
Maui Now - Hawaii
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July 5, 2025
A sign shows the way to St. Anthony School’s main office for the 177-year-old school in Wailuku. HJI / ROB COLLIAS photo WAILUKU — Meldge Ponce, Rayna Ho‘opi‘i and Yessenia Casillas were known as the “Three Musketeers” when they graduated in May...