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Hui Mālama O Ke Kai Foundation will replace Hawaii Sea Grant as Hanauma Bay’s education provider in May 2026, introducing “Papahana Hanauma” — a program integrating traditional Hawaiian storytelling and language into conservation education.
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Pope Francis has appointed Jesuit Father Michael Thomas Tupou Castori as Honolulu’s next bishop, bringing Pacific Island heritage and uncommon Jesuit leadership to Hawaii’s diverse Catholic community. The July 28 ordination marks a historic moment for the diocese.
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A new HANO report reveals Hawaii’s nonprofit crisis: 66% operate on budgets under $1M, only 27% pay living wages, and $126M in federal grants face political risk. This threatens services for the islands’ most vulnerable populations.
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The Hui Mālama O Ke Kai Foundation takes over Hanauma Bay’s education program, rebranding it as “Papahana Hanauma” with a focus on Native Hawaiian cultural practices alongside marine science. The shift represents a significant change from UH Sea Grant’s 38-year tenure managing visitor education at the popular preserve.
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Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Foundation launches relief fund for North Shore businesses damaged by recent Kona Low storms. Grants up to $10,000 available for repairs, equipment, and payroll assistance.
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Hui Mālama O Ke Kai Foundation takes over Hanauma Bay’s education program this month, rebranding it as ‘Papahana Hanauma’ and centering Native Hawaiian language and reef stewardship after nearly 40 years under UH Sea Grant. The change reflects a broader push to indigenize programming at Hawaii’s culturally significant sites.
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Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii takes over Hanauma Bay’s education program this month, bringing enhanced conservation messaging and community focus to Oahu’s most popular snorkeling destination. The transition promises updated interactive elements while maintaining the mandatory visitor education requirements.
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Master lei maker ‘Uncle Moki’ Labra won the Mayor’s grand prize at Kapiolani Park’s 98th Lei Day celebration, while Puamana Louise Garcia was crowned the new Lei Day Queen. Both champions plan to use their recognition to preserve and teach Hawaiian cultural traditions year-round.
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Hawaii maintains the nation’s highest housing wage in 2026, requiring minimum-wage workers to work 114 hours weekly to afford rent. Local residents share stories of the ongoing housing crisis affecting Honolulu’s working families.
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Puamana Louise Garcia follows her mother’s footsteps as Lei Queen at the 98th May Day celebration at Kapiolani Park. The family legacy highlights Honolulu’s thriving lei-making community as the festival approaches its 100th anniversary.
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