
EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Hawaii in 2023
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued three grants totaling $1,106,000 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Hawaii.
Kaipāpaʻu Bridge to open for two-way traffic; expects delays due to construction
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced that a new structure for the Kaipāpaʻu Bridge in Hau‘ula will open for two-way traffic on Wednesday, April 2.
- How many H-1B petitions were made by Hawaii employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry during 2024?
- Hawai‘i egg prices rise, local and mainland costs are now comparable
- Hawaii DOT plans emergency zone on Farrington Highway near Keaʻau Stream Bridge
- Modular homes to be moved to Lahaina for wildfire victims next week
- Traffic delays expected on Kaʻahumanu Avenue due to asphalt repairs, warns HDOT
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Lane closures planned for H-1 Freeway sign maintenance in 2025
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced its destination sign maintenance plan for the H-1 Freeway, starting in April 2025.
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HDOT announces weekend closures for H-1 Freeway/Airport Viaduct repairs
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced full closures of certain on- and off-ramps on the H-1 Freeway/Airport Viaduct over the next two weekends.
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H-201 Moanalua Freeway closure extended through end of May for maintenance
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced the extension of the nightly full closure of the westbound Moanalua Freeway from the Middle Street overpass to the Fort Shafter/Kaua Street on-ramp.
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Fort Barrette Road lane closures continue for railroad upgrades
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced the continuation of lane closures on Fort Barrette Road between Kapolei Parkway and Kama‘aha Avenue.
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How many H-1B petitions made by Hawaii employers were approved during 2024?
In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Hawaii were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Hawaii saw 13.7% increase in transfer dependency percentage between 1970 and 2022
In 2022, government transfers contributed 18.2% of income in Hawaii. How does this compare to historical figures?
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Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry file 27 H-1B petitions in Hawaii throughout 2024
Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in Hawaii submitted 27 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Hawaiʻi DOT cancels H-1 Eastbound closure due to weather forecast
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced the cancellation of the continuous weekend closure on the eastbound H-1 Freeway.
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Hawai'i offers free fire ant treatment for O'ahu homeowners
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has launched a program offering free treatment for little fire ant (LFA) infestations on residential properties in O‘ahu.
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Lola Donez from Hawaii to play in women’s NCAA March Madness tournament
Lahaina player represents Hawaii in the tournament.