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Transport of modular homes may cause delays in Lahaina, says Hawai'i DOT

By Aloha State News | Apr 4, 2025

The Hawai'i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced possible traffic delays as modular homes continue to be transported from Kahului to the Ka Laʻi Ola housing site in Lahaina.

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EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Hawaii in 2023

By Aloha State News | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued three grants totaling $1,106,000 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Hawaii.

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Hawaii ranks 9 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Aloha State News | Apr 2, 2025

Hawaii ranks 9 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $50,123 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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Kaipāpaʻu Bridge to open for two-way traffic; expects delays due to construction

By Aloha State News | Apr 2, 2025

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.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Hawaii employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry during 2024?

By Aloha State News | Mar 31, 2025

Employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry based in Hawaii submitted one H-1B petition 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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Hawai‘i egg prices rise, local and mainland costs are now comparable

By Aloha State News | Mar 31, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) recently reported that egg prices in Honolulu saw a significant increase in the first quarter of 2025.

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Hawaii DOT plans emergency zone on Farrington Highway near Keaʻau Stream Bridge

By Aloha State News | Mar 29, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced its plans to declare a traffic emergency zone on Farrington Highway (Route 93) near the Keaʻau Stream Bridge in Mākaha.

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Modular homes to be moved to Lahaina for wildfire victims next week

By Aloha State News | Mar 28, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced potential traffic delays as modular homes are transported for wildfire survivors next week.

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Traffic delays expected on Kaʻahumanu Avenue due to asphalt repairs, warns HDOT

By Aloha State News | Mar 28, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has announced that highway users should anticipate traffic delays on Monday, March 31, due to scheduled asphalt repair work on Kaʻahumanu Avenue (Route 32) in Kahului.

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Intermittent Kūhiō Highway closures announced for Hanalei Hill project April 1-2

By Aloha State News | Mar 28, 2025

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) announced that Kūhiō Highway will undergo intermittent full closures between the Hanalei Fire Station and ʻŌhiki Road.

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Lane closures planned for H-1 Freeway sign maintenance in 2025

By Aloha State News | Mar 28, 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

By Aloha State News | Mar 27, 2025

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

By Aloha State News | Mar 27, 2025

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

By Aloha State News | Mar 27, 2025

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?

By Aloha State News | Mar 26, 2025

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

By Aloha State News | Mar 25, 2025

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

By Aloha State News | Mar 24, 2025

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

By Aloha State News | Mar 21, 2025

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

By Aloha State News | Mar 20, 2025

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

By Aloha State News | Mar 18, 2025

Lahaina player represents Hawaii in the tournament.