New tsunami evacuation zone maps on display at Public Information Outreach Workshops
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Hope Chapel Kahaluu reaches out for bone marrow donors
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Maria (Shelly) Lagpacan, pictured above, was recently diagnosed with sickle cell anemia and needs a matching bone marrow donor. Shelly and her fiancé Shaun Sutherland share an embrace (pictured below).
Hui O Hee Nalu Independence Day race has record attendance
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Paddleboarders of all types participated in Da Hui Independence Day race.
A service for surfer Marvin Foster held at Alii Beach Park
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Moiliili residents pack town hall meeting to address ‘homeless problem’
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Moiliili residents spent hours talking about ways to address houselessness in the area.
Certification may be required for Hawaii dams
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West Oahu Family Festival brings weekend fun to the Leeward side
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LEAP lawsuits fight for all Hawaii children, disabled and nondisabled alike
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Autism Training Solutions (ATS) staff film special education methods with Hawaii families and autistic children. ATS is a Hawaii-based company that provides web-based training and support to the autism community and general public.
Sumo in crisis: Allegations of extortion and ties to the criminal underworld
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Sumo wrestlers line up during a ritual ceremony at the start of an annual tournament.
July 2: Out and about on First Friday

Downtown Honolulu's Live on the Lawn and neat on the street

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