- In the MediaRegistration for Big Island’s Summer Meal Program Kaukau 4 Keiki Opens Next WeekFebruary 21, 2026
Big Island Now, Big Island Video News — Kaukau 4 Keiki is a six-week program, sponsored by the nonprofit Vibrant Hawai‘i, that begins the week of June 22 and ends the week of July 31, 2026.
Read More - In the MediaKai Pelayo, Stupski Foundation Named Volunteer, Benefactor of Year by MEOFebruary 18, 2026
Maui Now — Wildfire survivor and advocate Kai Pelayo and the Stupski Foundation, which gifted Maui Economic Opportunity $450,000 for early childhood programs, were named Volunteer and Benefactor of the Year.
Read More - In the MediaCovering the Cost: The Cost of Supporting Hawai‘i’s Local Working FamiliesFebruary 17, 2026
Hawai‘i News Now — Annalisa Burgos talks to Josh Wisch of nonprofit Holomua Collective, who says the outmigration of middle-income workers negatively impacts the local economy.
Read More - In the MediaL&L Hawaiian Barbecue Climbs on Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500February 11, 2026
Pacific Business News, Aloha State Daily — L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, the largest Hawai‘i-based restaurant chain, has been named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500, the world's first and most comprehensive franchise ranking.
Read More - In the MediaCut the CrapFebruary 5, 2026
Hawai‘i Business Magazine — A Cautionary Tale About Cesspools and a Story of Hope
Read More - In the MediaHawaiʻi Homeowners Need More Options to Get Rid of All Cesspools by 2050February 4, 2026
Civil Beat — State lawmakers are taking up a bill this week that would create a low-interest loan program.
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