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Hawaii enacts law limiting adult court transfers for abused and trafficked youth
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Hawaii has become the second state to bar trafficked and abused children from being prosecuted as adults in certain cases, after Gov. Josh Green signed SB 2108 into law June 29, 2026. The measure expands trauma-informed review in youth transfer…
Hawaii tax overhaul could affect debt repayment plans
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Blake Goodman, P.C. says Hawaii’s new Act 24 could change how some households budget for debt payments, bankruptcy plans and expected tax refunds.
Lokahi Longevity pushes universal hs-CRP screening in Hawaii
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Lokahi Longevity is promoting universal hs-CRP testing after the American College of Cardiology urged all adults 20 and older to get screened for inflammation-linked cardiovascular risk.
Coral City Tattoo sees rising demand for Polynesian tattoos in Honolulu
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Coral City Tattoo says interest is growing in Polynesian tattoos in Honolulu as residents and visitors seek body art tied to island culture, symbolism and personal storytelling.
Move Happy Group expands Hawaii moving services from Kapolei hub
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Move Happy Group has expanded its 5-star moving and storage services across Hawaii, adding capacity for residential, commercial and military relocations from a new Kapolei base.
Apostle Leina'ala Mars-Opoku receives White House Prayer for Our Nations humanitarian award
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Apostle Leina’ala Mars-Opoku was honored June 5 in Arlington, Virginia, at White House Prayer for Our Nations’ 28th Anniversary Awards Gala. The award recognizes humanitarian and economic development leadership and marks her as the first…
Wedding costs now swallow half a year’s pay in many big US cities
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A new report ranks major US cities by how much of a local household’s annual income an average wedding consumes, showing the sharpest strain in New York, Honolulu and Savannah.
Justice 4 Herb blasts Hawaiʻi health department hemp crackdown
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Justice 4 Herb condemned a new Hawaiʻi Department of Health enforcement push targeting hemp retailers, warning that inspections, embargoes and product destruction could hit small businesses before a federal judge rules on a pending injunction.
Anna Covert’s Covert Code Podcast tops 200,000 followers
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Anna Covert’s Covert Code Podcast has crossed 200,000 followers across YouTube and other platforms, while her Solar Coaster Podcast passed 60,000 followers.
Macadamia nuts market seen reaching $4.8 billion by 2035
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The global macadamia nuts market is projected to nearly double from 2025 to 2035 as demand rises for healthy snacks, plant-based foods and premium ingredients.
South End Capital launches no-doc CRE loan program
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South End Capital has rolled out a nationwide no-documentation commercial real estate loan program for business owners and property investors, with loans up to $500,000 available on a one-page application.
AI travel searches miss independent luxury hotels in category results
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Americas Great Resorts says a June 2026 study of eight independent luxury properties found AI platforms accurately described hotels when asked by name, but often omitted them from broad travel category searches.
Wendy Payne builds Travel with Wendy around personal, niche travel planning
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Travel consultant Wendy Payne, founder of Travel with Wendy & Associates in Huntsville, Alabama, is being recognized for turning decades of hospitality and tourism experience into customized trips across Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska and Hawaii….
Fantasy sports market seen reaching $114.7B by 2033
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Allied Market Research projects the fantasy sports market will grow from $30.5 billion in 2023 to $114.7 billion by 2033, driven by mobile adoption, league partnerships and broader use of digital gaming tools.
Texas tops new ranking of best states for homesteading
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A new DeerBusters study ranks all 50 states on homesteading feasibility, putting Texas first and Montana and Wyoming close behind.
America Mortgages targets global buyers with fast U.S. bridge loans
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America Mortgages said it is closing U.S. luxury bridge loans for foreign nationals, expatriates and high-net-worth borrowers as fast as eight business days.
PumpAlarm.com launches TextLight current monitoring kit
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PumpAlarm.com introduced the TextLight Electrical Current Monitoring Kit for industrial and commercial sites that need to track whether operating current is present or absent.
RVRN Wheels report details order, shipping and warranty process
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A new review of RVRN Wheels says the custom forged wheel maker has third-party accreditation, documented customer builds and a more structured order process than many buyers expect.
Friends Forever Pets launches sitewide bedding sale
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Friends Forever Pets has started a sitewide sale on every dog and cat bed in its catalog, including its Donut Pet Beds and Orthopedic Sofa lines.
Friends Forever Pets cuts prices on six outdoor pet essentials
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Friends Forever Pets has marked down its six-piece outdoor and travel collection for urban pet owners, with prices lowered across carriers, leashes, collars and cleanup gear.
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