TOP STORY

Advocates and opponents of TMT seek new supporters

The Thirty Meter Telescope has launched an ad campaign on local stations featuring master navigator Kalepa Baybayan. Leaders of the Mauna Kea protest plan to livestream a “Jam 4 Maunakea” concert this Sunday with other organizations and supporters.

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LOCAL NEWS

Number of electric vehicles in Hawai‘i nears milestone

According to the state’s latest energy trend report, the number of passenger EVs in Hawai‘i is up 29.4 percent from the same month a year ago. In contrast, the number of passenger gasoline vehicles in the state grew 0.9 percent.

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Giant drones over Lana‘i?

UH’s Research Corporation thinks Lana‘i can become a global avionics center, assembling and shipping giant drones that will connect the world using 5G. They’ve already built a hangar for the project, which went up in June before receiving government exemptions.

Civil Beat

FACT, FIGURE OR PHRASE

“It’s important that we all take the time to evaluate our strengths and interests and figure out how they can play into solutions. Everyone has something to offer, and every movement needs diversity.”

– Rafael Bergstrom, Executive Director of Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii and CHANGE agent.

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CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT

Get ready for the 17th annual Korean Festival

Head down to Victoria Ward Park this Saturday from 11am-8pm for a celebration of Korean culture. Get your fill of food, pick up some crafts from vendors, take in the cultural displays and entertainment, and why not try your hand at the kimchi eating contest while you’re at it.

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