AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoOHA Leadership Search: The Office of Hawaiian Affairs has launched a nationwide search for its next Administrator/Chief Executive Officer, with applications prioritized by Sept. 4 and led by Kumabe HR. Military & Land Reuse: Gov. Josh Green says the U.S. Navy is starting the process to return nearly 44 acres on Oʻahu (Kalaeloa) and Molokaʻi (Hoʻolehua) for state stewardship, including existing film/TV production facilities. Interisland Air Service: Lāna‘i Air launched a new daily Molokaʻi–Oʻahu route, adding four flights a day between MKK and HNL with 19-seat aircraft. Public Health Alert: DOH and DAB are urging vigilance as migratory birds return, reminding backyard flock owners to take steps to reduce avian influenza risk. Local Biosecurity Incident: A live opossum was captured at a freight warehouse near Hilo Harbor and euthanized for rabies testing, with no other animals found nearby. Energy Cost Debate: A new report argues “blue state” renewable mandates can raise electricity prices, citing higher rates in places like California and New York. Airline Changes: Alaska Airlines will replace Hawaiian’s 717 fleet with Hawaiian-branded 737-800s starting in 2028, reshaping Neighbor Island capacity. Business Growth at Home: DBEDT will return as official sponsor of the Made in Hawaiʻi Festival, featuring a DBEDT Hawaiʻi Made Pavilion with nearly 30 local businesses.
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