AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHurricane Lala Recovery: Hawaiian Electric says power restoration is underway but outages remain widespread after the storm, with about 117,300 customers statewide without electricity as crews assess major damage—especially on Hawaiʻi Island where rural areas could face weeks-long outages and transmission repairs are already in motion. Infrastructure Access: On the Big Island, emergency crews cleared a path through debris on Highway 11 to reopen access to Kaʻū Hospital in Pāhala, where staff and patients were isolated by washed-out roads and damaged bridges. Energy & Cost Relief: SunSource Power launched a “Solar for All” campaign aimed at making rooftop solar more affordable for Hawaii residents, pitching zero upfront costs and no credit checks. Local Business & Jobs: UH Community College System earned a top-11 national ranking from WalletHub, highlighting tuition, graduation and student support metrics across campuses. Consumer & Travel: Expedia’s fall outlook says shoulder-season deals are harder to find, but Honolulu still offers summer-style value compared with fall. Entertainment: WWE added a second Hawaii show—Oct. 17 at Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu—after strong ticket demand for its return. Policy & Compliance: Hawaii’s Insurance Commissioner issued guidance on public adjuster compensation and temporary licensing rules to speed claims work after Lala.
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