AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoOcean Safety & Conservation: Dr. Sylvia Earle’s DOER Marine is pushing back on fear after the Titan tragedy, saying properly certified submersibles can be “safer than flying,” and unveiling “Honu,” a new deep-diving vehicle planned for French Polynesia. Local Community & Kids: HPD’s South Kohala Community Policing Section hosted its 4th annual Keiki Fishing Derby, drawing 183 keiki for a fun, family-first day at the Cultural Surf Park. Arts & Music: Good Vibez brings Hawaiian rock-reggae trio Pepper to the Fremont Theater Aug. 19, with their “Kona Dub-Rock” sound and alt-reggae opener The Movement. Public Safety & Trust: Sheriff’s Family Day returns Sept. 19 for its 30th year, a free event built to connect families with first responders through demos and hands-on activities. Environment & Policy: Honolulu City Council urges the state to ban aquarium fishing and the Legislature to ban it statewide, following similar county actions. Education & Culture: UH launches the “Shoji Society” to strengthen major giving for athletics, honoring volleyball legend Dave Shoji. Health & Aging: AARP Hawaii offers a free retirement-planning seminar Aug. 22 in Hilo covering Social Security, Medicare, and estate planning. Local Governance: Honolulu City Council confirms Krishna Jayaram as the new Managing Director, tasked with advancing priorities like housing, public safety, and government efficiency.
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