DLNR Leadership Transition: Gov. Josh Green announced Dawn Chang will retire as chairperson and director of the Department of Land and Natural Resources on July 1, with Ryan Kanakaʻole stepping in and David Day named first deputy—an important shift for Hawaiʻi’s land, water, and cultural stewardship. Lahaina Recovery & Cultural Restoration: Maui County secured $2 million to restore Mokuʻula and Loko o Mokuhinia, once seen as the spiritual and political center of the Hawaiian Kingdom, tying recovery to Native Hawaiian knowledge. Volcano Watch: Kīlauea hit a new record for eruptive episodes in its current cycle, offering fresh clues for geologists studying how the volcano behaves. Community & Culture on Stage: Kumu Kahua Theatre’s “Memory Beads” brings family stories, Alzheimer’s awareness, and immigration history to the spotlight. Education & Local Leadership: Hawaiʻi Community College chancellor Susan Kazama announced her retirement after 40 years with UH, marking the end of an era for the statewide campus network. Ocean Lifestyle: The annual POP Fishing, Marine and Seafood Expo returns to Pier 38 with family activities, demos, and local ocean culture. Food Innovation: The 4th annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference focuses on turning local food ideas into market-ready products. Legal/Immigration Impact: A federal judge struck down Trump’s proposed $100,000 H-1B fee as an unlawful tax, a win for employers relying on skilled foreign workers. Arts & Craft: “Handwork 2026” spotlights handmade American artforms with a year-long initiative and new PBS programming.