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AGP Executive Report

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Business Costs: Hawaiʻi’s new Climate Rebate Finder brings scattered incentives into one place, helping residents and local businesses find savings on building upgrades, water efficiency and clean transportation. Labor Market: September unemployment rose to 2.8% statewide and 3.1% in Maui County; Hawaiʻi added 400 jobs over the year. Shipping: Matson christened the first of three new vessels in its roughly $1 billion fleet investment. The Makua is due to enter service in early 2027, adding capacity and reliability to Hawaiʻi routes. Agriculture: UH will lead a $40 million coffee and cacao research lab, while a separate company plans to grow avocados on 1,000 Maui acres. Tourism Infrastructure: The Hawaiʻi Convention Center’s $108.7 million repair project faces further delays.

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Oct. 12, 2026

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ACCC releases guidance on business emissions claims to consumers

The National Tribune |

Owner: The National Tribune Australia info about owner

The National Tribune

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Owned By	The National Tribune Australia
Year Founded	2019
Website	https://www.nationaltribune.com.au/
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Access Type	open
Publication Location	Australia, Toowoomba
Owner Country	Australia

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3 hours ago

Multiple recalls raise safety concerns for Louisiana consumers

Avoyelles Today - Louisiana |

Owner: Kevin Moody info about owner

Avoyelles Today - Louisiana

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Owned By	Kevin Moody through The Moody Company & Louisiana State Newspapers
Year Founded	1978
Website	www.avoyellestoday.com
Domain Registration Year	2007
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Louisiana, Marksville
Owner Country	United States

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7 hours ago

Football: Lobos slip, stumble and survive in Hawaii

The Daily Lobo - New Mexico |

Owner: University of New Mexico info about owner

The Daily Lobo - New Mexico

Pending

Owned By	University of New Mexico
Year Founded	1895
Website	www.dailylobo.com
Domain Registration Year	1999
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
Owner Country	United States

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18 hours ago

Hawaii’s plantation legacy leaves lasting risks of flooding and fires

Hawaii Tribune Herald |

Owner: Todd Carpenter & Canso Investment Counsel info about owner

Hawaii Tribune Herald

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Owned By	Todd Carpenter through Carpenter Media Group & Canso Investment Counsel through Black Press Media & Oahu Publications Inc
Year Founded	1895
Website	www.hawaiitribune-herald.com
Domain Registration Year	1999
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Hawaii, Hilo
Owner Country	Canada

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Oct. 19, 2026

Honolulu named American World War II Heritage City

Hawaii News Now |

Owner: Gray Media Inc. info about owner

Hawaii News Now

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Owned By	Gray Media Inc. (Hilton H. Howell Chairman & Co-CEO)
Year Founded	2009
Website	https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/
Domain Registration Year	2009
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Hawaii, Honolulu
Owner Country	United States

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Oct. 19, 2026

Hawaii Is Finding A Clever Solution To Recycle Ocean Plastic

BGR - New York |

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BGR - New York

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Owned By	Static Media (Novacap Partner & Investor, Reggie Renner CEO)
Year Founded	2006
Website	bgr.com
Domain Registration Year	2003
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, New York, New York City
Owner Country	United States

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17 hours ago

University of Hawaii to invest $123M for system’s top priorities

Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii |

Owner: Todd Carpenter & Canso Investment Counsel info about owner

Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii

Neutral

Owned By	Todd Carpenter through Carpenter Media Group & Canso Investment Counsel through Black Press Media & Oahu Publications Inc
Year Founded	2010
Website	www.staradvertiser.com
Domain Registration Year	2009
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Hawaii, Honolulu
Owner Country	Canada

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17 hours ago

Column: Why liquefied natural gas is a threat to Hawaii’s environment and sustainability

Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii |

Owner: Todd Carpenter & Canso Investment Counsel info about owner

Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii

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Owned By	Todd Carpenter through Carpenter Media Group & Canso Investment Counsel through Black Press Media & Oahu Publications Inc
Year Founded	2010
Website	www.staradvertiser.com
Domain Registration Year	2009
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Hawaii, Honolulu
Owner Country	Canada