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CBS Mornings Spotlights “Bravest Lifeguards On the Planet”
There’s no question that Oahu’s North Shore is home to some of the most dangerous waves in the world. But it’s also home to world’s most elite class of lifeguards. CBS Mornings traveled to Pipeline to speak to the men and women whose job it is to put their own lives at risk to save…
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Blazing a Trail for Women in Ocean Safety
Ever since she was a little girl, Toni Watanuki of Unit 15 knew she was destined to be a lifeguard. Watanuki has been a water safety officer at Hanauma Bay for the past three years. Her journey began with the junior lifeguard program, where she found inspiration from her instructors—especially the trailblazing women who helped…
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It’s a Home Run: Two Members Honored in Hall of Fame
One coached the University of Hawaii-Hilo baseball team to more than 500 wins, the other a two-time Olympian who coached UH-Hilo women’s volleyball to six national championships — both are retired Unit 8 members being inducted into the Big Island Sports Hall of Fame. Joey Estrella began his baseball career under legendary UH coach Les…
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New State Board of Directors Sworn In
State Board President Ginet Hayes, a Unit 13 member, challenged the recently elected HGEA State Board of Directors to commit to growing and strengthening the union for the future. Her remarks occurred during the board’s orientation and swearing in on Friday, July 25, marking the beginning of the 2025-2027 term. “To our younger leaders –…
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Peter Oshiro Makes Dining Out Safe In Hawaii
Peter Oshiro, manager of the Environmental Health Program in the Department of Health, has led one of the most critical departments to keep the community safe from communicable diseases. Oshiro, MCEC member, has more than 20 years of service in the union as a steward and board member, and he remains a strong advocate of…
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HGEA on KITV Island Life Live ft. Jaedyn Pavao, Unit 9 Nurse & 2025 Miss Aloha Hula
As we celebrate Nurses’ Week, joining us on KITV Island Life Live is Unit 9 Member Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao. She spoke on her win in the Miss Aloha Hula competition at this year’s Merrie Monarch Festival, and her experience as a Registered Nurse II with the state Department of Health on Kauai.
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Unit 9 Member Jaedyn Pavao Wins Miss Aloha Hula
As we celebrate Nurses’ Week, joining us on KITV Island Life Live is Unit 9 Member Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao. She spoke on her win in the Miss Aloha Hula competition at this year’s Merrie Monarch Festival, and her experience as a Registered Nurse II with the state Department of Health on Kauai.
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Dispatchers Appreciation Week: Unit 4 Members Davlynn Racadio and Melia Johnson
With over two decades of experience in the field, Dispatchers Davlynn Racadio and Melia Johnson, Unit 4 members, have been the lifesaving voice behind the scenes. They were instrumental in coordinating the 2023 Maui Wildfires emergency response with their team, handling over 4,000 calls in a 24-hour period. In recognition of their extraordinary service, Maui…
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Library Workers Appreciation Day: Meet Jessica Gleason
On this Library Workers Day, we are celebrating one of our local superheroes! Since 2006, Wailuku Bookmobile Librarian and Unit 13 member Jessica Gleason has been spreading the love of reading on Maui. She’s a fixture in her community, delivering information and resources to support people in all chapters of their life. Gleason is one…
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HGEA School Psychologists on Island Life Live!
This National School Psychology Week, watch our Island Life Live segment celebrating school psychologists. Unit 13 members Amanda Garrett, based at Mililani Uka Elementary School, and Lynette Cantere, from the Department of Education Honolulu District Office discussed how school psychologists help students succeed even under the strain of high vacancies and what can be done…
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