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- VAPIHCS: September Across the Islands NewsletterAcross the Islands is the new newsletter for the VA Pacific Islands Healthcare System. Stay informed with the latest updates, health tips, and important information tailored specifically for our veteran… Read more: VAPIHCS: September Across the Islands Newsletter
- VBA Benefits Visit to Maui, 17 Sep 2026A VA Benefits Counselor assigned to the Honolulu VA Regional Office (RO), will be at the Maui Vet Center, September 17, 2026. Appointment required, see attached flyer. Maui Vet Center address: 157… Read more: VBA Benefits Visit to Maui, 17 Sep 2026
- TAPS: Edward Ah Kong LeeEdward Ah Kong Lee, 83, of Hilo died Aug. 4 at Hilo Benioff Medical Center. Born in Hilo, he was a retired Hawaii Fire Department firefighter, retired Hawaii Army National Guard major,… Read more: TAPS: Edward Ah Kong Lee
- 2026 Col. Ronald Hogsten PromotionThe Honorable Josh Green M.D. Governor of the State of Hawaii request the pleasure of your company at a Promotion Ceremony in honor of Colonel Ronald D. Hogsten to the… Read more: 2026 Col. Ronald Hogsten Promotion
- 2026 Officer Candidate School Class 057-26 Commissioning CeremonyBrigadier General Ronald D. Hogsten, Commander, Hawaii Army National Guard, requests the pleasure of your company at the Commissioning Ceremony for Officer Candidate School Class 057-26, on Sunday, the thirteenth… Read more: 2026 Officer Candidate School Class 057-26 Commissioning Ceremony
- Marriage Management, 9/19 or 9/26
- HIARNG Pickleball Tournament
- 81st Anniversary Commemoration of the End of World War II
- TAPS: William KaheleWilliam “Uncle Bill” K. Kahele, 73, of Hilo died June 28 at Hilo Benioff Medical Center. Born in Hilo and raised in in Milolii, he was employed by Loomis Security,… Read more: TAPS: William Kahele
- Understanding Military Discharge Upgrades
- TAPS: Jon DivineWHO: MSG (Ret) Jon D. Divine Public Visitation & Service with Military Honors following: Friday, August 28, 2026, 10:00am – 11:30am Nuuanu Memorial Park 2233 Nuuanu Avenue Honolulu, HI 96817… Read more: TAPS: Jon Divine
- VAPIHCS Across the Islands Newsletter
- TAPS: Stanley HondaStanley S. Honda, 90, of Mililani Mauka, died in Honolulu on Friday May 29, 2026. He was born in Pahala, HI. He was the former Director of the Apprenticeship and… Read more: TAPS: Stanley Honda
- VBA Benefits Visit to Hilo, 25 & 26 August 2026A VA Benefits Counselor assigned to the Honolulu VA Regional Office (RO), will be at the Hilo Vet Center on Tuesday, 25 Aug and Wednesday, 26 Aug 2026. Appointment required. Hilo… Read more: VBA Benefits Visit to Hilo, 25 & 26 August 2026
- HIANG establishes dedicated Recruiting and Retention FlightThe Hawaii Air National Guard activated its first Recruiting and Retention Flight during a ceremony Aug. 1 at the HIANG recruiting offices in Pearl Highlands Center establishing a dedicated organization… Read more: HIANG establishes dedicated Recruiting and Retention Flight
- TAPS: Owen IhaOwen Iha passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 23, 1939 He was retired from Hawaiian Telcom and the Hawaii… Read more: TAPS: Owen Iha
- Retiree News Email: October 26 2010
- Maui County Veterans Council Patriotic LuncheonCommunity Invited to Celebrate the Maui County Veterans Council’s Second Annual Patriotic Luncheon Fun-filled “Bring on the ’90s!” fundraiser supports Maui County veterans while celebrating 38 years of service to… Read more: Maui County Veterans Council Patriotic Luncheon

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