Year: 2026

Joseph Alexander Riveira Sr., 71, of Hilo, died in Hilo on April 13, 2026. He was born on Oʻahu on December 14, 1954. He honorably served in the Air National Guard and earned Rifle M16 Expert and Hand Grenade Sharpshooter…

Lt. Col. Melvin K. Matsui was a determined individual. He faced challenges professionally and personally but always tried to be honorable and do well. Melvin Matsui’s first act begins with the Vietnam war as he had joined the U.S Air…

The latest edition of the Hawaiʻi Department of Defense newsletter is live — check out HIDOD stories, highlights, and achievements from across the force. From aviation units earning national safety recognition to Guardsmen making a difference in our communities, this…

https://youtu.be/Yj52NceQV1A WAIMANALO, Hawaii - A combination of 11 Soldiers from across the island were pushed to their physical and mental limits during the Hawaii Army National Guard’s 2026 Best Warrior Competition, held March 6-8. The grueling three-day event took place at…

Photo from Darrell Bactad RONALD KIYOSHI IZUTSU 82, of Kaneohe, a retired Senior Master Sergeant and contracting officer for the Hawaii Air National Guard 154th Logistics Squadron, passed away on January 25, 2026 at home. He was born in Honolulu.…

Elswood Everett Kamakakoa Noeau, 47, of Keaau died Feb. 27 at home. Born in Kealakekua, he was a union carpenter and mason and Hawaii National Guard veteran. Services held. Online condolences: homelanimemorialpark.com.  Survived by Son, Kai (Leah) Noeau of Waialua, Oahu; Daughter, Quirrashea…

HONOLULU, HAWAII, UNITED STATES Story by Christopher Perrine, Defense Health Agency   Good news for Hawaii's military community: navigating your healthcare just got easier. The newly-released Hawaii Patient Guidebook is a comprehensive tool designed for all local TRICARE beneficiaries. Inside, beneficiaries will find…