AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAir Travel & Loyalty: U.S. News ranks American Airlines’ AAdvantage as the new No. 1 airline rewards program, knocking Alaska/Hawaiian’s Atmos Rewards off the top after 11 straight years. Local Safety & Roads: Hawaii raises the minimum age for riding in truck beds from 12 to 16 as roads get faster—testing a cherished island tradition. Tourism Scam Watch: State officials warn of rising fake vacation rental listings; scammers reuse real photos, then push quick payments via wire, apps, gift cards, or crypto. Wildlife Update: NOAA relocated Hawaiian monk seal pup RV58 to a more remote Oahu shoreline after Rocky weaned her—aiming to reduce crowd pressure. Hawaiʻi Outdoors: Honolulu firefighters made two Diamond Head rescues for hikers with medical issues, both declined hospital transport. Community & Culture: Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Maui Calls gala returns Aug. 22 with “Celebrating Vintage Aloha Wear,” plus food, wine, and auctions supporting arts and education. Weather & Surf: Trade winds stay active with breezy conditions and elevated east-shore surf; Hurricane Fausto is being monitored. Road Fatality: Police identified Laura Walker, 76, as the driver killed in a Highway 11 head-on crash in Volcano. Aloha in Music: grentperez wraps up Oahu shows at Blue Note Hawaii and teases his next EP “g00se” for Aug. 13.
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