AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMemorial Day crunch hits Hawaii: AAA says 45 million Americans will travel Thursday–Monday, with gas still near 4-year highs—Hawaii is among the priciest states at about $5.62/gal (GasBuddy), and INRIX warns of the worst traffic Friday 3–6 p.m. and Monday afternoon. Big Island quake + volcano watch: A 6.0 quake rattled South Kona near Honaunau-Nāpōʻopoʻo at 9:46 p.m.; no tsunami, but USGS/HVO say Kīlauea could erupt again in days. Travel shake-ups: Spirit’s shutdown may leave some travelers scrambling for budget alternatives just as summer demand ramps. Local governance: Hawaii County Council approved property tax rate adjustments, including higher tiers for nonresidents and high-value second homes. Tourism culture: Poʻipū Beach in Kauaʻi takes Dr. Beach’s 2026 No. 1 spot, keeping Hawaii in the spotlight heading into peak season.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.