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Hawai‘i congressional delegation urges approval of Presidential Disaster Declaration requests following Hurricanes Lowell and Lala

Hawai‘i’s congressional delegation is urging the President to approve Gov. Josh Green’s requests for Presidential Major Disaster Declarations following the devastating impacts of Hurricanes Lowell and Lala.

Kīhei woman reported missing by concerned family

Kaleiui Kahue-Boynes, 32, of Kīhei was reported missing by a concerned family member on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. She was last seen by a family member at her Kīhei residence on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, around 6:30 p.m.

Kīlauea, Hanalei elementary schools set to reopen following Hurricane Lowell

Kīlauea Elementary will reopen to students and employees Tuesday, Sept. 15. Hanalei Elementary will reopen to employees Tuesday to prepare the campus, with students returning Wednesday, Sept. 16.

Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra set to perform free MELE FOR MAUI concert Sept. 19 in Kāʻanapali

In its 15th anniversary season, the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra will visit Maui for the first time in 10 years, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Sept. 19, for a free MELE FOR MAUI summer classical music concert event at the Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows in Kāʻanapali. The orchestra was recently designated as the “official state orchestra of Hawai‘i.” […]

Marigold Zoll tapped to lead Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife

Marigold Zoll has been selected to lead the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife.

Volcano Watch — Remembering the 1919–1920 Maunaiki eruption of Kīlauea

Kīlauea has drawn huge crowds to witness the lava fountaining episodes from its summit crater of Halemaʻumaʻu since December 2024, with many visitors hiking trails and visiting overlooks to watch the eruption. However, there are many other trails across the unique, lava-strewn landscape of Kīlauea that can be hiked during pauses between lava fountaining episodes, including the Footprints Trail.

Hawaiʻi National Guard assists Maui and Kauaʻi with vital response following Hurricane Lowell

The Hawaiʻi National Guard mobilized to execute operations leading up to and in the wake of Hurricane Lowell.

Kauaʻi state offices, most public schools, Kauaʻi Community College and courts to reopen Monday

Gov. Josh Green announced that state offices, most Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) public schools, Kauaʻi Community College and Judiciary facilities on Kauaʻi will reopen Monday, Sept. 14, as conditions continue to improve following Hurricane Lowell.

Magnitude-4.0 earthquake south of Pāhala, Island of Hawaiʻi

On Sunday, Sept. 13, 8 a.m. HST, a magnitude-4.0 earthquake occurred 2 miles south of Pāhala on the Island of Hawaiʻi at a depth of 8 miles below sea level. The earthquake had no apparent impact on either Maunaloa or Kīlauea volcanoes, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

Hale Makua’s 80th anniversary celebration week

Hale Makua will gather with employees, residents, and families for a week-long celebration marking an 80 year milestone of serving the Maui community.

Sensory spaces expand to all 10 UH campuses, supporting campus well-being

A sensory-friendly initiative that began at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa has expanded to all 10 UH campuses, giving students, faculty and staff across the system access to tools designed to reduce stress, improve focus and support overall well-being.

2026 Maui County Fair contests announced, healthy babies, student art and more

The 2026 Maui County Fair will offer opportunities for community members of all ages to participate in contests, competitions and exhibitions when the 99th fair returns Oct. 1-4,. Opportunities range from the Healthy Baby Contest for Maui’s youngest keiki to student competitions featuring agriculture, filmmaking and Esports, as well as fiber arts and animal exhibitions.

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‘Climate change sucks’: Battered by storms, Hawai‘i communities search for more resilient solutions
Water scarcity a top concern for Maui County political candidates
Summer wildfires dropped in Maui County during busy, rainy hurricane season
Maui farmers brace for approaching storms after major crop losses in year of extreme weather

History & Culture Chevron Forward

Hawaiian Moment — ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu, Hawaiʻi’s oldest Hawaiian civic society
Hawaiian Mission Houses and Makawao Cemetery present Cemetery History Theatre, July 18 and 19
Kaula Lūʻau production nominated for USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Award
Hawaiian Native Corporation provides funding to Hui Hānai for upcoming publication

Maui Business Chevron Forward

State economists trim 2026 growth outlook as inflation, reduced visitor days weigh on economy

Bank of Hawai‘i to reopen its Līhu‘e, ‘Ele‘ele, and Wai‘anae branches following Hurricane Lowell

Hawaiian Telcom Unveils Future-Ready Business Fiber Platform Engineered for 10 Gig Connectivity

Nā Hoaloha ‘Ekolu celebrates 40 years and welcomes a new chapter of local leadership

Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui names Dr. Kari Luna Nunokawa as Chief Executive Officer

Arts & Entertainment Chevron Forward

Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra set to perform free MELE FOR MAUI concert Sept. 19 in Kāʻanapali

2026 Maui County Fair contests announced, healthy babies, student art and more

Lāhainā Think Space set for gathering Sept. 18 in New York City

Outrigger Kāʻanapali Beach Resort presents 34th Annual Hula O Nā Keiki at Kamehameha Schools Maui, Oct. 9-10

Festivals of Aloha brings Aloha Friday to Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Sept. 11

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Hana Hou Hospitality’s Round-Up Program supports Maui nonprofits
Wolfgang Puck and Byron Lazaroff-Puck bring their global Generational Tasting Tour to Spago Maui
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea introduces new café experience, Pantry Maui by Madhappy
Maui Coffee Association honors Kimo Falconer as 2026 Farmer of the Year
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Housing & Real Estate Chevron Forward

County Department of Housing seeks applications for FY 2028 Affordable Housing Fund projects
Maui County home and condo sales increase in August as median prices decline
Community invitation to meeting on proposed Hale Makua Workforce Housing project, Sept. 9
Maui Council panel votes 5-4 to adopt sea-level-rise criteria for apartment rezoning in new hotel districts

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

Special Fair Day to return Friday, Oct. 2, to Wailuku
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea debuts The Queen’s Garden: Uluhaimalama 
West Maui keiki invited to inaugural Kā‘anapali Keiki Fishing Tournament End of Summer Bash
Nō Ka ʻOi Aesthetics presents Flow & Glow wellness event at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

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Damaging storms and other issues discussed at Hawaiʻi State Association of Counties conference

As all four major counties on Hawaiʻi recover from flooding and damages, leaders say coastal retreat, better access and backup power are needed, especially in rural areas.

Business Monday: Hilo Pizza Co. serving up New York-style pies and slices that patrons can customize

Hilo Pizza Company has become a small staple of the Puainako Center since 2023, offering Hilo residents a taste of thin-crust pizza with a menu that features dough made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients.

‘Power of partnership’: Pizzas flown to Kauaʻi help feed storm-devastated residents, passengers stuck at Līhuʻe Airport

The mass food distribution event, in partnership with Domino's Hawaiʻi and Rainbow Helicopters, was part of the nonprofit's Hurricane Lowell relief efforts; fresh slices and aloha arrived the afternoon of Sept. 10, with Capt. Sam LeMar from the Hilo Temple Corps on the Big Island helping.

Upcoming University of Hawai’i at Hilo Vulcans events for Sept. 14-20

University of Hawai‘i at Hilo women's soccer defeated Hawai‘i Pacific University on Sunday on Vulcan Soccer Field; it was the only home game Hilo teams have this week.

Police ask for public help with locating missing endangered elderly man

Jerome Lampman is 5-foot-4, 140 lbs., white, with gray hair; the 79-year-old was last seen the evening of Sept. 11 in Ocean View. Have you seen him?

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Salvation Army airlifts pizzas to feed storm-devastated residents, passengers stuck at Līhuʻe Airport

The mass food distribution event in support of Hurricane Lowell relief efforts on Kauaʻi and was in partnership with Domino's Hawaiʻi and Rainbow Helicopters; fresh slices and aloha arrived the afternoon of Sept. 10.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Monday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

It's been a week since Hurricane Lowell caused mass destruction and outages throughout Kaua'i County, but officials report a sense of normalcy is returning; also find updates about road closures, food distribution, public schools reopening, cleaning up mold, household waste and recycling and more.

Hawaiʻi counties discuss common challenges at conference, including dealing with severe weather

As all four major counties on Hawaiʻi recover from flooding and damages, leaders say coastal retreat, better access and backup power are needed, especially in rural areas.

All in-person services at Līhuʻe Civic Center closed through this week

The Kauaʻi County facility, which houses services such as driver licensing and motor vehicle registration, tax payments, sewer billing, Section 8 rental assistance and more, will remain closed through Sept. 18 after a fire destroyed critical county information technology infrastructure.

Kauai Weather Forecast for September 14, 2026

Relatively dry and weak trades will gradually strengthen through Wednesday, then become moderate through next weekend. Moisture from the remains of Norbert...