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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.

Waiehu Municipal Golf Course play to be altered Sept. 14-18 due to aeration work

Waiehu Municipal Golf Course play will be adjusted from Sept. 14 to 18, 2026, while greens and collars will be aerated, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation Department.

Hawaiʻi Community College awarded $920,000 National Science Foundation grant for drone sensors program

Hawaiʻi Community College has secured a new $920,238 National Science Foundation grant to expand education using tools such as drone-mounted sensors to collect data across the state.

South Maui Community Plan site visits and evening meeting scheduled for Monday

The Disaster Recovery, International Affairs and Planning committee will begin its review of the draft South Maui Community Plan Monday with two site inspections on Kūlanihākoʻi Road and East Waipuʻilani Road at Līloa Drive, respectively, and an in-person only, evening meeting at the Kīhei Community Center, Council Member Tamara Paltin announced.

Expanded Disaster Case Management Program announced for statewide services

Gov. Josh Green and the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency announced Friday the expansion of the Statewide Disaster Case Management Program to include households affected by Hurricane Lowell and Hurricane Lala. The program has already been serving those affected by the Kona earthquake and Kona Low storms. Disaster Case Management Programs connect survivors of disasters with […]

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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

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

Local artists chosen for Climate Action Residency program

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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Magnitude-4.0 quake south of Pāhala rumbles Big Island

More than 56 "Felt Reports" were sent to the U.S. Geological Survey within the first half-hour following the quake; the farthest away coming from Honolulu, but it was mostly reported felt around the Big Island.

Big Island police arrest 18 motorists for DUI week of Aug. 31-Sept. 6

There have been 539 DUI arrests so far this year compared with 609 during the same period last year, representing a decrease of 11.49%.

University of Hawaiʻi law school brings recruitment events to Big Island

Two sessions are planned, one in Kona and another in Hilo, offering an invaluable opportunity for prospective students to meet the admissions team, ask questions and gain insight into the the William S. Richardson School of Law experience.

‘Give yourself over to absolute pleasure’: Kick off the spooky season with ‘Rocky Horror’ at Palace

This year's screening, scheduled Sept. 17, takes on more significance after the death 80-year-old Tim Curry, who played the movie's main character Dr. Frank N. Furter; his death was especially poignant for Aloha Theatre in Kealakekua that will present in October the stage version of the film, in which Curry also originated the role.

Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply Hurricane Lala recovery update

The department continues assessment and recovery efforts following catastrophic rainfall and flooding caused by Hurricane Lala, which significantly damaged water system infrastructure in the Nā‘ālehu–Wai‘ōhinu area.

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

While the number of resident-submitted damage assessments increased to 515 by Sunday morning, there is encouraging news: the number of people still using refuge areas is decreasing; also find additional updates about road closures, Port Allen operations, neighborhood centers, disaster recovery scams and more.

Earthquake at magnitude-4.0 located south of Pāhala rumbles Big Island

More than 56 "Felt Reports" were sent to the U.S. Geological Survey within the first half-hour following the quake; the farthest away coming from Honolulu, but it was mostly reported felt around the Big Island.

Kūhiō Highway southbound lane closed for emergency water repairs

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative also is repairing transmission poles on the Hanalei side of Hanalei Bridge today, which requires a lane closure with alternating traffic.

Red Cross provides assistance, sheltering on Kaua‘i during and in aftermath of Hurricane Lowell

Teams saw and continue to see significant damage in parts of the island as they work to reach the hardest hit areas; emergency supply distribution and damage assessment teams are making their way into these areas.

Go and Know: Department of Health offers free breast, cervical cancer screenings for eligible women

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Hawaiʻi; an average of 1,287 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and 172 die from the disease each year in the islands.