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Mayor Bissen’s 2026 State of the County Address
In his address, he highlighted Maui County’s continued progress across housing, recovery, well-being and economic stability, while outlining actions to strengthen communities and build a resilient future. March 05, 2026 · 06:35pm
Year of opportunity kicks off for Hawaiʻi’s creative economy and film industry
Last week, a Hawaiian blessing for the Season 2 production launch of “UNTAMED”marked the popular Netflix series’ shift to its new setting of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, with the production...Maui News Governor orders flags flown at half-staff with passing of former US Rep. Colleen…
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Hawaiʻi public schools advance farm-to-school efforts with new small farm partnerships
Maui Food Bank purchases eight-acre Central Maui parcel to build future resiliency campus
Home fire in Kanaio displaces six, results in $550,000 in damage
1,935 whales spotted across Hawaiʻi, 847 off Maui during second count for the 2026 season
President Trump explains US Military action in Iran; Hawaiʻi Congressional delegation…
Updated Maui water conservation rules take effect March 1
Attorney General provides scheduled, biweekly update on ongoing investigation into…
UHERO: Hawaiʻi economy turns a corner, moves beyond recession with modest growth
Maui Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grants awarded to 11 local projects
HJI As demand for organic food rises, federal program to help local farmers transition is cut…
HJI Haleakalā telescope opponents show up in droves, but hold little hope the military is…
Auditor releases findings of County of Maui Fraud Risk Assessment, identifies gaps
Kamaliʻi Elementary celebrated in newly published math book; Dr. Allison Hintz welcomed…
33rd Annual Na Po‘e Pa‘ahana Awards celebrates Hawaiʻi’s hospitality workforce
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Trilogy Excursions welcomes home Trilogy VI: A symbol of resilience and renewal for the…
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MACC presents Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper
Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents the exhibition Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper in Schaefer International Gallery, showcasing the work of nine contemporary artists who explore the astounding potential of washi, or “Japanese paper.” The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.
WATCH: Hirono questions top military brass about readiness, impacts of Iran war, women in combat
Hirono, ranking member of the subcommittee, questioned witnesses about readiness of their respective forces in light of the ongoing war in Iran.
Governor orders flags flown at half-staff with passing of former US Rep. Colleen Hanabusa
Gov. Josh Green has ordered that the US and Hawaiʻi state flags be flown at half-staff at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol and all state offices and agencies to honor former US Rep. and Hawaiʻi Senate President Colleen Hanabusa. She died March 5. Born and raised in Waiʻanae, Hanabusa was a graduate of the University of […]
Volcano Watch — USGS updates ‘Volcano Observatory Notice to Aviation’ alerts
The Volcano Observatory Notice to Aviation is a notification product used by volcano observatories globally to inform the aviation community (pilots, air traffic managers, dispatchers, meteorologists, and airlines) of volcanic activity that could pose a hazard to aviation. An upcoming change in message formatting will improve the way that the aviation community gets this information.
25 orphaned kittens adopted through pet pilot foster program at WCCC
Under the program, the Hawaiian Humane Society’s Foster Care team trained Johnston and Paulich, both minimum custody inmates, on how to tend to the orphaned kittens to help them thrive. In turn, the inmates developed useful skills to help them prepare for successful reintegration into the community upon their release.
Resort observatory program on Maui zooms in on ‘blood moon’ during lunar eclipse
A rare “blood moon” lunar eclipse was fully visible over Hawaiʻi on March 3, 2026, and guests at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa had a front-row seat. The resort hosted a special viewing under the clear skies of Maui, where travelers gathered to watch the lunar eclipse unfold in real time.
Color Festival Hawaiʻi offers free admission for 2026 event
Imua Family Services will host the Color Festival Hawaiʻi with free admission for all attendees on April 5 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, featuring live music and a helicopter egg drop. The event, which begins at noon, serves as a “friend-raiser” to support the nonprofit’s mission of aiding children with special needs and […]
Four Maui students earn honors in regional art competition
Four Maui students are among the regional winners of the 63rd Annual Hawaiʻi Regional Scholastic Art Awards, securing recognition for creative works ranging from sculpture to mixed media painting.
Tokuda votes against partisan Farm Bill, fights for Hawaiʻi priorities
Tokuda ultimately opposed the measure, citing its failure to address the rising costs facing farmers and producers, support the nutrition needs of working families—from keiki to kupuna—and provide meaningful investment in rural economies. The bill cleared the committee by a vote of 34-17 and now goes to the full House of Representatives for consideration.
OHA selects consultant to study feasibility of Native Hawaiian Cultural Center
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs has selected AEA Consulting, an internationally recognized firm specializing in cultural strategy and planning, to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the development of a Native Hawaiian Cultural Center in Kakaʻako Makai.
Mayor Bissen’s 2026 State of the County Address
In his address, he highlighted Maui County’s continued progress across housing, recovery, well-being and economic stability, while outlining actions to strengthen communities and build a resilient future.
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa appoints Kaplan to Associate Director of Leisure Sales
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa announced the appointment of Stefanie Kaplan as Associate Director of Leisure Sales. In this role Kaplan will direct the resort’s leisure sales strategy, strengthen key travel partnerships and expand market presence for the oceanfront destination on Kāʻanapali Beach.
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Kahaluʻu Beach Park in Kailua-Kona to be closed several days at beginning of May
The Kohala Centerʻs ReefTeach program and Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources ask and urge the public to refrain from swimming, snorkeling and surfing in Kahaluʻu Bay during the closure to support the successful reproduction, settlement and recruitment of new cauliflower coral, as well as give Kahaluʻu this brief — yet essential — time for rejuvenation.
UPDATE: Telephone service restored at Hilo courthouse
Service was initially interrupted three hours ago≥
27th annual State Employees’ Food and Fund Drive officially kicks off
State employees have supported the drive since 1999, collecting food and raising funds for Hawaiʻi Foodbank and its statewide affiliates; this year's drive runs through May 8.
Kauai News
‘GET Local’: Keiki chefs can find new food adventures by entering video cooking contest
Budding cooks should create a 5- to 7-minute video preparing a healthy recipe with at least one locally sourced fruit, vegetable or protein; winners receive an immersive farm and food adventure, going behind the scenes to learn directly from professionals in the culinary arts and local agriculture.
Former Hawai‘i congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa dies
Gov. Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and all Hawaiʻi National Guard facilities immediately, until sunrise on March 9.
WATCH: Hirono questions top military brass about readiness, impacts of Iran war, women in combat
The Hawai‘i Democrat, ranking member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, asked each witness: “How are you supposed to determine impact on readiness if you don’t know the extent of this war, what it is going to take?”
