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Hawaiʻi’s statewide emergency siren test, May 1

The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.

Volcano Watch — Kīlauea summit eruptions outside of Halemaʻumaʻu

Volcano Watch: While eruptions at the summit of Kīlauea most frequently occur within Halemaʻumaʻu, they can occur outside of the modern caldera as well.

Mother’s Day Happenings at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Guests and residents alike are invited to gather in the Haleakalā Gardens for a multi-course Mother’s Day brunch buffet that will feature a chef-inspired menu of fresh favorites, with highlights including a raw seafood bar and carving station. End the day at Kilolani Spa, and indulge in the Mother’s Day Escape package, with 2.5 hours of treatments accompanied by a glass of champagne.

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retires after 25 years

Hawai‘i State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson will be retiring from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism effective April 30, 2026, concluding 25 years of service managing the Hawai‘i Film Office and the state’s film program.

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center announces Receiving Day for Impressions & Imprints

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center invites artists to submit work for Impressions & Imprints, a juried exhibition bringing together artists working in printmaking, metalsmithing, and ceramics. Online registration will be open from May 12–19, 2026, with Artwork Receiving Day taking place on Tuesday, May 19, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center in Makawao.

Kona Low storms drive March visitor spending down 1.6%

Back-to-back Kona Low storms in March hobbled Hawaiʻi’s tourism economy, triggering an estimated $300 million in lost revenue as flooding, flight cancellations and attraction closures disrupted spring break travel across the islands.

UH study shows researchers can predict El Niño 15 months in advance

Researchers from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa published a study showing that they can skillfully predict El Niño and La Niña 15 months ahead of time using only observations of the ocean surface temperature and height—no complex climate model needed.

Maui Business Salon to highlight local food trucks, May 5

Akakū Maui Community Media will host itʻs May Maui Business Tuesdays event with the theme “Maui Food Trucks.” The salon will be held Tuesday May 5, 2026 from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Akakū Center in Suite 204 and hybrid via Zoom.

The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, May 9

Each year on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers across the country collect non-perishable food donations from customers. These donations go directly to local food pantries to provide food to people who need our help.

Hirono presses Burgum on US history, staffing cuts; demands accountability

US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, questioned US Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on the Department’s efforts to remove mentions of key aspects of US history, including slavery, in national parks across the country.

Case opposes funding measure that slashes nutrition assistance to Hawaiʻi families

US Rep. Ed Case (HI-01) voted in his Appropriations Committee against his majority colleagues’ Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies funding measure.

Maui Council Budget Committee slightly trims mayor’s $1.616 billion budget

The Maui County Council’s Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee completed its review of Mayor Richard Bissen’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget this week, unanimously adopting a revised spending plan of approximately $1.608 billion.

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Loss of land in storm complicates recovery for ‘Īao Valley residents
As state, Maui Health decide future of damaged Kula Hospital, another long-term care facility nears capacity
Hawaiʻi designates April 27 as Brother Joseph Dutton Day for his work at Kalaupapa Settlement on Molokaʻi
Maui businesses brace for higher shipping costs as state bill moves closer to reality

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Hawaiian Moment – Baldwin House
Hawaiian Moment — Ola I ka wai a ka ʻōpua. There is life in the water from the clouds.
Hundreds honor life, legacy of beloved kumu hula Nālani Kanakaʻole
Fairmont Kea Lani announces Ho‘okumu: A celebration of Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi

Maui Business Chevron Forward

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retires after 25 years

Kona Low storms drive March visitor spending down 1.6%

Maui Business Salon to highlight local food trucks, May 5

Dept. of the Attorney General warns public of individual allegedly impersonating Hawaiʻi state official

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua appoints Courtney Conching as Director of Group Sales

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Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center announces Receiving Day for Impressions & Imprints

Maui Kamehameha Parade issues call for parade entries

The MACC presents Earth, Wind & Fire, June 14

Kaniala Masoe headlines next free Lahaina Concert

Lei Day at Wailuku First Friday, May 1

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Mother’s Day Happenings at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
45th Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival lineup, June 25-28, 2026
Point Break Pizza & Panini Partners with Pacific Whale Foundation for May Fundraising Campaign
Cinco de Mayo returns to West Maui at Lahaina Cannery
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LCLT opens homebuyer portal for Lahaina-rooted residents seeking path to homeownership
Hawaiʻi will need nearly 60,000 new homes by 2050, AARP report finds
UH Maui College hosts green building presentation for Earth Day
First cohort graduates from BIA Hawaiʻi PACT Program at Kīpūola Kauhale

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Mother’s Day Happenings at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Wailea Beach Resort to host Lei Day celebration, May 2
Maui Kamehameha Parade issues call for parade entries
Maui Chocolate Tour introduces new Farm and Feast Experience

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University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo celebrates National Public Garden Day with guided tours

Celebrate National Public Gardens Day at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Botanical Garden with free tours and a unique chance to explore rare tropical plant collections this May.

Monthly statewide outdoor emergency siren test slated morning of May 1

All sirens will sound a 1-minute steady tone, accompanied by a test of the Emergency Alert System in cooperation with the Hawai‘i broadcast industry.

Senate, House money committees approve state supplemental budget bill

The measure was finalized Thursday evening, April 30, in a joint conference committee; it now goes up for final reading in both chambers before heading to Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green's desk for his signature.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 01, 2026

An upper-level low northeast of the islands will remain nearly stationary through Friday, enhancing clouds and showers with moderate to locally breezy trade...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 01, 2026

The current small, northwest to north-northwest (320-335 degree), swell will slowly decline into Friday and produce near average surf along north facing...

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Outdoor emergency sirens to be tested morning of May 1

All sirens will sound a 1-minute steady tone, accompanied by a test of the Emergency Alert System in cooperation with the Hawai‘i broadcast industry.

More heart for Hawai‘i: Southwest Airlines boosts ‘Ohana Rewards

Opportunity for loyalty program members to fly four one-way interisland flights and earn 1 one-way interisland flight brings more perks, more convenience, stronger interisland connections.

State supplemental budget bill approved by Senate, House funding panels

The measure was finalized Thursday evening, April 30, in a joint conference committee; it now goes up for final reading in both chambers before heading to Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green's desk for his signature.

Kauai Weather Forecast for May 01, 2026

Moderate to breezy trades will continue for the next several days. Showers are expected across windward and mauka areas with limited spillover into leeward...

Kauai Surf Forecast for May 01, 2026

The current small, northwest to north-northwest (320-335 degree), swell will slowly decline into Friday and produce near average surf along north facing...