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Maui Council committee advances Haʻikū fire station project, 6-2
A Maui County Council committee voted 6-2 Monday to advance three bills clearing the way for construction of a long-awaited fire station in Haʻikū, over the objections of two council members who argued the project sits on land wrongfully taken from Native... August 25, 2026 · 05:05am
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Hurricane Lala HECO restoration update: Estimated timeframes for Hawaiʻi Island power recovery
Hawaiian Electric crews, bolstered by additional personnel and equipment from Oʻahu, Maui, and Southern California Edison, have restored power to over 1,700 customers on Monday following impacts from Hurricane Lala. About 4,330 Hawaiʻi Island customers remain without power.
Summit District of Haleakalā National Park reopens after Tropical Storm Lala
The Summit District of Haleakalā National Park has reopened following recovery efforts related to Tropical Storm Lala. With this reopening, both districts of Haleakalā National Park are now open to visitors.
County of Maui Ferry Program to hold four community meetings next month
As part of the ongoing Ferry Program, the County of Maui Department of Transportation is encouraging residents to attend community meetings throughout Maui Nui next month to discuss ferry service between Maui, Lānaʻi and eventually Molokaʻi.
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa welcomed 2,400 new students for the 2026-27 school year
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa kicked off the fall 2026 semester with a two-day orientation attended by 2,410 new students.
Made in Hawaiʻi presents $40K donation to Hawaiʻi Foodbank, The Food Basket following Hurricane Lala
Made in Hawaiʻi supports disaster recovery efforts with a $40,000 donation after showcasing 800 locally-owned businesses.
New school year brings more choices, new menu items for Hawai‘i public school students
As Hawaiʻi public schools welcome students back, school cafeterias are offering more choices at mealtime, including new breakfast and lunch options featuring local ingredients and flavors.
Aloha Council invites adults to take on Maui Sportsman’s Challenge
Scouting America, Aloha Council is inviting outdoor enthusiasts ages 18 and older to grab three friends and take on the 2026 Sportsman’s Challenge, a two-day fundraiser Sept. 26-27 at Camp Maluhia featuring 10 outdoor skill competitions. Four-person teams will choose either Saturday or Sunday to compete in a full day of friendly competition while supporting local Scouting programs.
Nine teams compete in inaugural Steve Colflesh Classic Girls Volleyball Tournament at Seabury Hall
University of San Francisco High School captured the inaugural tournament championship, with Maryknoll High School finishing as runner-up.
UH research finds tangled plastic and fishing gear in pilot whales
A new study by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers shows that nearly 23% of short-finned pilot whales that stranded over 13 years in the main Hawaiian Islands ingested several pounds of plastic ropes, netting, fishing gear and plastic bags that were discarded in the ocean.
Mokulele Airlines waives unaccompanied minor fee for keiki traveling solo
Beginning today, Tuesday, Aug. 25, Mokulele Airlines will eliminate the added fees for children traveling alone between the Hawaiian Islands. Effective immediately, families will pay only the airfare (plus tax), with no $35 unaccompanied minor booking fee.
Episode 54 of ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea begins with overflow from north vent
Precursory low-level eruptive activity before episode 54 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began around 6:16 a.m. HST on Aug. 25, with overflows from the north vent. This activity was preceded by the onset of weak spattering from the north vent around 7:30 p.m. HST Monday evening, Aug. 24.
Maui Council committee advances Haʻikū fire station project, 6-2
A Maui County Council committee voted 6-2 Monday to advance three bills clearing the way for construction of a long-awaited fire station in Haʻikū, over the objections of two council members who argued the project sits on land wrongfully taken from Native Hawaiians.
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New brown water advisory in effect for Honuʻapo to Punaluʻu along Big Island’s southeast coastline
Remember: if the water is brown, turn around! Even if a brown water advisory isn't issued, if waters appear brown or murky, they could contain higher-than-normal pollutant levels.
Hawaiʻi police officers seek to engage with seniors during Kūpuna Watch meetings this week
Two Kupuna Watch meetings will provide opportunities for officers to engage with kūpuna in Waimea and Hōlualoa this week.
Islandwide brown water advisory canceled; new advisory issued along Hāmākua Coast to Hilo Bay
Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain, even if a brown water advisory is not issued.
UPDATE: Episode 54 of lava fountaining at Kīlauea summit ends after 9 hours
The latest episode of continuous lava geysers within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater and confined inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park began at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday; additional details will be provided in the next official report from Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
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Episode 54 of lava fountaining in ongoing episodic summit eruption of Kīlauea on Big Island ends after 9 hours
The latest episode of continuous lava geysers within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater and confined inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park began at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday; additional details will be provided in the next official report from Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
Kauai Weather Forecast for August 26, 2026
Moderate to locally breezy trades will continue through the forecast period as showers focus primarily windward and mauka
Kauai Surf Forecast for August 26, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain below summer average through tonight as a small medium period south swell slowly fades and a small, long period...














