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Nara Organics recalls infant formula sold in Hawaiʻi due to potential contamination

Nara Organics has issued a recall for its powdered infant formula from Target stores in Hawaiʻi and nationwide, due to potential contamination by Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria linked to infant botulism.

ProArts, Jazz Maui to present Juneteenth celebration June 19

ProArts Playhouse and Jazz Maui will present “Joy: A Celebration of Juneteenth” at 7:30 p.m. June 19 at the ProArts Playhouse in Kīhei.

Maui noise control bill takes aim at loud music in cars by proposing increased fines

An updated version of Bill 119 (2025) would for the first time in more than 35 years amend the Maui County Code on noise control by increasing fines.

UH oceanographers document deep-sea goblin shark

The first published live observations of the rare goblin shark (Mitsukurina owstoni) in its natural deep ocean habitat were reported by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa-led team of oceanographers.

Binhi at Ani to host Summer Enrichment Program

Binhi at Ani will host a Summer Enrichment Program consisting of free classes for youth in Art, Introductory Tae Kwon Do, Culinary and Philippine Culture Dance.

Public informational meeting for Kahului Airport Runway 2-20 reconstruction, June 25

Runway 2-20 at Kahului Airport is in the planning phase of getting its first reconstruction project in the 84 years since it was built in 1942.

Ocean rescue: Two people swept off their feet by large surf near lighthouse at Keoneʻōʻio, Maui

Two people were rescued after being swept off the rocky shoreline in South Maui by large surf. The incident was reported at 4:17 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in an area near the Hanamanioa lighthouse at the south end of LaPerouse Bay also known as Keoneʻōʻio in Mākena.

Six people injured in balcony collapse at condo in Kīhei

Six people were injured when a balcony collapsed from a second story unit at a Kīhei condominium on Sunday afternoon. Four men and two women, ranging in age from 34-53 were injured in the incident.

Hawaiʻi OCP opposes federal act saying it would limit state from enacting stronger privacy protection laws

The SECURE Act would impose a federal ceiling on privacy protections. Department officials say this would limit the Hawaiʻi Legislature’s ability to address new technologies that impact consumer privacy and to enact stronger laws to protect Hawaiʻi consumers as privacy risks evolve.  

San Andreas fault reaches highest stress level in 1,000 years

The system is critically stressed, and that physics-based models such as this one give them a clearer picture of the range of scenarios for which to be prepared.

County DPR facilities in West Maui, Central Maui scheduled to briefly close this month

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) announced brief closures for facilities in West Maui and Central Maui in upcoming weeks.

Record 10 Telly Awards claimed by Hawaiʻi Sea Grant’s ‘Voice of the Sea’ television series

The 47th annual Telly Awards judging council, which selects the winning entries, featured more than 250 expert judges from Google, HBO, BBC, Netflix and more. More than 13,000 entries from around the globe were submitted this year.

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Passing the Maui film festival torch: From ‘Celestial Cinema’ to homegrown storytelling
Lahaina residents try to stop increasing crime as more people return to burn zone
For sale for $17M: Late billionaire David Murdock’s home, one of his last ties to Lāna‘i
West Maui water quality testing finds few impacts after Lahaina wildfire

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Hawaiian Native Corporation provides funding to Hui Hānai for upcoming publication
Mokuʻula in focus: Input sought on master plan for Lahaina Royal Complex, building a ‘living framework’
Hawaiian Moment – Baldwin House
Hawaiian Moment — Ola I ka wai a ka ʻōpua. There is life in the water from the clouds.

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Hawaiʻi OCP opposes federal act saying it would limit state from enacting stronger privacy protection laws

ALTRES announces four promotions including Theresa Collier of Wailuku

Maui Tech ʻOhana to host founders of AI hospitality startup

Elevating Father’s Day: Maverick Helicopters offers private charters with scenic flights over Maui

Young Brothers responds to recent shipping delays on Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i; schedules additional sailing

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ProArts, Jazz Maui to present Juneteenth celebration June 19

Binhi at Ani to host Summer Enrichment Program

Lahaina Cannery offers super large screen experience for World Cup 2026

Irreverent Summer Shakespeare Comedy opens July 10 at ʻĪao Theater

ʻAuana releases new single ahead of album release

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

The Shops at Wailea celebrates Father’s Day with dining specials, classic car show and giveaway
Maui Gold debuts Maui Pineapple Farm brand, celebrates International Pineapple Week
Grand Taste at Maui AgFest delivers winners, showcases dynamic local dining scene 
Celebrate Dad’s Day at Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi
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Hawaiʻi ranks 2nd nationally in vacation home purchase decline; Kahului among hardest-hit markets
Maui’s median price for a single-family home was $1,174,500 in May of 2026
New hotel zoning clears Council committee, 6-1, despite planning commissions’ opposition
Affordable housing grants for Hawaiʻi nonprofits offered from the Nareit Foundation

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Hyatt Regency Maui celebrates July 4 while honoring Lahaina firefighters
Elevating Father’s Day: Maverick Helicopters offers private charters with scenic flights over Maui
Lahaina Homecoming community gathering planned July 17-19 to celebrate culture, connection and recovery
2026 Maui Bon Dance Schedule: annual Buddhist observance honors loved ones, embraces gratitude

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Post offices to be closed in observance of Juneteenth

Self-service options are available in many retail lobbies, however, when post offices are closed.

On Kauaʻi: William Sinclair charged with 28 offenses: murder, attempted murder, possession of illegal weapons

State prosecutors asked for no bail saying the 51-year-old was a flight risk and danger to the community, but the Fifth Circuit Court judge kept bail at $1.5 million.

Live like a rockstar in former Carlos Santana estate up for sale on Kaua‘i North Shore

The 3.02-acre, 4,003-square-foot North Shore estate on a total of 131,595 square feet of property is priced at $13 million, and comes with all the breathtaking views you'd expect from a musical legend's former home.

Highest stress levels in past 1,000 years discovered at San Andreas Fault in California

The system is critically stressed, and that physics-based models such as this one give them a clearer picture of the range of scenarios for which to be prepared.

Hawai‘i Island police seek public help identifying suspects following vehicle thefts in Kona

One of the suspects has been positively identified through surveillance footage.

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Nara Organics recalls infant formula due to potential contamination linked to infant botulism

There is a potential contamination by Clostridium botulinum in Nara Organics' powdered infant formula products that are sold nationwide at Target stores and through direct-to-consumer sales online.

Ocean Safety Officials find no Portuguese man o’ war, reopen waters at ʻAnini

ʻAnini Beach reopens as Ocean Safety Bureau officials confirm the absence of Portuguese man-of-war, lifting the no-swimming advisory.

Billy Sinclair charged on Kauaʻi with 28 offenses: murder, attempted murder, possession of illegal weapons

State prosecutors asked for no bail saying the 51-year-old was a flight risk and danger to the community, but the Fifth Circuit Court judge kept bail at $1.5 million.

Road closure reported in Kīlauea as crews clear downed tree blocking roadway

The tree is leaning on nearby power lines on ‘Anini Road, and vehicles are currently unable to pass through the area.

Grove Farm sells more than 620 acres since end of 2025

The historic sugar producer owned by AOL co-founder Steve Case also is still negotiating to sell another more than 1,000 acres to the state Agribusiness Development Corp.