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Seabury Hall Performing Arts presents ‘Art with Heart 2026: Love from Within’

Seabury Hall Performing Arts will present “Art with Heart 2026: Love from Within” on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at the ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center on the Seabury Hall campus.

January live music series begins this week at The Shops at Wailea

The Shops at Wailea has announced three upcoming concerts, featuring Nevah Too Late, Rama Camarillo and Jason Arcilla.

ʻThanks dawg’: How UH’s AI chatbots are transforming student support

The University of Hawaiʻi has doubled down on the use of AI chatbots across all 10 of its campuses to help support students’ well-being in and out of the classroom.

House Majority outlines top priorities for 2026 legislative session

The Hawaiʻi State Legislature will convene in regular session on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, marking the second year of the 33rd Legislature. As the legislative session begins, the House Majority Caucus has outlined its top priorities for the upcoming year.

DOH identifies separate travel-related cases of zika and dengue virus on Oʻahu

The Hawai‘i Department of Health has identified a travel-related case of Zika virus and a separate travel-related case of dengue virus. Although both are on Oʻahu, these are unrelated cases. The affected individuals were exposed to the respective virus while traveling in regions where Zika or dengue virus is known to circulate. The two cases are not connected to each other or to prior cases reported in Hawai‘i.

Young Brothers selects new president

Young Brothers, LLC has appointed logistics executive Steen Christensen as its new president, effective Jan. 13, 2026.

Hawai’i Senate Majority Outlines Priorities For The Upcoming 2026 Legislative Session

The Hawai’i Senate Majority today announced its 2026 legislative priorities in advance of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Opening Day on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.

Public input sought on the stewardship of Maunakea

The Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, in partnership with Kua o Wākea, will hold a series of 10 community workshops across the Hawaiian Islands starting Jan. 15.

Maintenance work to temporarily affect Waiehu Golf Course, Waiheʻe Beach Park

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced temporary service impacts at Waiehu Golf Course, Waiheʻe Beach Park in the coming weeks.

Rep. Case supports FY26 spending bills with funding for Hawaiʻi projects

US Rep. Ed Case voted this week in favor of a House measure advancing three of the 12 annual federal appropriations bills for fiscal year 2026, which begins Oct. 1, 2026.

Avian influenza case confirmed; no additional detections in Hawaiʻi

A case of avian influenza has now been confirmed in a Koloa Maoli (Hawaiian duck) found sick on Nov. 26 at the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei, Kauaʻi. The bird which died within 24 hours of being found was recently confirmed positive by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories.

Mālama Hāmākua Maui announces 2026 community events schedule

Mālama Hāmākua Maui has announced its 2026 schedule of community events, featuring a new series of conservation workshops and volunteer opportunities at Hāmākualoa Kūlaiwi off Hahana Road. The nonprofit organization is introducing a Kilo Workshop Series in partnership with the Kaulunani Urban and Community Forestry Program. The quarterly sessions are scheduled for Jan. 31, April […]

Hawai‘i Journalism Initiative Chevron Forward

The Naylor Theatre, the ‘Jewel of Wailuku,’ is this philanthropist’s latest gift to Maui
FEMA housing assistance for Maui wildfire survivors extended 18 days while yearlong extension under review
Monday Morning MIL: Seabury Hall boys appear ready to defend state basketball title
With rising seas, erosion threatening Pā‘ia Youth & Cultural Center, plans are underway to build new one

History & Culture Chevron Forward

Nālani Kanakaʻole, revered Kumu Hula and cultural matriarch, passes at 79
19th-century Hawaiian mele recorded for upcoming documentary Ea released on digital platforms
Hawaiian Moment — Lā Kūʻokoʻa, Hawaiian Independence Day 
Hawaiian Moment: Hawaiian currency – Akahi Dala – One Dollar

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Young Brothers selects new president

Hawaiʻi State FCU is first credit union in Hawaiʻi with interactive teller technology at all Oʻahu and Maui branches

Maui County Federal Credit Union reopens Lahaina Branch

Maui Business Brainstormers’ mentor appreciation event celebrates community

Pasha Group hires Cary Davis to lead government affairs and corporate communications

Arts & Entertainment Chevron Forward

Seabury Hall Performing Arts presents ‘Art with Heart 2026: Love from Within’

January live music series begins this week at The Shops at Wailea

MACC hosts free events celebrating Micronesian heritage and ocean exploration

Seabury Hall Performing Arts presents ‘Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr.’

Maui singer-songwriter Gail Swanson releases rebellious single, ‘My Mama Marched’

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Māla Ocean Tavern announces Neon Dreams: Futuristic New Year’s Eve Celebration
Valley Isle Chocolate wins dual honors from prestigious Academy of Chocolate Awards
Maui Poke to host grand opening at new Wailea location, Dec. 20
Locally owned drive-thru coffee trailer opens in Lahaina
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Housing & Real Estate Chevron Forward

REALTORS Association of Maui partners to launch KĀKOU homeownership education program
Perspectives on Hawaiʻi housing crisis examined in new survey
Mayor Bissen signs Bill 9 into law; says it will restore housing availability for residents
Mayor Bissen signs Bill 9 into law, shortly after 5-3 final passage by Maui Council

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

Mālama Hāmākua Maui announces 2026 community events schedule
Maui Nui Golf Club lights up the range with Cosmic Drive night golf experience
“Hawaiʻi Stays With You” campaign invites travelers to experience transformation beyond vacation
Blue Hawaiian Activities selects Manifest as new Concierge & Activities POS platform

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 15, 2026

A cold front to the northwest will move southeast down the island chain tonight through tomorrow and bring quick-hitting showers followed by cool and dry...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 15, 2026

The next extra large, long period, northwest (320-340) swell will begin to fill in tonight, peak Thursday afternoon, then slowly fade through...

Interim Police Chief addresses arrests of two Hawaiʻi Island officers

Officers Blane Kenolio and Noah Serrao pled not guilty Wednesday to charges stemming from a May 2023 case involving alleged unconstitutional searches of an arresteeʻs belongings.

Hawaiʻi Island Police confirm identity of man found deceased on Kaiwi Street

Hawaiʻi Island police have identified the deceased man found last month in Kailua-Kona.

Update: Hawaii Police locate Ann Craver in good health

Ann Craver, who was recently missing, has been found in good health, according to the Hawaiʻi Police Department.

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Update No. 2: Installation of drainage swale across Weliweli Road to begin later this month

A portion of the road in Kōloa will be closed from Jan. 19 through mid-February, weather permitting, for the installation; the project was originally slated to begin in November 2025.

Kauai Weather Forecast for January 15, 2026

A cold front to the northwest will move southeast down the island chain tonight through tomorrow and bring quick-hitting showers followed by cool and dry...

Kauai Surf Forecast for January 15, 2026

The next extra large, long period, northwest (320-340) swell will begin to fill in tonight, peak Thursday afternoon, then slowly fade through...

High surf warning issued for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau shores as large swell approaches

The National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning for the north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, with waves expected to reach up to 40 feet.

UPDATE: Wind advisory extended through midnight as strong winds hit Kauaʻi

The National Weather Service has extended the wind advisory through midnight tonight and is forecasting powerful wind gusts of up to 50 mph.