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Updates/No tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi: 7.8 earthquake shakes Kamchatka, Russia
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports that based on all available data, a destructive Pacific-wide tsunami is not expected and there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi.
UH research finds missing Y gene linked to male infertility
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa scientists have uncovered a direct link between a missing Y chromosome gene and male infertility.
Mālama Maui Nui tackles illegal dumping, collects 104 tons of waste in 3 months
Illegal dumping continues to threaten Maui’s land and waters, but Mālama Maui Nui is stepping up efforts to protect the environment. Between April and June 2025, the nonprofit recovered 104 tons of waste from Maui alone through cleanups and community hotspotting initiatives.
Water service outage in Hāna on Sept. 18, 2025 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There is a water service outage due to mainline break in Hāna, on Hāna Hwy, from Koali Bridge to St. Peters Church, affecting 60 homes and 10 standpipes. The Department of Water Supply reports the outage is from in effect from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025.
The Nature Conservancy receives grant to build coastal resilience through improved wastewater management in Hawai‘i
The Nature Conservancy received a three-year $125,000 grant from the Ulupono Fund at the Hawai‘i Community Foundation to develop innovative tools and advance policies that support viable wastewater conversion to protect Hawaiʻi’s people, fresh water supplies and marine life.
County, private operators take steps to bring composting back to Maui
For the past five years, Maui County has not composted or diverted green waste from the landfill. Efforts are being made to change that.
Guam man sentenced for flying drone over military installation
On Feb. 1, 2025, Cao Cruz uploaded a video to his YouTube channel, “Planet Guam,” which depicted sensitive footage of a military installation in Guam. The video garnered close to 12,000 views before being taken down.
Chewbacca coral: New deep-sea species spotted in waters off Hawai‘i, Mariana Trench
A new deep-sea coral species in the tropical western Pacific that resembles a highly recognizable character from “Star Wars” has been discovered and named by a team of researchers including an expert from the University of Hawaiʻi.
DBEDT invites Hawaiʻi product manufacturers to exhibit at the Winter FancyFaire in San Diego
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) invites Hawaiʻi product manufacturers to exhibit at the Winter FancyFaire taking place Jan. 11-13, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center.
Moananuiākea update: change to Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia sail plan due to weather, safety
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will sail directly from Rarotonga, Cook Islands to Aotearoa (New Zealand), and postpone visits to American Samoa, Samoa and Tonga.
Eddie Tam Memorial Park, Upcountry Dog Park closed for ongoing pest treatment
The fields were first closed Sept. 10 following reports of red ants in the area. DPR continues to consult with pest control professionals as treatments and assessments are carried out.
State water commission takes fire for ‘inaction’ amid West Maui water crisis
The state Commission on Water Resource Management heard testimony Tuesday from West Maui residents frustrated with the commission’s “inaction” in managing delivery of water to residents and farmers in a region beset by a severe drought. The dry conditions underpinned Tuesday’s announcement by the PGA Tour that it would not hold its annual The Sentry […]
Hula Grill Kāʻanapali names Irmgard Farden ʻĀluli as 2025 E Ola Mau Ka Mele award recipient
Hula Grill Kāʻanapali has named the late Irmgard Farden ʻĀluli as the recipient of its annual E Ola Mau Ka Mele award for her efforts to preserve and perpetuate Hawaiian culture through song.
Lahainaluna High School Foundation annual general meeting set for Sept. 23
The Lahainaluna High School Foundation will hold its annual general meeting on at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 23 in the Samuel Kamakau Library on the school’s campus. The meeting is open to all Lahainaluna alumni, parents and other interested parties. A quarterly Board of Directors meeting will follow. Agenda topics include the election of officers and […]
New Central Maui School Project to host community open houses, Sept. 18 and 21
The team behind the New Central Maui School Project will host its first community informational open houses this month, inviting residents to learn more about plans for a new public school in Waikapū.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center welcomes US Air Force Band of the Pacific’s ‘Small Kine’ to Center Stage
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center presents Small Kine, a four-member rock band representing the United States Air Force Band of the Pacific, on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Center Stage.
A Ho‘olawa Kine a Day fills the valley at Twin Falls with music, food and connection
On the first Saturday of September, the Ho‘olawa Valley at Twin Falls came alive with kamaʻāina.
New drive-thru café, Malia Coffee Co. announces gift card giveaway
Malia Coffee Co., the founders of The Kettle — a new drive-thru café in Hāliʻimaile — has announced a $200 gift card giveaway.
Gov. Green proclaims Sept. 17 as Constitution and Citizenship Day in Hawaiʻi
Gov. Josh Green has proclaimed Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, as Constitution and Citizenship Day in Hawaiʻi, per a joint announcement from the Hawaiʻi State Judiciary and the Commission to Promote and Advance Civic Education (PACE).
Maui Council green-lights fast-track affordable housing at Kahului Civic Center site
Maui County Council members have unanimously approved a state, fast-tracked affordable housing, mixed-use development called Kaiahale ‘o Kahiluhilu.
