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Hawaiʻi’s economy is moving beyond last year’s mild recession, but the recovery will be gradual, according to the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization’s first quarter forecast for 2026 released on Feb. 27. Maui is the standout, as ongoing... February 27, 2026 · 05:27am
Free public Pre-K applications open on March 2
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Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle puts Hawaiʻi’s endemic loulu palms at risk
While coconut palms top the list of CRB’s preferred foods, endangered loulu is also on the menu. Loulu’s small crowns are easier for beetles to penetrate than those of coconut palms, which results in a higher risk of lethal damage or secondary fungal infection. Extinction is a worry.
Hāna metals collection event to be held March 5 and 6
East Maui residents may drop off appliances, automobile batteries, tires, propane tanks and scrap metal during a Hāna metals collection event on March 5 and 6, 2026.
Montage Kapalua Bay re-opens The Hideaway
The Hideaway at Montage Kapalua Bay has reopened as a reimagined indoor-outdoor cocktail lounge overlooking Kapalua Bay. Featuring warm wood finishes and textural details that reflect the surrounding landscape, the newly enhanced space offers an open-air setting for island-inspired cuisine and cocktails at sunset over the Pacific.
Royal Lahaina Resort to host Nike Tennis Camp this summer
This exclusive camp provides a rare opportunity for Maui’s youth to experience nationally recognized instruction right at home, while also inviting young athletes from across the country to pair world-class instruction with a memorable family vacation on Kāʻanapali Beach.
Rep. Tokuda introduces bill to remove tariffs on farm inputs, lower costs for farmers
US Rep. Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi introduced the Tariff Free Farming Act to lower costs for farmers by eliminating President Trump’s tariffs on essential agricultural imported supplies.
UHERO: Hawaiʻi economy turns a corner, moves beyond recession with modest growth
Hawaiʻi’s economy is moving beyond last year’s mild recession, but the recovery will be gradual, according to the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization’s first quarter forecast for 2026 released on Feb. 27. Maui is the standout, as ongoing recovery from the disastrous 2023 wildfires will continue to propel rising tourism activity, if at a slower pace than last year.
Hirono, colleagues introduce SPARK Act to supercharge minority entrepreneurship
US Sen. Mazie Hirono of Hawaiʻi joined colleagues in introducing the Strengthening Place-based Access, Resources, and Knowledge (SPARK) Act to spur entrepreneurship and increase access for underserved entrepreneurs nationwide.
MC&A hires Event Rental Sales Manager for new division based on Maui
MC&A, a destination and event management business across the Hawaiian Islands, announced the hiring of Bobbilyn Jones as Event Rental Sales Manager for the company’s newly launched division, MC&A Event Rentals.
Seabury Hall to host New Zealand University Fair, March 4
Hawaiʻi Association of College Admissions Counselors in partnership with New Zealand Education will host a New Zealand University Fair on Wednesday, March 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Seabury Hall Dining Hall.
Livestream camera restored; Forecast window for next lava fountaining is likely March 6-16
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the V3 camera for live streaming of eruptive activity at Kīlauea, is now back online after onsite maintenance. Scientists with the HVO say preliminary models suggest the likely forecast window for the onset of episode 43 lava fountaining is March 6-16.
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Raiatea Helm celebrates ‘A Legacy of Hawaiian Song & String’ at Kahilu Theatre
Waimea on the Big Island plays host tonight for an experience that hasn't been part of the live music scene for more than 100 years performed by the master of leo kiʻe kiʻe — Hawaiian falsetto — and a string ensemble.
UHERO forecast: Hawaiʻi economy emerging from recession, growth to remain sluggish
Hawaiʻi's economy is cautiously recovering from last year's mild recession, spurred by modest gains in employment and construction, despite ongoing challenges.
Don’t miss your chance to offer input; online Mauna Kea community survey closes today
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority — in its final stage of gathering public input for a new Comprehensive Management Plan for the Big Island mauna — encourages the public to participate and complete the survey; community input and ideas will help ensure Mauna Kea is protected for future generations.
Residents encouraged to attend upcoming meetings to share input about future land transportation needs
Public meetings to discuss Hawai'i Department of Transportation Statewide Long-range Land Transportation Plan begin March 10; Hawaiʻi (Island) Long-Range Land Transportation Plans meetings are March 12.
Kauai News
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa leads virus research to battle coconut rhinoceros beetles
A virus infects coconut rhinoceros beetles from the inside, weakening and killing them before they reach adulthood. Therefore, by targeting larvae, the virus can suppress beetle populations with time while minimizing harm to non-target species.
Kauai Weather Forecast for February 27, 2026
The trades will ease and shift east-southeasterly today and Saturday, as a front approaches from the west. Fairly dry conditions will persist during this...
Kauai Surf Forecast for February 27, 2026
Surf along exposed east-facing shores will trend down today as a north-northeast swell eases. A fresh, short- to medium-period north-northeast swell is...
UHERO forecast: Hawaiʻi’s growth remains sluggish as economy emerges from recession
Hawaiʻi's economy is cautiously recovering from last year's mild recession, spurred by modest gains in employment and construction, despite ongoing challenges.
Complete online Mauna Kea community survey now to be sure your voice is heard
The survey closes today; Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority — in its final stage of gathering public input for a new Comprehensive Management Plan for the Big Island mauna — encourages the public to participate to help ensure Mauna Kea is protected for future generations.


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