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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.
Free public Pre-K applications open on March 2
The Executive Office on Early Learning announced today that applications for its public prekindergarten program for the 2026–2027 school year will open on March 2, 2026.
Additional site for rock scaling work along Hāna Highway
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is notifying the public of upcoming intermittent road closures at mile marker 19.5 on Hāna Highway (Route 360), for rock scaling work.
Maui sees double digit increases in visitor spending and arrivals in January 2026
Tourism on Maui continued to recover from the August 2023 wildfires, according to the latest Hotel Performance Report issued by the State Department of Business Economic Development and Tourism.
Haleakalā National Park announces temporary closures of the Summit District Visitor Centers
Haleakalā National Park’s temporary closure of the Headquarters Visitor Center located 1 mile past the entrance station has been extended through to the week of March 8, 2026. The Haleakalā Visitor Center closure has been extended through the week of April 12, 2026.
Gardenland Hawaii to celebrate grand opening of renovated Kahului showroom
Gardenland Hawaii will celebrate the grand opening of its newly renovated Kahului showroom on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 415 Dairy Road, Suite A.
Electrical Workers and Plumbers and Fitters back Sugimura for Mayor
Yuki Lei Sugimura, Maui County Council Vice-Chair and candidate for Mayor, announced that she has secured the endorsement of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1260, and the Plumbers and Fitters UA Local 675.
Iron Workers Union Hawaiʻi and HGEA endorse Bissen’s mayoral re-election bid
The Bissen 2026 Campaign announced that the Ironworkers Stabilization Fund and Iron Workers Union Local 625 have formally endorsed the re-election of Mayor Richard Bissen. The Hawaiʻi Government Employees Association, the largest public-sector union in Hawai‘i, also announced its endorsement of Mayor Richard Bissen in his 2026 re-election campaign.
Hirono to hold Spotlight Forum on importance of funding for minority students
US Sen. Mazie Hirono of Hawaii hosts a spotlight forum today, highlighting the importance of funding for minority students.
Maui’s King Kekaulike wins top honors in 2026 Japan Wizards Competition
The annual three-student, team competition is a full-day of intense academic tests on an extensive range of topics related to Japan, including contemporary Japan, culture and traditions, geography, politics, history, Japan-Hawaiʻi ties, language, and more.
Locally made food and products shine at Food and Product Innovation Network Day
Local food and product vendors gathered Wednesday to show off their goods at the inaugural Food and Product Innovation Network Day at the Capitol, a convening of exhibitors, partners and stakeholders to highlight the collective impact of Hawai‘i’s food and product innovation ecosystem.
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‘Help Kick Child Abuse Out of Hawai‘i’ by joining fun at PARENTS Inc. annual Kickball Tournament
The family-friendly fundraiser April 18 at Walter Victor Baseball Complex in Hilo is dedicated to strengthening families and preventing child abuse and neglect in Hawai‘i.
Bank of Hawai‘i transforms KTA Pū‘āinakō location into its third Branch of Tomorrow
The newly reopened branch in Hilo — which has been inside the KTA Super Stores location at Pū‘āinakō for 30 years — demonstrates the bank's continued commitment to Hawai‘i Island.
19 motorists arrested for DUI week of Feb. 9-15 on Big Island roadways
Police have made 95 DUI arrests so far this year, a decrease of 22.76c5 from the 123 DUI arrests made by the same time last year.
UPDATE: High surf advisory extended through the evening for east shorelines
The National Weather service have extended the island’s high surf advisory until 6 p.m., with waves of 7 to 10 feet still expected.
Mark your calendar now: Hawaiʻi County to host 2 free household hazardous waste collection events
The collection events March 7 in Waimea and March 8 in Pāhoa will allow households a chance to conveniently dispose of acceptable hazardous waste in a manner that protects public health and the environment.
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State invites residents to share thoughts about future land transportation needs
Public meetings to discuss Hawai'i Department of Transportation Statewide Long-range Land Transportation Plan begin March 10; Kauaʻi Long-Range Land Transportation Plans meetings are March 11.
Family seeks support for Kauaʻi teenager recovering from severe injures in 3-vehicle wreck
Kauaʻi teenager Haylee Silva has a long recovery ahead, after undergoing multiple emergency surgeries for trauma to her liver, fractures in her arm and face, and a broken jaw.
Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i honors outstanding team members as Employee and Manager of the Year
Front office agent Tina Marie Galicinao and food and beverage manager Angeelee Rolland were honored for their outstanding service, leadership and embodiment of the aloha spirit that made a lasting impression on guests and colleagues.
