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Applications now being accepted for 2026-27 AlohaCare Foundation scholarships

AlohaCare members — or their family members — are eligible to apply; the application period is open through March 16.

Vertical Sports Maui executive director to address Kīhei-Wailea Rotary

The Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea will host Vertical Sports Maui Executive Director Shanna Jarc for a presentation on youth transformation through athletics on Feb. 11. Jarc will address how sports can be transformational when they inspire young people to discover their potential. According to the organization, the program uses skills-training principles to address the physical, […]

8 a.m. update: Power restored to 80% of customers who experienced outages overnight

Crews are repairing a broken pole and downed lines in the Pi‘iholo, Upcountry area to restore about 230 customers and are also responding to other pocket outages. Around 6:45 a.m. today, crews restored power to about 960 customers in parts of Makawao who were out overnight due to strong winds and heavy rain that brought down a pole and power lines.

Student delegates take helm at state Capitol during Secondary Student Conference

More than 165 Hawai‘i public school students took part in the long-running civic leadership program, debating legislation, drafting testimony and meeting directly with state lawmakers about issues that affect their daily lives.

Keiki statewide challenged to ‘Read for the Gold’ during month of February

Readers in grades kindergarten through 12 participating in the winter reading challenge that runs through Feb. 22 can win prizes from US Olympic figure skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi.

Haleakalā National Park announces visitor center closures for interior remodeling

Haleakalā National Park will temporarily close two of its summit district visitor centers this month for interior remodeling, park officials announced. The Headquarters Visitor Center, located one mile past the park entrance station, will close from Feb. 17 through Feb. 27. The Haleakalā Visitor Center, located near the summit, is scheduled to close Feb. 19 […]

Monday weather updates: Wet weather, Wind Warning remains in forecast

The potential for flooding will remain over all islands today, with the highest chance over windward Maui County and windward Big Island. Strong winds will continue to occur over all islands as well, with the strongest winds in the lee of mountains and in/near stronger showers.

Maui road closures and traffic impacts due to severe weather

Update: 10:54 a.m., Feb. 9, 2026: A boulder is blocking the Hāna bound lane on Hāna Highway at MM 10 in the vicinity of the Garden of Eden. A crew is en route.

Committee meetings canceled, Office of Council Services closed on Monday

The Water Authority, Social Services and Parks Committee meeting and the Water and Infrastructure Committee meetings that were scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 9, have been canceled because of the continuing threat of severe weather, the Office of Council Services announced.

Maui to open Temporary Evacuation Point at 9 p.m. at King Kekaulike High School

In coordination with the Maui Emergency Management Agency, County of Maui Department of Human Concerns and the state Department of Education, the American Red Cross will open a Temporary Evacuation Point at King Kekaulike High School gymnasium at 9 p.m., Feb. 8, 2026, ahead of potential severe weather impacts. 

Slack key artist Makana to perform at Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Slack key guitarist Makana will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. March 7 at the McCoy Studio Theater. The performance will feature a mix of traditional and original songs, incorporating mele and moʻolelo. Makana, a student of slack key masters Raymond Kāne, Sonny Chillingworth and Bobby Moderow Jr., is known for blending folk traditions with […]

All state parks and forest areas closed due to severe weather

The Hawai‘i State Department of Land and Natural Resources closed all state parks and forest areas to the public as of 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, due to the expected continuance of severe weather conditions across the state. 

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Monday Morning Maui Sports: After losses in girls state basketball tournament, MIL champs Maui and Lānaʻi hungry to return next season
Bankruptcy filing leaves fate of Pā‘ia businessman’s properties in limbo
State unveils plans to improve popular Māla Boat Ramp in Lahaina
Kapalua residents oppose water rate increases and other new charges

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Hawaiian Moment — Puʻu Kekaʻa, Hill of the rumble (as in thunder)
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 

Maui Business Chevron Forward

BizMixx Maui 2026 presents ‘Stetsons & Stilettos’

UH Maui College and Hawaiian Electric offer continued workforce training on Maui and Molokaʻi

Bank of Hawai‘i CEO Peter Ho to retire; President James Polk named successor

Jessica Candy names as new spa director at Four Seasons Lāna‘i

Women’s Fund of Hawaiʻi awards 9 grants totaling $87,000 to nonprofits empowering women and girls

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Slack key artist Makana to perform at Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Circus Lolo production set for April at a private estate in Haʻikū

Off to see the Wizard: Follow the Yellow Brick Road to ʻĪao Theater this Saturday

Lee A. Tonouchi named Hawaiʻi State Poet Laureate 2026-2029

Catch the Big Game live at Lahaina Cannery, Feb. 8

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Maui Pineapple Tour’s Floral Workshop and Dinner brings on the bloom for Valentine’s
Maui Land and Pineapple welcomes Soulberry Ice Cream to Hāliʻimaile
Lahaina Food & Wine Festival introduces Grand Taste at Lahaina Jodo Mission
Kurt Suzuki Family Foundation’s “A Taste of Hawaiʻi” raises funds for families impacted by Maui fires
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Housing & Real Estate Chevron Forward

Inspiring Hui Waiwai 2026 shows that innovation yields results in housing affordability
Leadership transition at RESCO Inc.
Factory-built housing bill stirs debate: Cost versus durability for wildfire survivor housing
Floor plans and renderings available for Hoʻokumu Hou reconstruction program

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

Chinese New Year Celebration at Lahaina Cannery, Feb. 20
Hula Grill Kāʻanapali to host Whale Talks on Tuesdays in February and March
Pacific Whale Foundation and Norwegian Cruise Line partners to expand keiki whale watches on Maui
Montage Kapalua Bay kicks off 2026 with on-property experiences

Big Island News Chevron Forward

The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi is returning to Kona for a drive this week

The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi will be hosting a blood drive at its new West Hawaiʻi location, the Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa, on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week.

Deep snow forces summit road closure to Mauna Kea

According to the National Weather Service, wet and windy weather is expected to continue today while gradually improving by this afternoon into this evening.

Free online clinic helps small businesses learn to use artificial intelligence as security ally

This session will focus on the security and privacy issues associated with artificial intelligence, providing a clear roadmap for integrating artificial intelligence tools ethically and effectively to stay one step ahead of sophisticated cyber threats.

Brown water advisory issued throughout Hawaiian Islands

It's recommended to stay out of the water for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

Business Monday: Grace Flowers Hawaiʻi ready for busy week before Valentine’s Day

With the Feb. 14 holiday for sweethearts on the horizon, Alison Higgins of Grace Flowers Hawaiʻi is readying her Honokaʻa shop for a surge in last-minute floral orders for family members, spouses, friends and sweethearts.

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Hawaiian Islands under brown water advisory following severe weekend weather

It's recommended to stay out of the water for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

Okinawan lifeguards to participate in hands-on training on Kauaʻi for second year

Lifeguards from Okinawa will be enhancing their skills through intensive training at key coastal locations on Kauaʻi from Feb. 16 to 20 as part of the Lifeguard Exchange Program.

Kauai Weather Forecast for February 09, 2026

Ample moisture remains over the area thanks to a surface trough (the remains of a front) and an upper level low to our west- southwest. This upper low...

Kauai Weather Forecast for February 09, 2026

Ample moisture remains over the area thanks to a surface trough (the remains of a front) and an upper level low to our west- southwest. This upper low...

Kauai Surf Forecast for February 09, 2026

Strong to gale force trade winds today will bring large and very rough surf along east facing shores lasting through tonight. A High Surf Warning remains in...