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1,935 whales spotted across Hawaiʻi, 847 off Maui during second count for the 2026 season

President Trump explains US Military action in Iran; Hawaiʻi Congressional delegation…

Updated Maui water conservation rules take effect March 1

Attorney General provides scheduled, biweekly update on ongoing investigation into…

UHERO: Hawaiʻi economy turns a corner, moves beyond recession with modest growth

Maui Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grants awarded to 11 local projects

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As demand for organic food rises, federal program to help local farmers transition is cut…

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Haleakalā telescope opponents show up in droves, but hold little hope the military is…

Auditor releases findings of County of Maui Fraud Risk Assessment, identifies gaps

Kamaliʻi Elementary celebrated in newly published math book; Dr. Allison Hintz welcomed…

33rd Annual Na Po‘e Pa‘ahana Awards celebrates Hawaiʻi’s hospitality workforce

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Who should get first crack at water licenses in Hawaiʻi? This bill wants it to be the…

Trilogy Excursions welcomes home Trilogy VI: A symbol of resilience and renewal for the…

Subaru Telescope’s new eye on the cosmos gets a Hawaiian name: ʻŌnohiʻula

One of oldest Hawaiian honeycreepers discovered and then re-leased on Big Island

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Air Force advances plans to build 7 more telescopes on Haleakalā as fuel spill cleanup…

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Popular ‘Understanding West Maui’ video series spotlights history, people who…

Hawaiʻi Attorney General addresses ongoing investigation into possible public corruption

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Seabury Hall hosts educational night on ‘Building Body Confidence & Healthy Relationships with Food’

ʻAi Pono Treatment Center will host an educational evening for parents and educators titled “Building Body Confidence & Healthy Relationships with Food” on Tuesday, March 11 at 6 p.m. at Sebaury Hall’s ‘A‘ali‘ikūhonua Creative Arts Center. The event is free and open to all parents and educators.

Maui fire crews respond to structure fire in Kanaio

Maui fire crews are responding to a structure fire in the area of Kanaio, past ʻUlupalakua along the Piʻilani Highway. This is on the slopes of Haleakalā, mauka of ʻĀhihi Kīnaʻu in South Maui. These images came into our newsroom at around 8:42 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026.

Rep. Tyson Miyake of Maui provides update on priority bills

Hawaiʻi Rep. Tyson Miyake of Maui shared a legislative update on priority bills as the Hawaiʻi State Legislature takes its mandatory five day recess.

Public informational meeting tonight for Kahului Airport Runway 2-20 reconstruction

The meeting takes place tonight from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Maui High School Cafeteria at 660 Lono Ave. in Kahului. There will be a presentation at 6:15 p.m. with a question-and-answer portion to follow.

Registration is now open for the 2026 Molokaʻi Channel World Championships

Registration is now open for the 2026 Moloka’i Channel World Championships, drawing over 1,000 elite paddlers from around the globe for two iconic 41-mile inter-island races — Nā Wāhine O Ke Kai on Sept. 27 and the Moloka’i Hoe on Oct. 11.

Maui police alert public of recurring text scam

The Maui Police Department is alerting the public to a recurring scam circulating via text message that falsely claims recipients have unpaid traffic citations and appears to originate from the Hawaiʻi Department of Motor Vehicles. 

Hawaiʻi’s statewide emergency siren test, March 2

The monthly test of the all-hazard statewide Outdoor Siren Warning System, along with the live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System, is set for 11:45 a.m. Monday, March 2. 

Wailuku First Friday features Namaka Pauole and Josh Kahula, March 6

Wailuku First Friday returns with a vibrant “Spring Fling,” bringing the community together for an evening of Maui-made shopping, food, and live local entertainment in the heart of Wailuku Town. Entertainment features Namaka Pauole and Joshua Kahula.

Full-scale emergency exercise highlights Pacific Missile Range Facility readiness, teamwork

The US Navy facility on the west coast of Kaua‘i passed the Emergency Management Program Assessment and executed an emergency operations center C3 activation, confirming command’s ability to respond quickly, coordinate effectively and maintain mission continuity during an emergency.

Līhuʻe Airport Optimization Plan public meetings scheduled

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation will conduct a series of public meetings to provide the community with information about the Līhuʻe Airport Optimization Plan and to offer an opportunity for public input.

Hawaiʻi State Junior Golf Association opens registration for Spring season

The Hawaiʻi State Junior Golf Association is now officially open for 2026 membership and registration for its Spring season. Junior golfers across Hawaiʻi are invited to join and take part in a competitive and educational tournament schedule designed to develop skills both on and off the course.

Residents encouraged to attend County’s Lahaina Community Meeting on Wednesday

Topics include Hawaiian Electric Co.’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program, project updates from the County Department of Public Works and other updates from the Office of Recovery.

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Monday Morning MIL: 3 wrestlers from Moloka‘i, Baldwin, Lahainaluna win state championships
Maui’s overtourism hotspots Road to Hāna, Honolua Bay targeted for relief under new management plan
Community skeptical of golf course owner’s proposal to buy West Maui water system
Controversial $13M Nāpili home now offering partial ownership to buyers

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Hundreds honor life, legacy of beloved kumu hula Nālani Kanakaʻole
Fairmont Kea Lani announces Ho‘okumu: A celebration of Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
$1.6M from federal government set aside for digitization of Bishop Museum collections
Hawaiian Moment — Puʻu Kekaʻa, Hill of the rumble (as in thunder)

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‘Family Night Out’ brings food trucks and local businesses to The Dunes at Maui Lani, March 21

J. Walter Cameron Center receives ʻOhana Fuels ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ donation

UHERO: Hawaiʻi economy turns a corner, moves beyond recession with modest growth

MC&A hires Event Rental Sales Manager for new division based on Maui

Maui sees double digit increases in visitor spending and arrivals in January 2026

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Wailuku First Friday features Namaka Pauole and Josh Kahula, March 6

The Shops at Wailea, March music lineup: Nevah Too Late, Rama Camarillo and Anthony Pfluke

ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu royal society honors 258th birthday of Queen Kaʻahumanu

‘Family Night Out’ brings food trucks and local businesses to The Dunes at Maui Lani, March 21

Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party , Feb.27

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Montage Kapalua Bay re-opens The Hideaway
Tobi’s Poke & Shave Ice opens second location at Kukui Mall in Kīhei
Locally made food and products on display at Food and Product Innovation Network Day
Maui Land & Pineapple to host Hāliʻimaile Bay Market on Valentine’s Day
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Maui’s median single-family home prices increase to $1.4 million in January
Hale Kamaʻāina Mortgage Program offers new incentives to further lower costs for first-time homebuyers
Inspiring Hui Waiwai 2026 shows that innovation yields results in housing affordability
Leadership transition at RESCO Inc.

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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

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Hawai‘i County Council to take up paid parking bill in Historic Kailua Village

The bill calls for three free hours and regulated rates charged at private parking facilities in Historic Kailua Village

Business Monday: 3 local braddahs opening Big Island’s first country sports bar

Marzo's Country Sports Bar and Grill is opening at the Puna Kai Shopping Center in Pāhoa this week, featuring a place for Puna residents to kick back to live music, cold beer and good food.

3 priority hotspots identified in Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s draft management plan for Big Island

These draft Destination Management Action Plans for 2026-2028 capture months of in-person and virtual community engagement in 2025 to identify and prioritize hotspots.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 02, 2026

The cold front has dissipated into a trough and remains northwest of the Hawaiian Islands this evening. High pressure will build in from the north and allow the...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 02, 2026

Surf along north and west-facing shores will be above seasonal average as a northwest swell (310 degrees) is expected to impact through Monday. Surf should...

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Three locations identified as priorities in Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s draft Destination Management Action Plan for Kaua‘i

Public comment on the draft plans are welcome until 11:59 p.m. today.

Night work continues for the Kūhiō Highway (Hardy-Oxford) Waterline Project

The work will take place from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., starting Sunday, weather permitting.

Tanks project for Kapa‘a Homesteads ongoing until May

Utility and excavation work on a portion of Kawaihau Road has been extended through May.

Kauai Weather Forecast for March 02, 2026

The cold front has dissipated into a trough and remains northwest of the Hawaiian Islands this evening. High pressure will build in from the north and allow the...

Kauai Weather Forecast for March 02, 2026

The cold front has dissipated into a trough and remains northwest of the Hawaiian Islands this evening. High pressure will build in from the north and allow the...