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Free 1-on-1 tech assistance available at Hawaiʻi’s public libraries

Digital Navigators are available by appointment at all 50 public libraries throughout the state, offering free, personalized help with everyday technology needs to make it less stressful and more accessible.

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

The ʻiʻiwi likely hatched in the winter/spring of 2015-16 and is a minimum of 10 years old, which is rather amazing considering the typical lifespan of ʻiʻiwi is, maybe, half of that at 3 to 5 years.

New statewide policy on student cellphone use adopted by Hawai‘i Board of Education

New statewide rules set grade-level limits on student cell phone use; implementation begins next school year.

Public Safety Power Shutoff watch: Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions this week

Hawaiian Electric is monitoring developing weather conditions which are likely to lead to an increased risk of wildfires in parts of Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island later this week. Customers in these areas are urged to initiate their own emergency plans should a Public Safety Power Shutoff be necessary, and to prepare for the possibility of extended power outages Monday through Thursday.

Update: Lava geysers reach up to 1,200 feet during Episode 42 of the Kīlauea volcano; now paused

Episode 42 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption ended at  11:38 p.m. on Feb. 15, 2026, and the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption is currently paused.

Big Island girl lands another starring role in upcoming Christmas comedy ‘Nutmeg & Mistletoe’

Maia Kealoha of Kona, who made her acting and film debut in May 2025 as Lilo in Disney’s live action adaptation of ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ will play Alma in the new film to be released this coming holiday season, bringing Christmas joy back with the help of two bumbling North Pole elves undercover as humans.

Welcome the Lunar New Year with a cultural celebration at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center, Feb. 22

Queen Kaʻahumanu Center will ring in the Lunar New Year with a cultural celebration and Chinese Lion Dance on Sunday, Feb. 22, beginning at 12 p.m. in Center Court. The free, family-friendly event will feature vibrant live performances, traditional cultural practices, and a giveaway for the first 100 attendees.

University of Hawaiʻi scientists discover marine creatures bending laws of evolution

A group of colorful hexacorals known as “zoantharians” remain virtually identical throughout the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific oceans.

Maluhia Maui Rotary hosts E-Cycle Fundraiser, Feb. 21

The Maluhia Maui Rotary Club, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui, will host a community E-Cycle Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m., offering convenient home and business pickup of unwanted electronics across Maui.

Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience partners with Wailea Scuba to relaunch program

Wailea Scuba, Surf & Paddle and Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience will relaunch their South Maui surf program in March, featuring a renovated storefront at Fairmont Kea Lani and daily lessons at Kalama Beach Park. The partnership combines the local experience of Wailea Scuba, which has operated for more than 30 years, with the brand of […]

Senate committee advances bill to hold Big Oil responsible for climate damage

A state Senate committee pushed forward a bill Wednesday that would allow the state to sue major corporations for climate-related damages, a move that attempts to stabilize Hawaiʻi’s volatile insurance market.

Fairmont Kea Lani takes top sustainability honor for reforestation, dune restoration

The Fairmont Kea Lani took home the top sustainability honor from the Hawaiʻi Lodging & Tourism Association for its native reforestation work in fire-impacted Lahaina and Kula and restoration at the Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes.

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Monday Morning Maui Sports: Kamehameha Maui’s Cruz Storer wins two state swim titles, each in record fashion
Air Force advances plans to build 7 more telescopes on Haleakalā as fuel spill cleanup continues
Popular ‘Understanding West Maui’ video series spotlights history, people who shaped the community
Hawaiʻi officials worry bills to help property owners with coastal erosion could put public beaches at risk

History & Culture Chevron Forward

$1.6M from federal government set aside for digitization of Bishop Museum collections
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

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Delta adds nonstop Minneapolis-Kahului flights for winter 2026

Reps. Tokuda joins in introducing Bipartisan Bill to strengthen US supply chains

Maui Tech ʻOhana to explore human skills in AI world

Maui Business Tuesdays Salon will spotlight local Maui artists, March 3

BizMixx Maui 2026 presents ‘Stetsons & Stilettos’

Arts & Entertainment Chevron Forward

Big Island girl lands another starring role in upcoming Christmas comedy ‘Nutmeg & Mistletoe’

Welcome the Lunar New Year with a cultural celebration at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center, Feb. 22

Maui Land & Pineapple to host Hāliʻimaile Bay Market on Valentine’s Day

County hosting Chinese New Year celebration Feb. 20 at Kalana O Maui Building

Hyatt Regency Maui announces 2026 Nashville Nights concert lineup

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Maui Land & Pineapple to host Hāliʻimaile Bay Market on Valentine’s Day
New in-flight menus launching for Hawaiian, Alaska Airlines
Pilina commemorates two years of connection with an anniversary pāʻina
The Shops at Wailea presents Valentine’s Day dining featuring seasonal menus and romantic settings
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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

State staff discover one of oldest Hawaiian honeycreepers on Big Island

The ʻiʻiwi likely hatched in the winter/spring of 2015-16 and is a minimum of 10 years old, which is rather amazing considering the typical lifespan of ʻiʻiwi is, maybe, half of that at 3 to 5 years.

Snorkel Bob’s expands to Queens’ Marketplace in Waikōloa

The locally owned and operated company founded on Maui has built a loyal following throughout the islands for its custom-fitting equipment, knowledgeable service and commitment to protecting local reefs.

Business Monday: Find your herbal remedies at new Moonlit Merchant wagon in Kona

Find your local herbalist at the Moonlit Merchant wagon in Kona.

UPDATE: High surf advisory extended through Tuesday for eastern shorelines

Large breaking waves of 7 to 12 continue to be forecast as strong trade winds persist.

New wind advisory issued for majority of Big Island

East winds of 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph through Tuesday evening (Feb. 17); winds that strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings and make it difficult to steer, especially in high-profile vehicles.

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Plan ahead now: Road closure scheduled for Pe‘e Road at intersection of Po‘ipū Road

The closure is scheduled from Feb. 23 to March 16, weather permitting; it is necessary to accommodate ongoing construction of a roundabout at the intersection.

UPDATE: East, southeast shores to remain under high surf advisory through Tuesday

Large breaking waves of 7 to 12 continue to be forecast as strong trade winds persist.

UPDATE: Episode 42 of ongoing summit eruption at Kīlauea volcano on Big Island ends after nearly 10 hours

An estimated 15 million cubic yards of lava erupted and covered about 50% of Halemaʻumaʻu Crater floor.

Measure strengthening Hawaiʻi electric grid reliability, safety, affordability moves forward

Hawaiʻi Senate Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs passes second reading of Senate Bill 3326, referring it to Senate Committee on Ways and Means for further consideration; would establish policy to restructure electric industry by separating generation from transmission and distribution.

Aloha United Way’s 211 Annual Report reveals rising housing, food needs throughout Hawaiʻi

The 2025 report draws on more than 51,000 calls, texts and chats to the statewide 211 helpline.