Hawai‘i News March unemployment rates increase slightly to 2.4
Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi students recognized for leadership, service with $20,000 Grove Farm…
Hawaiʻi DOH warns public about potent opioid-like substance known as 7-OH
Kaua'i residents are being cautioned about the dangers of 7-hydroxymitragynine, a potent opioid-like substance marketed as "enhanced kratom," which poses serious health risks. May 12, 2026 · 05:00am
Kauaʻi youth golf program swings into summer with June registration
Young athletes on Kauaʻi are invited to hone their golf skills this summer as registration for the county's coveted youth golf program at Wailua Golf Course opens on June 8th.Kaua‘i News Donkey Beach access, Keālia Kai restroom to close for maintenance
Hawai‘i News 65th annual Business Night honors student achievement with awards totaling $122,500
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Kaua‘i News
March unemployment rates increase slightly to 2.4%
According to the State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, jobs decrease by 1,700 year over year.
Hawaiʻi DOH warns public about potent opioid-like substance known as 7-OH
Kaua’i residents are being cautioned about the dangers of 7-hydroxymitragynine, a potent opioid-like substance marketed as “enhanced kratom,” which poses serious health risks.
Sunset Adoption Nights aims to connect more Kauaʻi families with rescue pets
Starting May 15, the Kauaʻi Humane Society will launch its “Sunset Adoption Hour,” extending adoption hours to 7 p.m. and lowering adoption fees.
Kauaʻi youth golf program swings into summer with June registration
Young athletes on Kauaʻi are invited to hone their golf skills this summer as registration for the county’s coveted youth golf program at Wailua Golf Course opens on June 8th.
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Hawaii News
March unemployment rates increase slightly to 2.4%
According to the State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, jobs decrease by 1,700 year over year.
Hawaiʻi DOH warns public about potent opioid-like substance known as 7-OH
Kaua’i residents are being cautioned about the dangers of 7-hydroxymitragynine, a potent opioid-like substance marketed as “enhanced kratom,” which poses serious health risks.
65th annual Business Night honors student achievement with awards totaling $122,500
Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa brought together more than 500 students and business professionals for an evening of mentorship and recognition.
News briefs for May 11: Public corruption case update, funds available for Kona low damage, L&L marks strongest opening month
Attorney General continues biweekly update on public corruption case, funds available for Hawaiʻi residents impacted by Kona low and L&L opens new locations.
Big Island News
Business briefs for May 12: Hilo business owners awarded, Fairmont Orchid has a new manager, Hawaiʻi Island Health Center CEO to start in the fall
Big Island businesses experience success and leadership changes.
Fountaining episode at Kīlauea predicted to start this week
The forecast window for episode 47, based on tilt data, suggests that lava fountaining will occur again sometime between Tuesday, May 12, and Thursday, May 14, with later today or tomorrow most likely.
Maui News
Hawaiian Electric seeking renewable energy proposals for Lāna‘i
Hawaiian Electric is beginning the process to seek proposals of a large-scale renewable energy project for the island of Lāna‘i to reduce the use of imported fossil fuels, cut carbon emissions and stabilize rates. The company is hosting a community meeting to discuss these procurement efforts and collect community feedback on Tuesday, June 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Lāna‘i Filipino Clubhouse, 450 Jacaranda Street, Lāna‘i City.
Key Maui Council incumbents officially commit to race for re-election
With three weeks left before the June 2 candidate filing deadline, the Maui County candidate line-ups are taking shape. Two incumbents — West Maui Council Member Tamara Paltin and East Maui Council Member Shane Sinenci — have officially committed to campaigns for re-election while others haven’t jumped in officially, yet. Five council members — Kauanoe […]
Pacific Whale Foundation reaches thousands through Keiki Whale Watch program
Pacific Whale Foundation has served 2,484 students since January through its Keiki Whale Watch program across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi.
Closure to begin half-hour later for section of South Kīhei Road undergoing storm repair
Starting today, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the closure of South Kīhei Road between Ohukai Road and Kūlanihākoʻi Street will begin a half-hour later at 7:30 a.m. to better accommodate morning traffic, according to the County of Maui Department of Public Works.
