

Kaua‘i News Tree trimming scheduled for portions of Ala Kinoiki beginning Wednesday
Hawai‘i News Peak pupping for endangered Hawaiian Monk seals underway

8 neglected state-owned burial sites to be surveyed, restored, including Hanapēpē cemetery
The work to restore the cemeteries is funded through a $2.3 million legislative appropriation, the first dedicated state funding for maintaining these sites where about 5,900 people are buried. April 21, 2026 · 05:00am
Kauaʻi police hosting Drug Take Back Day on April 25
Residents can drop off unused and expired medications at the Kauaʻi Police Department in Līhuʻe without leaving their vehicles, and no questions asked.Community AARP report: Hawaiʻi will need nearly 60,000 new homes by 2050
Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i Fire is seeking public input on how to improve emergency response
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Kaua‘i News
Tree trimming scheduled for portions of Ala Kinoiki beginning Wednesday
Single lane closures are scheduled for portions of Ala Kinoiki in Poʻipū for tree trimming from April 22 to May1.
8 neglected state-owned burial sites to be surveyed, restored, including Hanapēpē cemetery
The work to restore the cemeteries is funded through a $2.3 million legislative appropriation, the first dedicated state funding for maintaining these sites where about 5,900 people are buried.
Temporary summer positions now available at Hawaiʻi Gas locations throughout islands
Utility’s Summer Hire program positions are designed for recent high school grads and college students; the utility is recruiting for a range of posts at all locations statewide.
Kauaʻi police hosting Drug Take Back Day on April 25
Residents can drop off unused and expired medications at the Kauaʻi Police Department in Līhuʻe without leaving their vehicles, and no questions asked.
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Hawaii News
8 neglected state-owned burial sites to be surveyed, restored, including Hanapēpē cemetery
The work to restore the cemeteries is funded through a $2.3 million legislative appropriation, the first dedicated state funding for maintaining these sites where about 5,900 people are buried.
Temporary summer positions now available at Hawaiʻi Gas locations throughout islands
Utility’s Summer Hire program positions are designed for recent high school grads and college students; the utility is recruiting for a range of posts at all locations statewide.
Peak pupping for endangered Hawaiian Monk seals underway
The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources reminds beachgoers that Beachgoers are reminded it is illegal to harass, disturb or harm them under state and federal law.
AARP report: Hawaiʻi will need nearly 60,000 new homes by 2050
The study was prepared by ECOnorthwest through AARP’s Livable Communities Technical Advisors Program. It reports that rising housing costs and limited supply are making it harder for residents to remain in their communities as they age.
Big Island News
3 Hilo schools closed due to unexpected water outage
A water tank serving the area is at low levels, resulting in limited water service to the East Hawai‘i schools.
Mural celebrating Hawaiian traditions unveiled at Captain Cook Post Office
The vibrant mural is the work of artist Estria Miyashiro, his crew and the keiki of Ke Kula ‘O Ehunuikaimalino.
Work to replace lava tube bridge to begin at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Most of Nāhuku Lava Tube will remain open during construction; entrance and exit will move to the east end only until the project is completed by the end of June.
60K new homes needed by 2050 to meet Hawaiʻi housing demand, finds AARP study
The study was prepared by ECOnorthwest through AARP’s Livable Communities Technical Advisors Program. It reports that rising housing costs and limited supply are making it harder for residents to remain in their communities as they age.
Maui News
Lahaina Restoration Foundation online auction opens, bidding begins May 10
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation is giving the community a chance to get a sneak peek of its upcoming online auction, featuring over a hundred unique items and experiences donated in support of Lahaina’s historic preservation efforts.
Earth Day at Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge, April 22
Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge will be celebrating Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Partners will be on site with a variety of hands on activities for attendees of all ages.
Maui Weather Forecast for April 21, 2026
A light land and sea breeze pattern will produce afternoon clouds and spotty showers over land and partial clearing at night. Trade winds will redevelop late...
Work to start on pedestrian bridge at ʻĪao Valley State Monument; Park closure continues since March storms
The DLNR Division of State Parks will begin critical upgrades to the pedestrian bridge crossing Wailuku River at ʻĪao Valley State Monument on April 27, 2026. The work will continue through June 26, 2026.


