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Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi police seek Wailua man wanted on felony warrant, multiple investigations

Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s new mobile truck offers lifeline on Kauaʻi’s remote North Shore
The mobile site is made possible through a partnership with the Wainiha Country Market, whose owner and operator, Joell Edwards, offered free space for the mobile food truck that offers free producean d May 05, 2026 · 05:00am
Support circle on Kauaʻi aims to help families coping with child loss
In May, Kauaʻi Hospice will launch a new grief support initiative, creating a compassionate space for individuals and families grieving pregnancy loss, stillbirth or the death of a child.Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i County Council chair expresses frustration over suspension of junk vehicle…
Hawai‘i News Junior Achievement of Hawaiʻi seeks volunteers to teach financial literacy
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Inaugural Laulau Day celebrated at Hawaiʻi House of Representatives

Public encouraged to read, comment on draft statewide preservation plan

University of Hawai‘i research predicts El Niño 15 months in advance using ocean model

End of an era at Kōloa Rum Co. as longtime president, chief executive officer Bob Gunter…

More than $300 million of state’s tourism revenue washed away by kona lows in March

Special ceremony, exhibit mark 40th anniversary since USS Missouri recommissioning

Kaua’i County transitions to new emergency alert platform

Division of Motor Vehicles self-serve kiosk in Līhuʻe now accepting cash

Youth summit brings more than 220 high school students together

Vrbo names Hanalei ‘Tiki Home’ as one of its 2026 Vacation Rentals of the Year

17 lane closures scheduled during week of May 2-8 on Kaua‘i state roadways

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road closures scheduled during weekend in Līhuʻe

Volcano Watch: Kīlauea summit eruptions on Big Island outside Halemaʻumaʻu Crater

Junk vehicle disposal services temporarily suspended
Kaua‘i News
University of Hawaiʻi announces system-wide commencement schedule
Thousands of graduates across the state will celebrate graduation from Saturday, May 9 to Saturday, May 16.
Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s new mobile truck offers lifeline on Kauaʻi’s remote North Shore
The mobile site is made possible through a partnership with the Wainiha Country Market, whose owner and operator, Joell Edwards, offered free space for the mobile food truck that offers free producean d
Registration opens on Kauaʻi for free basketball clinic in partnership with UH Hilo
Online registration is limited to 50 participants and begins at 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, at the Kauaʻi Parks and Recreation website.
Support circle on Kauaʻi aims to help families coping with child loss
In May, Kauaʻi Hospice will launch a new grief support initiative, creating a compassionate space for individuals and families grieving pregnancy loss, stillbirth or the death of a child.
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Hawaii News
Junior Achievement of Hawaiʻi seeks volunteers to teach financial literacy
Volunteers delivered Personal Finance lessons to 25 boarding students at Lahainaluna High School in April as part of an ongoing effort to expand access to financial literacy education statewide.
Inaugural Laulau Day celebrated at Hawaiʻi House of Representatives
“Laulau is more than a beloved island staple; it carries deep cultural and historical meaning,” said Oʻahu state Rep. Darius Kila. “Preserving and promoting traditional Hawaiian foods helps honor Native Hawaiian culture and ensures these practices continue to be understood and passed on.”
Public encouraged to read, comment on draft statewide preservation plan
30-day review period now open for Papahana Kāʻeuʻeu: Hawaiʻi’s Plan for Living Heritage Stewardship, which will guide how state, county agencies, Native Hawaiian organizations and communities work together to identify, protect and steward Hawaiʻi’s historic and cultural resources from 2026 through 2034.
University of Hawai‘i research predicts El Niño 15 months in advance using ocean model
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa model predicts the development of a strong El Niño, more than 35.6 degrees warmer than normal over the equatorial eastern Pacific Ocean, toward the end of this year.
End of an era at Kōloa Rum Co. as longtime president, chief executive officer Bob Gunter steps down
The Kaua‘i distillery’s Chief Commercial Officer Robert Ramer succeeds Gunter as chief operating officer, overseeing day-to-day operations while continuing its growth and expansion into the next chapter.
More than $300 million of state’s tourism revenue washed away by kona lows in March
Number of visitors statewide in March decreased 1.7% from the same month a year before, but Kaua‘i visitor stats buck the statewide trend and see an increase; visitor spending throughout islands falls 1.6% from March 2025.
Big Island News
Hawaiian Electric employees raise more than $330K for local charities in 2025
Funds totaling $48,697.69 raised by Hawaiʻi Island employees for Hawaiʻi Island United Way will support 36 health and human services programs that reach thousands of Hawaiʻi Island families and individuals each year.
Portion of Highway 11 in Ka‘ū District closed due to fallen trees, utility lines
There are currently no alternate routes available in the area.
Maui News
Mālama Studio finds fresh home; Stitch by Stitch debuts at Maui Tropical Plantation
Excitement has been brewing at the Maui Tropical Plantation with the openings of two dynamic stores. Mālama Studio, now situated in its vibrant new location, offers a refreshed and reimagined space for an inspired shopping experience. Stitch by Stitch, Hawaii’s only yarn shop, has joined the community, thanks to Mālama Studio’s move.
County Housing Department launches Molokaʻi Voluntary Deed Restriction pilot program
The County of Maui Department of Housing is launching a Molokaʻi Voluntary Deed Restriction pilot program that will provide eligible homeowners with grants of up to $100,000 in exchange for voluntary 25-year deed restrictions limiting the sale of properties.
Maui Weather Forecast for May 05, 2026
Light winds, increasing humidity, and land and sea breeze conditions will persist through midweek as a series of fronts pass north of the state. Showers...
Kamaliʻi Elementary Educator Selected for National Geographic Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship
Kacie Seitz is an enrichment teacher for grades 3–5 and curriculum coordinator at Kamaliʻi Elementary School in Kīhei. She has been named a 2026 Grosvenor Teacher Fellow through the National Geographic Society in partnership with Lindblad Expeditions.


