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Hawaiʻi briefs for May 18: University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa grads, funds released, changing up the menu, Filipino migration

A brief look at several stories from throughout the state.

100 years of summer sessions at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa celebrated with ‘He Lei Hoʻokahi’

Special restaging of 2026 Merrie Monarch Festival Hōʻike performance also honors Kumu Hula Darrell Lupenui.

Summer culinary training available for Hawai‘i high school students

Deadline to apply is May 29 for Cohort 22: Culinary Foundations through partnership between Culinary Institute of the Pacific and Culinary Institute of America; but don’t wait, seats are limited.

‘Ready to get back out there’: Kauaʻi Community College student rebuilds her life through carpentry, education

Crystal Santos went from being behind bars to now graduating this month with an associate in science degree in carpentry technology from Kauaʻi Community College, all to create a better future for herself and her family.

19 lane closures scheduled during week of May 17-22 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

New chef at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay cooking up a healthy and tasty menu with local flair

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay welcomes culinary director Pete Ghione, known for his “culinary medicine” approach, to enhance its wellness offerings on Kauaʻi’s North Shore.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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Hawaiʻi briefs for May 18: University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa grads, funds released, changing up the menu, Filipino migration

A brief look at several stories from throughout the state.

100 years of summer sessions at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa celebrated with ‘He Lei Hoʻokahi’

Special restaging of 2026 Merrie Monarch Festival Hōʻike performance also honors Kumu Hula Darrell Lupenui.

Summer culinary training available for Hawai‘i high school students

Deadline to apply is May 29 for Cohort 22: Culinary Foundations through partnership between Culinary Institute of the Pacific and Culinary Institute of America; but don’t wait, seats are limited.

Upcoming open house to detail Kauaʻi’s landfill expansion project

The open house will update the community about the Kekaha Landfill Cell 3 vertical expansion project, which would expand landfill capacity upward within the existing landfill area.

Transforming everyday commutes: Skyline riders to support Hawaiʻi’s youth on Great Futures Day

Boys & Girls Club of Hawaiʻi celebrates 50 years with communitywide initiative Monday, May 18, in support of programs that serve island children and teens.

Filing deadline for Hawaiʻi candidates running for public office in 2026 is June 2

Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the 2026 Hawaiʻi Candidate’s Manual.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 18, 2026

A slightly unstable and somewhat wet trade wind flow will continue over the next few days with brief downpours possible. An increasingly stable, windy trade...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 18, 2026

A small, medium-period NNW declines through tonight with surf along exposed shorelines following suit. Another medium period NNW swell will provide an...

Hawaiʻi briefs for May 17: Spring commencement, funds released, locally-sourced foods, Stories from the Field

A brief look at several stories from throughout the state.

‘He Lei Hoʻokahi’ marks 100 years of summer sessions at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Special restaging of 2026 Merrie Monarch Festival Hōʻike performance also honors Kumu Hula Darrell Lupenui.

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Maui Surf Forecast for May 18, 2026

A small, medium-period NNW declines through tonight with surf along exposed shorelines following suit. Another medium period NNW swell will provide an...

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announces summer music lineup

From unplugged island sessions to the exclusive Maui Songwriters Festival Summer Series, the resort invites guests and the local community to experience an elevated seasonal celebration where world-class storytelling meets the natural aloha of Kapalua.

Candidates reminded of June 2 filing deadline

The Maui County Office of the County Clerk is reminding candidates who want to appear on this year’s ballot for public office that the filing deadline for nomination papers is 4:30 p.m. June 2. Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the 2026 Hawaiʻi Candidate’s Manual, available at https://elections.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026- Candidates-Manual.pdf. The candidate report, which is updated daily with […]

Op-Ed: Growing together, navigating pregnancy and family support across Hawaiʻi

Op-Ed: Rose Lau, a registered nurse is Director, Native Hawaiian Health and Population Health Management Programs at UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Hawaiʻi. In this role, she oversees maternity programs for members like Hāpai Mālama, which provides coverage for hāpai moms and keiki, including prenatal, postpartum and behavioral health services.