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Hawai‘i News U.S. Coast Guard wraps monthlong Pacific operation covering 4,000 nautical miles

What word did Līhuʻe’s Ethan Irimata spell to be crowned Hawaiʻi spelling bee champion?
The Hawaiʻi Technology Academy student earned a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national Scripps National Spelling Bee in May. April 14, 2026 · 05:00am
State, county agencies to convene on Kauaʻi for Hawaiʻi Wildfire Summit 2026
Hawaiʻi is ramping up wildfire preparedness as officials urge participation in the Hawaiʻi Wildfire Summit 2026 this May.Hawai‘i News Gov. Green appoints Michael Ratcliffe as House District 28 representative
Kaua‘i News Residential trash pickup delayed in Kapa’a, Wailua Homesteads, and Kalāheo
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Kaua‘i hālau finishes strong in women’s division of the Merrie Monarch…

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Flood watch in effect through beginning of week; state urges continued vigilance

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Kaua‘i dancer places 4th runner-up in Miss Aloha Hula during Merrie Monarch Festival

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Kaua‘i News
What word did Līhuʻe’s Ethan Irimata spell to be crowned Hawaiʻi spelling bee champion?
A Hawaiʻi Technology Academy eight-grader earned a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.
State, county agencies to convene on Kauaʻi for Hawaiʻi Wildfire Summit 2026
Hawaiʻi is ramping up wildfire preparedness as officials urge participation in the Hawaiʻi Wildfire Summit 2026 this May.
U.S. Coast Guard wraps monthlong Pacific operation covering 4,000 nautical miles
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Henry has returned to Guam after a 29-day mission in the western Pacific, enhancing tsunami warning capabilities and delivering essential humanitarian aid.
Kauaʻi police in search of wanted Princeville man
The police ask for the public’s assistance in locating Richard Leibman, 48, who is known to frequent the Princeville, ʻAnini and Poʻipū areas.
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Hawaii News
The 63rd annual Merrie Monarch competition in photos
Photo galleries summarize a weekend of hula, moʻolelo and Hawaiian culture during Merrie Monarch in Hilo.
What word did Līhuʻe’s Ethan Irimata spell to be crowned Hawaiʻi spelling bee champion?
A Hawaiʻi Technology Academy eight-grader earned a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.
U.S. Coast Guard wraps monthlong Pacific operation covering 4,000 nautical miles
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Henry has returned to Guam after a 29-day mission in the western Pacific, enhancing tsunami warning capabilities and delivering essential humanitarian aid.
Gov. Green appoints Michael Ratcliffe as House District 28 representative
Michael “Cov” Ratcliffe will be filling the vacancy created by the appointment of former Rep. Daniel Holt, beginning tomorrow to November 2026.
Big Island News
Big Island man indicted on attempted murder charge pleads not guilty in Kona court, posts bail
Charges stem from incidents that occurred in 2023 and 2024 when the suspect assaulted a former girlfriend, according to Hawai‘i Island police.
Big Island nonprofit gifts two Big Dog Tanker Trucks to Maui Fire Department
These trucks join Maui's fleet after the department lost four trucks in the Lahaina and Kula fires of August 2023.
Maui News
Maui High School robotics team wins Denver Regional, Qualifies for World Championships
The Maui High School robotics team 2443 Blue Thunder made history at the FIRST Robotics Competition Denver Regional, capturing the Regional Championship title and earning a coveted spot at the World Championships in Houston, Texas.
First cohort graduates from BIA Hawaiʻi PACT Program at Kīpūola Kauhale
The first cohort graduated from the Building Industry Association of Hawaiʻi's (BIA Hawaiʻi) Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training (PACT) program, held on-site at Kīpūola Kauhale in Kahului last week.


