Hawai‘i News Public advised by state about recall of Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Outshine Fruit…
Kaua‘i News Brown water advisory lifted for Kauaʻi, issued for four areas
2 tropical disturbances in East Pacific; Hawaiʻi officials monitoring the systems
While it is too early to determine the track, intensity and magnitude of these disturbances, Hawaiʻi officials say residents should prepare again for possible bad weather. August 19, 2026 · 01:33pm
State Land Board authorizes transfer of 300+ acres to Hawaiian Home Lands
The eight parcels on the Big Island identified in the transfer consist of two commercial-zoned parcels appropriate for revenue-generating industrial/commercial development and six parcels in the Hilo town core suited to connected residential and agricultural homestead development.Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi County offices, facilities to close for Statehood Day
Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi County moves to expand 15-mph school area speed limits around Kalaheo…
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State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Emergency tree trimming to cause delays on Māluhia Road
Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative
Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala
State urges residents to file insurance claims as quickly as possible following Hurricane…
Kauaʻi faces widespread disruptions as Lala sweeps past with strong winds and rain
Tropical Storm Lala is 170 miles past Līhuʻe, but outer bands still bringing rain, gusty…
Fisherman rescued from tide pool near Kahili Point in Kīlauea
Hurricane Hunters reveal what they found inside Lala as it strengthens into a Category 1…
New York visitor rescued from Kalalau Trail on Friday suffering from dehydration
Kauaʻi County more than doubles its pesticide-free parks
US Navy initiates return of nearly 44 acres on Oʻahu, Molokaʻi to state
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Kaua‘i News
State Land Board authorizes transfer of 300+ acres to Hawaiian Home Lands
The eight parcels on the Big Island identified in the transfer consist of two commercial-zoned parcels appropriate for revenue-generating industrial/commercial development and six parcels in the Hilo town core suited to connected residential and agricultural homestead development.
Kauaʻi County: What you need to know about Tropical Storm Lala recovery
Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency damage reporting portals are open for the public to submit damage reports related to Tropical Storm Lala; some state parks remain closed; brown water advisory still in effect.
Public advised by state about recall of Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Outshine Fruit Bars products
The recall was issued because of possible contamination with glass; recalled products were distributed nationally, including at Times/Don Quijote, KTA Super Stores, Walmart, Target and other retailers in Hawaiʻi.
Brown water advisory lifted for Kauaʻi, issued for four areas
Waimea Recreational Pier, Kōloa Landing, Hanamāulu Beach, and Niumalu Beach are under a brown water advisory due to potential pollutant risks post-storm.
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Hawaii News
State Land Board authorizes transfer of 300+ acres to Hawaiian Home Lands
The eight parcels on the Big Island identified in the transfer consist of two commercial-zoned parcels appropriate for revenue-generating industrial/commercial development and six parcels in the Hilo town core suited to connected residential and agricultural homestead development.
Public advised by state about recall of Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Outshine Fruit Bars products
The recall was issued because of possible contamination with glass; recalled products were distributed nationally, including at Times/Don Quijote, KTA Super Stores, Walmart, Target and other retailers in Hawaiʻi.
State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.
SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala’s severe weather and power outages, SNAP recipients are eligible for replacement benefits to regain lost food resources.
Big Island News
Office of Hawaiian Affairs delivers supplies to isolated Kaʻū communities
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs ensured that 1,500 pounds of essential supplies was delivered to severely impacted Native Hawaiian communities underserved by existing relief efforts.
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Officials closely watching new tropical disturbance southeast of Hawaiian Islands
Hawaiian Electric restored about 2,600 Big Island customers Wednesday in sections of Puna, North and South Kohala, North and South Hilo and Hāmākua with about 14,400 customers on the island remain without power; medical doctors will be available later today at Nāʻālehu Elementary School; plus additional updates.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 21-27: Plenty to do, but once again the weather could get in the way
It's a smorgasbord of fun planned for everyone at events and activities around the island; unfortunately, another possible tropical cyclone could be headed our way, becoming the second most unwanted guest to the islands as early as this weekend.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for August 20, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain slightly below average through Thursday. A long period south-southwest swell generated from gales just south and east...
Hilton appoints Jon Gersonde as Managing Director of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Hilton announced the appointment of Jon Gersonde as managing director of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort.
Maui OED announces grant opportunities for financial literacy, student and youth travel
Two Fiscal Year 2027 grant-funding opportunities — a new Financial Literacy Program focused on strengthening County grantees, small businesses and community members, as well as a second round of Student and Youth Travel funding for Hāna, Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi – are available, the County of Maui Office of Economic Development (OED) announced.
Maui residents and businesses asked to report Lala damage
The County of Maui Office of Recovery and Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) are encouraging residents and businesses to report storm damage to private property from Tropical Storm Lala to help officials document the extent of damage and support recovery efforts.
