Community No activation of Hawai‘i National Guard planned — for now — amid conflict in Iran
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WATCH: Kaua‘i fire recruits bring visitor to safety after a fall near Secret Falls Trail
The Kaua‘i Fire Department’s 35th Recruit Class was conducting rescue equipment and techniques trainings on the trail when the call came in. March 06, 2026 · 08:11am
Federal jury convicts Oʻahu military lawyer for attempted sexual enticement, exploitation of minors
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Kaua‘i News
No activation of Hawai‘i National Guard planned — for now — amid conflict in Iran
Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, elevated its security level to BRAVO following the commencement of hostilities with the Middle Eastern nation, as did other military facilities throughout the state.
Structure fire on Kahuna Road in Kapaʻa displaces 2 people and a pet
There was about $500,000 in damage to the single-story home, a carport and the occupants’ belongings, but no injuries were reported.
‘GET Local’: Keiki chefs can find new food adventures by entering video cooking contest
Budding cooks should create a 5- to 7-minute video preparing a healthy recipe with at least one locally sourced fruit, vegetable or protein; winners receive an immersive farm and food adventure, going behind the scenes to learn directly from professionals in the culinary arts and local agriculture.
Former Hawai‘i congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa dies
Gov. Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and all Hawaiʻi National Guard facilities immediately, until sunrise on March 9.
WATCH: Hirono questions top military brass about readiness, impacts of Iran war, women in combat
The Hawai‘i Democrat, ranking member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, asked each witness: “How are you supposed to determine impact on readiness if you don’t know the extent of this war, what it is going to take?”
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Hawaii News
No activation of Hawai‘i National Guard planned — for now — amid conflict in Iran
Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, elevated its security level to BRAVO following the commencement of hostilities with the Middle Eastern nation, as did other military facilities throughout the state.
‘GET Local’: Keiki chefs can find new food adventures by entering video cooking contest
Budding cooks should create a 5- to 7-minute video preparing a healthy recipe with at least one locally sourced fruit, vegetable or protein; winners receive an immersive farm and food adventure, going behind the scenes to learn directly from professionals in the culinary arts and local agriculture.
Former Hawai‘i congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa dies
Gov. Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and all Hawaiʻi National Guard facilities immediately, until sunrise on March 9.
WATCH: Hirono questions top military brass about readiness, impacts of Iran war, women in combat
The Hawai‘i Democrat, ranking member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, asked each witness: “How are you supposed to determine impact on readiness if you don’t know the extent of this war, what it is going to take?”
Hawaiʻi Foodbank and state launch 27th annual State Employees’ Food and Fund Drive
State employees have supported the drive since 1999, collecting food and raising funds for Hawaiʻi Foodbank and its statewide affiliates; this year’s drive runs through May 8.
Volcano Watch: U.S. Geological Survey updates Volcano Observatory Notice to Aviation alerts
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory on the Big Island will issue its first Volcano Observatory Notice to Aviation in the new format when the next Kīlauea fountaining episode begins — and the aviation community will get that information more quickly and effectively than ever before.
Big Island News
Police advise public to AVOID portion of Hualālai Road in Kona
The roadway is closed between Aloha Kona Drive and Kuakini Highway because of a traffic crash.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 07, 2026
A significant change in the weather pattern is expected early next week. Moderate to breezy east-southeast trade winds and mostly stable conditions will persist...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 07, 2026
Surf along east facing shores will elevated and choppy into early next week then slowly decline as local winds veer southerly. Surf along north- and west-facing...
New Chief Reed Mahuna pledges trust, safety, respect between police, community
New Hawaiʻi Police Department Chief Reed Mahuna, who was publicly sworn in Friday (March 6), envisions a Big Island police force guided by aloha, kuleana, pono and lōkahi, vowing to build public trust and enhance public safety through officer retention, new technology and community programs.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for March 07, 2026
Surf along east facing shores will elevated and choppy into early next week then slowly decline as local winds veer southerly. Surf along north- and west-facing...
Prolonged period of stormy weather in forecast next week
"A strong low pressure system will bring deep moisture over the state, leading to the potential for heavy rain, flash flooding and thunderstorms," according to the NWS. "The threat for flash flooding could develop over Kaua'i County late Monday, spreading eastward to the entire state Tuesday and Wednesday, and persisting through the rest of the week."
