

Community Registration open for 2026 court interpreter orientation workshops
Business Hawai‘i December 2025 unemployment remains unchanged at 2.2

High surf advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
This swell is expected to peak during the overnight hours, then will gradually decline on Wednesday. January 27, 2026 · 03:14pm
Hawai’i-based Zippy’s celebrates grand opening of fourth restaurant in Las Vegas
Company officials said the new location reflects Zippy’s continued growth on the mainland while maintaining its island roots.Community New state Kaiapuni Education priority placement process to support growing demand
Community National report ranks University of Hawaiʻi 2-year colleges among best for…
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Hirono meets with students, advocates, local businesses on O‘ahu

Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus to introduce 2026 legislative package to state lawmakers

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Kahu ʻĀina projects bridge culture, conservation throughout Hawaiian Islands

USDA seeks sponsors to provide meals for keiki while school’s out for summer

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Cink wins his first Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai on Big Island

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Kaua‘i News
Registration open for 2026 court interpreter orientation workshops
Freelance court interpreters are paid a minimum $35 an hour; completion of the 2-day workshop is required.
Hawai’i-based Zippy’s celebrates grand opening of fourth restaurant in Las Vegas
Company officials said the new location reflects Zippy’s continued growth on the mainland while maintaining its island roots.
High surf advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
This swell is expected to peak during the overnight hours, then will gradually decline on Wednesday.
Hawai‘i December 2025 unemployment remains unchanged at 2.2%
The number of nonfarm jobs available throughout the state also increased by 7,400 from December 2024 to December 2025.
New state Kaiapuni Education priority placement process to support growing demand
Interim guidance from Hawaiʻi Department of Education sets clearer, statewide approach as long-term Hawaiian language immersion program planning continues.
National report ranks University of Hawaiʻi 2-year colleges among best for affordability
The university’s commitment to keeping education within reach is most evident at its community colleges, which received a “Leading” rating for affordability, with the index finding that the average 2-year student in Hawaiʻi needs to work only 9 hours per week to cover the net price of attendance, while low-income students require just 6 hours per week.
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Hawaii News
Registration open for 2026 court interpreter orientation workshops
Freelance court interpreters are paid a minimum $35 an hour; completion of the 2-day workshop is required.
Hawai‘i December 2025 unemployment remains unchanged at 2.2%
The number of nonfarm jobs available throughout the state also increased by 7,400 from December 2024 to December 2025.
New state Kaiapuni Education priority placement process to support growing demand
Interim guidance from Hawaiʻi Department of Education sets clearer, statewide approach as long-term Hawaiian language immersion program planning continues.
National report ranks University of Hawaiʻi 2-year colleges among best for affordability
The university’s commitment to keeping education within reach is most evident at its community colleges, which received a “Leading” rating for affordability, with the index finding that the average 2-year student in Hawaiʻi needs to work only 9 hours per week to cover the net price of attendance, while low-income students require just 6 hours per week.
Hirono meets with students, advocates, local businesses on O‘ahu
Purpose of the Hawai‘i Democrat’s visits was to discuss Impact of federal funding and consequences of President Donald Trump’s policies
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus to introduce 2026 legislative package to state lawmakers
Hawaiʻi Keiki Caucus — established in 1994 — is a bipartisan collaborative effort among state legislators, community leaders and youth-centered organizations dedicated to advancing policies that improve the lives of Hawaiʻi’s young people.
Big Island News
Rep. Tokuda to kick off series of statewide town hall meetings in Waimea
The lawmaker will discuss policies affecting Hawaiʻi, address concerns about the Trump administration and answer questions from community members.
Grand opening of Zippy’s 4th Las Vegas branch showcases Hawaiian traditions, spirit
The grand opening in Las Vegas featured a traditional Hawaiian blessing and the ceremonial untying of a maile lei by Zippy’s Chief Executive Officer Jason Higa.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for January 28, 2026
Surf along north and west facing shores will continue to trend up to advisory levels this evening and tonight as a medium- to long- period north northwest swell...
The Shops at Wailea welcomes Lunar New Year with lion dance and martial arts, Feb. 19
The Shops at Wailea invites the public to welcome the Lunar New Year with a cultural celebration on Thursday, Feb. 19. The afternoon will feature a traditional lion dance and martial arts demonstration by Oʻahu-based Au's Shaolin Arts Society.
The Big Game returns to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Feb. 8
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center hosts viewing of The Big Game on two screens—indoors at the Castle Theater, and outdoors at the Yokouchi Pavilion—on Sunday, Feb. 8. Gates open at 12 p.m., and kickoff is at 1:30 p.m.
Lahaina businesses, Hana Hou by Hale Zen and Melissa Dyckman Interiors secure public relations
Owned by longtime retailer Lisa Payne, Hana Hou by Hale Zen reopened in 2024 after being lost in the August 2023 Lahaina wildfire. Melissa Dyckman Interiors specializes in full-service interior design, architectural review, furnishings and styling, with a focus on supporting Lahaina fire rebuilds.


