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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?”

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.
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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.

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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.

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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."

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Announces Spring Kapalua Wine & Chef Series

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua invites guests to experience a rare convergence of culinary mastery and island tradition with a line-up of guest chefs for the beloved Kapalua Wine & Chef Series this spring.

Cultural celebration honors Queen Kaʻahumanu’s 258th Birthday, March 15

Queen Kaʻahumanu Center invites the Maui community and visitors to honor the legacy of one of Hawaiʻi’s most influential leaders during a special celebration commemorating the 258th birthday of Queen Kaʻahumanu.