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‘Together, we can make sure no child goes hungry’: Mālama Kaua‘i Kaukau 4 Keiki program starts June 1

‘Ohana can now apply to receive boxes of food for 9 weeks during the summer through the program; Mālama Kaua‘i also now seeking host sites, vendors and volunteers to serve as part of the 2026 program.

UPDATE: Flood advisory canceled for Kaua‘i as heavy rainfall diminishes

However, a flood watch does remain in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday (March 14) for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.

Hawaiʻi Senate preserves tax cuts for working families

State lawmakers must look inward, however, and ensure the state is living within its means before asking taxpayers to do the same; So while taking this action, they acknowledge revenues are declining as state costs for many programs rise because of action by U.S. Congress.

State Land Department divisions urge caution outside, on water because of severe weather

Outdoor recreation — including camping, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, etc. — and boating or other water activities during inclement weather put not only yourself but first responders at greater risk in an emergency.

UPDATE: Phone service restored at Kaua‘i County Department of Water

The department issued a notice just before 2 p.m. Tuesday (March 10) saying phone lines and voicemails were down; it reported at about 4:30 p.m. that service was restored.

UPDATE: Kīlauea episodic summit eruption again paused after 9 hours of Episode 43 lava fountaining

All eruptive activity was confined to Halemaʻumaʻu within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continues to closely monitor Kīlauea and will issue additional notices as needed based on activity.
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The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
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Nāpali Coast: A ‘Biodiversity Hotspot,’ but with many endangered species to protect

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Hawaiʻi Senate preserves tax cuts for working families

State lawmakers must look inward, however, and ensure the state is living within its means before asking taxpayers to do the same; So while taking this action, they acknowledge revenues are declining as state costs for many programs rise because of action by U.S. Congress.

State Land Department divisions urge caution outside, on water because of severe weather

Outdoor recreation — including camping, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, etc. — and boating or other water activities during inclement weather put not only yourself but first responders at greater risk in an emergency.

Kauaʻi Coffee Co. delays layoffs while land lease negotiations continue

Kauaʻi Coffee Co. said it remains operational and open to the public while it continues to negotiate a new land lease to replace the one that is set to expire on March 28.

Kupu seeks stewards to educate and maintain trails in conservation areas

Kupu, a conservation and sustainability nonprofit, is accepting applications for stewards, who educate visitors and maintain trails for natural, cultural areas.

Data in Hawai‘i shows drop in number of fatal traffic crashes so far in 2026

This decline comes after the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation launched its statewide 2026 Safe Roads Challenge in January, which turns traffic safety into a game with a free safe driving app.

Expected storm to Hawaiian Islands prompts Gov. Green to issue emergency proclamation

The storm is expected to affect Kauaʻi and Oʻahu first, with conditions expanding across the rest of the state through the weekend.

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Former Kohala Coast estate of the late Lisa Marie Presley on the market for $17.5M

Known as Hale Ohi‘a, the 6-bedroom, 8,178-square-foot home was built with more than 250 native ohi‘a logs, and comes with access to the exclusive Mauna Lani Beach Club.

Flood advisory issued for portions of Kaʻū, Puna

Some locations that will experience flooding include Hawaiian Paradise Park, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Wood Valley, Pāhala, Volcano, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Kawa Flats, Glenwood, Mountain View, Nāʻālehu, Hawaiian Acres, Orchidland Estates, Pāhoa, Keaʻau, Hawaiian Ocean View, Fern Forest, Eden Roc, Fern Acres and Waiʻōhinu.

Hilo transforms into New York City with the production of ‘In the Heights’

The romantic musical directed by Jennie Kaneshiro blends universal themes of love, culture and aspirations that resonate with the local communities in Hawaiʻi.

Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense, partners to open tephra information center in Volcano

Residents can visit the tephra information center to learn how to clean tephra from their homes, protect water catchment tanks and make requests for assistance.

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Powerful kona storm begins trek down island chain; severe weather to persist

A powerful and slow-moving kona low northwest of the islands will bring a prolonged period of hazardous weather to the state through the upcoming weekend. Expect periods of heavy rain, bringing the potential for flash flooding, strong kona winds, and strong to severe thunderstorms.

Severe weather forecast prompts closure of all camping areas on Maui, Molokaʻi and Oʻahu

Due to the powerful approaching storms, all camping areas on Maui, Molokaʻi and Oʻahu are closed until further notice. The closure went into effect at 1 a.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

DLNR: Caution urged outdoors and on the water due to severe weather

The state Department of Land and Natural Resources' Division of Forestry and Wildlife, and Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation are advising residents and visitors to avoid outdoor recreation and take precautions on the water as severe weather approaches.

Maui Surf Forecast for March 11, 2026

A series of small, medium- to long-period west-northwest swells will bring small surf to north and west facing shores through the rest of the week. The...