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    • Brown water advisory issued for beach park along Kaua‘i’s north shore

    The Department of Health recommends staying out of these affected waters for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

    Business Public can review University of Hawai‘i Economic Research Organization 2026 Kaua‘i…

    Business Hawai‘i visitor spending increased in April despite arrivals slightly declining

    The Pacific Missile Range Facility has canceled its Freedom Fest 2026 planned for July 2. (Graphic: Pacific Missile Range Facility)

    Pacific Missile Range Facility cancels Freedom Fest 2026 during year to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday

    The military facility said it could not host the event because its current mission does not enable the base to be open to the public. June 03, 2026 · 11:45am

    UPDATE: High surf advisory for south-facing shores extended to Thursday evening

    According to the National Weather Service, surf heights are expected to reach 10 to 14 feet through Thursday afternoon before declining to 8 to 12 feet in the evening.

    Community Pacific Missile Range Facility fosters connections with island students

    Business Get fruity: Register now for early bird discount to attend Hawaiʻi International…

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    Pacific Missile Range Facility cancels Freedom Fest 2026 during year to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday

    The military facility said it could not host the event because its current mission and budget constraints do not enable the base to be open to the public.

    UPDATE: High surf advisory for south-facing shores extended to Thursday evening

    According to the National Weather Service, surf heights are expected to reach 10 to 14 feet through Thursday afternoon before declining to 8 to 12 feet in the evening.

    Brown water advisory issued for beach park along Kaua‘i’s north shore

    The Department of Health recommends staying out of these affected waters for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

    Hawai‘i visitor spending increased in April despite arrivals slightly declining

    Preliminary statistics from Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism show a total of 828,959 visitors arrived in the state during the month, a 0.5% decrease from a year before, but total visitor spending increased 4.8%.

    Pacific Missile Range Facility fosters connections with island students

    U.S. Navy installation in West Kaua’i hosted keiki and faculty from Kula Aupuni A Kahelelani Aloha Public Charter School in May for a field trip to cultural and historic sites on base.

    Get fruity: Register now for early bird discount to attend Hawaiʻi International Tropical Fruit Conference

    Ripen up and plan to bloom into the 36th Hawai’i International Tropical Fruit Conference at the beginning of October at Outrigger Kauaʻi Beach Resort in Līhuʻe; ‘Growing Fruits, Growing Markets’ is hosted by Hawai’i Tropical Fruit Growers and open to the public. Register early to get a special early bird discount.
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    UPDATE: High surf advisory for south-facing shores extended to Thursday evening

    According to the National Weather Service, surf heights are expected to reach 10 to 14 feet through Thursday afternoon before declining to 8 to 12 feet in the evening.

    Hawai‘i visitor spending increased in April despite arrivals slightly declining

    Preliminary statistics from Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism show a total of 828,959 visitors arrived in the state during the month, a 0.5% decrease from a year before, but total visitor spending increased 4.8%.

    Get fruity: Register now for early bird discount to attend Hawaiʻi International Tropical Fruit Conference

    Ripen up and plan to bloom into the 36th Hawai’i International Tropical Fruit Conference at the beginning of October at Outrigger Kauaʻi Beach Resort in Līhuʻe; ‘Growing Fruits, Growing Markets’ is hosted by Hawai’i Tropical Fruit Growers and open to the public. Register early to get a special early bird discount.

    Free summer meals, grocery support available for keiki

    Children can receive nutritious meals this summer through three key programs: SUN Bucks grocery assistance, free eat-on-site keiki meals and Kaukau 4 Keiki meal kits.

    Magnitude-4.6 rattles Big Island off Kona Coast

    The quake was initially reported as a magnitude-4.6 and then revised up to a magnitude-5.2 before again being changed back to a magnitude-4.6 with the latest update from Hawaiian Volcano Observatory; moderate shaking reported by community members, with more than 800 ‘Felt Reports’ received by U.S. Geological Survey.

    Big Island man denied bail following charges of first and second-degree murder

    Jacob Baker is the lone suspect in the homicides of three elderly men in three locations that took place on May 22 and on May 23, according to the Hawaiʻi Police Department.

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    Police: AVOID Kahakai Boulevard/Niuhi Street intersection in Pāhoa

    Alternate routes are available.

    Raging: ‘Jaw-dropping’ surf on display along Big Island south-facing shores as south-southwest swell peaks

    Savage surf slams over seawall along Ali‘i Drive in downtown Kailua-Kona, drenching passers-by and vehicles; causes Pride of America cruise ship to skip its Kona stop, leading to cancellation of concert by Kona and Windward (O‘ahu) choral societies at Mokuʻaikaua Church; surf should begin to decline overnight, but ocean safety and emergency officials remain on high alert because of dangerous conditions.

    UPDATE: High surf advisory extends through Thursday evening, 4 beach parks in West Hawai‘i to remain closed

    A high surf advisory is in place until Thursday evening, with surf heights expected to reach 10 to 14 feet.

    UPDATE: Department of Health lifts high bacteria count notification for Honokohau Harbor

    After retesting, Honokohau Harbor has met state water quality standards.

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    Celebrate Dad’s Day at Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi

    Dads can relax, kick back and enjoy a tropical escape at Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, where guests can enjoy special events and activities on the secluded island.

    Four lawmakers unopposed for re-election; Mayor’s office and a few Maui Council seats hotly contested

    Two Maui County Council members are headed back to office without a fight, along with Central Maui Sen. Troy Hashimoto and Kahului Rep. Justin Woodson who're also uncontested for re-election.

    Maui Community Tourism Collaborative applications due June 8

    Hawai‘i Tourism Authority is now accepting applications to its 2026 Community Tourism Collaboratives, a set of cohort-based programs that support small businesses and nonprofits in hosting visitors while protecting cultural and natural resources and strengthening community benefits.

    The Westin Maui names Michael Piasecki as director of group sales

    The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali announced the appointment of Michael Piasecki as director of group sales. Bringing more than a decade of hospitality sales experience in the Hawai‘i market, Piasecki joins the resort’s leadership team at a pivotal time following the completion of the property’s comprehensive $160 million transformation.