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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.

New renewable energy project in Kauaʻi will power 16,000 homes annually

AES Hawai‘i’s Ka‘awanui Solar project will be a pivotal step toward 100% renewable energy by offsetting 179 million gallons of fossil fuel.

New small farm partnerships help public schools advance farm-to-school effort

Additional micropurchasing agreements are in development throughout the state, including collaborations between school cafeterias and school gardens, as well as additional small farm produce purchases on Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui.

Kaua’i man sentenced to 5 years after pleading guilty in multiple cases

Adrian Arrisgado, 26, of Kapaʻa, was sentenced on March 5 to five years in prison for multiple felony charges, including domestic abuse and assault.

Kauaʻi Boys & Girls Club members honored during 2026 Youth of the Year Luncheon

Jenary Remigio of the Līhuʻe Clubhouse and Coen Langley of the Kapa‘a Clubhouse were each awarded scholarships; Matthew “Messiah” Cargo of the Wai‘anae Clubhouse on Oʻahu was named Youth of the Year and advances to represent Oʻahu and Kauaʻi clubhouses at the Hawai‘i State Youth of the Year competition.

Two fugitives arrested in Poʻipū; pending extradition to California

Shane Mahoney and Arianna Mitchell of California were arrested at Poʻipū Beach in a coordinated effort by Kauaʻi Police and several other agencies, following their involvement in the attempted murder of a law enforcement officer.
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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.

Federal jury convicts Oʻahu military lawyer for attempted sexual enticement, exploitation of minors

Senior military officer, Ross Andrew Brown, was convicted of multiple counts of enticement, exploitation of a minor by a federal jury in Hawaiʻi, as part of the nationwide Project Safe Childhood initiative to crack down on online child predators.

New small farm partnerships help public schools advance farm-to-school effort

Additional micropurchasing agreements are in development throughout the state, including collaborations between school cafeterias and school gardens, as well as additional small farm produce purchases on Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui.

Kauaʻi Boys & Girls Club members honored during 2026 Youth of the Year Luncheon

Jenary Remigio of the Līhuʻe Clubhouse and Coen Langley of the Kapa‘a Clubhouse were each awarded scholarships; Matthew “Messiah” Cargo of the Wai‘anae Clubhouse on Oʻahu was named Youth of the Year and advances to represent Oʻahu and Kauaʻi clubhouses at the Hawai‘i State Youth of the Year competition.

Hawaiʻi couple convicted of conspiring to defraud the IRS

A federal jury convicted Beverly Braumuller-Hawver and Scott Hawver for participating in a fraudulent tax refund scheme, deceiving the IRS out of nearly $200,000.

Two fugitives arrested in Poʻipū; pending extradition to California

Shane Mahoney and Arianna Mitchell of California were arrested at Poʻipū Beach in a coordinated effort by Kauaʻi Police and several other agencies, following their involvement in the attempted murder of a law enforcement officer.

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Home, healthcare exhibitions scheduled for West Hawaiʻi this month

The 21st annual Home Expo Hawaiʻi is at the Kaleiopapa Convention Center on March 14 and 15, and the 2nd annual Healthcare Career Expo is at Kealakehe High School on March 25.

UPDATE: Endangered 25-year-old man located several hours after reported missing

Hawai‘i Police Department reported just after 4:30 a.m. today (March 6) via email that Jonathan Solominsky, who hadn't been seen since about 5:30 p.m. Thursday (March5), was found in good health.

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.

Botanical World Adventures honors active-duty service members, chaplains with day of Adventure

This event is connected to the Wounded Warrior Project and its acclaimed Project Odyssey program — a no-cost, 12-week mental health initiative that uses adventure-based learning to help warriors manage and overcome the invisible wounds of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety and depression.

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Four Maui students earn honors in regional art competition

Four Maui students are among the regional winners of the 63rd Annual Hawaiʻi Regional Scholastic Art Awards, securing recognition for creative works ranging from sculpture to mixed media painting.

Maui Weather Forecast for March 06, 2026

Trade wind weather will continue through the weekend with brief passing showers favoring windward and mountain areas of all islands. Winds begin to shift out of...

Olowalu residents fear failing crops, fire risks if water company raises rates dramatically

Olowalu Water Company wants to increase annual revenues by 325%, which residents say would make it nearly impossible to afford water for farming.

Tokuda votes against partisan Farm Bill, fights for Hawaiʻi priorities  

Tokuda ultimately opposed the measure, citing its failure to address the rising costs facing farmers and producers, support the nutrition needs of working families—from keiki to kupuna—and provide meaningful investment in rural economies. The bill cleared the committee by a vote of 34-17 and now goes to the full House of Representatives for consideration.