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Case opposes funding measure that slashes nutrition assistance to Hawaiʻi families

US Rep. Ed Case (HI-01) voted in his Appropriations Committee against his majority colleagues’ Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies funding measure.

Mass kill of 168 seabirds on Kauaʻi sparks renewed calls for action

A devastating attack, suspected to be by feral cats, has killed wedge-tailed shearwaters on Kauaʻi’s Shipwreck Beach.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue expands East Coast reach with new Georgia location

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue continues to expand its East Coast presence with the opening of its newest location in Duluth, Georgia, offering a taste of Hawaiʻi’s iconic “plate lunch.”

Final call issued for chefs to compete in Kaua’i Poke Fest in June at Kōloa Landing

Kauaʻi Poke Fest returns to Kōloa Landing Resort on June 20, where chefs from Hawaiʻi and beyond will compete for more than $10,000 in prizes before celebrity judges, including Sam Choy.

Study: Seasonal resource sharing preserves vast ocean microbial diversity

The study by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa oceanographers provides new insight into how high levels of biodiversity are maintained in the open ocean.

State commissions launch ‘No Hate in the 808’ campaign to combat discrimination throughout Hawaiʻi

“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to equity, dignity and inclusion for all people in Hawaiʻi,” said a joint statement from the partnering commissions involved with the statewide initiative. “Together, we are sending a clear message: discrimination is unlawful, unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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Case opposes funding measure that slashes nutrition assistance to Hawaiʻi families

US Rep. Ed Case (HI-01) voted in his Appropriations Committee against his majority colleagues’ Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies funding measure.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue expands East Coast reach with new Georgia location

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue continues to expand its East Coast presence with the opening of its newest location in Duluth, Georgia, offering a taste of Hawaiʻi’s iconic “plate lunch.”

Study: Seasonal resource sharing preserves vast ocean microbial diversity

The study by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa oceanographers provides new insight into how high levels of biodiversity are maintained in the open ocean.

State commissions launch ‘No Hate in the 808’ campaign to combat discrimination throughout Hawaiʻi

“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to equity, dignity and inclusion for all people in Hawaiʻi,” said a joint statement from the partnering commissions involved with the statewide initiative. “Together, we are sending a clear message: discrimination is unlawful, unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”

New report just in time for Native Plant Month highlights several newly discovered Hawaiian plant species, others rediscovered

Find of five new species and rediscovery of several species previously thought lost are detailed in the new “Rare Plant Program 2025 Island Highlights” report, giving Hawaiian plant enthusiasts a great deal to celebrate during Native Plant Month in April. 

Agreement reached by Hawaiʻi lawmakers for preservation of promised tax relief

The final version of income tax measure maintains tax cuts passed in 2024 for joint filers earning less than $350,000, heads of household less than $262,500 and single filers less than $175,000, preserving critical financial relief for Hawaiʻi’s working and middle-income households.

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Draft Historic Preservation Plan for Hawai‘i available for public review

The draft plan prioritizes Native Hawaiian cultural heritage, protecting iwi kūpuna and burial sites.

Brown water advisory issued for Hilo Bay

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

US Small Business Administration opens Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Hawai‘i following Kona low storms

The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is June 14.

Study reveals robust seasonal cycles among vast diverse ocean microbial communities

The study by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa oceanographers provides new insight into how high levels of biodiversity are maintained in the open ocean.

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Mother’s Day Happenings at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Guests and residents alike are invited to gather in the Haleakalā Gardens for a multi-course Mother's Day brunch buffet that will feature a chef-inspired menu of fresh favorites, with highlights including a raw seafood bar and carving station. End the day at Kilolani Spa, and indulge in the Mother’s Day Escape package, with 2.5 hours of treatments accompanied by a glass of champagne.

State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson retires after 25 years

Hawai‘i State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson will be retiring from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism effective April 30, 2026, concluding 25 years of service managing the Hawai‘i Film Office and the state’s film program.

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center announces Receiving Day for Impressions & Imprints

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center invites artists to submit work for Impressions & Imprints, a juried exhibition bringing together artists working in printmaking, metalsmithing, and ceramics. Online registration will be open from May 12–19, 2026, with Artwork Receiving Day taking place on Tuesday, May 19, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center in Makawao.

Kona Low storms drive March visitor spending down 1.6%

Back-to-back Kona Low storms in March hobbled Hawaiʻi's tourism economy, triggering an estimated $300 million in lost revenue as flooding, flight cancellations and attraction closures disrupted spring break travel across the islands.