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Full closure of Temporary Kapaʻa Bypass Road scheduled for reconstruction project

The roadway, also known as Highway 5600, will be closed from 9 a.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday nights to Friday mornings March 11-29 from Kūhiō Highway in Wailuā to ʻOlohena Road in Kapaʻa.

Temporary closure scheduled for Kaua‘i County Office of Boards and Commissions

The closure is slated for 7:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 11 and is because of a county event; Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami will deliver his final State of the County Address at 10 a.m. the same day.

Kōloa Landing Resort gearing up for 6th annual Kaua‘i Poke Fest this summer

Tickets are on sale now for the June 19-20 event that brings together top chefs, local artisans and food lovers for a high-energy celebration of Hawai‘i’s most iconic dish and fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Association, Hawai‘i Chapter.

Illustrators to showcase art of vibrant flora found in the National Tropical Botanical Garden

Experience the beauty of flora through intricate artistry with the 2026 Florilegium Art Show from March 13 to May 2 at the Lāwaʻi Gardens Visitor Center in Kōloa.

19 lane closures scheduled during week of March 7-13 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

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.
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Illustrators to showcase art of vibrant flora found in the National Tropical Botanical Garden

Experience the beauty of flora through intricate artistry with the 2026 Florilegium Art Show from March 13 to May 2 at the Lāwaʻi Gardens Visitor Center in Kōloa.

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.

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22 drivers arrested for DUI during week of Feb. 23 through March 1 on Big Island roadways

There have been 135 DUI arrests so far this year, a 19.16% decrease from the 167 DUI arrests by the same time last year.

Distinguished Hawaiʻi artists to bring Hawaiʻi culture, history to life at Kahilu Theatre

Two art exhibits from Edwin Kayton and Brook Kapūkuniahi Parker will bring images of historical events and moʻolelo from kūpuna to Kahilu Theatre from March 14 to April 12,

18-year-old Big Island sailor makes waves in high-level, competitive sailing

Gavin Vasilescu, 18, is preparing for crucial competitions this month in Southern California, where he hopes to excel at the national level and inspire more Hawaiʻi sailors to compete nationally.

17 lane closures scheduled during week of March 7-13 on Big Island state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.

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Jersey Mike’s Subs encourages diners to ‘sub-port’ Special Olympics Hawaiʻi

This March, Jersey Mike’s Subs is joining forces with Special Olympics Hawaiʻi to make a "sub-stantial" impact on the local community during the company’s annual Month of Giving campaign. Starting March 1, 2026, customers will have the option to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar or make a donation at any Jersey Mike’s Subs restaurant in Hawaiʻi — six locations on Oʻahu and three on Maui — as well as on the Jersey Mike’s Subs mobile app.

Kōkua Pool closed temporarily March 7-8 for emergency maintenance due to waterline break

Kōkua Pool in Kahului will be closed Saturday, Mar. 7 and Sunday, Mar. 8, 2026, for pool maintenance due to a waterline break, the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced.

Maui 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...

Grand Wailea’s expansion plans advancing after years of debate over ancestral remains, tourism impacts

The resort finally got tentative approval to add 151 new rooms and 158 more parking stalls, as well as expand its swimming pool and restaurant facilities, but with over 30 conditions that must be met.