Kaua‘i News Internet outages cause delays to guest pass, ID card services at Pacific Missile Range…
Community No public risk from ongoing wastewater discharge in Līhuʻe
New Kona low system arrives on Kaua‘i; flood watch issued statewide
Flood risk is relatively low on the Garden Island, but it's not zero as heavy rain in the mountains can produce large amounts of runoff to streams and rivers. March 19, 2026 · 11:35am
Crews to install water line on Weke Road over the next three months
The road work will take place on Weke Road from ʻAnae Road to Mālolo Road from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. from Monday, March 23, to Tuesday, June 30.Kaua'i Tourism News Samira Siale named island director of Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau
Hawai‘i News Hirono helps lead bipartisan effort to welcome Japanese prime minister
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Kalalau Trail open again today after state crew discovers less damage than anticipated
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Kaua‘i News
Crews to install water line on Weke Road over the next three months
The road work will take place on Weke Road from ʻAnae Road to Mālolo Road from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. from Monday, March 23, to Tuesday, June 30.
Hawaiʻi youth rally at state Capitol, urging action on ending sale of disposable e-cigarettes
Lawmakers, students and advocates participate in “Take Down Tobacco” national day of action to stand up and speak out against Big Tobacco’s toll in Hawai‘i.
Internet outages cause delays to guest pass, ID card services at Pacific Missile Range Facility
Intermittent internet service outages are being caused by equipment failure as the result of recent severe weather, which is causing the delays; however, applications are still being accepted in-person.
No public risk from ongoing wastewater discharge in Līhuʻe
Kauaʻi County officials assure residents that an ongoing spill of 70,000 gallons per day at the Līhuʻe Wastewater Treatment Plant is contained and does not pose a public health risk.
Samira Siale named island director of Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau
Siale succeeds Sue Kanoho, managing director of the Island Chapters and executive director of the Kauaʿi Visitors Bureau, who will retire after 29 years of service.
Hirono helps lead bipartisan effort to welcome Japanese prime minister
The measure welcoming Sanae Takaichi reaffirms the strong and enduring alliance between the two nations, applauds Japan for reaching defense spending equal to 2% of its gross domestic product and expresses strong support for joint efforts to address regional and global challenges to national, economic and energy security.
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Hawaii News
Hawaiʻi youth rally at state Capitol, urging action on ending sale of disposable e-cigarettes
Lawmakers, students and advocates participate in “Take Down Tobacco” national day of action to stand up and speak out against Big Tobacco’s toll in Hawai‘i.
No public risk from ongoing wastewater discharge in Līhuʻe
Kauaʻi County officials assure residents that an ongoing spill of 70,000 gallons per day at the Līhuʻe Wastewater Treatment Plant is contained and does not pose a public health risk.
Hirono helps lead bipartisan effort to welcome Japanese prime minister
The measure welcoming Sanae Takaichi reaffirms the strong and enduring alliance between the two nations, applauds Japan for reaching defense spending equal to 2% of its gross domestic product and expresses strong support for joint efforts to address regional and global challenges to national, economic and energy security.
American Sign Language students expand access at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa games
It’s the first known partnership of its kind between American Sign Language students and University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics; students volunteer their time to sign the national anthem, cheerleader chants, university fight song and more during games.
State House passes transportation-related bills aimed at making Hawaiʻi roads safer
“These bills reflect our committee’s priorities: making streets safer, improving enforcement and traffic safety and ensuring the well-being of our residents,” said House Transportation Committee Chairperson Rep. Darius Kila of Oʻahu in a state House release about the measures.
Kalalau Trail open again today after state crew discovers less damage than anticipated
A four-man crew from Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of State Parks on Wednesday, March 18, checked the trail from Hanakoa to Kalalau; state Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement officers accompanied the crew, citing 10 people — none with valid permits — for being in a closed area.
Big Island News
Finance exec with Big Island roots selected as new Kamehameha Schools trustee
Finance executive Eric Yeaman, who grew up in Hōnaunau on the west side of the Big Island, was selected by Hawaiʻi probate court to to fill the Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Board of Trustees seat previously occupied by term-limited Robert Nobriga, whose second term ended June 30, 2025.
New partnership expands American Sign Language access at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa games
American Sign Language students connect with University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics to volunteer their time to sign the national anthem, cheerleader chants, university fight song and more during games.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for March 20, 2026
A small, medium period north swell will continue a slow decline as it shifts out of the north-northeast Friday. A moderate reinforcing north-northeast swell...
MEMA issues flood advisories due to flood prone areas in preparation for kona storm 2
South Kīhei has been identified by MEMA as an area at high-risk of flooding due to significant sediment accumulation from the recent kona low storm. Ongoing cleanup efforts are focused on restoring drainage capacity, but elevated flood risk remains. Other areas of moderate-risk include ʻĪao, East Molokaʻi, Lahaina, and East Maui.
Council hears updates on kona low response, Lahaina wildfire rebuilding
While Maui County braces for more severe weather, council members are poised to take action Friday morning on a $15 million request for emergency funding, following a Wednesday committee update on the effort to rebuild from the August 2023 Lahaina wildfire disaster.
