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University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo scholar takes closer look at musical lexicon in celebration of Hawaiian Language Month

Nicholas ‘Kealiʻi’ Lum uses social media to unpack poetic soul of Hawaiian music, uncovering unique phrases that make songs distinct.

Upcoming temporary closures announced for several park facilities around island

Kaua‘i County Parks and Rec notifies the public that Kekaha Neighborhood Center Park, Kekaha Faye Park and Waimea Athletic Field for repair work.

Full-scale emergency exercise highlights Pacific Missile Range Facility readiness, teamwork

The U.S. Navy facility on the west coast of Kaua‘i passed the Emergency Management Program Assessment and executed an emergency operations center C3 activation, confirming command’s ability to respond quickly, coordinate effectively and maintain mission continuity during an emergency.

Police request help in the search for missing 12-year-old girl

Police are requesting any information regarding 12-year-old Zaylynn-Zayda Adric-Belmonte, who was missing from Kīlauea.

Kaua‘i police seek public help finding missing woman

The 27-year-old was last seen on Feb. 25.

‘Milestone of inclusion’: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on Big Island welcomes first disabled artist-in-residence

Tennessee resident Houston Vandergriff, who was born with Down syndrome, hopes his photographs and advocacy will inspire others to live life to the fullest and to live life with compassion.
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Another injured hiker rescued from Kalalau Trail
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University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo scholar takes closer look at musical lexicon in celebration of Hawaiian Language Month

Nicholas ‘Kealiʻi’ Lum uses social media to unpack poetic soul of Hawaiian music, uncovering unique phrases that make songs distinct.

‘Milestone of inclusion’: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on Big Island welcomes first disabled artist-in-residence

Tennessee resident Houston Vandergriff, who was born with Down syndrome, hopes his photographs and advocacy will inspire others to live life to the fullest and to live life with compassion.

Former Maui police officer sentenced to 5 years in prison for unjustified tasing

FBI investigated the case based on a referral from the Maui Police Department.

$4.6 million American Samoa coral reef restoration project will be collaborative effort

New project aims to revive the vital ecosystems of coral reefs amid rising marine heatwaves and invests in educating future natural resource managers.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa leads virus research to battle coconut rhinoceros beetles

A virus infects coconut rhinoceros beetles from the inside, weakening and killing them before they reach adulthood. Therefore, by targeting larvae, the virus can suppress beetle populations with time while minimizing harm to non-target species.

UHERO forecast: Hawaiʻi’s growth remains sluggish as economy emerges from recession

Hawaiʻi’s economy is cautiously recovering from last year’s mild recession, spurred by modest gains in employment and construction, despite ongoing challenges.

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New skate ramp in Hilo Bayfront Park to provide a safe, temporary venue

The Hawaiʻi County Department of Parks and Recreation is conducting site preparations in Hilo Bayfront Park for a skate ramp donated by Dan Madsen, owner of Oasis Skateboards.

Instagram video series celebrates Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi with closer look at musical lexicon

University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo doctorate candidate Nicholas 'Kealiʻi' Lum uses social media to unpack poetic soul of Hawaiian music, uncovering unique phrases that make songs distinct.

Matson increases Hawaiʻi Foodbank support as demand for food spikes throughout islands

Matson is absorbing more shipping costs this year for the Hawaiʻi Foodbank to serve nearly a third of local households experiencing food insecurity.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for February 28, 2026

A light trade wind pattern will continue through Sunday as a weakening cold front approaches Kauai from the west. Local scale onshore seabreezes will form over...

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Maui Weather Forecast for February 28, 2026

A light trade wind pattern will continue through Sunday as a weakening cold front approaches Kauai from the west breaking down the ridge over the Hawaii Region...

Updated Maui water conservation rules take effect March 1

The updated rules follow the Maui County Council’s approval of Bill 158 in January, which amends the County Water Code to address water waste, promote responsible water use and ensure a reliable and sustainable water supply.

Maui Surf Forecast for February 28, 2026

Surf along exposed east-facing shores has become fairly small as a north-northeasterly swell continues to taper off. Surf will hold at low levels as a...

A Call to the Public: Share your thoughts on Hawaiian street names

Hawaiʻi’s street names memorialize ancient stories, events and people significant to that area, as well as to traditional land division names. The kamaʻāina of each community know their area’s moʻolelo and natural weather patterns and are therefore the best ones to interpret the proper spelling and meaning of their community’s street names.