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Brown water advisory issued for beach park along Kaua‘i’s north shore

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

Pacific Missile Range Facility cancels Freedom Fest 2026 during year to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday

The military facility said it could not host the event because its current mission does not enable the base to be open to the public.

Hawai‘i visitor spending increased in April despite arrivals slightly declining

Preliminary statistics from Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism show a total of 828,959 visitors arrived in the state during the month, a 0.5% decrease from a year before, but total visitor spending increased 4.8%.

Pacific Missile Range Facility fosters connections with island students

U.S. Navy installation in West Kaua’i hosted keiki and faculty from Kula Aupuni A Kahelelani Aloha Public Charter School in May for a field trip to cultural and historic sites on base.

Get fruity: Register now for early bird discount to attend Hawaiʻi International Tropical Fruit Conference

Ripen up and plan to bloom into the 36th Hawai’i International Tropical Fruit Conference at the beginning of October at Outrigger Kauaʻi Beach Resort in Līhuʻe; ‘Growing Fruits, Growing Markets’ is hosted by Hawai’i Tropical Fruit Growers and open to the public. Register early to get a special early bird discount.

Free summer meals, grocery support available for keiki

Children can receive nutritious meals this summer through three key programs: SUN Bucks grocery assistance, free eat-on-site keiki meals and Kaukau 4 Keiki meal kits.

Magnitude-4.6 rattles Big Island off Kona Coast

The quake was initially reported as a magnitude-4.6 and then revised up to a magnitude-5.2 before again being changed back to a magnitude-4.6 with the latest update from Hawaiian Volcano Observatory; moderate shaking reported by community members, with more than 800 ‘Felt Reports’ received by U.S. Geological Survey.

Big Island man denied bail following charges of first and second-degree murder

Jacob Baker is the lone suspect in the homicides of three elderly men in three locations that took place on May 22 and on May 23, according to the Hawaiʻi Police Department.

High surf advisory in place for south-facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands

According to the National Weather Service, a series of long-period south-southwest swells that began building Monday and Tuesday will bring surf of 8-12 feet.

Historic row across Pacific Ocean to Maui reaches half-way point

After a month on the water, Joshua Dukes and his three rowing companions are nearing the halfway point on their historic journey from Washington to Maui, Hawaiʻi. The 3,100 mile trek across the open ocean started on May 2, 2026 and is expected to take a total of 50-70 days to complete.

Department of Health to survey Kaua‘i residents on their household emergency preparedness

Survey teams will go door to door June 15–19 in 30 randomly selected census blocks.

Lane closure schedule in Līhu‘e for sewer manhole repair

Motorists are advised to make the appropriate arrangements to accommodate the necessary lane closure, use alternate routes, and allow extra time to get to destinations.

UPDATE: Kīlauea’s 48th eruptive episode on Hawai‘i Island has ended

An estimated 7.3 million cubic yards of lava erupted and covered about 40% of the Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor. 

Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia to alter the next phase of Moananuiākea voyage as El Niño intensifies

The Polynesian Voyaging Society is adjusting their schedule and plans to depart Aotearoa in August 2026 due to the intensifying El Niño pattern in the Pacific Ocean.

World Ocean Day events planned to promote ocean protection, conservation this month

Events are planned as part of World Ocean Day, including a Beach Clean-Up and Festival at Nūkoliʻi Beach on June 7, and the “Washed Up Marine Debris Art Show,” showcasing art made from ocean trash.

Students invited to attend high-level music institute this July

Students can attend the Pacific Music Institute, which is a series of workshops, rehearsals and performances, from July 3-12 at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and ʻIolani School campuses.

SUN Bucks program returns for summer 2026

Program helps bridge summer nutrition gap for keiki by providing funds for food; eligible households receive $189 for each qualifying child

Online visits to remote seabird sanctuaries offered in ‘Year of Our Coastal Kuleana’

360-degree videos and interviews allow exploration of inaccessible areas — right from the comfort and convenience of your own home.

Stay informed this election year with ballot notifications

The state’s free ballot tracking service sends voters updates about the status of their mail ballot and provides deadline reminders throughout the year, plus more.

Trophy travels around Oʻahu on ‘Our Team, Hawaiʻi’s Team’ tour celebrating University of Hawaiʻi NCAA men’s volleyball title

Additional events throughout the state, including other University of Hawaiʻi campuses, also are being planned.
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