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Hawai‘i News Magnitude 7.8 quake strikes Molucca Sea, no tsunami threat to Kauaʻi

Preserving the unique ecosystem of Kaua‘i: Pacific Missile Range Facility, partners again relocate Laysan albatross
The large body and wide wingspan of the native Hawaiian birds can pose a serious threat to pilots and the birds themselves when nesting and flying in airspace surrounding the airfield at the U.S. Navy installation on the west coast of Kaua‘i near Kekaha. April 02, 2026 · 05:00am
Kaua‘i Police Department honors Desiree Wakuta-Matsuda as Employee of the Month for March
“Every tool our officers rely on in the field is secured and managed through Desiree’s efforts, ensuring our teams have the resources they need to serve the community effectively," said Kaua‘i Police Department Chief Rudy Tai in an announcement about Wakuta-Matsuda's award. "For her outstanding contributions, we are honored to name her Employee of the Month.”Community Visionary Legacy Award recipient is Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission vice chairperson
Kaua‘i News Lane closures scheduled for tree-trimming work in Po‘ipū
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Kaua‘i News
Preserving the unique ecosystem of Kaua‘i: Pacific Missile Range Facility, partners again relocate Laysan albatross
The large body and wide wingspan of the native Hawaiian birds can pose a serious threat to pilots and the birds themselves when nesting and flying in airspace surrounding the airfield at the U.S. Navy installation on the west coast of Kaua‘i near Kekaha.
Kaua‘i Police Department honors Desiree Wakuta-Matsuda as Employee of the Month for March
“Every tool our officers rely on in the field is secured and managed through Desiree’s efforts, ensuring our teams have the resources they need to serve the community effectively,” said Kaua‘i Police Department Chief Rudy Tai in an announcement about Wakuta-Matsuda’s award. “For her outstanding contributions, we are honored to name her Employee of the Month.”
Hawai‘i climate action residency program seeks Kama‘āina artists
This initiative seeks to engage artists to explore the realities of climate change and channel their art to inspire and connect Hawaiʻi residents to climate challenges around the state.
Kanu Hawai‘i: Support organizations as funding cuts threaten by volunteering
April is Volunteer Month throughout the nation; recent data show additional federal funding cutbacks are placing unprecedented strain on organizations that provide backbone of support for the state’s social, environmental and educational safety nets.
Magnitude 7.8 quake strikes Molucca Sea, no tsunami threat to Kauaʻi
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rattled the Molucca Sea on Wednesday afternoon, but authorities assure no tsunami threat looms over Hawaiʻi.
Visionary Legacy Award recipient is Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission vice chairperson
“Michael’s leadership is nothing short of visionary,” wrote Hawaiʻi State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus (LGBTQ+) Commission in a joint statement. “From shaping policy to building community, he has dedicated his life to ensuring that LGBTQ+ people in Hawaiʻi are not only protected but empowered to thrive.”
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Hawai‘i climate action residency program seeks Kama‘āina artists
This initiative seeks to engage artists to explore the realities of climate change and channel their art to inspire and connect Hawaiʻi residents to climate challenges around the state.
Kanu Hawai‘i: Support organizations as funding cuts threaten by volunteering
April is Volunteer Month throughout the nation; recent data show additional federal funding cutbacks are placing unprecedented strain on organizations that provide backbone of support for the state’s social, environmental and educational safety nets.
Magnitude 7.8 quake strikes Molucca Sea, no tsunami threat to Kauaʻi
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rattled the Molucca Sea on Wednesday afternoon, but authorities assure no tsunami threat looms over Hawaiʻi.
Visionary Legacy Award recipient is Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission vice chairperson
“Michael’s leadership is nothing short of visionary,” wrote Hawaiʻi State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus (LGBTQ+) Commission in a joint statement. “From shaping policy to building community, he has dedicated his life to ensuring that LGBTQ+ people in Hawaiʻi are not only protected but empowered to thrive.”
WATCH: Artemis II mission set to blast off for historic trip around the moon
Launch window opens at 12:24 p.m. Hawai‘i Standard Time — in less than T-minus 30 minutes now — for the first crewed flight in more than 50 years to blast off on a path toward the moon.
Application period open for Office of Hawaiian Affairs Native Hawaiian food entrepreneur development program
The program is tailored for established, early-stage business owners ready to take the next step in growing their food-related businesses; space is limited, so those interested are encouraged to apply early.
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$1.4M released by state to design Waimea Roadway Improvements Project
Big Island Rep. David Tarnas helped secure $9.6 million in 2023 for the design and construction of the project.
Kama‘āina artists sought for Hawai‘i climate action residency program
This initiative seeks to engage artists to explore the realities of climate change and channel their art to inspire and connect Hawaiʻi residents to climate challenges around the state.
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Maui Weather Forecast for April 02, 2026
Typical moderate to locally breezy trade winds will continue through this weekend and bring mainly night and morning scattered showers to windward and mauka...
Maui County directors of Human Concerns, Planning sworn in
After the appointments were confirmed recently by the Maui County Council, Margaret “Maggie” Willis was sworn in as County of Maui Director of Human Concerns and Jacky Takakura was sworn in as County Director of Planning on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the Kalana o Maui building in Wailuku.


