Hawai‘i News Volcano Watch: Such great heights; measuring Kīlauea’s lava fountains
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‘Wheels for Gia’ fundraiser seeks to support Kauaʻi teenager paralyzed from swimming accident
For 13-year-old Gia-Lynn Pacheco, getting back to church, visiting family, and returning to the beach are more than everyday activities—they are milestones of hope as she continues her long recovery. November 06, 2026 · 05:00am
Pilot program for Hawaiʻi farmers launched by U.S. Department of Agriculture
“Farmer First, Field Focused” pilot strengthens conservation planning, and streamlines financial assistance for agricultural producers.Kaua‘i News UPDATE: Surf advisory to remain in effect through Friday for north, west shorelines of…
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Volcano Watch: Such great heights; measuring Kīlauea’s lava fountains
“How tall is the fountain?” Volcano watchers keep coming back to that single question once lava fountains start at the summit of the Big Island volcano, and there have been plenty of opportunities to ask during the past 2 years.
‘Wheels for Gia’ fundraiser seeks to support Kauaʻi teenager paralyzed from swimming accident
For 13-year-old Gia-Lynn Pacheco, getting back to church, visiting family, and returning to the beach are more than everyday activities—they are milestones of hope as she continues her long recovery.
Registration for Kaua‘i County’s Winter Fun program for children begins online Nov. 13
Day-long program will be held over winter break at the Kekaha, Kalāheo, Kapaʻa and Līhu‘e neighborhood centers.
Pilot program for Hawaiʻi farmers launched by U.S. Department of Agriculture
“Farmer First, Field Focused” pilot strengthens conservation planning, and streamlines financial assistance for agricultural producers.
US Navy, NASA withdraw final environmental impact statement for Pacific Missile Range Facility, Kōkeʻe Park Geophysical Observatory
Both agencies plan to amend the environmental impact statement for the leased sites before resubmitting in 2027.
UPDATE: Surf advisory to remain in effect through Friday for north, west shorelines of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
Surf heights of 16 to 22 feet are now forecast along north-facing shores and 10 to 16 feet along west-facing shores of both islands as what now is a large long-period north-northwest swell is expected to peak well-above advisory levels.
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Volcano Watch: Such great heights; measuring Kīlauea’s lava fountains
“How tall is the fountain?” Volcano watchers keep coming back to that single question once lava fountains start at the summit of the Big Island volcano, and there have been plenty of opportunities to ask during the past 2 years.
Pilot program for Hawaiʻi farmers launched by U.S. Department of Agriculture
“Farmer First, Field Focused” pilot strengthens conservation planning, and streamlines financial assistance for agricultural producers.
US Navy, NASA withdraw final environmental impact statement for Pacific Missile Range Facility, Kōkeʻe Park Geophysical Observatory
Both agencies plan to amend the environmental impact statement for the leased sites before resubmitting in 2027.
Kauaʻi’s Ronald D. Kouchi to continue serving as Hawaiʻi Senate president
The Hawaiʻi State Senate finalized the structure of committees and determined leadership assignments for upcoming session.
Hawai’i AG Lopez urges passage of federal Kids Online Safety Act
Following $17 billion Meta settlement, the National Association of Attorneys General encourages Congressional leaders to pass the bill that would establish minimum safety standards for social media and gaming platforms.
Culinary Institute of America honors influential, industry-changing Chef Roy Yamaguchi
The newly named gathering space outside the institute’s student commons at its New York campus, recognizes the many contributions the Japanese-American celebrity chef and restaurateur from Hawaiʻi has made to the culinary industry and an enduring connection to his alma mater.
Big Island News
Hawaiʻi County breaks ground on significant Kailua Park improvements
The project, often called "Old A's" because of its location at the former Kona Airport site, will result in significant upgrades to the Kona park, which for years needed new restroom facilities and other amenities.
Volcano Watch: Such great heights; measuring Kīlauea’s lava fountains
“How tall is the fountain?” Volcano watchers keep coming back to that single question once lava fountains start at the summit of the Big Island volcano, and there have been plenty of opportunities to ask during the past 2 years.
Military convoys, training scheduled for next nearly 2 weeks around Big Island
Convoy movement is expected to begin as early as noon Friday from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport; the change is because of heavy lift aircraft scheduling.
2 confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease under investigation, linked to stays at Kauaʻi condo property
Anyone who stayed at Nihi Kai Villas within the past 2 weeks and develops symptoms consistent with the illness caused by Legionella bacteria is advised to seek medical attention and contact the state Health Department Disease Outbreak Control Division.
Maui News
Alakaʻina Foundation, Bering Straits Native Corporation sign agreement between two Native-led organizations
The Alakaʻina Foundation and Bering Straits Native Corporation, two Native-led organizations, formalized an agreement at a signing ceremony at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama in Honolulu. As part of the event, the Alaska Native corporation donated $50,000 to three Hawaiʻi organizations, including the Maui Economic Development Board.
Traffic Advisory: Parts of Makawao Avenue to be closed on weekends this month for roadwork
The County of Maui Department of Public Works reconstruction project will require weekend closures of both lanes of portions of Makawao Avenue, starting this weekend, Nov. 7-8, 2026.
Maui Weather Forecast for November 06, 2026
An easterly wave passing on an east to west track, just south of the Hawaiian Islands, will combine forces with a weak upper low to the west of the...
Candidates who took Our Hawaiʻi pledge win or lead five of nine Maui County Council seats
Candidates who signed the Our Hawaiʻi Pledge to refuse campaign money from corporate PACs and lobbyists won or led in five of nine Maui County Council races in Tuesday’s general election, according to preliminary results and the political group Our Hawaiʻi.
