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Volcano Watch: Caldera clues; tephra deposits from past episodic eruptions of Big Island’s Kīlauea

A look further back in the geologic record reveals that several lava fountaining eruptions similar to the ongoing one in Halemaʻumaʻu occurred within Kīlauea caldera within the past 500 years.

Federal tax relief for Hawaiʻi individuals, businesses affected by flooding, mudslides

Some Hawaiʻi taxpayers in disaster areas taxpayers now have until July 8 to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.

Friday severe weather updates for Kauaʻi: Flood advisory canceled, watch remains

Kūhiō Highway, near Hanalei Bridge, reopened at 5:30 a.m. on Friday, but Hanalei Elementary School will be closed for the day.

Despite bad weather Friday, Hawaiʻi State Legislature is open for key deadline for bills

Due to the severe weather occurring Friday on Oʻahu, members of the public are encouraged to virtually view floor sessions and committee hearings of the State Legislature.

Kaua‘i dancer places 4th runner-up in Miss Aloha Hula during Merrie Monarch Festival

The hula competition in Hilo continues on Friday with group performances by 19 hālau with kahiko. The competition will culminate on Saturday with ‘auana performances.

UPDATE: Flood warning extended until early Friday as heavy rainfall continues to soak Kauaʻi

National Weather Service in Honolulu reports that additional heavy showers moving through could result in sharp rises in streams and new or worsening flooding.
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Volcano Watch: Caldera clues; tephra deposits from past episodic eruptions of Big Island’s Kīlauea

A look further back in the geologic record reveals that several lava fountaining eruptions similar to the ongoing one in Halemaʻumaʻu occurred within Kīlauea caldera within the past 500 years.

Despite bad weather Friday, Hawaiʻi State Legislature is open for key deadline for bills

Due to the severe weather occurring Friday on Oʻahu, members of the public are encouraged to virtually view floor sessions and committee hearings of the State Legislature.

Kaua‘i dancer places 4th runner-up in Miss Aloha Hula during Merrie Monarch Festival

The hula competition in Hilo continues on Friday with group performances by 19 hālau with kahiko. The competition will culminate on Saturday with ‘auana performances.

Kauaʻi County Council approves Santos for environmental seat on Planning Commission

Mayor Derek Kawakami had nominated Kūleialoha Santos, vice president and owner of Unlimited Construction Services, to fill the vacant seat on the Planning Commission.

Community members encouraged to come together on UH Giving Day in support of students, programs

Gifts of any size given Wednesday, Dec. 8, directly remove financial barriers for students, expand hands-on learning and advance research addressing Hawaiʻi’s most pressing needs, from health care and education to environmental stewardship.

‘It will not take much rain to induce flash flooding’: Heavy rainfall, stormy conditions to continue rest of week

Stormy conditions will continue through the rest of the week, with a major risk of even more heavy rainfall Wednesday through Friday for the entire state, bringing with it a strong potential for additional flooding.

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21 motorists arrested for DUI during week of March 30 to April 5 on Hawai‘i County roads

Arrests occurred in three out of the eight districts: 14 in Kona, five in Hilo and two in Puna.

IRS issues tax relief for Hawaiʻi individuals, businesses affected by flooding, mudslides

Some Hawaiʻi taxpayers in disaster areas taxpayers now have until July 8 to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.

Volcano Watch: Caldera clues; tephra deposits from Kīlauea’s past

A look further back in the geologic record reveals that several lava fountaining eruptions similar to the ongoing one in Halemaʻumaʻu occurred within Kīlauea caldera within the past 500 years.

Hawaiʻi State Legislature remains open Friday — a key deadline for bills

Due to the severe weather occurring Friday on Oʻahu, members of the public are encouraged to virtually view floor sessions and committee hearings of the State Legislature.

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Flood Watch through this afternoon; chance of showers to increase again on Sunday

A Flood Watch remains in effect through this afternoon for the Hawaiian Islands as low pressure northwest of the state draws deep tropical moisture northward across the islands. This will bring the potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms capable of producing flash flooding.

MEO Receptionist Noelani Jensen named Employee of the Quarter

Maui Economic Opportunity’s Employee of the Quarter Noelani Jensen is the first face many see when visiting MEO and often faces challenges as the Receptionist directing clients to appropriate services.

County Office of Economic Development to host April 15 virtual grant workshop for FY27 applicants

The County of Maui Office of Economic Development will host a virtual grant workshop on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to assist organizations in applying for the Fiscal Year 2027 grant program. The FY27 grant application period is currently open and will close on April 30, 2026.

Downed tree and fallen electric lines on Hāna Highway in Nāhiku

Mile 26 on Hāna Highway (Route 360) is blocked by debris and fallen electric lines. The state Department of Transportation reports that clean up may last for an extended time. Hawaiian Electric has been notified. The public should stay at least 30 feet away from fallen electric lines.