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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.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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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%.

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.

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Hawaiian Electric: Be prepared well before a storm strikes

Utility's year-round resilience work reduces outages, supports faster restoration, but customers are encouraged to get ready before a tropical cyclone ever approaches the islands; Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green, state and county officials reiterate preparedness message.

It’s down to 13 applicants vying for Hawai‘i County Fire chief vacancy due to sudden death of Kazuo Todd

During the Hawai‘i County Fire Commission meeting in May, the Department of Human Resources said it received 33 applications for the vacant position.

June town meeting in Waimea features Hawai‘i County Mayor Alameda, county department chiefs

Mayor and members of his administration will discuss county projects, priorities and issues, including finances, parks, planning, research and development, sustainability, water and more.

High surf closes 4 beach parks in West Hawai‘i

A high surf advisory is in place until Thursday morning, with surf heights expected to reach 10 to 14 feet.

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HDOT starting preliminary environmental studies for Lahaina Bypass Phase 1C

The state Department of Transportation has started preliminary environmental studies for a northern portion of the Lahaina Bypass. The proposed Lahaina Bypass Phase 1C spans approximately 3 miles from Keawe Street to Kakaʻalaneo Drive.  

State reminds residents to apply for disaster-related unemployment assistance as deadline approaches

Eligible individuals will receive a minimum of $346 and up to $868 for the weeks beginning March 15, 2026, through the week ending Oct. 10, 2026. The deadline to file a DUA claim is June 15, 2026, which is 60 days from the federal disaster declaration.

Telecom executive Mike Sievert joins Alaska Air Group board of directors

Sievert led a period of significant value creation at T-Mobile, with the company’s market value increasing from about $60 billion to about $260 billion during his time. Before joining T-Mobile in 2012, Sievert held leadership roles at Microsoft, AT&T, E*TRADE, IBM and Procter & Gamble.

Amanda strengthens into first tropical storm of 2026 Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season

At 8 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, the center of Tropical Storm Amanda was located about 1,475 miles WSW of the southern tip of Baja California. Amanda is moving toward the NW near 8 mph and this motion is expected to continue through Friday, according to the National Hurricane Center.