Hurricane Nolo is the dominant story across the islands, with partner coverage showing impacts still unfolding even as the storm moves west of Hawaiʻi. On Maui,
Hawaiian Electric is monitoring wildfire risk as strong winds and dry conditions continue, and about 12,370 customers in West Maui and Upcountry were without power. Maui Now also reported
Hurricane Nolo is slightly stronger as it picks up speed, while a separate weather brief said conditions remain windy with high surf concerns. On the Big Island,
High wind warning for Kohala and a high surf advisory for east-facing shores and
What Big Island residents need to know Sunday about Hurricane Nolo point to closures and hazardous conditions, including Highway 11 in Kaʻū, solid waste facilities in Kaʻū and the Hele-On Route 90 from Kaʻū to Kona. Kauaʻi is also dealing with surf and storm-related disruptions, with
Nolo remaining strong as it moves west of the Hawaiian Islands and a
high surf advisory for east and south shorelines extended through Monday morning.
Beyond the storm, Maui Now is highlighting a mix of community, business and political coverage. The
99th Maui County Fair is set to feature nightly drone shows and four days of live entertainment, while the
Hawaiʻi Green Business Awards Program recognized 51 businesses and events for sustainability practices. Maui Now also reported
Kā‘anapali was voted 2026 Best Golf Course on Maui. On the Big Island, an
81,000 grant will expand access to low-cost dental services for North Hawaiʻi residents, and statewide reading participation remains strong, with more than 25,000 people reading more than 180,000 books in the Summer Reading Challenge, as reported by both Big Island Now and Kauaʻi Now.