Maui Council committee advances Haʻikū fire station project, 6-2
A Maui County Council committee voted 6-2 Monday to advance three bills clearing the way for construction of a long-awaited fire station in Haʻikū, over the objections of two…

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A Maui County Council committee voted 6-2 Monday to advance three bills clearing the way for construction of a long-awaited fire station in Haʻikū, over the objections of two…
North vent fountains are currently about 50-75 feet high and are expected to grow rapidly to about 500 feet in the next 1-2 hours.
The Made in Hawaiʻi Festival donated $40,000 to the Hawaiʻi Foodbank and The Hawaiʻi Island Food Basket in the aftermath of Hurricane Lala.
Hawaiʻi’s biggest shared story today is recovery and readiness after Hurricane Lala, with the Big Island still working through food, water, and supply needs while Kauaʻi and Maui watch weather and emergency conditions more closely. On Hawaiʻi Island, relief updates and word that Moke passed without adding much damage show the storm response shifting from immediate danger to longer-term cleanup and support. Kīlauea’s episode 54 eruption is also back in the mix, drawing attention across the islands as the latest pulse stays contained in Halemaʻumaʻu. Beyond weather and volcano updates, schools and campuses are also back in motion, with new Hawaiʻi public school lunch options and UH Mānoa’s incoming class signaling the start of the school year statewide. There is also a quieter but important public-health thread, as suicide prevention events are being planned across Hawaiʻi for September.
Maui’s top local threads are practical ones: school meal changes for the new year, a water outage affecting parts of Haʻikū, and county action on the Haʻikū fire station project. The island is also seeing the usual back-to-school and community calendar activity, including the Maui Sportsman’s Challenge and the first Steve Colflesh Classic girls volleyball tournament.
The Big Island is still centered on recovery from Hurricane Lala, with food, water, electric, and supply updates remaining the most immediate concern for many residents. Officials also say Moke moved on without adding much new damage, while the flood watch has been canceled as conditions improve. At the same time, Kīlauea’s episode 54 eruption has resumed within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, and Kaʻū flood-response grants are helping farms bounce back from earlier storm damage.
Kauaʻi’s most urgent item is a temporary disruption to the police non-emergency phone line, which means residents need to use alternate contacts until service is restored. The island is also tracking Moke’s weakening path well south of Kauaʻi, while county suicide-prevention events are being set for September. Beyond that, the Anahola Max Enduro registration and UH Mānoa’s strong national ranking round out the day’s longer-range community and education notes.
Kaua‘i Police Department reports temporary disruption of non-emergency phone line
Due to a temporary disruption in phone service, the Kaua‘i Police Department’s non-emergency line at 808-241-1711 is currently unavailable. Until the issue is resolved, the public…
New school year brings more choices, new menu items for Hawai‘i public school students
Kalihi Waena Elementary, local tofu and Chinese chicken salad. (8.11.26) PC: Hawai‘i State Department of Education As Hawaiʻi public schools welcome students back, school…
Aloha Council invites adults to take on Maui Sportsman’s Challenge
Participants compete during a previous Maui Sportsman’s Challenge. Photos courtesy: Scouting America, Aloha Council Scouting America, Aloha Council is inviting outdoor enthusiasts…
Nine teams compete in inaugural Steve Colflesh Classic Girls Volleyball Tournament at Seabury Hall
Seabury Hall senior, Destiny Keomaka-Wood, sets the ball during a match against Maryknoll School during day 1 of the Steve Colflesh Classic. PC: Courtesy Seabury Hall/Bryan…
Made in Hawaiʻi presents $40K donation to Hawaiʻi Foodbank, The Food Basket following Hurricane Lala
The 32nd Annual Made in Hawai‘i Festival on O‘ahu showcased more than 800 local vendors across the state as well as support for the Ka‘ū District after being devastated by…
UH research finds tangled plastic and fishing gear in pilot whales
Pilot whales. PC: Annie B. Douglas / Cascadia Research vía University of Hawaiʻi. A new study by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers shows that nearly 23% of short-finned…
UPDATE: Eruptive episode 54 at Kīlauea on the Big Island has begun
Updated at 11:16 a.m. Aug. 25. Episode 54 of the ongoing Kīlauea eruption on Hawai‘i Island began at 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 25. Lava fountaining is contained to Halemaʻumaʻu crater…
Mokulele Airlines waives unaccompanied minor fee for keiki traveling solo
Mokulele Airlines (8.13.26) PC: @keonirivera / Mokulele Airlines Beginning today, Tuesday, Aug. 25, Mokulele Airlines will eliminate the added fees for children traveling alone…
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa welcomed 2,400 new students for the 2026-27 school year
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa welcomed 2,410 incoming students on Aug. 19 and 20 during the mandatory two-day, in-person fall 2026 new student orientation. The orientation…
UPDATE: Eruptive episode 54 at Kīlauea has begun within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Updated at 11:03 a.m. Aug. 25. Episode 54 of the ongoing Kīlauea eruption began at 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 25. Lava fountaining is contained to Halemaʻumaʻu crater within Hawai‘i…
Episode 54 of ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea begins with overflow from north vent
[V1cam] Kīlauea volcano, Hawaii (west Halemaʻumaʻu crater) Precursory low-level eruptive activity before episode 54 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began around 6:16 a.m. HST…
With Moke gone without causing much new damage, Big Island returns to recovering from Hurricane Lala
With Tropical Storm Moke headed toward the southern end of the Big Island last week, there was much concern among Hawaiʻi County officials and residents that the areas hardest hit…
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Food, water, electric, supplies and other essentials
Updated 7 a.m. on Aug. 25 Relief efforts continue following destruction on the Big Island caused by Hurricane Lala a week ago. Here is what you need to know Tuesday: Food…
Maui Weather Forecast for August 25, 2026
Photo Credit: Brittney Cruz West Side Today: Sunny and breezy. Highs 80 to 87. East winds up to 20 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear. Breezy. Lows 70 to 76. Northeast winds up to 20 mph…
Maui Council committee advances Haʻikū fire station project, 6-2
Council Member Nohelani Uʻu-Hodgins shows a bill amendment summary Monday afternoon while chairing the Housing and Land Use Committee meeting. PC: YouTube Maui County Council…
Made in Hawaiʻi supports disaster recovery efforts while showcasing locally-owned businesses
The Made in Hawaiʻi Festival concluded four days of supporting and showcasing more than 800 local businesses from across Hawaiʻi. The 32nd annual Made in Hawaiʻi Festival came at…
DWS well outage impacts water to West Kuiaha and Awalau areas of Haʻikū
Approximately 200 customers in West Kuiaha and Awalau areas of Haʻikū have had low water pressure or no water since 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, due to a well outage, according to the…
Student surveys rank University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa as one of the nation’s best colleges, universities
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is one of the nation’s best colleges and universities, according to the Princeton Review’s 2027 edition of The Best 392 Colleges guide. The…
Statewide events aim to amplify suicide prevention, awareness next month
Hawaiʻi is recognizing “Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month” with events throughout the state this September. Suicide remains a significant public health challenge with…
Kaʻū farm among 162 awarded in first round of flood response grants
After the Kona Low storms threatened farming operations across Hawaiʻi, the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union Foundation raised more than $1 million in grants that have reached 162 farmers…
Kauaʻi County to host events for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month this September
The County of Kauaʻi is hosting multiple events to recognize “Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month” this September. Suicide remains a significant public health challenge with…
Maui Surf Forecast for August 25, 2026
Shores Tonight Tuesday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 1-3 1-3 0-2 0-2 West Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 South Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 3-5 East Facing 5-7 5-7 5-7 5-7 TONIGHT Weather…
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 25, 2026
Photo Credit: James Grenz Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows 67 to 75 near the shore to around 60 at 4000 feet. Southeast winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain…
Kauai Weather Forecast for August 25, 2026
Photo Credit: Pascal Debrunner West Kaua’i Tonight: Breezy. Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Lows 74 to 82 near the shore to around 65 above 3000 feet. East winds up to 20…
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 25, 2026
Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Tuesday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 0-2 0-2 0-2 0-2 East Facing 5-7 5-7 5-7 5-7 South Facing 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5…
Kauai Surf Forecast for August 25, 2026
Shores Tonight Tuesday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 2-4 1-3 0-2 0-2 West Facing 2-4 1-3 1-3 2-4 South Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 3-5 East Facing 5-7 5-7 4-6 4-6 TONIGHT Weather…
Flood watch canceled for Big Island; Moke now more than 500 miles away
Updated 4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24. The National Weather Service has canceled the flood watch for the Big Island. Tropical depression Moke was 515 miles east of Johnston Island, an…
Moke weakens to tropical depression, traveling far south of Kauaʻi today
Updated 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 24. Tropical depression Moke is now 515 miles east of Johnston Island, an atoll about 843 nautical miles southwest of Hilo, but the National Hurricane…
Mountain Biking Kauaʻi opens registration for 2026 Anahola Max Enduro race
Kauaʻi mountain bikers are preparing for high-speed rides as the Anahola Max Enduro returns on Sept. 12, offering five timed downhill courses and many chances to get muddy…
New 2,400 students at UH Mānoa explore campus, academics during fall orientation
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa welcomed 2,410 incoming students on Aug. 19 and 20 during the mandatory two-day, in-person fall 2026 new student orientation. The orientation…