New Hawaii pilot program aims to curb evictions, keep disputes out of court
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/03/06/hawaii-news/new-hawaii-pilot-program-aims-to-curb-evictions-keep-disputes-out-of-court/
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Volcano Watch — USGS updates “Volcano Observatory Notice to Aviation” alerts
By Hawaiian Volcano Observatory March 5, 2026 The Volcano Observatory Notice to Aviation (VONA) is a notification product used by volcano observatories globally to inform...
missing and endangered person: Keikilani Hauoli-Kuoha
Hawaii Police Department seeks your help in locating a missing and endangered person: Keikilani Hauoli-Kuoha, F-24, Local, 4'11", 110lb, Medium...
THE KOHALA CENTER….Employment/Opportunities/Events
Employment The Kohala Center is hiring a mahiʻāina specialist The Kohala Center (TKC) is hiring a mahiʻāina specialist who is...
Kahaluʻu Beach Park to Close May 1-10 for Coral Spawning
Kahaluʻu Beach Park to Close May 1-10 for Coral Spawning The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks and Recreation...
Unexpected Heroes Step In To Help Save Missing 3-Year-Old Girl In Phoenix
Unexpected Heroes Step In To Help Save Missing 3-Year-Old Girl In Phoenix Sometimes heroes don’t wear capes — they drive...
North Kona’s Primary Aquifer Provides Plenty Of Water — For Now The Keauhou aquifer’s current usage leaves room for more development, but a changing climate could significantly undercut that.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/03/north-konas-primary-aquifer-provides-plenty-of-water-for-now/
Hawaiʻi Lawmakers Push Back On Green’s Plan To Defer Tax Cuts A proposal floated by House Finance Chair Chris Todd would continue much of the tax relief that was promised in 2024.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/03/hawaii-lawmakers-push-back-on-greens-plan-to-defer-tax-cuts/
Council bill targets some ‘luxury’ homes in Hawaii County
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/03/05/hawaii-news/council-bill-targets-some-luxury-homes-in-hawaii-county/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Water Restriction Notice Issued for Honomū Customers AFFECTED AREA: HONOMŪ VILLAGE AND CUSTOMERS ALONG HONOMŪ ROAD AND MĀMALAHOA HIGHWAY (HWY 19), INCLUDING ALL SIDE ROADS AND LANES; HONOMŪ, SOUTH HILO
Water Restriction Notice Issued for Honomū Customers AFFECTED AREA: HONOMŪ VILLAGE AND CUSTOMERS ALONG HONOMŪ ROAD AND MĀMALAHOA HIGHWAY...
Four Officers Honored By Kona Crime Prevention Committee
Four Officers Honored By Kona Crime Prevention Committee Four Hawai‘i Police Department officers were recently honored by the Kona Crime...
‘I Wasn’t Going To Let That Baby Die’: Man Jumps Into Frigid Lake Michigan After Stroller Blows In
'I Wasn't Going To Let That Baby Die': Man Jumps Into Frigid Lake Michigan After Stroller Blows In When seconds...
Locals Were Crowded Out Of This Kauaʻi Beach. That May Change Soon Years in the making, the transfer of Hā‘ena Beach Park from the county to the state is intended to alleviate longstanding parking issues and reclaim access for residents.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/03/locals-were-crowded-out-of-this-kaua%ca%bbi-beach-that-may-change-soon/
‘Tough Times’: Honolulu Mayor Wants To Cut $50 Million For Vacant Jobs After years of budget increases as the city emerged from the pandemic, this year the mayor proposed a lower budget than last year’s.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/03/honolulu-mayor-wants-to-cut-vacant-jobs-to-save-50-million/
Government Funds Hilo Shelter Without Safety Exits Or Fire Inspection Hale Maluhia provides emergency shelter to vulnerable women but has never been inspected by county fire inspectors. Staff say the units are safe.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/03/government-funds-hilo-shelter-without-safety-exits-or-fire-inspection/
Renovations, expansion eyed for YWCA’s Hilo campus
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/03/04/hawaii-news/renovations-expansion-eyed-for-ywcas-hilo-campus/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
State income tax cut freeze debate begins at Legislature
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/03/04/hawaii-news/state-income-tax-cut-freeze-debate-begins-at-legislature/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station Reopens March 6
Laupāhoehoe Transfer Station Reopens March 6 The Laupāhoehoe Recycling and Transfer Station will reopen Friday, March 6 following the completion...
Hawaiian Electric to conduct aerial line inspections
Hawaiian Electric to conduct aerial line inspections HILO, March 3, 2026 – To improve system reliability, Hawaiian Electric will conduct...
Pennsylvania Man Finds Neighbor’s Lost Family Diamond While On Vacation In Florida
Pennsylvania Man Finds Neighbor's Lost Family Diamond While On Vacation In Florida Talk about a gem of a story. What...
