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Former Kohala Coast estate of the late Lisa Marie Presley on the market for $17.5M
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March 11, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Multigenerational portrait painted of Pacific Islands Region volunteers in new Red Cross data
One Hawaiʻi family embodies the trend, showing how service shared across generations is shaping the future of Red Cross volunteerism; demographic estimates show people of all ages — from Gen Z to the Silent Generation — help make up the nearly 1,900 volunteers who support the American Red Cross in the Pacific Islands Region.
March 11, 2026 · 11:27 AM
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The Hawai‘i Department of Health confirmed a visitor who went to the park had the measles.
March 11, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Third free cybersecurity clinic for small businesses offered by University of Hawaiʻi
‘Most small businesses don’t realize they’re a target until it’s too late,’ said University of Hawaiʻi Kapi‘olani Community College assistant professor of information technology and cybersecurity and session lead David Stevens in announcing the clinic. ‘You don’t need a big budget to protect yourself, but you do need to know where your risks are.’
March 11, 2026 · 10:48 AM
Travelers in Hawai‘i advised to arrive at the airport early due to severe weather
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, a powerful, yet slow-moving kona low storm has arrived in the Hawaiian Islands, with rain arriving on Kaua‘i on Tuesday.
March 11, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Tax relief for state’s working families preserved in Hawaiʻi Senate measure
State lawmakers must look inward, however, and ensure the state is living within its means before asking taxpayers to do the same; So while taking this action, they acknowledge revenues are declining as state costs for many programs rise because of action by U.S. Congress.
March 11, 2026 · 8:38 AM
Entrance at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Highway 11 reopens; tephra cleanup ongoing
Highway 11 has also reopened.
March 11, 2026 · 7:21 AM
Winter storm watch issued above 12K feet for Big Island summits of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa
A powerful Kona low storm located northwest of the state will bring periods of heavy snow atop both mountains, with total snow accumulations up to 8 inches possible; watch in effect from Thursday night to Saturday night (March 12-14).
March 11, 2026 · 7:00 AM
Public urged by state officials to be cautious outdoors and on water because of severe weather
Outdoor recreation — including camping, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, etc. — and boating or other water activities during inclement weather put not only yourself but first responders at greater risk in an emergency.
March 11, 2026 · 5:51 AM
UPDATE: Flood advisory canceled for portions of Kaʻū, Puna
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu report radar shows that heavy rainfall diminished and flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.
March 11, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Former Kohala Coast estate of the late Lisa Marie Presley on the market for $17.5M
Known as Hale Ohi‘a, the 6-bedroom, 8,178-square-foot home was built with more than 250 native ohi‘a logs, and comes with access to the exclusive Mauna Lani Beach Club.
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March 1, 2026 · 3:00 PM
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March 6, 2026 · 1:00 PM HST
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March 1, 2026 · 3:00 PM HST
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Hawaiian Electric 2025 renewable portfolio standard hits 37% amid spike in electricity use
Hawaiian Electric achieved a 37% consolidated renewable portfolio standard in 2025, marking progress toward the 2030 RPS milestone of 40% — even as the company’s electricity demand grew at the highest rate in over 20 years.
Travel Advisory issued for Hawaiʻi airports amid severe weather
A travel advisory has been issued for Hawaiʻi Airports as severe weather conditions persist statewide. The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises travelers to arrive at the airport at least three hours prior to their scheduled departure time for transpacific flights and at least 90 minutes prior to scheduled departure time for interisland flights.
Maui Matsuri Art Contest open for student entries
Maui County students in grades K-12 can now submit entries for the annual Maui Matsuri Art Contest for a chance to win cash prizes of up to $100.
Mental health crisis after 2023 Maui wildfires extends beyond burn zones
The 2023 Maui wildfires were linked to significantly higher levels of depression and anxiety among residents, with impacts extending beyond the burn zones and closely tied to housing and income disruption. That’s according to a new University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa study published March 11 in “JAMA Psychiatry.”
DCCA: review insurance policies before impacts of kona storm
As severe weather from a powerful Kona storm begins blanketing the state, the Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Insurance Division is encouraging residents to review their insurance policies and take steps now, that can make the recovery and insurance claims process easier after the storm passes.
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New study: Mental health crisis after 2023 Maui wildfires extends beyond burn zones
“These findings show that the wildfire’s psychological toll is not confined to the areas that burned,” said the study’s lead author and University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization professor Ruben Juarez in a release about the study’s findings. “The social and economic disruption — especially housing instability and income disruption — is driving much of the distress we see across the community.”
Kaua‘i County officials urge public to stay vigilant as storm expected to continue into weekend
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, periods of heavy rain may lead to flash flooding, with repeated rounds of showers and thunderstorms possible as deep tropical moisture moves over the island.
Hawai‘i Life Flight to expand air emergency services on Kaua‘i
Local hospitals and community partners identified the need for a rotor-wing resource to complement the island’s existing EMS system, and Hawai‘i Life Flight stepped forward to collaborate.
New Red Cross data show multigenerational portrait of volunteers in Pacific Islands Region
One Hawaiʻi family embodies the trend, showing how service shared across generations is shaping the future of Red Cross volunteerism; demographic estimates show people of all ages — from Gen Z to the Silent Generation — help make up the nearly 1,900 volunteers who support the American Red Cross in the Pacific Islands Region.
Brown water advisory issued for Kaua‘i following storm
After storms or heavy rain, the water may contain higher-than-normal pollutant levels.
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