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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).

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.

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.

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.

Hilo transforms into New York City with the production of ‘In the Heights’

The romantic musical directed by Jennie Kaneshiro blends universal themes of love, culture and aspirations that resonate with the local communities in Hawaiʻi.

Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense, partners to open tephra information center in Volcano

Residents can visit the tephra information center to learn how to clean tephra from their homes, protect water catchment tanks and make requests for assistance.

UPDATE: Police report endangered runaway 12-year-old girl was located

Mulaun Porter was previously reported March 10 as missing. She was found late Tuesday night (March 10) in good health.

UPDATE: National Weather Service cancels ashfall advisory for portions of Big Island; Highway 11 reopens

The National Weather Service Honolulu forecast office reports because Episode 43 of lava fountaining at Kīlauea volcano ended the threat for ashfall dissipated.

UPDATE: Kīlauea summit eruption Episode 43 ends after 9 hours of lava fountaining

All eruptive activity was confined to Halemaʻumaʻu within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory will provide additional details about Episode 43 in its next official report.

UPDATE: Episode 43 of Kīlauea summit eruption ends; Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park remains closed

Overnight guests of Kīlauea Military Camp and Volcano House with reservations and identification will be allowed to enter the park, but must shelter in place.
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Hilo transforms into New York City with the production of ‘In the Heights’

The romantic musical directed by Jennie Kaneshiro blends universal themes of love, culture and aspirations that resonate with the local communities in Hawaiʻi.

Hawaiʻi’s film industry having a big year with ‘Untamed,’ ‘Jumanji 3’ and ‘Protecting Jared’

Hawai’i’s movie and television industry is resurging in 2026, with three major productions filming in the Aloha State.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 6-12: Hilo Steel Guitar Festival, Abled Hawaiʻi Artists exhibit, Ola Ka ʻĪ Kona and more

Music is in the air this week as several venues around the island are hosting concerts, live bands and even dance shows featuring a variety of tunes in several different styles; but that’s not all — check out this week’s top 10 now!

‘Rainy Day’ concert to benefit guests of Salvation Army Hilo Overnight Safe Space

Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy student Samantha Fortney, who grew up in Hilo, is turning her senior capstone project into meaningful action, inspired by a desire to serve her community.

Sign up today for The Kohala Center’s next stewardship experience at Kahalu‘u Bay and Beach Park

Those who attend will learn about Kahaluʻu as ʻāina lei aliʻi, the lands that adorn the chiefs, and what made Kahaluʻu so special for generations; participants also will engage in kilo, or intentional observation along the shoreline or in the water and moʻolelo, or oral history, of Kahalu‘u will be shared and a mo’olelo of the day will be collectively created.

Hawai‘i Business Chevron Forward

Business Monday: Executive chef in Hilo quit to open his own restaurant along the Hāmākua Coast
Hawaiʻi’s film industry having a big year with ‘Untamed,’ ‘Jumanji 3’ and ‘Protecting Jared’
3-year global business degree program at Hawaiʻi Pacific University gains accreditor approval
Hospitality company operating 4 Big Island restaurants shift to employee ownership plan

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Big Island Now poll results: County garage is answer to downtown Kona’s parking woes
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
Poll results: Big Island Now readers pick clear winner for top 2024 story. Do you know what it is?

Hawai'i Volcano Blog Chevron Forward

Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense, partners to open tephra information center in Volcano
Kīlauea Photo Gallery: Lava fountains, volcano plume and traffic
Hawaiʻi’s film industry having a big year with ‘Untamed,’ ‘Jumanji 3’ and ‘Protecting Jared’
Remaining Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park flight operations for March

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18-year-old Big Island sailor makes waves in high-level, competitive sailing
Kahaluʻu Beach Park in Kailua-Kona to be closed several days at beginning of May
Sign up today for The Kohala Center’s next stewardship experience at Kahalu‘u Bay and Beach Park
State warns of potential public health risks from whale carcass in waters off Kona Coast

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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.

UHMC offers free cybersecurity and vulnerability assessment clinic for small businesses 

“Cybersecurity Risk Management and Vulnerability Assessments for Small Businesses” is a free Zoom meeting presented by the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College for sole proprietors and registered businesses in Hawai‘i. It will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 12–1 p.m. via Zoom. This is the third and final session in a series.

Maui Weather Forecast for March 11, 2026

A powerful and slow-moving kona low northwest of the islands will bring a prolonged period of hazardous weather to the state through the upcoming weekend...

As e-bikes grow in popularity, Maui County and state lawmakers try to curb dangerous riding

Measures would require helmets for underage riders and bar "exhibition riding" like wheelies and stunts.

Hisako Film Lab launches first-ever Fast Kine Maui 4-Day Film Challenge

Hisako Film Lab, in collaboration with Fuzz Box Productions, hosts its first-ever Fast Kine Maui 4-Day Film Challenge, taking place March 25-29 on Maui.

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Brown water advisory issued for Kaua‘i following storm

After storms or heavy rain, the water may contain higher-than-normal pollutant levels.

UPDATE: New special marine warning issued for Kaua‘i Channel, leeward and northwest waters of Kaua‘i

National Weather Service radar indicated at 6:44 a.m. severe thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts along a line extending from 8 nautical miles — or about 9 miles — east of Lehua Rock to 44 nautical miles — or nearly 51 miles — south of FAD Buoy PP and moving northeast at 15 knots — or just more than 17 mph.

University of Hawaiʻi offers third free cybersecurity clinic for small businesses

'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.'

‘Together, we can make sure no child goes hungry’: Mālama Kaua‘i Kaukau 4 Keiki program starts June 1

‘Ohana can now apply to receive boxes of food for 9 weeks during the summer through the program; Mālama Kaua‘i also now seeking host sites, vendors and volunteers to serve as part of the 2026 program.

UPDATE: Flood advisory canceled for Kaua‘i as heavy rainfall diminishes

However, a flood watch does remain in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday (March 14) for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.