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East Hawai‘i News UPDATE: Teen last seen in September 2025 located in good health
2 new storms heading into Central Pacific; Hawaiian Islands told to monitor the systems
While it is too early to determine the track, intensity and magnitude of these disturbances, the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Agency said residents should prepare again for possible bad weather. August 19, 2026 · 03:29pm
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Hawaiʻi County non-emergency operations resume, offices reopen Wednesday
About 24,000 customers still were without power as of 7 p.m. Tuesday but the company expects 95% to be online by Friday.Crime Police ask public to help identify man connected with alleged Waikōloa assault…
Lala Recovery Boil water notice issued for Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply…
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What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Hawaiʻi County non-emergency operations resume, offices reopen Wednesday
About 24,000 customers still were without power as of 7 p.m. Tuesday but the company expects 95% to be online by Friday.
State alerts public about recall of Outshine Fruit Bars from Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream
The recall was issued because of possible contamination with glass; recalled products were distributed nationally, including at Times/Don Quijote, KTA Super Stores, Walmart, Target and other retailers in Hawaiʻi.
UPDATE: Teen last seen in September 2025 located in good health
Now-17-year-old Naiomi Michael, who previously was reported as a runaway, was found July 10 in Pāhoa.
Police ask public to help identify man connected with alleged Waikōloa assault investigation
The suspect is described as 6-feet tall, white and in his mid-20s; he is wanted for questioning in the investigation of an April incident at a resort condominium on Waikōloa Beach Drive.
Boil water notice issued for Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply Waiʻōhinu-Nāʻālehu customers
Officials advise customers in those areas to NOT drink tap water without boiling it first; boiling destroys bacteria and other organisms that could be present in the water.
2 new storms heading into Central Pacific; Hawaiian Islands told to monitor the systems
While it is too early to determine the track, intensity and magnitude of these disturbances, the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Agency said residents should prepare again for possible bad weather.
Property tax, PONC Stewardship Grants deadlines extended
Property tax payment deadlines extend to Oct. 13 and the PONC program stewardship grant applications are due on Aug. 31.
Kupu applications open for new program to improve trails on Kona side of Big Island
Crews with youth-conservation organization Kupu will work with the state Nā Ala Hele Trail and Access Program to improve trails at several sites.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 14-20 — weather permitting
There once again is no lack of fun happening during events around the Big Island this weekend and beyond; however, it will be extremely prudent to call ahead before you go in case there are cancellations caused by the impending possible tropical cyclone in the forecast.
Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site celebrating 54th anniversary with free Hawaiian Cultural Festival
Kamehameha the Great, the first person to unite the warring islands into the Kingdom of Hawai’i, had the major temple built by thousands and thousands of men from 1790 to 1791.
2026 ‘Ohina Labs application deadline quickly approaching for filmmakers
There’s just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.
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Maui Now
Maui Surf Forecast for August 20, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain slightly below average through Thursday. A long period south-southwest swell generated from gales just south and east...
Hilton appoints Jon Gersonde as Managing Director of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Hilton announced the appointment of Jon Gersonde as managing director of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort.
Maui OED announces grant opportunities for financial literacy, student and youth travel
Two Fiscal Year 2027 grant-funding opportunities — a new Financial Literacy Program focused on strengthening County grantees, small businesses and community members, as well as a second round of Student and Youth Travel funding for Hāna, Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi – are available, the County of Maui Office of Economic Development (OED) announced.
Maui residents and businesses asked to report Lala damage
The County of Maui Office of Recovery and Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) are encouraging residents and businesses to report storm damage to private property from Tropical Storm Lala to help officials document the extent of damage and support recovery efforts.
County Water Supply crews continue working across Maui to restore water service after Lala
In Upcountry, a massive number of downed trees along Olinda and Piʻiholo roads have caused waterline breaks in multiple locations and blocked access to water treatment facilities. Access to the facilities has since been restored, but crews continue to work through the extensive debris and damage.
Kaua‘i Now
Kauai Weather Forecast for August 20, 2026
Trade winds weaken Thursday as a surface trough passes over the islands. The trough also brings an increase in moisture that will produce an uptick in shower...
Kauai Surf Forecast for August 20, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain slightly below average through Thursday. A long period south-southwest swell generated from gales just south and east...
Public advised by state about recall of Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Outshine Fruit Bars products
The recall was issued because of possible contamination with glass; recalled products were distributed nationally, including at Times/Don Quijote, KTA Super Stores, Walmart, Target and other retailers in Hawaiʻi.
