Hunters traveling to Lanai for the remainder of the 2026 mouflon sheep season are being asked to bring their own food, drinking water and other essential supplies following damage caused by Hurricane Lowell. The state Department of Land and Natural Resources said bringing personal supplies ...
Taking care of birds at the Honolulu Zoo, author and illustrator Katie Tobin has released a new children’s book, “P Is for Pueo: A Hawaiian Alphabet Book,” designed to inspire a love of nature. Highlighting 12 native birds from the tiny ʻanianiau to Hawaii’s nēnē goose, she plans ...
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Tourism officials are asking visitors to steer clear of one of Hawaii’s most picturesque islands as residents and businesses work to recover from the latest tropical storm to thrash the state. Intense wind and surging waves from Hurricane Lowell damaged oceanfront resorts, ripped apart ...
The Auwahi Forest Restoration Project will hold a volunteer greenhouse workday from 9 a.m. to about 2 p.m. Sept. 19 at Ulupalakua Ranch. Volunteers will assist with native plant propagation work. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes with good traction and bring water, lunch and sun protection. Space is limited, and email confirmation is required. To request a spot, email volunteer@auwahi.org. More information is available at www.Auwahi.org.
The campaign to elect Carol Lee Kamekona to the Kahului residency seat on the Maui County Council will hold a Voter Jam fundraiser from 6 to 11 p.m. Sept. 17 at da Playground Maui. The event will combine voter education with live music, comedy and discussions about Maui County government. Attendees also will be able to speak with Kamekona and learn about her campaign priorities. The entertainment lineup will include Rootz N Creation featuring Kokomon, a kani ka pila session featuring Kaniloa and comedy performances by Chino LaForge, Ted Anderson, Ivan Natanson and Chuck ...
