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Hawai‘i Farm Bureau, partners, launch farm damage survey

"If your ag operation was affected by the Kona Low Storm, we want to hear from you," the Bureau said. "Your responses will help identify needs to secure funding for recovery programs."

A. Kam NapierMarch 21, 2026

Aloha Stadium marches towards 2029 completion

The Aloha Stadium authority and its developer have shared a bevy of key updates in recent weeks.

Christian ShimabukuMarch 21, 2026

Chuck Norris dies

Actor Chuck Norris, the renowned martial artist known for his roles in action films and the long-running television series "Walker, Texas Ranger," has died. He was reportedly hospitalized on Kauaʻi. Previously, he was also a guest star on an episode of "Hawaiʻi Five-0."

Katie HellandMarch 20, 2026

Hawaiian Electric shuts off power to 4,100 North Shore customers

Utility warns the second Kona Low now hitting the Islands could lead to new outages. As a precaution, some power has been turned off in Waialua due to flooding.

A. Kam NapierMarch 20, 2026

PEWA by Pono Potions is Chinatown’s newest cocktail lounge

Pono Potions’ new cocktail lounge features creative libations, along with lunch, pau hana and brunch menus.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 20, 2026

Honolulu Festival adapts to weather

Honolulu Festival had to cancel its Grand Parade and Nagaoka Fireworks Show last weekend, but participants found moments of levity in a mini parade for performers that wasn’t open to the public, as well as other events promoting cultural exchange at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center.

Katie HellandMarch 20, 2026

Alexander & Baldwin becomes private in $2.3B deal

Previously a publicly traded real estate investment trust focused solely on Hawai‘i commercial real estate, A&B now is privately held through a joint venture formed by MW Group, Blackstone Real Estate and DivcoWest.

Stephanie SalmonsMarch 20, 2026