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Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Honolulu. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 Punahou Carnival kicks off today and is expected to impact traffic in the surrounding area as a flood watch is in effect for all main islands from Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon because of heavy rain. KITV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hawaiian Electric is preparing extra crews for possible strong winds and storms this weekend & advises customers to review emergency plans and check supplies in case power outages occur. The company will repair power lines and clear fallen trees as needed. KITV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Loved ones honored 'Shorty' Bertelmann, a member of the 1976 Hokulea crew, as they celebrated his contributions to Polynesian voyaging after he passed away at 78. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Kupuna danced at the 55th Annual Senior Valentine Dance on Friday at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall — enjoying music from the Royal Hawaiian Band and local celebrity appearances in a free event hosted by the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation. Hawaii News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 31, 2026, 433 volunteers from NOAA and the Pacific Whale Foundation counted 1,954 humpback whales across 43 sites, 158 fewer than last year, according to the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. The survey helps scientists track trends — high surf limited some shore views. Hawaii News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi issued a proclamation Friday at Honolulu Hale to mark the U.S. Army Nursing Corps’ 125th anniversary — noting its service since Feb. 2, 1901 — with several Army leaders present. Hawaii News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kamehameha Kapalama won the girls Division I state basketball title by beating Iolani 50-39 on Friday. The Warriors repeated as champions for the first time since 1999 & 2000 and completed a four-game season sweep. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Iolani girls basketball rallied from a 12-point deficit to edge Konawaena 42-41 on Thursday night at McKinley Student Council Gymnasium in Honolulu. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
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