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Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Honolulu. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The state partnered with Hawaii Foodbank to launch its annual food and fund drive for statewide affiliates. The drive began March 4 and will run until May 8 at the foodbank in Honolulu. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hormel will launch its new SPAM with Bachan’s Japanese Barbecue Sauce this Saturday at Walmart—exclusively offering a sweet and savory twist designed to deliver the signature umami taste SPAM fans love. Hawaii News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Capitol Modern is showcasing spring exhibitions with student art awards, a manu-o-kū themed show, and portrait challenges until March 21, April 4, and July 4 (at various gallery spaces). Free admission is offered Wednesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 250 S. Hotel St. Honolulu Magazine
- ➤ On Billy V Live Thursday, Mar. 5, Jake Shimabukuro discussed his new album Calm Seas featuring nature soundscapes (including Hakalau rainforest bird songs) and his upcoming tour, while Love Jack shared his musical journey and debut album Queen of Hearts. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ The annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating event will return to Ala Moana Beach for its 28th Memorial Day ceremony, offering community members a peaceful evening to honor local traditions. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Kay’s Crackseed in Manoa Marketplace preserves a favorite childhood snack by offering seedless creamy ume and li hing treats that locals enjoy, with Mei Chang now running the shop (founded in 1978 and taken over by her family in 1996) to keep traditional recipes alive. Hawaii News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Culinary Institute of the Pacific at Kapiolani Community College will offer free baking courses in Fundamentals of Baking and Pastry Arts (April 6 to 10) and Dessert Design in the Hot Kitchen (April 13 to 17) as part of a Workforce Development Program with scholarships for locals and military. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Keiki in grades 5 to 12 can enter the 4-H GET Local Video Cooking Contest by March 20 by making a 5 to 7 minute video of a healthy recipe using a local ingredient. Winners will receive a farm and food adventure on Oahu to learn kitchen and gardening skills. KITV
- ➤ Students from Mid-Pacific Institute have gained international recognition as their films were accepted into festivals in New Zealand, Australia, and Oregon and will also be featured at the Women of Wonders Film Fest Hawaii on Sunday, March 8 at the Doris Duke Theatre in the Honolulu Museum of Art. KITV
- ➤ Local farms delivered fresh microgreens (from Kupu Place) to school cafeterias on Mar. 5 to boost healthy school meals in Honolulu. KITV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DBEDT and HGIA warn Honolulu residents today to beware of door-to-door solar sales reps falsely claiming that a state program offers free solar systems. Residents may file complaints with the Office of Consumer Protection within three business days if misled & pressured. KITV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hawaii's Rainbow Warriors defeated UC Riverside 93 to 74 tonight at Bankoh Arena, with Gytis Nemeiksa scoring 19 plus Dre Bullock and Isaac Finlinson each adding 17; the win improved their record to 22 to 7 and clinched a double bye in next week's Big West tournament in Henderson, Nev. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
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