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County officials & Black Sand Beach LLC extended the lease for Punaluu Black Sand Beach Park through Sept.

1 to keep it open while plans for its future are discussed. The agreement lets locals enjoy 6.8 acres of park space with parking, pavilions & campgrounds.

Project Vision Hawaii will host its 15th annual casino night fundraiser, Eye Ball 2026, on Saturday, Aug.

29 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach to support health care, housing, and social services for vulnerable residents — a night featuring cultural performances and local flavors.

Family friend Joy Monahan said the Abelmann family is grieving the loss of 16-year-old Kalena Abelmann, who died in a fatal crash on Pali Highway on Thursday, and they are planning a memorial service while asking for community prayers & donations.

The 4th annual Hawaii Made Conference will take place Tuesday, June 23 at Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort, offering local food producers networking sessions, resources & a makeke marketplace; registration starts at 8 a.m. with fees of $75 for Oahu residents and $40 for neighbor island and student attendees.

On Juneteenth (June 19), local organizers held a cookout in Manoa Valley to honor 250 years of Black excellence and highlight African American contributions in Hawaii.

KITV reporter Carly Yoshida was crowned Miss Hawaii 2026 on Friday, June 19 at the Hawaii Theatre.

She received her crown from Miss Hawaii 2025 Emalia Dalire (with former titleholder Debbie Nakanelua present).

Since Dec. 23, 2024, Kilauea’s summit has produced 49 lava fountaining episodes and USGS data show inflation and seismic tremor, indicating episode 50 is expected between June 23 – 27.

The alert level remains advisory as monitoring continues.

Firefighters contained a wildfire on Saturday — reported at 3:20 p.m. near the 84-700 block of Manuku Street adjacent to Makaha Community Park.

Officials say the prompt action kept the blaze under control.

Hawaii’s Supreme Court heard Thursday arguments on Maui County’s coastal rules that exempt 15 development activities—a move critics say could bypass environmental oversight.

The case pits the Maui Tomorrow Foundation against county officials as recent state law changes support the county’s position and a decision is pending.

The state finished a 10-week drone project mapping historic cemeteries on Jun.

20, identifying unclear boundaries in Hawaii. Officials said the work aims to protect these sites (honoring the legacy of those interred).

State Sen. Samantha DeCorte criticized DLNR for extending the Puuhonua O Waianae encampment deadline at Waianae Boat Harbor to Oct.

16 as officials work with community leaders to relocate over 100 residents to a new permanent housing site in Waianae Valley, addressing ongoing safety and cleanup concerns & move challenges.

Hawaii Living with Anne Lee featured hearty meals at Mililani Restaurant and cool desserts at Aloha Cone on Jun.

20, showcasing generous portions and creative treats that capture Honolulu’s local dining spirit.