Aloha — here’s your island roundup for August 14, 2026.
ʻŌlelo o ka lā — Word of the Day
PUMEHANA — Warm, warm-hearted; warmth, affection. Not the heat of the sun — the warmth between people. The word that closes a Hawaiian letter: me ke aloha pumehana. Hear it & see how to use it →
Island News
- Tropical Storm Lala closes in on the island chain
- DHHL projects record 3,000 leases in 2026
- Green takes Democratic nod; general election set for Nov. 3
Around the Islands
Island Happenings — what’s going on this week →
Island Scoreboard — local sports →
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