Hawai‘i Wildfires: Updates From HONOLULU Magazine
Here are updates and safety information you need to know about the ongoing wildfires on Maui from our sister publication HONOLULU Magazine.
All Stories
Why Hawai‘i's Wildfires Are Growing Bigger and More Intense
Invasive grasses that burn hot and fast now cover a quarter of Hawai‘i’s land. As rain-drought cycles intensify their fuel loads and more fires ignite, experts fight back with new vigor and old tools.
Kaua‘i’s Housing Sales Have Slowed, But Median Price Fell Only a Little
“Our buyer pool is very low, but when I look at the sales, I’d say more than half are cash,” says the president of the Kauaʻi Board of Realtors.
Is a Recession Coming? Here’s What Hawai‘i’s Business Leaders Say.
Our biannual BOSS Survey finds cautious optimism about the local economy, and more businesses say they’re flourishing or on track.
Hawai‘i's Top 250 Companies 2023: List Now Available
The 40th annual ranking of the state’s largest companies and nonprofits shows revenue gains in nearly every sector of the economy in 2022, especially energy and tourism.
This Remodeled Headquarters Makes Other Offices Look Boring and Cold
Two leaders at Servco Pacific describe what went into the renovation. Tip No. 2: Ask employees what they need to do their jobs.
Hawai‘i Construction Companies Say Revenues and Profits Are Up
Our biannual BOSS Survey found the construction industry is doing better than other industries, but leaders are less positive about the permitting process.
Look South of Hilo for Affordable Homes in Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i Island’s overall median price has been relatively steady this year, but the lowest priced deals – including many inexpensive vacant lots – can often be found in Puna.
“Living Paycheck to Paycheck Can Be Scary”: How Nonprofits Help Hawai‘i’s Struggling Middle Class Gain Financial Stability
In America’s most costly state, 44% of people can’t afford basic expenses and many more barely stay afloat. But there’s help for the wide spectrum of ALICE residents, including highly educated yet underpaid professionals.
Powering O‘ahu 24/7 for 60 Years
Behind the scenes at the Kahe Power Plant, which opened in 1963 and still generates firm power to supplement solar- and wind-generated electricity.
Sales of Hawai‘i Homes to California Buyers Drop by Half
That’s based on sales of condos and single-family homes during the first quarter of 2023.
DeForest Buckner Tops Our List of Hawai‘i’s Best-Paid Athletes in 2023
Here’s what 41 football, baseball and golf pros with local ties are earning, including Kolten Wong, Tua Tagovailoa, Kirby Yates and Isiah Kiner-Falefa.