Kauai News 18 lane closures scheduled during week of Feb. 9-13 on Kaua‘i state roadways
Hawaii News State offices, schools close Monday as state braces for heavy rain, damaging winds
Okinawan lifeguards to participate in hands-on training on Kauaʻi for second year
Lifeguards from Okinawa will be enhancing their skills through intensive training at key coastal locations on Kauaʻi from Feb. 16 to 20 as part of the Lifeguard Exchange Program. February 09, 2026 · 05:00am
Friends of Kauaʻi Wildlife Refuges open annual scholarship application
Applications for the annual Daniel Moriarty Memorial Scholarship are open for students in conservation-related fields who are residents of Hawaiʻi.Kauai Activities Kauaʻi County awards 15 culturally-based projects, events with grant funding
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Single lane closures scheduled next week for Ala Kinoiki Road in Kōloa
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Grove Farm Foundation offering $20,000 merit scholarships to Kauaʻi high school seniors
Another injured hiker rescued from Kalalau Trail
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Kaua‘i News
Okinawan lifeguards to participate in hands-on training on Kauaʻi for second year
Lifeguards from Okinawa will be enhancing their skills through intensive training at key coastal locations on Kauaʻi from Feb. 16 to 20 as part of the Lifeguard Exchange Program.
18 lane closures scheduled during week of Feb. 9-13 on Kaua‘i state roadways
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Friends of Kauaʻi Wildlife Refuges open annual scholarship application
Applications for the annual Daniel Moriarty Memorial Scholarship are open for students in conservation-related fields who are residents of Hawaiʻi.
UPDATE: County services to continue Monday pending weather updates
Kauaʻi County officials urge residents to prioritize safety as severe weather, including strong winds up to 60 mph and potential flooding, impacts the island through Monday, with emergency refuge areas on standby if needed.
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Hawaii News
Friends of Kauaʻi Wildlife Refuges open annual scholarship application
Applications for the annual Daniel Moriarty Memorial Scholarship are open for students in conservation-related fields who are residents of Hawaiʻi.
State offices, schools close Monday as state braces for heavy rain, damaging winds
Residents are advised to stay safe by preparing homes, monitoring updates from the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency, and avoiding unnecessary travel during hazardous conditions.
Keiki statewide challenged to ‘Read for the Gold’ during month of February
Readers in grades kindergarten through 12 participating in the winter reading challenge that runs through Feb. 22 can win prizes from U.S. Olympic figure skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi.
Application period now open for 2026 Rainbow Legacy Scholarships
Recipients of the scholarship offered by Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation are awarded $2,000 to support education-related expenses; applicants must be rooted in Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation’s vision of hope, equality, unity and service to the betterment of Hawaiʻi and the people who live here.
Stop cyber threats! Learn to use artificial intelligence as your small business security ally
This session will focus on the security and privacy issues associated with artificial intelligence, providing a clear roadmap for integrating artificial intelligence tools ethically and effectively to stay one step ahead of sophisticated cyber threats.
Big Island News
Business Monday: Grace Flowers Hawaiʻi ready for busy week before Valentine’s Day
With the Feb. 14 holiday for sweethearts on the horizon, Alison Higgins of Grace Flowers Hawaiʻi is readying her Honokaʻa shop for a surge in last-minute floral orders for family members, spouses, friends and sweethearts.
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority to host last 3 community workshops this month
Residents are invited to help shape the future management of Mauna Kea with workshops scheduled in Waimea, Nāʻālehu and Kailua-Kona this month.
Maui News
Maui Weather Forecast for February 09, 2026
Wet and windy weather will continue across the islands today, with conditions gradually improving tonight as winds ease up some and rainfall coverage and...
Monday Morning Maui Sports: After losses in girls state basketball tournament, MIL champs Maui and Lānaʻi hungry to return next season
Both the Sabers in Division I and the Pine Lasses in Division II will bring back nearly the same squads that have led them to consecutive Maui Interscholastic League titles in recent years.
Monday weather updates: Wet weather, Wind Warning remains in forecast; Maui Flood Advisory extended to 8 a.m.
The potential for flooding will remain over all islands today, with the highest chance over windward Maui County and windward Big Island. Strong winds will continue to occur over all islands as well, with the strongest winds in the lee of mountains and in/near stronger showers.
Maui road closures and traffic impacts due to severe weather
Multiple road closures were reported overnight in Olinda, Piʻiholo, and at Baldwin Ave. due to downed trees and power lines. Flooding was also reported at Waikoloa in the East Maui district of Hāna. On Monday morning, crews reported rocks and debris on the Hana Highway near Kaumahina Wayside Park.
