Kauai News Hours adjusted at public swimming pool on Kaua‘i due to staffing issues
Hawaii News Maui County to lead case management program for disaster survivors
‘Scary situation off the coast of Kaua‘i’: Harbor pilot slips, falls into rough waters
The pilot was reported to be climbing a rope ladder from a pilot boat alongside the 3,090-passenger cruise ship Emerald Princess on Tuesday when he slipped and fell into the water on its port — or left — side, triggering a "man overboard" emergency. February 12, 2026 · 09:17am
Single lane closures scheduled for part of Ala Kinoiki in Poʻipū for two months
Single-lane closures are scheduled for Ala Kinoiki Way from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. from Feb. 17 to April 17.Community Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security…
Kauai News Lane closures scheduled on Kaua‘i for geotechnical subsurface exploration…
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The Food Basket, Hawai‘i Island’s food bank, to receive $2M in federal funds
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Kaua‘i News
Hours adjusted at public swimming pool on Kaua‘i due to staffing issues
The new hours go into effect starting Feb. 18.
Kaua‘i County offices closed for Presidents’ Day
Regular business hours for county offices and services will resume on Feb. 17.
‘Scary situation off the coast of Kaua‘i’: Harbor pilot slips, falls into rough waters
The pilot was reported to be climbing a rope ladder from a pilot boat alongside the 3,090-passenger cruise ship Emerald Princess on Tuesday when he slipped and fell into the water on its port — or left — side, triggering a “man overboard” emergency.
Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security Grant Program
Papakōlea Community Development Corporation is awarding $5,000 micro-grants for individuals and $10,000 grants to organizations.
Lane closures scheduled on Kaua‘i for geotechnical subsurface exploration, improvements
Work is weather permitting.
U.S. Navy encourages Kaua‘i’s student scientists and engineers of tomorrow
Several Kaua‘i students were awarded the Naval Science Award on Feb. 7 during the 30th annual Kaua‘i Regional Science and Engineering Fair; the award honors the accomplishments of students who create and present quality projects for regional and state science and engineering fairs as well as the International Science and Engineering Fair.
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Hawaii News
Maui County to lead case management program for disaster survivors
Gov. Josh Green has extended the Disaster Case Management Program to continue support for over 6,800 Maui wildfire survivors with FEMA-funded resources.
Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security Grant Program
Papakōlea Community Development Corporation is awarding $5,000 micro-grants for individuals and $10,000 grants to organizations.
Hirono, colleagues introduce measure aimed at rebuilding public schools nationwide
The Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026 is a bicameral bill targeting $130 billion in new federal infrastructure funding.
Public invited to comment on list of nominees for Intermediate Court of Appeals
Gov.Josh Green is on the clock to appoint a new associate judge from a list of nominees for the Intermediate Court of Appeals within 30 days.
Big Island News
Wastewater spill at treatment plant in East Hawai‘i forces shoreline closures
Contaminated water warning signs have been posted in the affected shoreline area to warn the public.
High bacteria levels detected in waters off Hilo Bay and Spencer Beach Park
The Department of Health has collected another sample and is retesting the site.
Acting chief justice seeks public comment on nominees for Kona district court judge
The individual selected is subject to Senate confirmation.
Harbor pilot slips, falls into rough waters in ‘scary situation’ as cruise ship preps to enter Kaua‘i harbor
The pilot was reported to be climbing a rope ladder from a pilot boat alongside the 3,090-passenger cruise ship Emerald Princess on Tuesday when he slipped and fell into the water on its port — or left — side, triggering a "man overboard" emergency.
Maui News
Lahaina: Maui native to debut new hana keaka on rebuilding after wildfires
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa will debut Lele Wale, a new hana keaka (Hawaiian theatre work) that takes audiences on a journey of community rebuilding in the wake of the Lahaina wildfires. The production honors those who were lost, those who survived, and those who still carry the weight of rebuilding on Maui. Performances run March 4–8 in the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre at Kennedy Theatre.
Action 4 Animals, community turn out to walk in solidarity with Buddhist monks on journey of peace
The cold, wet and rainy day in Volcano didn't stop any of those who participated in the nonprofit's Aloka the Peace Dog Walk for Peace this past weekend from showing their support for compassion, love and peace.
UH System reaches 20% of net-zero energy goal
In 2025, the University of Hawaiʻi System has achieved 20.49% of its goal to become net-zero, according to a recent report submitted to the Hawaiʻi State Legislature. The target is for all 10 UH campuses to produce as much renewable energy as they consume by January 1, 2035.
Hawaiʻi DHS announces extension of Disaster Case Management Program
The program was launched in November of 2023, following the devastating Maui wildfires, to ensure that survivors could access the resources and support needed on their paths to recovery. To date, the DCMP has helped more than 6,800 survivors access the help they need, connecting them with services worth more than $163 million.
