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News in brief for Aug. 2: Disaster case referrals, paid leave, academic honors, Feehan tribute and more

A quick look at news happening on the Big Island, throughout the state and beyond.

Kauaʻi Police Department officers earn Mothers Against Drunk Driving award

Officers Desmond Thain and Kalani Scanlan received the award in honor of their commitment to preventing impaired driving through enforcement and education that helps save lives and keep roadways safe.

State Capitol now hive of activity after Office of Elections moves in

The move is in support of the Aug. 8 state primary elections; well more than 100,000 ballots already arrived as of July 30 by mail.

Overnight water service shutdown scheduled for portions of Kapaʻa

The shutdown will impact Kapaʻa Homesteads and greater Kapaʻa area from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Aug. 5-6, weather permitting, and will impact Kapaʻa Homesteads and greater Kapaʻa.

Kaua‘i Fire Department hosts graduation ceremony for 35th recruit class

Nine new firefighters honored; 5 new Kaua‘i County Ocean Safety Bureau officers also recognized during ceremony.

Road closures scheduled for Ala Wai Road in Waimea

Closures are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 5-7 and are necessary for public safety while Public Works Roads Division crews complete culvert and road repairs within the county right-of-way.
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News in brief for Aug. 2: Disaster case referrals, paid leave, academic honors, Feehan tribute and more

A quick look at news happening on the Big Island, throughout the state and beyond.

State Capitol now hive of activity after Office of Elections moves in

The move is in support of the Aug. 8 state primary elections; well more than 100,000 ballots already arrived as of July 30 by mail.

Statewide monthly emergency siren test scheduled

The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.

US House committee approves funding for invasive species strike teams

The legislation that unanimously passed the U.S. House of Representative’s Natural Resources Committee would authorize $10 million annually until 2033 to protect native ecosystems from severe ecological damage.

Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirms fourth case of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis

The individual with cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite in food, traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick.

University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline

Nine of the university system’s campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14; classes begin Aug. 24.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 03, 2026

High pressure far northeast will drive trade winds tonight. Wind speeds will taper off through much of this week as remnants of Tropical Cyclone Genevieve...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 03, 2026

Surf along south facing shores will stay below seasonal averages with mainly background energy throughout most of this week. The next small, long period...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 03, 2026

Surf along south facing shores will stay below seasonal averages with mainly background energy throughout most of this week. The next small, long period...

Hawai‘i’s monthly test of its emergency warning system scheduled

The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.

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Maui Surf Forecast for August 03, 2026

Surf along south facing shores will stay below seasonal averages with mainly background energy throughout most of this week. The next small, long period...

Maui Jazz & Blues Festival returns to Kapalua, Aug. 31-Sept. 6

The acclaimed Maui Jazz & Blues Festival returns to The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua from Aug. 31 through Sept. 6, 2026, bringing together Grammy Award-winning artists, jazz legends, blues icons, and celebrated local musicians for a week-long celebration of music, culture, and community.

Catherine Ngo earns business accolade as Wahine of the Year

Hawaii Business Magazine has named Catherine Ngo the recipient of its inaugural Wahine of the Year award, a new accolade recognizing a woman whose leadership, service and impact have helped shape Hawai‘i’s business community and beyond. Ngo will be honored at the magazine’s Wahine Forum in October. A respected banking executive, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Ngo has spent more […]

Goodfellow Bros. announces waterline improvements on Pūlehu Rd. from Aug. 10 to Oct. 23, 2026

Goodfellow Bros., in conjunction with the County of Maui Department of Water Supply will be performing waterline improvements along Pūlehu Road. This project requires a road closure to motor vehicle traffic.