Kauai News REMINDER: Household hazardous waste collection events scheduled this weekend
Hawaii News UH study: Lyrics of Okinawan songs uncover centuries of climate, geological history
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative bolsters after-hours, weekend customer support services
The cooperative as of Oct. 1 has partnered with Cooperative Response Center — a nationwide 24/7 contact center providing support to rural electric utilities — to accept after-hours and weekend customer service and emergency calls. October 16, 2025 · 04:35pm
12th annual Harvest Festival promises day of community, culture and celebration — and of course pumpkins
This year's fall fest featuring free keiki rides, inflatables, games, live entertainment, ‘ono food and beverages from local nonprofits and the Great Pumpkin Giveaway, is planned for Oct. 18 in...Kauai News Hoone Road paving project in Poʻipū to run through Oct. 24, with lane closures
Kauai News In case you missed it: 24/7 lane closure at Waikoko Hairpin Turn no longer in place
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In case you missed it: Hanapēpē Bridge closure extended through early 2026
Meadow Gold recalls half-pint chocolate milk sent to schools on several islands, including…
Kaiser Permanente workers in Līhuʻe join nationwide strike
World-renowned astrophysicist brings the universe to Kauaʻi
Po‘ipū Road Safety and Mobility Project blessed, kicking off work on safety upgrades
Green Fee Advisory Council now accepting project ideas, suggestions from public
Firefighters extinguish structure fire in Moloa‘a
WATCH: Holo Holo Charters records first humpback sighting of 2025-26 season off Kaua‘i
Update: High surf advisory canceled for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
University of Hawaiʻi streamlines admissions process for Hawaiʻi public high school…
Kaua‘i nonprofit to host community workday to restore 600-year-old Alakoko Fishpond
Rep. Tokuda set to hold a statewide telephone town hall on Oct. 16
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Kaua‘i News
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative bolsters after-hours, weekend customer support services
The cooperative as of Oct. 1 has partnered with Cooperative Response Center — a nationwide 24/7 contact center providing support to rural electric utilities — to accept after-hours and weekend customer service and emergency calls.
REMINDER: Household hazardous waste collection events scheduled this weekend
Keep in mind that these events are for residents only. Businesses, government agencies, nonprofits and farmers should not bring materials to these events and will be turned away.
12th annual Harvest Festival promises day of community, culture and celebration — and of course pumpkins
This year’s fall fest featuring free keiki rides, inflatables, games, live entertainment, ‘ono food and beverages from local nonprofits and the Great Pumpkin Giveaway, is planned for Oct. 18 in Hanapēpē.
UH study: Lyrics of Okinawan songs uncover centuries of climate, geological history
The lyrics of traditional Okinawan songs were found to record past climate and geological history of the Ryukyu Islands, now called Okinawa Prefecture, in Japan, according to a new study by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Earth scientist and fellow Ryukyuan music practitioners.
Can you ‘Imagine a Day Without Water’?
“By imagining a day without water, we gain a deeper appreciation for this vital resource and the importance of investing in the infrastructure that delivers it to our taps,” said Kaua‘i County Department of Water officials.
Hoone Road paving project in Poʻipū to run through Oct. 24, with lane closures
The County of Kaua‘i’s Department of Public Works and its contractor, Maui Kupono Builders, have begun road paving work on portions of Hoone Road in Po‘ipū. The project will run through Oct. 24 and require lane closures and single-lane contraflow traffic patterns. Motorists are urged to plan for delays, detours and limited access in the […]
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Hawaii News
UH study: Lyrics of Okinawan songs uncover centuries of climate, geological history
The lyrics of traditional Okinawan songs were found to record past climate and geological history of the Ryukyu Islands, now called Okinawa Prefecture, in Japan, according to a new study by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Earth scientist and fellow Ryukyuan music practitioners.
Kaiser Permanente workers in Līhuʻe join nationwide strike
Five unionized employees at Kaiser Permanente’s Līhuʻe Clinic have joined a nationwide strike, demanding improved pay and staffing solutions to protect patient safety following the expiration of their contracts on Sept. 30.
Green Fee Advisory Council now accepting project ideas, suggestions from public
Panel will accept community proposals for 2 weeks — through Nov. 1 — for how the new funding could be used to implement throughout the state.
WATCH: Holo Holo Charters records first humpback sighting of 2025-26 season off Kaua‘i
The whale was spotted by Capt. Kekoa and crew members Noah and Jon aboard the vessel Holoholo while traveling offshore along the Garden Isle’s west side en route to Ni‘ihau.
University of Hawaiʻi streamlines admissions process for Hawaiʻi public high school seniors
Officially introduced Oct. 13 at Kauaʻi High School, the new Direct2UH initiative provides free direct enrollment to 9 of the university’s campuses based on a student’s grade-point average, without them having to complete a traditional application.
Big Island News
Flood advisory in effect for portion of West Hawai‘i
National Weather Service radar and automated rain gauges indicated at 5:05 p.m. that heavy rain was falling over the lower slopes of North Kona at a rate of up to 1 inch per hour.
Officers for a day: Hawai‘i Island police host first Merit Scouts Police Tour Day in Kona
39 participants from the West Hawai‘i Scouts of America and Girl Scouts of America had the unique opportunity of experiencing the daily operations of Hawai‘i Police Department and meeting the officers who serve their communities.
Kīlauea showing signs of upcoming eruptive episode
As of this morning, Halemaʻumaʻu continues to be quiet with passive outgassing plumes rising from the north and south vents.
State to swear in 9 new adult corrections officers during ceremony at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo
The event Oct. 17 will feature remarks from Hawaiʻi Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation leadership, including Director Tommy Johnson, and keynote speaker Hawai‘i County Council Chairman Holeka Inaba.
Maui News
House Finance Committee visits Maui
Members of the House Finance Committee visited UH Maui College, the Maui Food Bank, the King Kamehameha III Elementary School temporary site, Maui Memorial Medical Center, and Mahi Pono.
Maui Police Department introduces new apprehension K-9s
Trained to serve as critical, less-lethal tools for de-escalating dangerous encounters and safely apprehending suspects, the new K-9s will provide the department with an additional option for resolving high-risk incidents, such as locating armed or concealed individuals, reducing the need for lethal force, and minimizing potential harm to both officers and the public.
Bicyclist succumbs to injuries sustained in motor vehicle collision in Lahaina
A 48-year-old Lahaina man succumbed to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle collision reported Thursday morning, Oct. 16, 2025. The incident was reported at around 5:46 a.m. on the Honoapiʻilani Highway, 119 feet north of Fleming Road in Lahaina.
