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So Delicious dairy-free salted caramel frozen dessert pints recalled; state health officials alert public

A potential presence of foreign materials, such as small stones and other hard objects, in the cashew clusters triggered the recall; the product was sold at retailers such as Target and Whole Foods in Hawai‘i.

Water conservation notice lifted for Kalāheo-Kōloa, Līhuʻe-Kapaʻa and Hanalei service areas

Customers in those water systems can resume normal water use; there also are several other water systems around the island that continue to be asked to conserve water until further notice.

Vehicle registration renewal options available; Kapaʻa DMV satellite office open for inquiries only

Residents may renew vehicle registrations at community-based kiosks, online, or through County drop boxes.

UH-Mānoa awarded $3.6M to study hidden health risks from plantation era that surface after Hawaiʻi disasters

The five-year study will follow 1,000 residents to determine whether contaminants can resurface in humans and the environment following wildfires and other disasters.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Progress is being made; however, many residents continue to face impacts from the storm; find updates about food distribution, continuing power restoration efforts, household waste as well as storm debris and recycling sites, water conservation notices and much more.

Verified GoFundMe fundraisers support those impacted by Hurricane Lowell

The community also can directly help communities affected by the storm by donating to or sharing the 2026 Hurricane Relief Fund.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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So Delicious dairy-free salted caramel frozen dessert pints recalled; state health officials alert public

A potential presence of foreign materials, such as small stones and other hard objects, in the cashew clusters triggered the recall; the product was sold at retailers such as Target and Whole Foods in Hawai‘i.

Briefs for Sept. 16: University of Hawaiʻi research, student program and outreach events

Recent updates from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.

UH-Mānoa awarded $3.6M to study hidden health risks from plantation era that surface after Hawaiʻi disasters

The five-year study will follow 1,000 residents to determine whether contaminants can resurface in humans and the environment following wildfires and other disasters.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Progress is being made; however, many residents continue to face impacts from the storm; find updates about food distribution, continuing power restoration efforts, household waste as well as storm debris and recycling sites, water conservation notices and much more.

Hurricane Lowell triggers another payout of Hawaiʻi’s first-ever Reef insurance, the second time in 3 weeks

Live corals already were documented washed ashore on Kauaʻi, while underwater assessments are being mobilized to determine the extent of reef damage and marine debris.

State briefs for Sept. 15: State welcomes individuals into leadership roles

Marigold Zoll and Craig McGinnis take on leadership roles at the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife and the Department of Accounting and General Services New Aloha Stadium Entertainment project.

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Kona Community Hospital nationally recognized for providing life-saving care for stroke patients

Consistently following national stroke guidelines has helped the hospital to reduce deaths and disability.

Hurricane Lowell triggers second payout of unique Hawaiʻi reef insurance, 3 weeks after Lala

Live corals already were documented washed ashore on Kauaʻi, while underwater assessments are being mobilized to determine the extent of reef damage and marine debris.

Onset of 55th eruptive episode at Kīlauea is still unknown, as 5 new vents have now opened in the crater

The summit region continues to be highly pressurized, but it is not possible to forecast what might happen next.

Storm preparedness should include protective eyewear

Fierce winds, flying debris, broken glass and tree branches are some of the many things that can create serious eye hazards during storms.

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Case, Moylan announce full US House passage of their bipartisan bill to combat invasive species

US Rep. Ed Case (D-HI-01) and US Rep. James Moylan (R-Guam) announced that the US House recently voted 371-33 to approve their National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act, which would significantly expand federal efforts to combat invasive species, responsible for severely impacting environments across the country.

“Go Green” bulky items recycling event to be held in West Maui on Saturday, Sept. 19

West Maui residents may dispose of recyclable, bulky items for free at a Go Green Recycling event set for 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, near the Pioneer Mill smokestack on Lahainaluna Road (enter off Kuhua Street).

DBEDT brings business resources to entrepreneurs statewide

The Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism will participate in the Innovate Maui Nui Conference on Maui on Sept. 23.

Maui Humane Society gets a boost from Avis team at Kahului Airport

Over a two-week period, local Avis employees collected 148 essential items—nearly doubling their initial goal—to directly benefit rescue animals in need across the island.