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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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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.

Laupāhoehoe Swimming Pool to close Aug. 3 for electrical upgrades

The Hawaiʻi County Department of Parks and Recreation expects the maintenance project to take about two weeks.

Police offer back-to-school traffic safety tips

Increased traffic around schools during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal is expected as a new school year begins this week, and everyone is encouraged to slow down, stay alert and exercise extra caution.

UPDATE 2: Hawaiian Electric ends public safety power shutoff watch; no outages implemented

Wind speeds decreased below advisory levels and humidity is increasing out of hazardous ranges throughout Hawaiian Electric’s service territories.

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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.

AFGE union endorses Tokuda and Case for re-election to Congress

The American Federation of Government Employees has endorsed US Reps. Jill Tokuda and Ed Case for re-election to Congress representing Hawaiʻi in the 2026 midterm election. Tokuda represents Hawaiʻi’s 2nd Congressional District, which includes Neighbor Islands and rural Oʻahu. She has held that seat since 2023. Voters have until Aug. 8 to cast ballots in […]

Lahaina soldier competes for top Army squad in Germany

Lahaina native Sgt. Sinoe Fatongia is competing in the US Army Europe and Africa Best Squad Competition in Germany for a chance to advance to the overall military finals.

Workshop helps Maui nonprofits access $130 million in Green Fee funds

Maui nonprofits will learn how to secure state Green Fee funding during a Wailuku workshop on Aug. 13. The $130 million program helps local organizations protect island resources and survive severe weather.