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Pacific Missile Range Facility Mālama ʻĀina Day empowers students with hands-on conservation learning

This year’s theme was “Planet vs. Plastics,” with hands-on presentations and activities for the West Kauaʻi fourth-graders in attendance, covering various topics such as plastic waste recycling, meteorology, wildlife protection, energy conservation and more.

Community invited to attend Nā Ala Hele Program Plan meeting

In April, the Department of Land and Natural Resources released a draft of the Program Plan Update.

Pothole repairs prompt temporary closure at Keālia Beach entrance

There will be restricted access near the lifeguard tower this week for the repair of potholes.

No injuries reported following house fire in Kapa‘a

Damages to the structure and contents are estimated at $321,000.

Kaua‘i Firefighters perform 2 separate hiker rescues on Memorial Day

Both incidents involved adult female hikers visiting from out of state, who suffered apparent lower leg injuries.

Kaua‘i police officers recognized as Employees of the Month for investigative work in 2025 fatal hit-and-run

The officers, part of KPD’s Traffic Safety Section, identified the hit-and-run driver and took him into custody 24 hours after the crash.
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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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Kaua‘i unemployment rates for April slightly below state average

In April, 671,050 persons were employed and 16,850 were unemployed, for a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 687,900 statewide.

National foundation honors University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center scientist for life-saving research

Dr. Michele Carbone, a renowned researcher at the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center, has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research.

Planned Parenthood introduces advanced abortion medication access across Hawaiʻi

The program uses the medications mifepristone and misoprostol, which are commonly prescribed for medication abortions and approved for use up to 12 weeks of pregnancy.

No tsunami threat to the state after 6.8 quake strikes northern Chile

A significant 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Chile’s coast. Authorities confirm there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi.

Case, Tokuda introduce measure to crack down on interstate trafficking of illegal fireworks

US Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi introduced proposed legislation to crack down on illegal fireworks by allowing prosecutors to pursue money laundering charges against criminals moving illegal fireworks across state lines.

Hawai‘i-Japan Sister Summit strengthens partnerships, sets new priorities

This year’s summit, which ended last week, built on the inaugural 2023 event, inviting state and county officials, Sister Prefecture and Sister City representatives as well as experts in economic development, culture, health, security and resilience.

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Community invited to learn more about draft Nā Ala Hele Program Plan

In April, the Department of Land and Natural Resources released a draft of the Program Plan Update.

‘Lives are devastated’: Extent of damages from South Kona quake continue to come into focus

Hawai‘i County Civil Defense reports to Honolulu media outlet that it had received 143 damage reports — 34 of which were for major damage, including 5 homes destroyed — from the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that struck shortly before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22, on west side of Big Island.

13 lane closures scheduled through May 29 on Big Island state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.

Experience java jumpin’ fun this June during annual Kaʻū Coffee Festival

Sip, savor and enjoy the unique coffee and regional flavor of the Big Island's most southern district during the 17th annual festival from June 14-20.

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Maui Fire Department requests community input

The Maui County Department of Fire and Public Safety is seeking community input as a part of our Community Risk and Preparedness Initiative. This process helps create a data-driven foundation to help guide future planning, improve emergency response, and enhance community resilience across Maui.

Washington man formally charged by Information with allegedly harassing an endangered monk seal on Maui

United States Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Igor Mykhaylovych Lytvynchuk, 38, of Covington, Washington, was charged by Information today, May 26, 2026, for allegedly throwing a large rock at the seal’s head, in violation of the Endangered Species Act and Marine Mammal Protection Act.

June 2 candidate filing deadline is just days away

The deadline to file as a candidate for the 2026 Elections is Tuesday, June 2, by 4:30 p.m., leaving potential candidates just 5 business days to complete the process. The Maui County Office of the County Clerk, Elections Division, strongly encourages candidates to book a filing appointment by calling 808-270-7749. Timeslots are filling quickly.

Hawai‘i State Department of Health calls attention to vaping’s impact on mental health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Hawai‘i State Department of Health is highlighting the growing connection between nicotine use and mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and lowered self-confidence, noting that nicotine use can contribute to or intensify these symptoms over time.